Must-see shopping in Tennessee

  • OAK Nashville

    Nashville

    Get ready to spend an hour browsing this small but well-stocked store, a great place to find gifts for friends, family and, well, yourself. OAK stands for…

  • City & State

    Memphis

    This fabulous artisan-centric store and coffeehouse in Binghampton stocks exquisitely curated everyday coolness (handcrafted soaps, hipster backpacks,…

  • Gruhn Guitars

    Nashville

    This renowned vintage-instrument store has been serving the Nashville community since 1970. The expert staff and amazing inventory attract musicians of…

  • Able

    Nashville

    Stunning leather products and simple, elegant fashions are highlights in the flagship store of this sustainable fashion label. Able was started by Barrett…

  • Gas Lamp Antiques

    Nashville

    It's easy to get turned around in this sprawling antique mall, home to 160 spaces and consistently named Nashville's best antique store. From china and…

  • Lanksy Brothers

    Memphis

    The 'Clothier to the King,' this mid-century men's shop once outfitted Elvis with his two-tone shirts. Today it has a retro line of menswear (including…

  • Thistle Farms

    Nashville

    If ethical beauty brands are your thing, Thistle Farms has everything your bathroom needs for the ultimate relaxation. Thistle Farms is more than a beauty…

  • A Schwab

    Memphis

    It has everything from postcards to denim shirts to flasks to rubber duckies to fine hats to overalls. But the real attraction is the antiques upstairs:…

  • Project 615

    Nashville

    A for-profit company that donates a portion of all sales to various local non-profits. The trendy T-shirts ($30) are designed and produced in Tennessee…

  • Parnassus Books

    Nashville

    Ann Patchett's Parnassus Books is arguably one of America's most famous indie booksellers (ironically only in business since 2011). The bright space hosts…

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    Carpe Diem Records

    Tennessee

    This little blue shotgun shack specializes in vinyl, but you'll also find classic board games, old typewriters, antiques and a retro Elvis collection…

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    Franklin Antique Mall

    Tennessee

    Independent stalls showcase various categories of antique, from furniture to dishware to books to jewelry, in this sprawling space a few blocks from Main…

  • Hero

    Nashville

    Owner Claudia Robertson Fowler has styled country music superstars Faith Hill, Tricia Yearwood and Martina McBride. She brings her global sensibilities –…

  • Bang Candy Company

    Nashville

    When someone describes themselves as a 'sugar-peddler,' you know you're in for something quirky and fun. That's exactly how to describe Sarah Souther, an…

  • White's Mercantile – Franklin

    Tennessee

    Singer-songwriter Holly Williams knows how to capture an audience. In this modern-day general store, she's assembled a thoughtful collection of small…

  • White's Mercantile

    Nashville

    This modern take on the general store hits all the right notes, embodying the vibe of the 12South neighborhood where it resides: cool, quirky and gorgeous…

  • Pre to Post Modern

    Nashville

    This shop is an explosion of color and kitsch with its superb selection of vintage items with a distinctly mid-century flavor. Pop culture collectibles…

  • Nisolo

    Nashville

    Buttery soft leather goods perch like gorgeous runway models in this minimalist store and showroom. But these boots and bags are more than a guilty…

  • Hester & Cook

    Nashville

    Sure, it's a little out of the way, but if you're a stationery and homeware aficionado, you'll want to hit this place up. Their retail space is also their…

  • Savant Vintage

    Nashville

    This store is filled top to bottom with gorgeous vintage goods that scream Americana – visitors winding through the warmly lit nooks of the little cabin…

  • Lorraine Frances Fine Accessories

    Nashville

    This independent jewelry shop specializes in making old things new – the handmade jewelry incorporates vintage items like coins, locker tags and perfume…

  • Wilder

    Nashville

    Is it art or home decor? Probably both. The household accessories and furniture in this bright and inviting shop pop with color, clean style and sometimes…

  • Feed Mill

    Tennessee

    The Amish: artisanal before artisanal was hip. The shop inside this well-worn former feed mill in Nolensville sells jam, honey, Amish noodles, and pies…

  • Hot Chocolatier

    Chattanooga

    If you happen to visit on Valentine's Day, you'll see folks lining up to buy chocolate truffles and bonbons here. (Smart move!) The chocolate-covered…

  • Marathon Village

    Nashville

    Home to the short-lived Marathon motorcar factory in the early 1900s, this red-brick warehouse now houses an intriguing line-up of indie shops,…

  • Lynchburg Hardware General Store

    Tennessee

    The Jack Daniel's Distillery itself sells no memorabilia, so if you want some Old No 7 trinkets, visit the Lynchburg Hardware General Store, which is…

  • Goner Records

    Memphis

    A record label and vinyl store in the Cooper-Young neighborhood, Goner has a coin-operated Elvis Impersonator Shrine (they don't want to get into trouble…

  • Corner Music

    Nashville

    Guitars. Banjos. Ukuleles. Mandolins. If it has strings and plays music, you'll find it here. Don't be surprised if you hear someone strumming away. Also…

  • Imogene + Willie

    Nashville

    This independent purveyor of style, housed in a 1950s service station, does built-to-last, custom-hemmed denim (from $245) that ships to you within a few…

  • Abednego

    Nashville

    This boutique features Nashville-chic frocks, tees and jewelry (think mod pieces with a folksy twist), plus a few stylish home accessories and gifts.

  • Stock & Belle

    Memphis

    Design-forward clothing, art and home accessories, often with a Memphis bent. It's the coolest shop for hip Memphis T-shirts.

  • Hewlett & Dunn

    Tennessee

    Sells cowboy boots and Western wear on the town square.

  • Draper James

    Nashville

    Sure, its sidewall is pure Instagram bait, but a lot of people love Reese Witherspoon's style and flock to this, her paean to all things sweetly Southern…

  • Factory at Franklin

    Tennessee

    Set in the revitalized buildings of a 1929 stove-manufacturing complex, the Factory incorporates a diverse selection of shops, restaurants, and…

  • Antique Archaeology

    Nashville

    Hardcore antique collectors may not be impressed by the small collection here, but if you're a fan of the History Channel's American Pickers, c'mon in and…

  • Filling Station

    Nashville

    The go-to place for growler fills, this tiny, brick location in 12South offers 24 taps of the region’s best craft beers. Hang around and chat with the…

  • Serendipity

    Nashville

    So, you've made it all the way to the northern edge of 12South. Still have gifts to buy? You're in luck. Serendipity sells a little of this and a little…

  • Hey Rooster General Store

    Nashville

    Artisan and small-batch food creations preen with Nashville pride at this hospitable shop. No eggs or milk stocked here; instead, you will find cheesy…

  • Opry Mills Mall

    Nashville

    This sprawling outlet mall houses an IMAX theater, theme restaurants and dozens of big-name retailers. Recent additions include a music-themed Madame…