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San Diego 's diverse neighborhoods are packed
with a variety of shops that sell just about anything you can imagine. From trendy
boutiques in the Gaslamp quarter to luxury outposts in La Jolla to mega-malls
downtown, there's no limit to what you can buy in San Diego . With
specialty stores, bazaars and fine art galleries lining its streets, the Gaslamp
quarter is one of the city's best places to shop. Stay at the Ramada Inn &
Suites Gaslamp or the U.S. Grant Hotel if you're planning to do a lot of shopping,
as both hotels are located in the heart of the area's shopping district. The Gaslamp
quarter boasts a wealth of clothing stores for men and women, selling everything
from shorts and t-shirts to formal gowns and suits. Lucky Brand Dungarees is the
perfect place to pick up jeans and casual tops for touring around San Diego .
If you're looking for something distinctive, head to Urban Outfitters, an emporium
of urban-inspired clothing and accessories. The multi-level warehouse style store
is the place to go to get the ripped-up t-shirts, printed miniskirts, and torn
jeans popular among young celebrities and city dwellers alike. Check out Urban's
quirky collection of home furnishings, including velvet floor cushions and shower
curtains adorned with sea creatures. For elegant evening wear, check out Villa
Moda. The store is a favorite among women of all ages for stylish cocktail dresses
and contemporary jewelry. With its wide selection of dresses and its friendly
and helpful staff, Villa Moda is the perfect place to find an outfit for a night
out on the town. The galleries of the
Gaslamp quarter feature works of contemporary art and jewelry that everyone from
window shoppers to art collectors can appreciate. Golden Pacific Arts, near the
Hilton Gaslamp Quarter , features one-of-a-kind and limited edition paintings
and jewelry created by local artists. Many of the rings, bracelets, earrings and
pendants at Golden Pacific Arts are adorned with glittering precious gems. A ring
with stones of citrine and tourmaline set into fourteen karat yellow and white
gold is a standout. Golden Pacific Arts' paintings range from abstract compositions
to Impressionist-style scenes of San Diego life. Consider taking home one of the
gallery's sunny landscapes or beach scenes – the painting will remind you of your
vacation for years to come. In La Jolla
, luxury goods rule. Exclusive clothing boutiques, European-style perfumeries
and sophisticated jewelry stores line the sidewalks of the neighborhood. The shopping
district's location a stones throw away from the beach allows La Jolla shoppers
to bask in the sun and enjoy cool sea-breezes. One of La Jolla 's most exclusive
shops is Alexander Perfumes and Cosmetics, located steps away from the Sea Lodge
on La Jolla Shores . The store, reminiscent of a European apothecary, offers beauty
products that are hard to come by in the U.S. Browse through the French makeup
and skincare lines and try on some of the colognes and perfumes – Alexander boasts
the largest selection of fragrances in California. More-->> |
