3870 Best Places to Shop in USA

Since 1940, this venerable local arts organization has served as an incubator of local painters, sculptors, and other talented creatives. Works by the association's more than 300 juried members appear on the walls of this lively downtown gallery. NHAA also organizes other shows throughout the state—check the website for the latest schedule.

You'll find one of Chicago's best selections of fresh flowers here. Designed by architect Cynthia Weese, this breathtaking shop carries singular antique and vintage furnishings and accessories as well as a fanciful selection of candles, vases, tiles, and pots.

Established by the late arts entrepreneur John Cram in 1972, New Morning Gallery has more than 13,000 square feet of exhibit space in a prime location in Biltmore Village. The gallery, which has a national reputation, focuses on more popular and moderately priced ceramics, garden art, jewelry, furniture, and art glass.

Stocked with art and photography books, children's items, puzzles, jewelry, and locally made crafts, this gift shop is well worth a visit, even if you're not browsing the museum's exhibits. The shop has its own cookbook, as well as items created exclusively for it by local favorite jewelry designer Mignon Faget. You don't have to pay museum admission to enter the shop; just say you are shopping at the front desk, and you will receive a special pass.

Learn how to make a roux and other Louisiana cooking techniques at this school that's inside a renovated 1800s molasses warehouse. Lessons are seasoned with history and tales of the state's famous cuisine. The general store stocks all kinds of regional spices, condiments, sauces, snacks, gift baskets, and cookbooks.

The younger generation's counterpart to the Japan Center, this shopping center includes Japanese pop-culture items and anime-inspired fashion, like handmade, split-toe shoes at SOU • SOU and Lolita fashion at Baby, the Stars Shine Bright.

Between Overton and Pettygrove, this expansive bookstore is dedicated to New Age and metaphysical books as well as crystals, meditation cushions, wind chimes, and more. It's also a place to get astrology, palmistry, tarot, and other readings.

The New York Folklore Society sells one-of-a-kind items made by New York folk artists: carved birds and walking sticks, quilts, hand-knitted children's sweaters, American Indian jewelry, baskets, and Ukrainian pysanky (decorated eggs).

Stylists to the stars, TV costumers, and the deep-pocketed descend on this boutique to browse racks of prime vintage clothing. Everything is high-end, so don't expect any bargains. Take your pick from Yves Saint Laurent, Madame Grès, and Thierry Mugler items. There's a good selection of handbags and stilettos, too.

What started as $2000 and a comic book collection in 1978 by MIT roommates Mike Dreese and John Brusger is now is a beloved source for music, movies, comics, and other pop-culture goods. Leading with a big nod to independent artists, you'll find everything from exclusive color vinyls to bobbleheads and every cheeky T-shirt in between. This spot is in the Garage (a small yet iconic indoor mall that's going through some big renovations), and the two Boston locations are Newbury Street and in Faneuil Hall.

This renowned pop-culture store carries vinyl, CDs, DVDs, novelty tees, quirky gifts, and an especially good lineup of independent pressings. You'll find another location inside Faneuil Hall Marketplace.

The massive collection within this fine antiques gallery is continuously changing. Antique, vintage and contemporary furniture, lighting fixtures, and designs, date as far back as the 17th century. Find reproductions by such notable artists as Karl Springer, Gary Dipasquale, and Robert Lee Morris. Open by appointment on weekends.

High-quality, handwoven Panama hats and tropical sportswear for men and women are the specialties here.

It's all about the gear here. Next Adventure Sports carries new and used sporting goods, including camping gear, snowboards, kayaks, and mountaineering supplies. Kayak classes and Outdoor School provide plenty of opportunities to get out and enjoy Oregon like a local. They also operate Portland Paddle Sports Center, just a few blocks southeast at 624 S.E. 7th Avenue.

The quirky handcrafted and costume jewelry and flirtatious frocks sold here capture the allure of vintage apparel with none of the mustiness of the real thing. Michael Start, James Perse, and other casual lines are also available here.

Attending one of Miami’s famed pool parties practically requires a trip to this upscale swimwear boutique. From the teeny-weeny to innovative one-pieces to sporty cuts, the varied suit selection includes Mara Hoffman, Acacia, and Beach Riot, many of which include matching children’s styles for mini beach babes. Flowy cover-ups by the same labels and more can easily double as dinner dresses, while hats, totes, lotions, and even metallic temporary tattoos add a sun-kissed touch. Men’s styles are also available.

Stylish women's wear is just the beginning here. Niche carries an impressive collection of handbags, hats, scarves and bandannas as well as men's clothing and accessories. Best of all, you can book an expert styling session with their lead stylist. The coolest part of the store is Stitch at Niche, a curated fabric shop and project space with fabrics, thread, and patterns.

This is the first boutique from Nigel Curtiss, who got his start at Comme des Garçons and Yves Saint Laurent. The handsome shop sells men's and women's wear, including Curtiss's polo shirts, popular with superstar athletes, as well as silk pajamas, jeans, and off-the-rack suits. There's an in-store coffee bar for those who shop 'til they drop.

If you’re looking for an authentic Japanese supermarket, you’ll find everything you could ever want at Nijiya. Inside, you’ll discover fresh fish for make-it-at-home sushi, baked Japanese delicacies, daily-made takeaway bento boxes, and every Japanese candy treat imaginable. On weekends, you'll find a giant skillet set up outside the entrance where employees fry up sizzling and savory okonomiyaki (Japanese pancake).

This multilevel Nike theme park features attractive displays, inspirational slogans, and giant swoosh symbols amid the latest cool technology in athletic shoes. Flashy and crowded, it's full of "Nike athletes" yelling into two-way radios. There are two other stores in the suburbs and two local outlet stores.

This discount outlet of the famed and locally based athletic retailer sells products that have been on the market six months or more.

It's safe to assume that Nike's flagship Portland store, just a short drive from the company's mammoth HQ campus in Beaverton, has the latest and greatest in swoosh-adorned products. The high-tech setting has athlete profiles, photos, and interactive displays.

This Israeli-born designer worked for Ralph Lauren and Nautica before launching her own women's fashion label in 2003. Nili Lotan is known for her knitwear, drapey coats, and love of solid colors, all designed to be timeless and luxurious. Her line has expanded more recently to include jeans, handbags, and menswear.

When Nisolo relocated from its Marathon Village location in 2015, it was one of the first businesses to open in what's now known as the Buchanan Arts District. Now, this stretch of historic Buchanan Street is bustling with galleries and restaurants, with Nisolo, a local pioneer of ethically made leather shoes and goods, as its retail anchor. Stop in for handcrafted leather chukkas, messenger bags, and much more.

This hip but unpretentious lifestyle and home-accessories shop stocks an eclectic assortment of goods, from upcycled handbags to one-of-a-kind antiques. You'll also find soaps, balms, and lotions along with candles and women's apparel.

It may sounds generic, but No. 6 is anything but. This longtime neighborhood boutique specializes European fashion trends, as well as vintage couture from Europe. Designer Karin Bereson creates versatile silk dresses, pants, jumpsuits, swimwear, and blouses. But the shop is well-known for shoes, particularly clogs and clog boots, which you can choose from various styles and materials.

This gallery represents hundreds of artisans who specialize in koa furniture, bowls, and boxes, as well as art glass and ceramics. Original paintings and prints—all with an Islands theme—add to the selection. The store also carries unique handmade Hawaiian jewelry, starting around $20, with ti leaf, maile, and coconut-weave designs. Home items like locally made kitchen towels and Tutu Nene hand-sewn native Hawaiian ducks make great souvenirs.

Situated in a lovingly restored turn-of-the-20th-century building, Noice Studio and Gallery features ongoing exhibits of paintings, pastels, sculptures, fiber arts, and photography by Montana artists such as Rudy Autio, Russell Chatham, and Marshall Noice.

This funky record shop is stocked with LPs from local brass bands and bounce artists, classics and obscure selections from all over the world, and fun music-theme merch, like band-style tees with a New Orleans twist. They also give DJ and music production lessons for kids. Walls are reserved for 20 or so pieces that make up the Museum of Mediocre Art, a humorous dedication to oft-ignored thrift store paintings and more outsider art.