3 Best Places to Shop in Ipanema and Leblon, Rio de Janeiro

The Ipanema Havaianas store carries the fun and funky flip-flops in all colors, styles, and sizes, for men, women, and kids. The range is staggering, from classic Brazil flag designs to limited-edition gem-encrusted versions. The prices start at R$28 and creep over R$100. Alongside the legendary flops, the store also sells canvas deck shoes and sturdier sandals, as well as opinion-dividing "flip-flop socks." Don't miss their brightly colored plastic wallets—a clever solution to protect your loose change and phone from sand at the beach. Other locations around town include one in Centro.

The stylish Mr. Cat carries handbags and leather shoes for men and women and has stores all over the city.

You'll find a large selection of reasonably priced shoes, bags, and accessories at Via Mia.