Shopping

Outdoor Retail Therapy

What better way to enjoy Atlanta’s long and sunny spring days than with some outdoor shopping? From luxury fashion, footwear and home decor in Buckhead to discounted name brand clothing and athletic wear in Woodstock, the city offers a mix of shopping options for every taste, budget and occasion. Stock up on the latest items for spring at these outdoor shopping districts. BY LAURA SCHOLZ

ATLANTIC STATION

Located on the site of the old Atlantic Steel Mill, Atlantic Station was one of the city’s first outdoor retail shopping centers and boasts over 30 retail stores—including the city’s only IKEA. Sports fans can purchase team gear at the Atlanta Falcons Official Team Store, while local women’s boutiques like Francesca’s and fab’rik offer the latest in spring clothing and accessories. Shop for women’s athleisure at Athleta, athletic apparel at The Athlete’s Foot and discounted Anne Klein pumps and Betsey Johnson sandals at Designer Shoe Warehouse. National retailers such as Ann Taylor LOFT, Dillard’s, Gap, H&M, Old Navy and Target also have stores here, and the site hosts local events like the Atlanta Brunch Festival (March 7) and Hop at the Station with an Easter egg hunt and other family-friendly activities (April 11). www.atlanticstation.com

PONCE CITY MARKET

Find all your favorite mall stores like Anthropologie, the Frye Company, J. Crew, Madewell, West Elm and Williams Sonoma at this renovated historic Sears, Roebuck & Co. building, located just off Atlanta’s popular Eastside BeltLine trail in Poncey-Highlands. For local goods, try vintage and handmade shop COCO + MISCHA or Citizen Supply, which offers curated, small batch products ranging from men and women’s apparel to jewelry, accessories, home goods and art— and even an on-site cocktail bar! Stock up on swimwear at Chubbies, men’s and women’s jeans at Ponce City Denim Company, and freshen up your spring look with cosmetics, skin care, and other products from national brands like Glossier, MAC and Sephora. In addition to the popular Central Food Hall, don’t miss the Ponce City Farmers Market on Tuesdays from 4 to 8 p.m. starting in April, which features produce from local farmers, pop-up chef demonstrations and more. www.poncecitymarket.com

THE SHOPS BUCKHEAD ATLANTA

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fashions at Alice + Olivia, BONOBOS, Billy Reid, Dior, Intermix, Jimmy Choo and Theory, or spruce up your interior with candles, rugs, textiles and other home goods from Diptyque, Lignet Roset and Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery. For glassware, ceramics, Italian-inspired olive oils, spreads, and flatbreads for your next picnic, visit locally owned artisan food shop Bella Cucina. If you’re hungry, restaurants ranging from high-end to casual line the area, with rooftop spots Le Colonial and Gypsy Kitchen offering al fresco dining. www.theshopsbuckheadatlanta.com Continued from page 33

WESTSIDE PROVISIONS DISTRICT This former industrial neighborhood is now a thriving arts, dining and shopping area, anchored by Westside Provisions District at the corner of Howell Mill and 14th Streets. Located in a former meat packing plant, the complex now houses outposts of national retailers like Anthropologie, Design within Reach, Free People, lululemon, Room and Board and Serena & Lily. Also visit local and regional favorites like Southern atelier Billy Reid, husband and wife clothiers Ann and Sid Mashburn, colorful North Carolina based ceramicists East Fork pottery and Perrine’s Wine Shop - European-inspired and offering the perfect bottle for any occasion. Other district highlights include Brick + Mortar for vintage and locally made furniture, jewelry and clothing as well as wellness maison L’Artisan Muse for bespoke fragrances and luxury loungewear. A bevy of chef-driven restaurants make this area home, including Aziza, Redbird and Forza Storico. www.westsideprovisions.com

OUTLET SHOPPES AT ATLANTA Searching for a bargain? Head to this outdoor mall in Woodstock for deals on popular designers like Coach, Kate Spade, J. Crew and Michael Kors. Get the little ones outfitted for warm weather at The Children’s Place, Carters and OshKosh B’Gosh, while teens will want to check out American Eagle, Guess and Lucky Brand. Stock up on discounted athletic apparel and shoes from Asics, Under Armor, Nike and Adidas, which recently doubled the size of its store. The Outlet Shoppes also has a Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth, a Gap Factory Store, outdoor yoga and Paint & Sip classes. www.theoutletshoppesatatlanta.com

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LENOX SQUARE AND PHIPPS PLAZA

Sister Buckhead shopping malls Lenox and Phipps offer the convenience of all your favorite department stores like Bloomingdale’s, Macy’s, Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom and Saks Fifth Avenue plus luxury brands like Burberry, Prada and Louis Vuitton—all in two compact city blocks. Other highlights include Apple, Forever 21, Lilly Pulitzer and Jeffrey, a locally owned boutique that carries a curated collection of top-end designers like Chanel, Gucci and Tom Ford. Take a break from retail therapy and catch a show at the AMC Theatre at Phipps, a drink and elevated pub fare at the Tavern at Phipps, or savory and sugary treats from Sweet Hut Bakery at Lenox. www.simon.com

These locally made treats are found first in Atlanta, and are worth the suitcase space to take them home.

DOUX SOUTH: This line of slyly spiced, pickled vegetables are made by Atlanta Chef Nick Melvin and include out-of-thisworld flavors such as Angry Cukes, Mean Green Tomatoes, Chow Chow and Little Rock Caviar, a piquant mixture of pickled black-eyed peas, red and green peppers and hot sauce. These little jars packing a giant punch include two pepper relishes, three varieties of mustard and seven kinds of pickles. Find them at Whole Foods, The Fresh Market and Publix, or online at www.douxsouth.com.

ATLANTA SPIRIT WHISKEY: Whipping up a variety of spirits near the Atlanta BeltLine, Atlanta Spirit Whiskey will also take you on a tour of the distillery. Among its products are Georgia’s first-ever Double Gold Whiskey, bourbon, rye, single malts, brandy and pot still whiskey. This Atlanta distillery concentrates on making Spirit Whiskey, a clean whiskey that is a perfect substitute for vodka or bourbon. You’ll want to carry home as much as you can. www.aswdistillery.com

XOCOLATL SMALL BATCH CHOCOLATE: Krog Street Market is not only known for curated food stalls, but also the Xocolatl micro-factory. Beans are harvested and sundried on small farms throughout the Americas and East Africa, and chocolate bars include Kissed Mermaids with coconut milk and sea salt, and Soul Rebel, with Jamaican Jerk spices and coconut milk. The single-origin dark chocolate has only two ingredients: cacao and organic cane sugar. www.xocolatlchocolate.com

Xocolatl Small Batch Chocolate

Birds are chirping. Flowers are blooming. And restaurant patios are finally opening back up again. Spring is here. Which means Atlantic Station is the perfect place to shop, dine and explore all the events we have to offer. So come to Atlantic Station and experience world-class everything—all in one place. IN YOUR SHOP A little Spring