MADAME AUCOIN PERFUME “The oldest perfumer in the South” lives on thanks to her great grand-nephew, who recently reopened shop in her former residence. Artisanal fragrance lines are featured. 608 Bienville St., 504.259.5975. Map 3, F4; www.madame aucoinperfume.com THE MASK GALLERY Austrian crystals, hand-tooled leather and fanciful feathers are the signature touches of maskmaker Massoud Dalili’s colorful Carnival creations. 841 Royal St., 504.523.6664. Map 3, F4; www.neworleans mask.com
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MIETTE Out-of-the-ordinary gifts and souvenirs are showcased at this colorful and crowded boutique. A mix of locally made jewelery, crafts, clothing and home accents is offered. 2038 Magazine St., 504 .522.2883. Map 1, D4; www. iheartmiette.com NOLA BOARDS Add a dash of Crescent City flavor to your home kitchen with this shop’s handcrafted cutting boards. 519 Wilkinson St., Suite 105, 504.435.1485. Map 3, G4; www.nolaboards.com NOLA KIDS This children’s boutique offers select apparel for both girls and boys, from infant to youth, along with toys, books and great gift items. 526 Royal St., 504.533.9853. Map 3, G4; 333 Chartres St., 504.566.1340. Map 3, F4; www.shopnola kids.com RICCA ARCHITECTURAL SALES This Mid-City warehouse is packed with retro Southern splendor rescued from demolished buildings. Hard-to-find antique hardware, ornate mantles, stained-glass windows and an endless selection of doors merely hint at the offerings. 511 N. Solomon St., 504.488.5524. Map 1, D2; www.riccas architecturalsales.com ROUX ROYALE This shop caters to foodies with select serving ware and kitchen-related accessories,
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many featuring a Crescent City flavor. Cookbooks by local chefs and prepackaged food items are also offered. 600 Royal St., 504.565.5272. Map 3, G4; www.shoprouxroyale.com
Health & Beauty/Spas AIDAN GILL FOR MEN A fab spot, filled with antique barbershop memorabilia, upscale accessories and topof-the-line grooming products for men. The shop specializes in hot-towel shaves. 2026 Magazine St., 504.587.9090. Map 1, D4; www.aidangillfor men.com BELLADONNA DAY SPA Attempting to cover the entire six-mile stretch of Magazine Street can run even the most ardent shopper ragged. Thankfully, Belladonna sits at the halfway point, providing rejuvenation before heading back out on the hunt. 2900 Magazine St., 504.891.4393. Map 1, D4; www.belladonna dayspa.com FIFI MAHONY’S In search of the perfect pink wig? Longing for drop-dead ruby red lipstick? It’s all available at Fifi’s, a wonderfully outrageous salon in the heart of the French Quarter. 934 Royal St., 504.525.4343. Map 3, H4; www.fifimahonys.com HOVÉ Hové is a European-style parfumeur that has been in business for 80-plus years. Among the perfumes, colognes and soaps are one-of-a-kind New Orleans-inspired scents. 434 Chartres St., 504.525.7827. Map 3, F5; www.hoveparfumeur.com SEPHORA The local branch of the nation’s leading cosmetics and perfume retailer offers more than 13,000 products from 200-plus brands, all of which can be tested on-site. 414 N. Peters St., 504.561.9889. Map 3, F5; Lakeside Shopping Center, 3301 Veterans Blvd., Metairie, 504.830.4567. Map 1, C2; www. sephora.com
THE SPA AT THE RITZCARLTON This luxurious, award-winning spa features 22 treatment rooms, two couples suites, a separate esthetician wing, sauna and steam rooms and a health-conscious café. 921 Canal St., 504.670.2929. Map 3, E3; www.ritzcarlton.com WALDORF ASTORIA SPA This luxe spa offers 10 private treatment rooms and a full menu of body treatments and services, including indulgent therapies that incorporate French clay, roses and water lilies. Located on the first floor of the Roosevelt Hotel. 130 Roosevelt Way, 504.648.1200. Map 3, E3; www.roosevelt neworleans.com TAO SPA Have a half hour to spare? Step into these centrally located relaxation stations, which specialize in reflexology treatments, and walk out a brand new you. 837 Canal St., 210.843.8276. Map 3, E3; 212 Chartres St. Map 3, E4; Riverwalk Marketplace, 500 Port of New Orleans Pl., Level A. Map 3, D7
Jewelry ART & EYES The eyes have it at this hip eyewear boutique, which specializes in hand-picked frames to fit just about any face or budget. Wearable art by designer Starr Hagenbring and jewelry is also featured. 3708 Magazine St., 504.891.4494. Map 1, D4; www. artandeyesneworleansla.com
Orleans street. 809 Royal St., 504.407.2925. Map 3, H4; 1818 Magazine St., 504.342.2462. Map 1, D4; www.krewe.com LA PETIT FLEUR Specializing in estate and contemporary jewelry, La Petit Fleur is well known for its own line of pendants based on the fleur de lis. The shop also offers Crescent City-themed charms.. 534 Royal St., 504.522.1305. Map 3, G4; www.lapetit fleur.com MIGNON FAGET Designer Faget has created jewelry for more than four decades. New Orleans icons and images figure prominently in her work. The Shops at Canal Place, 333 Canal St., 504.524.2973. Map 3, E5; 3801 Magazine St., 504.891.7545. Map 1, D4; www.mignonfaget.com PORTER LYONS Jewelry designer Ashley Lyons is a hit in Hollywood, but it’s her New Orleans roots that inspire her creations. 631 Toulouse St., 504.518.4945. Map 3, G5; www.porterlyons.com WELLINGTON & COMPANY This shop is largely devoted to antique and estate jewelry, with an emphasis on Victorian, Edwardian and art deco designs. New designer lines are also featured. 505 Royal St., 504.525.4855. Map 3, F4; www.wcjewelry.com.
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FLEUR D’ORLEANS French Quarter cast iron, St. Louis Cathedral’s cross and ornamental Uptown cornices are among the architectural elements incorporated in the jewelry at this shop. 818 Chartres St., 504.475.5254. Map 3, G4; 3701A Magazine St., 504.899.5585. Map 1, D4; www.fleurdorleans.com
LAKESIDE SHOPPING CENTER A favorite shopping stop of New Orleanians for more than 30 years, Lakeside is conveniently located near the city and the airport. The mall houses more than 120 stores, including Apple, Coach, Macy’s, Michael Kors, Microsoft and Sephora. 3301 Veterans Blvd., Metairie, 504.835.8000. Map 1, C2; www.lakesideshopping.com
KREWE Eyewear-maker Stirling Barrett has garnered a national following with his locally designed line of glasses. Each of his iconic styles is named for a New
THE OUTLET COLLECTION AT RIVERWALK Located along the Mississippi River at the foot of Poydras Street, the nation’s first urban outlet center offers more than
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