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Marie Laveau's House of Voodoo
New Orleans
This is the place for voodoo dolls and gris-gris bags. It's tourist voodoo, to be sure, but such items make great souvenirs for the right friends, and it's a fun store to poke around in.This is the place for voodoo dolls and gris-gris bags.
Martin Wine Cellar
New Orleans
If you're a wine lover or connoisseur -- or if you want to become one -- Martin Wine Cellar may be your most significant find in New Orleans. It carries an eye-popping selection of wines, spirits, and champagnes at surprisingly reasonable prices. It's not rare to find a $10 wine recommended and described in baffling detail. The store has an extensive selection of preserves, coffees, teas, crackers, biscotti, cookies, cheeses, and even cigars that are a perfect accompaniment to drinks (and that are often imported and hard to find elsewhere). A bigger location is at 714 Elmeer Ave. (in the 1200 block of Veterans Memorial Blvd.) in Metairie (tel. 888/407-7496 or 504/896-7300).If you're a wine lover or connoisseur -- or if
Metro Three
New Orleans
They were the first ones to come up with the design for the ubiquitous "Make Levees, Not War" shirts, and their soft, vintage-feeling tees are a lot better than the rip-offs on Bourbon Street. Other local slogans include neighborhood-representing options (show your support for the 9th Ward, the Lower Garden District, and the rest), "Katrina and Rita: Girls Gone Wild," and more. Everyone in New Orleans has at least one of their shirts, and you should, too.They were the first ones to come up with the
Meyer the Hatter
New Orleans
Meyer's opened more than 100 years ago and has been in the same family ever since. Today the haberdashery has one of the largest selections of fine hats and caps in the South. Men will find distinguished international labels such as Stetson, Kangol, Akubra, Dobbs, and Borsalino (and there are some hats for women as well). Go outfit yourself like a proper gentleman caller.Meyer's opened more than 100 years ago and has been
Mignon Faget, Ltd
New Orleans
Mignon Faget is one of the biggest personalities in New Orleans's jewelry universe and a piece from here is as much a must for a New Orleans lady as a Tiffany piece is for an NYC one. The designer is a New Orleans native; in fact, some of her ancestors moved here to escape the French Revolution, while others were longtime plantation owners. Today, in her main studio display room, you can see some of her signature styles -- gold, silver, and bronze d'oré fashioned into pendants, bracelets, rings, earrings, shirt studs, and cuff links. Their New Orleans-specific pieces make superb presents for yourself or anyone back home. There's an uptown location at 3801 Magazine St. (tel. 504/891-2005).Mignon Faget is one of the biggest personalities in New
Miss Edna's Antiques
New Orleans
Miss Edna's carries eclectic antiques -- furniture, specialty items, curios -- and paintings, with a focus on 19th-century works. Miss Edna recently moved a few feet up Magazine, doubling her inventory and expanding her art collection.Miss Edna's carries eclectic antiques -- furniture, specialty items, curios
Ms. Spratt's
New Orleans
If you aren't a plus size, this plus-size boutique might well make you wish you were. The clothes -- career wear, after 5, funky, and glam -- are colorful, wildly fun, and expressive. The whimsical items are many; we especially liked the tin cutouts of "plus-size" angels and the assortment of fan pulls.If you aren't a plus size, this plus-size boutique might
New Orleans Glassworks and Printmaking Studio
New Orleans
This institution serves multiple purposes. Here, within 25,000 square feet of studio space, are a 550-pound tank of hot molten glass and a pre-Civil War press. At Glassworks, the sister school to the Louvre Museum of Decorative Arts, established glasswork artists and master printmakers display their work in the on-site gallery and teach classes in glass blowing, kiln-fired glass, hand-engraved printmaking, papermaking, and bookbinding. Absolutely unique to the area, the place is worth a visit during gallery hours. Daily glass-blowing and fusing demonstrations are open for viewing. Beginning in October, visitors may design their holiday ornaments.This institution serves multiple purposes. Here, within 25,000 square feet
Octavia Books
New Orleans
We do love our independent bookstores, and although this may be a bit far uptown, a sweet, tiny patio, complete with waterfall, is the customer's reward -- what better way to linger over a purchase from stock that is chosen with obvious literary care? Book signings and other literary events are common.We do love our independent bookstores, and although this may
Orient Expressed Imports
New Orleans
This shop features a fascinating collection of antiques, santos (antique Filipino folk art saints statues), and objets d'art from around the world -- too much stuff for the shop to hold, so be sure to ask for the key to the warehouse next door. The shop also offers its own line of hand-smocked children's clothing, plus toys and gifts.This shop features a fascinating collection of antiques, santos (antique
Peligro
New Orleans
A bit out-of-the-way from the usual Quarter shopping routes, but worth checking out, Peligro is one of the best folk-art galleries in the city, with an emphasis on primitive and outsider art (but also work from Latin American countries). The owners have a terrific eye for up-and-coming artists. At times they have smaller items that make for marvelous, original gifts.A bit out-of-the-way from the usual Quarter shopping routes, but
Photoworks
New Orleans
Photographer Louis Sahuc's family has been in New Orleans "since day One," and so it's no wonder his life's work has been documenting his city. This gallery is devoted to his photos. Come here for iconic images (such as Jackson Sq. swathed in fog, or fragments of the ironwork and other architecture that gives New Orleans its distinct look), both black and white and color.Photographer Louis Sahuc's family has been in New Orleans "since
Rare Finds
New Orleans
Unusually for a shop on Decatur Street, this establishment is beautifully organized by subject, theme, or sometimes color. It makes browsing among the vintage jewelry, dolls, books, dishware, and other collectibles so much easier.Unusually for a shop on Decatur Street, this establishment is
Ritz Carlton Spa
New Orleans
The finest spa in just about any town, the newly refurbished Ritz spa is tranquil, majestic, classy, lush -- and costly. But who cares? With this kind of atmosphere, not to mention the new Prada treatment line, it's all about the pampering. After all, you stayed up late last night, and you danced hard. You earned this! In addition to a wide range of exotic scrubs and rubs, plus wraps, water treatments, and more, they have a luxe sauna and relaxation areas, and a full-service salon for beauty treatments.The finest spa in just about any town, the newly
Rothschild's Antiques
New Orleans
Rothschild's is a fourth-generation furniture merchandiser. Some of the most interesting things you'll find here are antique, estate, and custom-made jewelry. They have a dreamy display of antique pieces, though they sadly had to stop their jewelry manufacturing and repair business, because their factory was lost to post-storm damage. There's a fine selection of antique silver, marble mantels, porcelains, and English and French furnishings including chandeliers.Rothschild's is a fourth-generation furniture merchandiser. Some of the most
Rumors
New Orleans
This longtime local jewelry and gift store is crammed with all kinds of glittery earrings, necklaces, masks, and more, many the work of local artists. Don't be turned off by the gaudy nature of some of the contents. There are excellent buys to be had, particularly their own silver fleur-de-lis necklaces, which stand up proudly to the ones offered at Mignon Faget.This longtime local jewelry and gift store is crammed with
Sabai Jewelry Gallery
New Orleans
This store offers a unique array of Asian and handcrafted jewelry. The stones and settings are displayed on antique wooden block prints (some on flat stones embedded in rice). But the best part is when one discovers the lack of designer prices that usually tag along with incredible designs.This store offers a unique array of Asian and handcrafted
Sabai Jewelry Gallery
New Orleans
This store offers a unique array of Asian and handcrafted jewelry. The stones and settings are displayed on antique wooden block prints (some on flat stones embedded in rice). But the best part is when one discovers the lack of designer prices that usually tag along with incredible designs.This store offers a unique array of Asian and handcrafted
Scriptura
New Orleans
This store has everything related to the elegant art of scribbling. You can get designer stationery, glass fountain pens, sealing wax, and all types of generic or specific (travel, cigar, wine, restaurant) journals. This is the kind of place where you can find a gift for that impossible-to-shop-for person in your life. They have also opened a new location at 3301 Veterans, Suite 137.This store has everything related to the elegant art of
Shadyside Pottery
New Orleans
If you want to see a master potter at work, Shadyside Pottery is an excellent place to stop. Charlie Bohn, who apprenticed in Japan, can be seen at his wheel pretty much all the time. He specializes in the Japanese tradition of raku, a type of pottery that has a "cracked" look. Open most days, though if it's important that you see him, you might call ahead to make sure he hasn't taken a rare day off.If you want to see a master potter at work,
Shop of the Two Sisters
New Orleans
This shop has upscale "girly" items such as throw pillows, lamps, sconces, accessories, unique accent pieces (with an emphasis on florals and fruits), and upholstery. Here you'll find consumerism at its most beautiful, but be prepared to pay for it.This shop has upscale "girly" items such as throw pillows,
Sigle's Antiques & Metalcraft
New Orleans
If you've fallen in love with the lacy ironwork that drips from French Quarter balconies, this is the place to pick out some pieces to take home. In addition, Sigle's has converted some of the ironwork into useful household items such as plant holders.If you've fallen in love with the lacy ironwork that
Simon of New Orleans
New Orleans
Folk artist Simon, whose brightly painted signs are seen throughout New Orleans in homes and businesses, will paint-to-order your own personal sign and ship it to you. This gallery and shop is shared with Simon's wife, Maria, who has particularly good taste in primitive furniture, antiques, and hodgepodgery.Folk artist Simon, whose brightly painted signs are seen throughout
Southern Candymakers
New Orleans
Here is yet another place to taste-test pralines. Our group of experts found these a bit nontraditional but quite good -- that they are often making the candy on the spot at their newer address probably doesn't hurt. Their confections send people into swoons. They've recently opened a location at 1010 Decatur St with the same phone number, but different hours, 9am-5pm daily.Here is yet another place to taste-test pralines. Our group
Studio Inferno
New Orleans
A longtime seller at the Jazz Fest crafts booths where they also demonstrate the art of glass blowing, Studio Inferno is known for its clever NOLA-related designs, such as glass reproductions of the local water meters (seriously stylish, which is why they turn up in designs all the time), chile pepper necklaces, and large-size milagros, flaming hearts, torsos, and other "miraculous" shapes. Everything from good stemware to paperweights. Excellent for unique gifts, if a bit off the beaten path.A longtime seller at the Jazz Fest crafts booths where
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Marie Laveau's House of Voodoo
New Orleans
This is the place for voodoo dolls and gris-gris bags. It's tourist voodoo, to be sure, but such items make great souvenirs for the right friends, and it's a fun store to poke around in.This is the place for voodoo dolls and gris-gris bags.
Martin Wine Cellar
New Orleans
If you're a wine lover or connoisseur -- or if you want to become one -- Martin Wine Cellar may be your most significant find in New Orleans. It carries an eye-popping selection of wines, spirits, and champagnes at surprisingly reasonable prices. It's not rare to find a $10 wine recommended and described in baffling detail. The store has an extensive selection of preserves, coffees, teas, crackers, biscotti, cookies, cheeses, and even cigars that are a perfect accompaniment to drinks (and that are often imported and hard to find elsewhere). A bigger location is at 714 Elmeer Ave. (in the 1200 block of Veterans Memorial Blvd.) in Metairie (tel. 888/407-7496 or 504/896-7300).If you're a wine lover or connoisseur -- or if
Metro Three
New Orleans
They were the first ones to come up with the design for the ubiquitous "Make Levees, Not War" shirts, and their soft, vintage-feeling tees are a lot better than the rip-offs on Bourbon Street. Other local slogans include neighborhood-representing options (show your support for the 9th Ward, the Lower Garden District, and the rest), "Katrina and Rita: Girls Gone Wild," and more. Everyone in New Orleans has at least one of their shirts, and you should, too.They were the first ones to come up with the
Meyer the Hatter
New Orleans
Meyer's opened more than 100 years ago and has been in the same family ever since. Today the haberdashery has one of the largest selections of fine hats and caps in the South. Men will find distinguished international labels such as Stetson, Kangol, Akubra, Dobbs, and Borsalino (and there are some hats for women as well). Go outfit yourself like a proper gentleman caller.Meyer's opened more than 100 years ago and has been
Mignon Faget, Ltd
New Orleans
Mignon Faget is one of the biggest personalities in New Orleans's jewelry universe and a piece from here is as much a must for a New Orleans lady as a Tiffany piece is for an NYC one. The designer is a New Orleans native; in fact, some of her ancestors moved here to escape the French Revolution, while others were longtime plantation owners. Today, in her main studio display room, you can see some of her signature styles -- gold, silver, and bronze d'oré fashioned into pendants, bracelets, rings, earrings, shirt studs, and cuff links. Their New Orleans-specific pieces make superb presents for yourself or anyone back home. There's an uptown location at 3801 Magazine St. (tel. 504/891-2005).Mignon Faget is one of the biggest personalities in New
Miss Edna's Antiques
New Orleans
Miss Edna's carries eclectic antiques -- furniture, specialty items, curios -- and paintings, with a focus on 19th-century works. Miss Edna recently moved a few feet up Magazine, doubling her inventory and expanding her art collection.Miss Edna's carries eclectic antiques -- furniture, specialty items, curios
Ms. Spratt's
New Orleans
If you aren't a plus size, this plus-size boutique might well make you wish you were. The clothes -- career wear, after 5, funky, and glam -- are colorful, wildly fun, and expressive. The whimsical items are many; we especially liked the tin cutouts of "plus-size" angels and the assortment of fan pulls.If you aren't a plus size, this plus-size boutique might
New Orleans Glassworks and Printmaking Studio
New Orleans
This institution serves multiple purposes. Here, within 25,000 square feet of studio space, are a 550-pound tank of hot molten glass and a pre-Civil War press. At Glassworks, the sister school to the Louvre Museum of Decorative Arts, established glasswork artists and master printmakers display their work in the on-site gallery and teach classes in glass blowing, kiln-fired glass, hand-engraved printmaking, papermaking, and bookbinding. Absolutely unique to the area, the place is worth a visit during gallery hours. Daily glass-blowing and fusing demonstrations are open for viewing. Beginning in October, visitors may design their holiday ornaments.This institution serves multiple purposes. Here, within 25,000 square feet
Octavia Books
New Orleans
We do love our independent bookstores, and although this may be a bit far uptown, a sweet, tiny patio, complete with waterfall, is the customer's reward -- what better way to linger over a purchase from stock that is chosen with obvious literary care? Book signings and other literary events are common.We do love our independent bookstores, and although this may
Orient Expressed Imports
New Orleans
This shop features a fascinating collection of antiques, santos (antique Filipino folk art saints statues), and objets d'art from around the world -- too much stuff for the shop to hold, so be sure to ask for the key to the warehouse next door. The shop also offers its own line of hand-smocked children's clothing, plus toys and gifts.This shop features a fascinating collection of antiques, santos (antique
Peligro
New Orleans
A bit out-of-the-way from the usual Quarter shopping routes, but worth checking out, Peligro is one of the best folk-art galleries in the city, with an emphasis on primitive and outsider art (but also work from Latin American countries). The owners have a terrific eye for up-and-coming artists. At times they have smaller items that make for marvelous, original gifts.A bit out-of-the-way from the usual Quarter shopping routes, but
Photoworks
New Orleans
Photographer Louis Sahuc's family has been in New Orleans "since day One," and so it's no wonder his life's work has been documenting his city. This gallery is devoted to his photos. Come here for iconic images (such as Jackson Sq. swathed in fog, or fragments of the ironwork and other architecture that gives New Orleans its distinct look), both black and white and color.Photographer Louis Sahuc's family has been in New Orleans "since
Rare Finds
New Orleans
Unusually for a shop on Decatur Street, this establishment is beautifully organized by subject, theme, or sometimes color. It makes browsing among the vintage jewelry, dolls, books, dishware, and other collectibles so much easier.Unusually for a shop on Decatur Street, this establishment is
Ritz Carlton Spa
New Orleans
The finest spa in just about any town, the newly refurbished Ritz spa is tranquil, majestic, classy, lush -- and costly. But who cares? With this kind of atmosphere, not to mention the new Prada treatment line, it's all about the pampering. After all, you stayed up late last night, and you danced hard. You earned this! In addition to a wide range of exotic scrubs and rubs, plus wraps, water treatments, and more, they have a luxe sauna and relaxation areas, and a full-service salon for beauty treatments.The finest spa in just about any town, the newly
Rothschild's Antiques
New Orleans
Rothschild's is a fourth-generation furniture merchandiser. Some of the most interesting things you'll find here are antique, estate, and custom-made jewelry. They have a dreamy display of antique pieces, though they sadly had to stop their jewelry manufacturing and repair business, because their factory was lost to post-storm damage. There's a fine selection of antique silver, marble mantels, porcelains, and English and French furnishings including chandeliers.Rothschild's is a fourth-generation furniture merchandiser. Some of the most
Rumors
New Orleans
This longtime local jewelry and gift store is crammed with all kinds of glittery earrings, necklaces, masks, and more, many the work of local artists. Don't be turned off by the gaudy nature of some of the contents. There are excellent buys to be had, particularly their own silver fleur-de-lis necklaces, which stand up proudly to the ones offered at Mignon Faget.This longtime local jewelry and gift store is crammed with
Sabai Jewelry Gallery
New Orleans
This store offers a unique array of Asian and handcrafted jewelry. The stones and settings are displayed on antique wooden block prints (some on flat stones embedded in rice). But the best part is when one discovers the lack of designer prices that usually tag along with incredible designs.This store offers a unique array of Asian and handcrafted
Sabai Jewelry Gallery
New Orleans
This store offers a unique array of Asian and handcrafted jewelry. The stones and settings are displayed on antique wooden block prints (some on flat stones embedded in rice). But the best part is when one discovers the lack of designer prices that usually tag along with incredible designs.This store offers a unique array of Asian and handcrafted
Scriptura
New Orleans
This store has everything related to the elegant art of scribbling. You can get designer stationery, glass fountain pens, sealing wax, and all types of generic or specific (travel, cigar, wine, restaurant) journals. This is the kind of place where you can find a gift for that impossible-to-shop-for person in your life. They have also opened a new location at 3301 Veterans, Suite 137.This store has everything related to the elegant art of
Shadyside Pottery
New Orleans
If you want to see a master potter at work, Shadyside Pottery is an excellent place to stop. Charlie Bohn, who apprenticed in Japan, can be seen at his wheel pretty much all the time. He specializes in the Japanese tradition of raku, a type of pottery that has a "cracked" look. Open most days, though if it's important that you see him, you might call ahead to make sure he hasn't taken a rare day off.If you want to see a master potter at work,
Shop of the Two Sisters
New Orleans
This shop has upscale "girly" items such as throw pillows, lamps, sconces, accessories, unique accent pieces (with an emphasis on florals and fruits), and upholstery. Here you'll find consumerism at its most beautiful, but be prepared to pay for it.This shop has upscale "girly" items such as throw pillows,
Sigle's Antiques & Metalcraft
New Orleans
If you've fallen in love with the lacy ironwork that drips from French Quarter balconies, this is the place to pick out some pieces to take home. In addition, Sigle's has converted some of the ironwork into useful household items such as plant holders.If you've fallen in love with the lacy ironwork that
Simon of New Orleans
New Orleans
Folk artist Simon, whose brightly painted signs are seen throughout New Orleans in homes and businesses, will paint-to-order your own personal sign and ship it to you. This gallery and shop is shared with Simon's wife, Maria, who has particularly good taste in primitive furniture, antiques, and hodgepodgery.Folk artist Simon, whose brightly painted signs are seen throughout
Southern Candymakers
New Orleans
Here is yet another place to taste-test pralines. Our group of experts found these a bit nontraditional but quite good -- that they are often making the candy on the spot at their newer address probably doesn't hurt. Their confections send people into swoons. They've recently opened a location at 1010 Decatur St with the same phone number, but different hours, 9am-5pm daily.Here is yet another place to taste-test pralines. Our group
Studio Inferno
New Orleans
A longtime seller at the Jazz Fest crafts booths where they also demonstrate the art of glass blowing, Studio Inferno is known for its clever NOLA-related designs, such as glass reproductions of the local water meters (seriously stylish, which is why they turn up in designs all the time), chile pepper necklaces, and large-size milagros, flaming hearts, torsos, and other "miraculous" shapes. Everything from good stemware to paperweights. Excellent for unique gifts, if a bit off the beaten path.A longtime seller at the Jazz Fest crafts booths where
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