609 Best Places to Shop in USA

Owned by the ebullient Lauren Thom, Fleurty Girl—its name is a play on "fleur-de-lis"—is the place to go for New Orleans apparel, home decor, and gifts. The store is known for its T-shirts displaying the humorous catchphrases and iconography of local culture and New Orleans Saints pride. There's affordable jewelry, children's books, colorful rain boots, Carnival-theme gear, and fleurs-de-lis in every imaginable form. There's also a location in the Garden District, at  3117 Magazine Street.

Amazing ambience, architecture, and design means visitors won't have to drop a single dime to enjoy touring this highly accessible mid-Strip mall. Leave the high heels at home to better roam the three levels of restaurants and retail—some paths are cobblestoned—that resemble an ancient Roman streetscape, with scattered statuary, immense columns and arches, two central piazzas with ornate fountains, and a cloud-filled ceiling-sky that changes from sunrise to sunset over the course of three hours (to subconsciously spur shoppers to step up their pace of acquisition, perhaps?).  The Mitsubishi-designed freestanding Spiral Escalator is a must-ride for the view.

Of course, shopaholics will rejoice at the selection of designer shops and traditional standbys, from high-end heavy hitters, such as Burberry, Bottega Veneta, Gucci, Fendi, Michael Kors, Christian Louboutin, Jimmy Choo, Louis Vuitton, and Balenciaga, to more casual labels like Nike, Guess, Lids, and Brighton. Men's styles abound at Tom Ford, John Varvatos, Ralph Lauren, and Canali. Gaze at stunning jewelry, watches, and crystal works at Baccarat, Swarovski, Breitling, Tiffany & Co., Pandora, Hublot, and David Yurman. Apple offers a whole host of electronics. And don't forget to get the perfect keepsake from Field of Dreams. When all this walking/shopping brings on the inevitable hunger, head to The Palm or Carmine's Italian, Water Grill, RPM, or Joe's Seafood, Steak & Stone Crab.

The well-heeled woman looking to find designer apparel without breaking the bank---or someone shopping for her---would be wise to stop in here. This four-story packed-to-the-gills spot is filled with all manner of clothes from the likes of Badgley Mishka, Karl Lagerfeld, along with lesser-known names, including unique sweaters, black-tie dresses, hats, and more. Handbags of every color and size are available, while unique yet reasonably priced jewelry and other accessories line the store's corners and walls.

This Seattle institution (helmed by Fran Bigelow) has been making quality chocolates for decades. Its world-famous salted caramels are transcendent—a much-noted favorite of the Obama family—as are delectable truffles, which are spiked with oolong tea, single-malt whiskey, or raspberry, among other flavors.

This popular clothing retailer is one of the Pacific Northwest's most defining trendsetters—a favorite of stylish locals who come for that cool, understated look (casual to dressy) that Portlanders are known for. You'll find made-here labels as well as European faves. Frances May also stocks jewelry, art books, housewares, and the city's own OLO Fragrances.

If you're in the market for vintage diamonds, this is the place, whether your taste is for tiaras, Art Deco settings, or sparklers once worn by a Vanderbilt or a movie star on a red carpet. Part of the 100-year-old company's own collection, the stackable diamond eternity bands, as rings or as bracelets, are hugely popular. But even just for browsing, the welcoming staff is happy to have guests come see the store's gems, available in glamorous pieces representing every color of the rainbow. In late 2025, Fred Leighton will move to a larger space in the neighborhood, where customers can see the manufacturing process firsthand. 

The line often extends into Pack Square at this premium chocolatier for truffles, ice cream, cookies, brownies, various kinds of hot and cold chocolate drinks, and specialty coffees and teas. Adjoining is the grab-and-go Chocolate Boutique. The owners also have a small chocolate factory and tasting room at  821 Riverside Dr., with guided tours daily, starting at $12.

This nonprofit collective and gallery sells contemporary and traditional crafts, paintings, and photographs by more than 200 Vermont artists and artisans.

Since 1858, this picturesque sawmill on a tranquil pond has been a destination in rural Wilton. Since the 1960s, it's produced and sold classic Shaker-style maple-wood boxes, but the shop here also sells all sorts of beautiful folk art pieces, from hand-blown glass to finely forged ironware. The shop is officially only open Saturdays as well as Sundays by appointment.

Not to be confused with the neighborhood, this is the actual Galleria, the region's anchor shopping complex. It's famous for high-quality stores like Neiman Marcus, Cartier, Yves Saint Laurent, Chanel, and Saks Fifth Avenue. But don't be scared off by all these big-ticket names—also here are establishments like Urban Outfitters, Macy's, Banana Republic, and Fox Sports Grill. Kids (and adults) will enjoy the year-round indoor ice rink; during the holidays you can skate around the giant Christmas tree.

The Galleria Dallas, with more than 200 retailers and anchor stores Macy's, Nordstrom, and Saks Fifth Avenue, is one of Dallas's best-known malls. Specialty shops include Tiffany & Co., Versace, Lucky Brand Jeans, and Spanish clothier Zara. A soft-structure play area on the third level near Saks (strategically placed near children's specialty shops) is a great place to let little ones (42 inches and shorter) burn off some energy. The bottom level features an ice-skating rink. Just outside the enclosed mall, but still on the Galleria grounds, is the American Girl Boutique and Bistro. Girls and their moms delight in shopping and dining in the cheerfully decorated space dedicated to the American Girl line of dolls and accessories.

The ladies running Gallery B are gregarious and knowledgeable about the work showcased here, including paintings and sculptures by regional and local creatives, so walk in expecting a deluge of inspiration and conversation.

A collaboration between a local artist and a Danish-born curator, this gallery presents changing exhibits of jewelry, sculpture, and objets d'art.

One of the most refined big shopping malls in America, the 160-store Gardens Mall in northern Palm Beach County has stores like Chanel, Tory Burch, Louis Vuitton, and David Yurman, along with Saks Fifth Avenue and Nordstrom. There are also plenty of reasonably priced national retailers like H&M and Abercrombie & Fitch, Bloomingdale's, and Macy's. This beautiful mall has prolific seating pavilions, making it a great place to spend a humid summer afternoon.

Gas Lamp Antiques features more than 300 vendor booths that stock furniture, vintage jewelry, and pop culture memorabilia. More items are available at the nearby GasLamp Too ( 128 Powell Pl.).

Two sprawling stories of European groceries greet you as you enter underneath the large cow on Lincoln Avenue, as well as a wide array of smoked sausages, gourmet wines and cheeses, a wide beer selection, and imported specialty products. During summer, hop the elevator to the rooftop where you'll find an outdoor garden hideaway serving sausages and beer. 

You'll find mostly 18th- and 19th-century English antiques here, but keep your eye out for a Charleston Battery bench (seen at White Point Garden), for which the store is famous. Founded in 1922, Birlant's is fourth-generation family-owned and home to the oldest working freight elevator in the country.

Jon Gibson crafts and sells museum-quality pewter mugs, oil lamps, vases, pitchers, and other stunning works in a barn and workshop overlooking one of the state's prettiest Colonial town greens, in the pretty hilltop village of Washington. Try to come on a Saturday morning, when there's a small but fun farmers' market next door.

In a restored 1800s farmhouse in the center of town, this gallery showcases exceptional paintings and sculptures from the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries. The focus is on artists inspired by Maine's beauty, especially those who have painted on Monhegan Island. Among those represented are Rockwell Kent, James Fitzgerald, Andrew Winter, Carroll Thayer Berry, and Charles Woodbury. Contemporary artists include Andrea J. Peters, Kevin Beers, and Henry Isaacs.

This well-stocked home decor shop inside the historic Burlingame Garage, is run by a husband-and-wife duo. Browse unique furniture, kitchenware, jewelry, greeting cards, and the kids' section for the perfect gift.

A colorful junk art gate greets visitors to this 88-acre ranch with olive, apple, and citrus trees. Farm tours and tastings of olive oils milled on-site take place year-round Thursday–Saturday; come apple harvest (mid-August–mid-November), tastings of heirloom varieties also occur. Reservations are required. The farm shop is open on the same days for walk-in purchases of produce, snacks, cookbooks, and other items (and Sunday by appointment). Check the website calendar or social media for special events, including baking demonstrations, live music, and pizza parties.

It's described by its owners as an American mercantile and dry goods store, but when you open the door, you'll feel as if you've been invited into a friend's warm and inviting loft. Displays throughout the store beautifully showcase 19th-century antique furniture. You'll also discover leather goods; vintage mirrors and other decorative home items; men's and women's grooming products and perfumes from around the world; Peruvian alpaca and wool scarves; Swedish clogs; and comfortable dresses, sweaters, and tops from American and international designers.

This is one of the most unforgettable shopping experiences on the Strip. Duck into shops like Field of Dreams, Breathe, or Peter Lik's gallery of fine-art photography. Amble under blue-sky ceilings alongside the Grand Canal. All roads, balustraded bridges, and waterways lead to St. Mark's Square, an enormous open space filled with Italian opera singers and costumed performers. Watch for the living statues, who will intrigue and amuse. If you need to take a load off, hail a gondola. Closer to The Palazzo, find powerhouse names such as Michael Kors and Tory Burch; shoe lovers will swoon over the Jimmy Choo boutique.

Don't miss this charming little store in a old mansard-roofed structure. The upstairs once served as a community dance hall, and the original piano is still on the stage. Kids will delight in the array of "penny candy" as well as fun small toys. There are also kitchen utensils, candles, gifts, pretty cards, and books. At an outdoor window on the side of the building, you can order an ice-cream cone to enjoy on a walk down to the harbor.

This longtime anchor of Starland is a huge part of the area's enticingly artsy, bizarre reputation. Vinyl heads will love digging through the bins of old and new records, some freshly pressed by the Graveface record label. There's also the wicked apparel and delightfully creepy taxidermy exhibits—yes, stuffed animals, and not the cuddly kind—that make this a must for any visit to the neighborhood.