Shopping

BY ATLANTA NOW EDITORIAL TEAM

Formerly The Shops Buckhead Atlanta, this upscale shopping experience may have changed its name but guests will find the same European charm. Designer stores like Alice & Olivia offer in-store private appointments, delivery and curbside pickup, while other stores such as Bonobos, Billy Reid and Akris are open for visitors. If you choose to shop in person, expect contactless payment and health guards at checkout. Restaurants are plentiful when you either need to take a breather or pick up lunch. www.buckheadvillagedistrict.com Buckhead Village

SHOP THE NEIGHBORHOODS

Atlanta’s many neighborhoods have their own unique shopping districts. Most areas are outdoors and ready to welcome visitors for some retail therapy. Here’s where you can shop around town. BUCKHEAD BUCKHEAD VILLAGE DISTRICT

District LENOX SQUARE AND PHIPPS PLAZA

Lenox Square and Phipps Plaza are two more of Buckhead’s high-end shopping areas, located on the corner of Peachtree and Lenox Roads. Both shopping malls have reduced occupancy and reconfigured seating, with some stores and restaurants offering curbside pickup and delivery. Apple, 7 For All Mankind, Zara, Neiman Marcus and luxury retailers Prada, Cartier, FENDI and Louis Vuitton are all located at Lenox while Phipps boasts Tiffany & Co., Saks Fifth Avenue, Nordstrom and Gucci. Check the website before you go as some stores are available by appointment only. www.simon.com

MIDTOWN ATLANTIC STATION

Mostly outdoors, Atlantic Station has more than 30 retailers including H&M, IKEA, EXPRESS, Francesca’s and Dillard’s, as well as local boutique fab’rik. Swing by for lunch or pick up takeout from one of the many restaurants to enjoy on the green. With limited capacity in elevators, one-way signage and foot door pulls on the restrooms, the place has been redesigned with visitor safety in mind, down to the one-time-use protective products at the concierge desk. All metered spaces are complimentary for the first 15 minutes for curbside pick-up orders only. Please visit the website before venturing out for the latest store openings and hours. www.atlanticstation.com

PONCE CITY MARKET

This renovated warehouse community has plenty of outdoor shopping located on the North Avenue side of the complex in the Courtyard. Posman Books, Sephora, Anthropologie, Lily Rain, lululemon and many more line the outdoor area with social distancing features in place. Grab a bite to eat at the Central Food Hall, and the Eastside BeltLine is adjacent to Ponce City Market for a stroll. Travel up to The Roof at Ponce City Market, which offers 360-degree views of the skyline, Skyline Park and the restaurant 9 Mile Station. www.poncecitymarket.com Continued on page 24

TDining. Shopping. Life. he Place to dine

Dine in. Take out. Either way, Atlantic Station is your ultimate food destination. Maybe you’re cozying up to the sushi bar at SriThai. Or sharing a home movie night pie from California Pizza Kitchen. Or digging into any of our other enticing food options. Whether it’s a night in or out, it’s a night for eating well.

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Westside Provisions District

WESTSIDE WESTSIDE PROVISIONS DISTRICT

This open-air, mixed-use destination offers many options for customers including appointments, curbside pickup and local delivery. Discover local stores mixed with larger boutiques for gifts, home furnishings and designer clothes. Bungalow Classic, Sid Mashburn, brick + mortar, Anthropologie and many more boutiques are open for shoppers, and several other stores like Ann Mashburn and Serena & Lily welcome visitors by appointment only. Plenty of restaurants surround the area for takeout or in-person dining.

Please visit the website for individual retailer hours and practices. www.westsideprovisions.com

Scott Antique Market

SOUTH OF THE CITY SCOTT ANTIQUE MARKET

Antiques, artifacts and much more are found at Scott Antique Market, also called “America’s Favorite Treasure Hunt.” Held the second weekend of the month at the Atlanta Expo Center, the market hosts more than 3,500 exhibitor booths with vendors from around the world. You’ll find gorgeous antique furniture, rugs, lighting, vintage jewelry and more. The market practices physical distancing and masks or face coverings are required unless medically exempt. Don’t miss the next shows: Oct. 8-11; Nov. 12-15; and Dec. 10-13. www.scottantiquemarket.com

WOODSTOCK OUTLET SHOPPES AT ATLANTA

The Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta in Woodstock offers an outdoor shopping experience to the metro area and includes stores such as Kate Spade, Banana Republic, Steve Madden, Columbia Sportswear, Le Creuset, Vineyard Vines and Michael Kors. The Outlet Shoppes are also the closest outlet shops to the convention district. www.theoutletshoppesatatlanta.com