Retail Therapy

gifts & goods

There are hundreds of retailers in the Southwest, each offering unique selections for locals and tourists alike. If a gallery or store piqued your interest, step inside to discover more treasures. From apparel and accessories to jewelry and antique furniture, there is so much to see in retail stores around the region. Best of all, many small, independent stores offer handcrafted items by local artisans you can’t find anywhere else.

QUALITY CLOTHING

Small boutiques typically have the best selection of trendy apparel and fashionable accessories. In Durango, some of the best places to browse for clothing include Sparrow Mercantile, Animas Trading Company, Durango T-Shirt Company and Crow’s Closet.

North of Durango, Skyflower Boutique in Silverton and Cashmere RED in Telluride are great places to stop for a short shopping spree. For those shopping in Cortez, Love on a Hanger is a can’t miss boutique for unique apparel.

BEST BROWSING

Durango is filled with interesting hobby shops, like Beads & Beyond, Maria’s Bookshop and Toast Records and Tapes. The city is also home to shops that sell work from local artists like Studio & Gallery, Sticks & Stones Handmade and Blues, Mountain and Soul that offer a fun browsing experience.

Those that just enjoy window shopping will be overwhelmed by The Old Arcade in Silverton, because the historic building is filled from floor to ceiling with gifts, souvenirs and trinkets.

At Waci-ci Trading Company in Ignacio, customers can browse a variety of Native American artwork, from beadwork and jewelry to pottery and paintings.

GAMES & TOYS

Guild House Games is a game store specializing in board games, collectible card games, puzzles and much more, located inside the Main Mall at 835 Main Ave.

New to town, Twilight Toys at 600 Main Ave. Unit 105 is a small storefront that offers a big selection of games and toys for children, as well as activity kits and educational tools.

O’Toys in Ouray is an independent toy shop that specializes in stocking a unique inventory of modern toys, games and collectibles from popular brands, like Lego and Melissa & Doug.

HOME GOODS

Shop for housewares in Durango to add a unique Southwestern flair to your home. Some of the most popular places to browse for decor, furniture and more are Artesanos, Tippy Canoe, Durango Rug Company, Urban Market and Dietz Market.

In Cortez, the best places to find goods for the home include Cortez Quilt Company, Home & Range and Town & Country Home Furnishings.

Shoppers will also be delighted by the selection of artwork and other goods available at Blue Pear in Ouray and Hook in Telluride.

THRIFTY FINDS

In Durango, visit Relove Consign & Design for antiques and home decor. At Rose Duds, visitors can find gently-used clothing for an amazing price. For new, but affordable vacation memorabilia, go to Half Price Tees. And those in need of some outdoor gear on a budget can check out the selection of equipment at Durango Outdoor Exchange. At Caswell Trading Company in Bayfield, guests can get a great deal on antiques and vintage collectibles.

WESTERN WEAR

When in Rome, they say, do as the Romans do. Stop by the local Western stores for apparel and accessories, such as cowboy hats, belt buckles and holsters. To find your own Western garb, visit Kelly’s Cowboy Company or Overland in Durango.

North of Durango in Silverton, guests can stop by Eagle’s Nest Leathers or Rockin’ P Ranch in Ouray also for a selection of rodeo ready apparel and accessories.

Wild West Living in Cortez and Black Bear Trading Company in Telluride also keeps Western wear for all ages in stock.

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