432 Best Places to Shop in USA

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We've compiled the best of the best in USA - browse our top choices for the top things to see or do during your stay.

Dragonfly Dry Goods

Billing itself as Montana's largest specialty store, Dragonfly Dry Goods carries a huge selection of carefully curated women's clothing, boots, backpacks, blankets, tea towels, candles, earrings, magnets, and more. They also have a nice selection of books, clothing, and toys for kids.

Draper James

12 South

Once you step under the blue-and-white-striped awning, you’ll be greeted by friendly sales associates and welcomed into the Southern fantasy of the brand founded by Reese Witherspoon. The charming flagship store sells stylish feminine clothing, pretty home accents, and gifts. There is comfy seating for those who need a break, a good selection of sale items, and a nice assortment of sizes. Don't forget to pose for a selfie in front of the mural on the side of the building. There's a Draper James location in Nashville's ever-expanding airport in case you decide to hunt for a last-minute souvenir.

2608 12th Ave. S, Nashville, TN, 37204, USA
615-997–3601

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Dress

Beacon Hill

From loungewear and skirts to tops and accessories, the owners of this specialty women's boutique take their time selecting designer apparel that boasts a timeless, effortless aesthetic. Brands aren't limited to Emerson Fry, Lisa Yang, Ulla Johnson, and Xirena, but if you like these, you'll like shopping here.

70 Charles St., Boston, MA, 02114, USA
617-248–9910

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Duncan Quinn

NoLIta

Described as "Savile Row meets Rock 'n' Roll" by GQ, Duncan Quinn provides bespoke services for everything from chalk-stripe suits to collared shirts, as well as ready-to-wear, in a shop not much bigger than its silk pocket squares. All the bespoke suits are made in New York City, and although made-to-order doesn't come cheap, the details are exquisite, with options like mother-of-pearl buttons.

70 Kenmare St., New York, NY, 10012, USA
212-226–7030

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Dunhill

Midtown West

If you're stumped on what to buy the man in your life, head to Dunhill. This London designer's exquisitely tailored menswear and accessories like wallets, briefcases, hats, and cuff links are pricey but created to transcend trends.

20 Hudson Yards, New York, NY, 10001, USA
212-753–9292

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Earth to Lititz

The eco-friendly clothing at Earth to Lititz is designed to help you gear up for outdoors activities or strolls through town. Selected for sustainability and environmental consciousness, the stock includes apparel and gear for men and women, as well as more fashionable skirts, tops, and dresses.  

56 E. Main St., Lititz, PA, 17543, USA
717-517-4293

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Elle Gray Boutique

Sylvan Park

This locally owned boutique sells chic on-trend women’s apparel and accessories at reasonable prices. Stop by to browse the cozy shop for styled seasonal looks.

4429 Murphy Rd., Nashville, TN, 37209, USA
615-679–9854

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Emerald City Surf Shop

Coronado

For more than 37 years, Emerald City has provided Orange Avenue shoppers with a broad selection of swimwear, clothing, sunglasses, and hats from beachy brands like Billabong, Roxy, Vouri, and O'Neill. The shop also offers surfboard, bodyboard, and swim fin rentals.

En Avance x Maison Francis Kurkdjian

This Forall Studio–designed space commingles the Design District's first multibrand boutique and a French-fragrance luxury house. En Avance offers a feminine compilation of on-the-cusp designers like Protagonist and Anjuna. The owner’s close connection with decorative artist Fornasetti brings to the store an extensive and exclusive selection of fashion-inspired furniture and accessories for the home. Style and beauty enthusiasts will also enjoy the table displays of lotions and potions by the iconic Maison Francis Kurkdjian.

151 N.E. 41st St., FL, 33137, USA
305-576–0056

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Encore Shop

Carrollton-Riverbend

This high-end resale shop on a busy section of Maple Street supports the local Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra by selling previously owned designer clothes, from casual to formal wear, as well as shoes, handbags, and jewelry. The shop also sells consignment items.

7814 Maple St., New Orleans, LA, 70118, USA
504-861–9028
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Essx

Lower East Side

In summer 2023, three young, hip, fashion-loving friends with roots in the Lower East Side opened this sleek concept store, hoping to bring back the joy of physical shopping after online purchasing became so dominant during the pandemic. The 7,000-square-foot shop boasts men's and women's clothes from young, up-and-coming, and familiar designers. There's also a section for books, gifts, and housewares.

140 Essex St., New York, NY, 10002, USA
845-836–3164

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Etro

SoHo

This Italian fashion house is known for its trademark paisleys and bold patterns, which cover everything from suits and dresses to lustrous pillows. Etro's downtown location combines the best of Italy with a SoHo loft, with high tin ceilings, brightly colored rugs, and industrial lighting.

89 Greene St., New York, NY, 10012, USA
646-329–6929

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Everett Hall

Friendship Heights

D.C.'s own Everett Hall designs men's suits that are richly classic in their material and cutting-edge in their design, color, and sensibility. Starting at around $1,500, the suits appeal to professionals who want something unique.

Fendi

Center Strip

The Italian designer offers elegant garments, furs, shoes, and handbags that transcend trends. The boutique at The Forum Shops offers women's leather goods, accessories, shoes, and watches (and the same for men), plus ready-to-wear. The boutique at The Shops at Crystals has all of the above plus furs for men and women and ready-to-wear and fragrances for women. There also are shops at Via Bellagio and Wynn.

3500 Las Vegas Blvd. S, Las Vegas, NV, 89109, USA
702-732–9040

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The Finicky Filly

This local, woman-owned boutique carries exceptional apparel, jewelry, and handbags by such designers as Joie, Tory Burch, and Etro.

303 King St., Charleston, SC, 29401, USA
843-534–0203

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Firefly Boutique

Picture windows line the walls of this welcoming corner boutique that sells unique women's attire from the "USA and beyond." You'll find lively dresses for evenings out as well as running about, plus pants, tops, and so on. In business since 2009, Firefly is also known for handbags and jewelry, such as Celtic-inspired pieces crafted in Maine with recycled guitar strings and Fair Trade jewelry made with South American tagua nuts, a sustainable alternative to plastic known as "vegetable ivory."

Flock

South End

Stylish birds of a feather will flock to this boho-chic boutique brimming with cotton T-shirts, floral dresses, and vintage-inspired jewelry, along with whimsical gifts like handmade ring dishes, crystal kits, disco suncatchers, and antique baubles.

274 Shawmut Ave., Boston, MA, 02118, USA
617-391–0222

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Florodora

Chicago Loop

This boutique’s location in the historic Monadnock Building complements the vintage-inspired clothing, shoes, and accessories it carries.

330 S. Dearborn St., Chicago, IL, 60604, USA
312-212–8860
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Flying Solo

SoHo

Flying Solo is anything but. That's because this SoHo shop is actually an assemblage of designers who have come together to cooperate with each other, instead of compete. The industrial-chic, 7,000-square-foot-space features about 70 or so brands, each one displaying jewelry, handbags, shoes, beauty products, housewares, and ample amounts of fashionable, this-season clothing. Think of it as a smaller, but very hip department store for all your fashion needs and desires.

419 Broome St., New York, NY, 10013, USA
646-982–1133

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Forever 21

North Strip

This two-level anchor store at Fashion Show mall features all the fast fashion you can imagine for young women, men, and children. Shoes, jewelry, and even games make an appearance here. There's also a store at Las Vegas Premium Outlets North.

3200 Las Vegas Blvd. S, Las Vegas, NV, 89109, USA
702-680–6372

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FORTS

Wedgewood-Houston

Hanging out in this small super-chill store is like spending time in a sneakerhead’s well-appointed closet where shoes, T-shirts, and more are tastefully displayed. In addition to a quite nice selection of sneakers, this menswear store carries watches and streetwear (including vintage items), along with a smattering of housewares like candles. Design books for sale include volumes on Basquiat, Charles and Ray Eames, and, of course, sneakers.

325 Hart St., Nashville, TN, 37210, USA
615-933--9911

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Frangipani

Colorful, bold prints befitting Miami feature heavily in the men's and women's clothing at this bright, independently owned boutique. Books, stationery, and locally made art and accessories also serve as perfect mementos of Florida.

Fred Segal

North Strip

Fred Segal brings Los Angeles to the North Strip with the company’s only Las Vegas store (and one of its few remaining stores), carrying a collection of men’s and women’s clothing from well-known and emerging designers as well as accessories, jewelry, and things for the home such as candles and coasters.

3000 Las Vegas Blvd. S, Las Vegas, NV, 89109, USA
702-676–7758

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French & Italian

Beacon Hill

Pieces here are meant to be versatile wardrobe staples, and you're sure to feel like you're shopping at a Parisian apparel boutique. Exquisite fabrics bring life to casual, classic European women's wear from emerging designers from across Europe, and there are shoes, scarves, hats, and accessories, too.

119 Charles St., Boston, MA, USA
857-990–3141

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The French Shoppe

West End

Located in Park Place, this boutique is known for sophisticated women's clothing. In need of evening wear at the last minute? The French Shoppe also has stunning ballroom gowns in stock.

2817 West End Ave., Nashville, TN, 37203, USA
615-327--8712
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Friend

Central Business District

A boutique in the lobby of the Ace Hotel features local and small designers of hip, unique menswear. Small gifts and accessories from other local shops are also available. Next door, the Marfa-born Freda boutique sells boho women's clothes.

600 Carondolet St., New Orleans, LA, 70130, USA
504-342–2162

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Front General Store

DUMBO

This fashionable shop curates trendy yet approachable apparel, plus other well-chosen odds 'n' ends, including fine Moroccan slippers, Japanese ceramics and glassware, and bold-looking jewelry. They've outgrown this original space and have expanded to an outpost just a few doors down.

Gae-Tana's

Carrollton-Riverbend

Racks are filled with a mix of natural fabrics and stylish but comfortable clothing that stay on trend. The combination makes this shop a favorite stop for fashion-conscious mature women as well as college students looking for skirts, jeans, shorts, dresses, blouses, casual shoes, handbags, and jewelry.

7732 Maple St., New Orleans, LA, 70118, USA
504-865–9625
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Giorgio Armani

Center Strip

Italian designer Armani cuts a cloth like nobody's business. Clean lines, high-quality fabrics, expert stitching—all are evident in the luxury formalwear displayed throughout this elegant store. The maestro's signature spiffy sportswear, shoes, handbags, and accessories are sold here, too, as well as fragrances and cosmetics. There's another location at The Shops at Crystals.

3500 Las Vegas Blvd. S, Las Vegas, NV, 89109, USA
702-904–7741

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Givenchy

North Strip
No longer in the Holly Golightly style of Audrey Hepburn, Givenchy's whimsical looks have nevertheless made it a fashion forerunner. The brand’s first U.S. boutique brings its entire collection of men’s and women’s lines to a store that looks like one of its coveted boxes.
3131 Las Vegas Blvd. S, Las Vegas, NV, 89109, USA
702-737–1091

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