Rare Earth Gallery
6401 E. Cave Creek Rd., Cave Creek, 480-575-4360, rareearthgallerycc.com
Rare Earth Gallery showcases Mother Nature’s treasure chest. Customers are regularly floored by the sheer volume of gems, geodes, jewelry, precious metals, glass art, fossils and petrified wood at rock hound Wayne Helfand’s shop.
The Aesthetic
7001 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, 480-900-7637, theaesthetic.com
Prepare to be inspired at this Scottsdale emporium of all things aesthetically pleasing, from home décor and kitchen goodies to fashion accessories and chic office supplies. It’s the perfect place to find something unique for a housewarming gift.
Buckhorn Vintage
138 W. Main St., Mesa, 602-865-9702, facebook.com/-buckhornvintage
Cristin Clark curates items from sources all over Arizona and brings back her favorite pieces to her Mesa storefront. Clark specializes in ’60s and ’70s finds for a funky mix of bohemian, retro and mid-century modern.
Copenhagen
Multiple locations, copenhagenliving.com
Many people are surprised to learn that this internationally renowned brand is based in Phoenix. The furniture, lighting and art emporium is dedicated to contemporary design with European flair – the legacy of Danes Erik Vinther Hansen and Tony Christensen, who founded Copenhagen in 1970. It remains a destination for shoppers who prefer a Scandinavian aesthetic for their sofas, dressers, dining tables and desks, all available at multiple price points.
Dig It Gardens
3015 N. 16th St., Phoenix, 602-812-7476, digphx.com
With veggie starters, big and small cacti, bushes, trees and all kinds of ideas for what to do with your green bounty, Dig It Gardens is an oasis in the center of the city.
Feathers Fine Custom Furnishings
15330 N. Hayden Rd.,Scottsdale, 480-905-1396, feathersdesign.com
Scottsdale design district mainstay Feathers has built a devoted following thanks to its contemporary, traditional, transitional and Southwest furniture, which it stocks and designs for custom projects. It’s a family business – run by husband and wife Dan and Claudia Levinson and Dan’s brother, Dennis.
For the People
5102 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, 602-954-4009, forthepeoplestore.com
This Uptown furniture/décor/stationery triple threat is quite possibly the only spot in town where keen-eyed aesthetes might find Italian-designed dinosaur-shaped desk lamps alongside locally crafted pop art prints and Bauhaus-inspired jewelry. That’s all by design for shop owners Shawn Silberblatt and Chad Campbell.
Frank Lloyd Wright Store at Taliesin West
12621 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd., Scottsdale, 480-627-5398, franklloydwright.org/shop
Don’t call it a gift shop. Taliesin West’s on-site store is closer to a high-end home design boutique or an art gallery than a purveyor of schlocky tchotchkes. Where else can you find a lounge chair incorporating Wright’s iconic geometry, a hand-knotted rug depicting a desert landscape and ceramic planters inspired by the seasons?
Hawk Salvage
1109 N.W. Grand Ave.,Phoenix, 602-790-8365, hawksalvage.com
We’ve been waiting for a shop like this one owned by Phoenix firefighter Greg Hawk for years – a place where we can find vintage medical equipment, antique curio cabinets and all kinds of other things we never knew we needed, like chalk figures and old maps. Hours vary and so does the selection, which means frequent trips are advised.
The Linen Tree
6137 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, 480-483-2044, thelinentree.com
Kirk Laibe’s Scottsdale boutique is a luxury oasis specializing in – you guessed it – linens. From gorgeous handkerchiefs and table dressings to sateen sheets and luxe mattresses (Vispring and Royal-Pedic), the tactile pleasures are bountiful. Don’t miss the Abyss & Habidecor robes and SDH loungewear, which make your home bedroom and bathroom feel like a resort spa. Great selection of soaps, bathroom accessories and sundry gifts, as well.
MADE art boutique
922 N. Fifth St., Phoenix, 602-256-6233, madephx.com
One of Roosevelt Row’s most iconic and oldest shops (established 2005) showcases an ever-changing lineup of entirely locally made goods. Stock up on ceramics, candles, cutting boards and coasters. MADE also maintains an impressive inventory of art for every budget, from $6 copper-enamel flowers to watercolor paintings and embroidery art (by owner Cindy Dach!) selling for hundreds of dollars.
Modern Manor
4130 N. Seventh Ave., Phoenix, 602-266-3376, modernmanorphx.com
Modern Manor has become the hot spot for mid-century modern furnishings, stocking everything from rosewood and teak credenzas to leather lounge chairs by Danish designer Baumritter. A smattering of local art brings the “modern” part into focus. Professional home staging, interior design, commercial design and studios are also available. On-site restaurant/coffee shop Valentine adds to the allure.
Pagoda Lane
6310 N. Scottsdale Rd., Paradise Valley, 213-328-4999, pagodalane.com
Seek out this shop within the Scottsdale Marketplace shopping complex for one-of-a-kind gifts and custom monogramming. From cashmere cardigans to cocktail napkin holders, there’s a delight for everyone on your list.
Practical Art
5070 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, 602-264-1414, practical-art.com
Photographer Lisa Olson has created a shopping and gallery space with a 100 percent local-made inventory, including curios such as Asa Maestas’ hand-carved ceramic vases. Stock your kitchen with handmade items like Primitive Glass’ hand-blown glass oil bottles and Lynn Town’s stamped tea towels, or adorn your body with handcrafted wooden jewelry like saguaro earrings and Arizona silhouette necklaces.
Pueblo
1025 N.W. Grand Ave., Phoenix, 602-695-0834, pueblo.life
Plant parents flock to Pueblo for an impressive selection of indoor and outdoor plants, air plants, plant accessories and insightful growing advice from the friendly and helpful staff, who believe anyone can cultivate a green thumb.
Royse Contemporary
7077 E. Main St., Scottsdale, 602-810-3449, roysecontemporary.com
Nicole Royse channeled her experiences as an artist and as a gallery manager into her own showcase for local artists in Old Town Scottsdale. Her passion for Arizona artists is palpable – and beautiful, as you’ll see on her gallery walls.
Steiner’s Amish Furniture
10722 N.W. Grand Ave., Sun City, 623-974-1745, safaz.net
Handmade by Amish craftspeople, the pieces here are built to last, and priced to match. They’re worth it if you can afford them; if not, the place is still worth visiting for its selection of Back East goodies.
Tierra Del Lagarto
15330 N. Hayden Rd., Scottsdale, 480-609-1289, tierradellagarto.com
For the past 20 years, the Van Lith family has made an annual pilgrimage to Morocco to source products directly from craftspeople and artisans for their Scottsdale home furnishings and décor shop. They travel to India, Indonesia, Turkey, Mexico and Guatemala, too, bringing back troves of responsibly sourced treasures.
urbAna
5027 N. 44th St., Phoenix, 602-957-5066, urbanashop.com
This snug Arcadia home shop has a millennial-chic aesthetic. You will find floral tea sets, lacquered trays and brassy chandeliers festooned with glass globes. UrbAna stocks furniture, fixtures and high-end goods for every room in the house.
The Vintage Arizona
10637 N. Cave Creek Rd., Phoenix, 602-323-4917, facebook.com/thevintagearizona
How many thrift stores give you a side of history with your purchase? You don’t even need to set foot in The Vintage Arizona to know it’s special. Check it out @thevintagearizona on Instagram for background on everything from Pyrex to AZ-centric treasures – then head to the shop.
