A NOTE TO OUR READERS:
"50 Top Shops" is from the November 2006 issue of Southern Living. Because prices, dates, and other specifics are subject to change, please check all information to make sure it's still current before making your travel plans.
Southerners are pros when it comes to shopping. So we pounded the pavement in search of the best and uncovered some of the region's finest shops. Some spots you'll recognize, others you won't. Of course, we can't list them all, so we'll have left off some of your favorites.
For Splurges and Special Surprises
Neiman Marcus; Dallas, TX: Visit the first location of the department store icon where high fashion still reigns. 1618 Main Street; www.neimanmarcus.com.
Tiny Jewel Box; Washington, D.C.: This six-story gem stocks vintage and new jewels, from pearls and diamonds to gold and glass. 1147 Connecticut Avenue NW.; www.tinyjewelbox.com.
For the Casual Garden
duh for Garden & Home; Pensacola, FL: From pots that you can fit in the palm of your hand to gigantic planters as tall as an adult, the assortment of terra-cotta astonishes. 501 North Ninth Avenue; (850) 439-0640.
Garden Deva; Tulsa, OK: Find handmade metal furniture and yard art made on-site. 317 South Trenton Avenue; www.gardendeva.com.
Martha's Bloomers Home and Garden Store; Navasota, TX: All things garden from seeds and bulbs to pottery and tools fill this great store with a tearoom. 8101 State 6; www.marthasbloomers.com.
Eden. A Gift and Garden Store; Nashville, TN: Shop for plants, annuals, and herbs, as well as fabulous outdoor glass baubles and quirky bird feeders to give your garden some personality. 2800 Bransford Avenue; www.edengardenstore.com.
For Splurges and Special Surprises
Tiny Jewel Box; Washington, D.C.: This six-story gem stocks vintage and new jewels, from pearls and diamonds to gold and glass. 1147 Connecticut Avenue NW.; 
For the Casual Garden
Garden Deva; Tulsa, OK: Find handmade metal furniture and yard art made on-site. 317 South Trenton Avenue; 
Martha's Bloomers Home and Garden Store; Navasota, TX: All things garden from seeds and bulbs to pottery and tools fill this great store with a tearoom. 8101 State 6; 
Eden. A Gift and Garden Store; Nashville, TN: Shop for plants, annuals, and herbs, as well as fabulous outdoor glass baubles and quirky bird feeders to give your garden some personality. 2800 Bransford Avenue; 
