“Shop” listings
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Scriptura
You’ll never want to send an e-mail again after visiting this charming paperie that sells whimsical notebooks, creamy writing papers, fountain pens and other high-end accessories. The custom printing and invitations are a local favorite, and the wrapping papers just might outshine the gift. (08/2011)
5423 Magazine St
504-897-1555
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Fischer-Gambino
Lamps, chandeliers, candelabra: If it glows, it’s sold at this chockablock antiques store in the middle of the French Quarter’s Royal Street shopping district. The staff will be happy to help you ship that giant, one-of-a-kind purchase back home. (05/2011)
637 Royal St
504-524-9067
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Lucullus Antiques
Patrick Dunne's shop is filled with culinary antiques, from sideboards to salt cellars. Collectors and browsers alike appreciate the unique ceramics, glass, linens and decorative art—it’s American history as seen through the kitchen. (04/2011)
610 Chartres St
504-528-9620
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Fleurty Girl
Artist Lauren Thom’s clothing is fresh and brash. Her punny T-shirts are local favorites that make offbeat souvenirs— Saints quarterback Drew Brees is immortalized on one reading “Breesus is My Homeboy,” and the fan chant “Who Dat” is rendered as “Who D@?” (02/2011)
3117 Magazine St
504-301-2557
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FIFI MAHONY’S
Fifi ’s is a one-stop-shop for Mardi Gras masqueraders and anyone with the daring to wear an outrageous bouffant or studded rhinestone belt. The store also carries its own makeup line. (01/2011)
934 Royal St
504-525-4343
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ARIUS TILE
This small store on Jackson Square is a trove of ceramic tile artwork with distinctly Louisiana designs: crawfi sh, fl eur de lis, beignets, chili peppers, hot sauce bottles, magnolia blossoms and even NOLA’s iconic sun-andmoon water meter covers. (01/2011)
504 St. Peter St
504-529-1665
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BITTERSWEET CONFECTIONS
Truffl es, candies and cakes become edible art at this French-inspired but modern chocolatier, where the wrappings are as stunning as what’s inside. Don’t miss the spicy dark chocolate bark fl avored with chili or the Bananas Foster truffle. (01/2011)
5331 Canal Blvd
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BUSH ANTIQUES
Allain Bush takes annual buying trips to Europe to track down “elegantly aged,” eyecatching Continental furniture. Then she sets it all up in 12 separate showrooms that more closely resemble carefully composed still-life art backdrops than a typical antiquery. (11/2010)
2109 Magazine St
504-581-3518
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NEW ORLEANS KNOTS
Shopping at this boutique, which focuses on men’s accessories (but carries some for women as well), is more about the experience than the purchases. Styles range from Wall Street to Bourbon Street, but it’s the impeccable customer service from colorful local staff that will make your experience memorable. (11/2010)
333 Canal St
504-525-6687
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SANTA’S QUARTERS
This holiday outlet offers Christmas decorations of all types, many of which have distinctive New Orleans themes. (11/2010)
1025 Decatur St
888-334-7527
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SERENDIPITOUS MASKS
Leave caution at the door of this daring boutique, which features flashy, over-the-top disguises made by local artists with everything from feathers to leather. (09/2010)
831 Decatur St
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YVONNE LAFLEUR
“A lady has to have confidence to wear a hat,” says milliner and shop owner Yvonne LaFleur. Luckily, self-assured shoppers can visit this unique boutique, which features customdesigned vintage hats, as well as an exquisite selection of lingerie, dresses and gowns. (09/2010)
8131 Hampson St
504-866-9666
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