Featuring some of the country’s best clothing stores, malls, boutiques, and pop-up shops, Miami is easily the most fun, splurge-on-yourself city in the world, the perfect place for “me time.” If you’ve got time to kill and room on the credit cards, you’re ready for the shopping spree of your life. Just one question: Which retailers should you hit first? Following, you’ll find 10 of the best stores men, women, and kids of all ages will want to shop in Miami – and 10 reasons why you’ll make sure you’ll want to free up extra space in your trunk before filling up your bags.
Sweat Records Bayside Marketplace Boho Hunter Supply and Advise
| Name | Location | Description |
| Sweat Records | 5505 NE 2nd Ave | The ultimate indie record shop, Sweat Records offers a wide range of new and vintage vinyl as well as an assortment of other music paraphernalia. From Biggie to Metallica, this place has everything. Listening parties and performances are the norm here. If your energy flags, fortify yourself with java from the in-store coffee shop. For something more substantial, note that Churchill’s Pub, a legendary punk venue, is right next door. |
| Aventura Mall | 19501 Biscayne Blvd Aventura, FL | Albeit a mall, Aventura is far from your average suburban shopping cathedral. This expansive showcase is packed with boutique shops and name-brand stores. With over 280 retail outlets plus a 24-screen movie theater, you’ll be forgiven if you never want to leave. Fun fact: Plans call for a 315,000 square-foot additional wing with courtyards to be added shortly, adding more reasons to stick around and browse the racks. |
| Bayside Market Place | 401 Biscayne Blvd | If you’re looking to enjoy fresh air and sun while you shop, Bayside Marketplace is the spot. Situated on gorgeous Biscayne Bay, you’ll find more than 150 stores and eateries. We suggest shopping it up in the late afternoon then sticking around through the gorgeous sunset. |
| C. Madeleine’s | 13702 Biscayne Blvd | Looking for something unique, with a don’t-even-tell-me price tag? Look no further than C. Madeleine’s. Celebrities and fashionistas flock to this Miami Beach shop that some call the “Fashion Wonder of the World.” Vintage elegance is the name of the game, with items from the glory days of Gucci and Chanel in the ’60s and ’70s. |
| Miracle Mile | 223 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables | If you crave variety and local color, you’ll find it stretched all across Miami’s Miracle Mile. Located in Coral Gables, it’s home to hundreds of stores from the affordable to the high-end, allowing you to thoroughly lose yourself in retail. There are plenty of restaurants, theaters and art galleries for those who want to make a day of it. |
| Wynwood Art District | 2520 NW 2nd Ave. | Street art lovers take note of Wynwood, which is home to a wide variety of galleries, museums and fairs. There’s plenty here for the casual or serious art collector from local up-and-coming artists to internationally-renowned titans. This open-air environment is a great way to experience the culture of Miami through art while enjoying the beautiful weather. |
| Design District | 140 NE 39Th Street | Travel north from Wynwood to explore the Design District. Here, you’ll find even more art galleries with a trend towards architecture and design. Shop for new home furnishings or just peruse for inspiration. With plenty of restaurants and bars, it’s also a happening nightlife option. |
| Boho Hunter | 184 NW 27th St | Boho Hunter sells some of the coolest, most unique items in town from clothes and accessories to hand-made housewares, all made by Latin American designers. Make a trip here before starting your Miami adventure and you’ll look the part while you immerse yourself in the Miami experience. |
| Bal Harbour Shops | 9700 Collins Ave Bal Harbour, FL | If your tastes trend towards the higher end and you aren’t afraid to lighten your wallet a bit, head to Bal Harbour. This upscale open-air mall offers plenty for those with expensive tastes, from Chanel to Dolce & Gabbana, Saks Fifth Avenue, Versace and Gucci. Like the rest of Miami, the atmosphere is both aesthetically gorgeous and inviting. |
| Supply and Advise | 223 SE 1st St | For men who take their fashion seriously, Supply and Advise does not disappoint. A two-story shop located in a restored 1920s building, it offers top brands such as Gant, Alden and Breuer. When you’re done shopping, enjoy a drink at the bar or a shave at the resident barbershop. |
Associate Editor Nick Gambino is originally from New York City. With a strong background in the entertainment and tech fields, he writes engaging reviews and think pieces for numerous websites and online publications. A life-long movie fiend, he hosts popular movie-centric show Get 2 the Podcast - check it out at www.get2thepodcast.com
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