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Place Vendome
Miami
This shop is for cheap and funky club clothes from zebra-print pants to bright, shiny tops. Two locations.This shop is for cheap and funky club clothes from

Rags to Riches
Miami
This is an old-time consignment shop where you might find some decent rags, and maybe even some riches. Though not as upscale as it used to be, this place is still a good spot for costume jewelry and shoes.This is an old-time consignment shop where you might find

Rebel
Miami
Fashionable and funky clothing for mom and daughter is what you'll find in this fabulous Biscayne Corridor boutique that carries labels not found anywhere else. Super-friendly help is a bonus, too.Fashionable and funky clothing for mom and daughter is what

Red White & Blue Thrift Store
Miami
Miami's best-kept secret is this mammoth thrift store that is meticulously organized and well stocked. You've got to search for great stuff, but it is there. There are especially good deals on children's clothes and housewares.Miami's best-kept secret is this mammoth thrift store that is

Sawgrass Mills
Miami
Just as some people need to take a tranquilizer to fly, others need one to traipse through this mammoth mall -- the largest outlet mall in the country. Depending on what type of shopper you are, this experience can either be blissful or overwhelming. If you've got the patience, it is worth setting aside a day to do the entire place. Though it's located in Broward County, it is a phenomenon that attracts thousands of tourists and locals sniffing out bargains. In 2006, the mall debuted its swank new luxe section, the Colonnade Outlets, featuring outlet versions of Coach, Miss Sixty USA, Salvatore Ferragamo and other luxury outlets offering savings of up to 70%.When driving, take I-95 north to 595 west to Flamingo Road. Exit and turn right, driving 2 miles to Sunrise Boulevard. You can't miss this monster on the left. Parking is free, but don't forget where you parked your car or you might spend a day looking for it.Just as some people need to take a tranquilizer to

Scoop
Miami
Here's the real scoop: The Shore Club hotel boutique hails from New York City and is the shop of choice for celebs like Cameron Diaz, who just walks in and doesn't have to ask the price of the latest from Diane Von Furstenberg, Helmut Lang, Marc Jacobs, Paul Smith, Malo, and Jimmy Choo.Here's the real scoop: The Shore Club hotel boutique hails

SEE
Miami
This fantastic eyewear store features an enormous selection of stylish specs all priced between $169 and $239, including your prescription. The staff is patient and knowledgeable.This fantastic eyewear store features an enormous selection of stylish

Senzatempo
Miami
If the names Charles Eames, George Nelson, or Gio Ponti mean anything to you, this is where you'll want to visit. There's retro, Euro-fabulous designer furniture and decorative arts from 1930 to 1960 here, as well as collectible watches, timepieces, and clocks.If the names Charles Eames, George Nelson, or Gio Ponti

Sephora
Miami
The Disney World of makeup, Sephora offers a dizzying array of cosmetics, perfumes, and styling products. Unlike Brownes & Co., however, personal service and attentiveness is at a minimum. Because there are so many products, shopping here can be a harrowing experience. Three locations.The Disney World of makeup, Sephora offers a dizzying array

Sephora
Miami
The Disney World of makeup, Sephora offers a dizzying array of cosmetics, perfumes, and styling products. Unlike Brownes & Co., however, personal service and attentiveness is at a minimum. Because there are so many products, shopping here can be a harrowing experience. Three locations.The Disney World of makeup, Sephora offers a dizzying array

Sephora
Miami
The Disney World of makeup, Sephora offers a dizzying array of cosmetics, perfumes, and styling products. Unlike Brownes & Co., however, personal service and attentiveness is at a minimum. Because there are so many products, shopping here can be a harrowing experience. Three locations.The Disney World of makeup, Sephora offers a dizzying array

Seybold Buchwald's Jewelers
Miami
Jewelers who specialize in an assortment of goods (diamonds, gems, watches, rings, and such) gather here daily to sell diamonds and gold. With 300 jewelry stores located inside this independently owned and operated multilevel treasure chest, the glare is blinding as you enter. You'll be sure to see handsome and up-to-date designs, but not too many bargains.Jewelers who specialize in an assortment of goods (diamonds, gems,

Shops at Sunset Place
Miami
Completed in early 1999 at a cost of over $140 million, this sprawling outdoor shopping complex offers more than just shopping. Visitors experience high-tech special effects, such as daily tropical storms (minus the rain) and the electronic chatter of birds and crickets. In addition to a 24-screen movie complex and an IMAX theater, there's a GameWorks (Steven Spielberg's Disney-esque playground for kids and adults), a Virgin Records store, and a NikeTown as well as mall standards such as Victoria's Secret, Gap, Urban Outfitters, bebe, and so on.Completed in early 1999 at a cost of over $140

Simons and Green
Miami
Fantastic sterling silver jewelry, leather goods, and other assorted high-end tchotchkes and gift items are what you'll find in this quaint mainstay on South Miami's Sunset Drive.Fantastic sterling silver jewelry, leather goods, and other assorted high-end

South Beach Dive and Surf Shop
Miami
Prices are slightly higher at this beach location, but you'll find the hottest styles and equipment. They also offer surfboard rental. Free surf report at tel. 305/534-7873.Prices are slightly higher at this beach location, but you'll

Stone Age Antiques
Miami
Movie posters, military memorabilia, tribal masks, cowboy hats -- you name it, they probably have it, but nautical antiques are their specialty. Looking for a certain ship's wheel? Stone Age most likely has it.Movie posters, military memorabilia, tribal masks, cowboy hats -- you

Streets of Mayfair
Miami
This sleepy, desolate, labyrinthine shopping area conceals a movie theater, several top-quality shops, a bookstore, restaurants, art galleries, bars, and nightclubs. It was meant to compete with the CocoWalk shopping complex (just across the street), but its structure is very mazelike. Though it is open air, it is not wide open like CocoWalk and pales in comparison to that more populated neighbor.This sleepy, desolate, labyrinthine shopping area conceals a movie theater,

The Children's Exchange
Miami
Selling everything from layettes to overalls, this pleasant little shop is chock-full of good Florida-style stuff for kids to wear to the beach and in the heat.Selling everything from layettes to overalls, this pleasant little shop

The Falls
Miami
Traffic to this mall borders on brutal, but once you get there, you'll feel a slight sense of serenity. Tropical waterfalls are the setting for this outdoor shopping center with dozens of moderately priced and slightly upscale shops. Miami's first Bloomingdale's is here, as are Polo, Ralph Lauren, Caswell-Massey, and more than 60 other specialty shops. A recent renovation added Macy's, Crate & Barrel, Brooks Brothers, and Pottery Barn, among others. If you are planning to visit any of the nearby attractions, which include Metrozoo and Monkey Jungle, check with customer service for information on discount packages.Traffic to this mall borders on brutal, but once you

The International Jewelry Exchange
Miami
At least 50 reputable jewelers hustle their wares from individual counters at one of the city's most active jewelry centers. Haggle your brains out for excellent prices on timeless antiques from Tiffany's, Cartier, or Bulgari, or on unique designs you can create yourself. Stop by Dahlia's Unique booth and ask for Dorie. She'll give you a good deal.At least 50 reputable jewelers hustle their wares from individual

Urban Outfitters
Miami
It took a while for this urban outpost to hit Miami, but once it did, it became a favorite for the young hipster set who favor T-shirts that say "Princess" instead of Prada. Cheapish, utilitarian, and funky, Urban Outfitters is an excellent place to pick up a pair of used jeans or some funky tchotchkes for your apartment. Two locations.It took a while for this urban outpost to hit

Urban Outfitters
Miami
It took a while for this urban outpost to hit Miami, but once it did, it became a favorite for the young hipster set who favor T-shirts that say "Princess" instead of Prada. Cheapish, utilitarian, and funky, Urban Outfitters is an excellent place to pick up a pair of used jeans or some funky tchotchkes for your apartment. Two locations.It took a while for this urban outpost to hit

Village of Merrick Park
Miami
Giving Bal Harbour Shops a literal run for its money is this Coral Gables Mediterranean-style outdoor mall consisting of extremely high-end stores such as Jimmy Choo, Sonia Rykiel, Neiman Marcus, Miami's very first Nordstrom, and upscale eateries such as The Palm. In fact, the owner of Bal Harbour Shops was so paranoid he'd lose his business to Merrick Park that he shoveled a ton of cash in an ad campaign making sure people wouldn't forget that Bal Harbour was here first. People who can afford it won't be forgetting about either anytime soon.Giving Bal Harbour Shops a literal run for its money

Y-3
Miami
A collaboration between couture designer Yohji Yamamoto and Adidas, Y-3 chose Miami's Design District as its first freestanding store ever, but bigger news than that is that it's the district's first-ever clothing store, featuring a full range of funky men's and women's apparel, shoes and accessories. The two-story store prides itself on fusing style and sport and often hosts very fabulous art and culture events.A collaboration between couture designer Yohji Yamamoto and Adidas, Y-3

Yesterday and Today Records
Miami
This is Miami's most unique and well-stocked store for vinyl -- you know, the audio dinosaur that went out with the Victrola? Y & T, as it's known, is a collector's heaven, featuring every genre of music imaginable on every format. Chances are, you could find some eight-track tapes, too. This is Miami's most unique

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