Nantucket: Shopping by the Seashore
When one thinks of Nantucket, she thinks of sandy beaches and East Coast relaxation, however, I must say the beaches of Nantucket have nothing on the shops. Start saving now, and when next summer roles around, take your savings to the beach.
I went to Nantucket after buying myself several pairs of desperately needed jeans at Nordstrom. Now, I adore Nordstrom, but I began to regret the $700 I had dropped on my designer duds once I saw the array of jeans in Nantucket’s cozy shops. Johnston’s Cashmere had a great selection of David Kahn jeans; I picked up the Nicole jeans because I adored the twisted seam and the friend with whom I was shopping so happened to be named Nicole. I also found a pair of super dark denim Hudson jeans at Nalu.
On the subject of Nalu, all fashionistas must make their way to this trendy store while in Nantucket. I believe Nicole and I made it there three times in our three days. In addition to my Hudson jeans, we found a wide selection of tried and true brands such as True Religion, Miss Sixty, Velvet, and Juicy Couture. Nalu is my number one must-shop store in Nantucket.
However, there are several other trendy shops in between the tourist shops and the (dare I say it) old lady shops. Nantucket boasts a Ralph Lauren and a Vanessa Noel, and the high-end Gypsy caused us to drool over the high-priced but gorgeous Missoni swimwear.
And make sure to get yourself out of the main shopping area to visit Elisabeth English’s Current Vintage store. Here, I found a gorgeous embroidered handbag with perfect condition mother of pearl trim dating back to the 1930s, and Nicole found a lovely anchor necklace.
Another unique store we discovered was Expressions of Don Freedman. We originally entered the store in search of souvenirs, but found our way to a selection of gorgeous jewelry including camel bone bracelets we quickly snatched up.
If you are on your honeymoon, don’t miss Lady Bird Lingerie or The Chocolate Lingerie. Chocolate Lingerie has a smaller selection, but the lingerie and swimwear is to die for. Lady Bird Lingerie has a plethora of bras and underwear even in the most difficult to find sizes.
And if cosmetics are more your thing, there are two stores I feel comfortable recommending. Beauty By The Sea carries brands like Bliss that all beauty divas will recognize. They also carry some lovely stationary as well. And Crush Cosmetics has some familiar lines as well as some that are more difficult to find (such as my all-time favorite Hourglass).
No matter what your fashion interest, Nantucket has it all. Nicole and I kept trying to get ourselves to Nantucket's sandy beaches, but we couldn't tear ourselves away from the extensive shopping. In the four days we spent in Nantucket, we could barely stop shopping long enough to eat (once our blood sugar got low enough). Nantucket may be a retired couple's paradise for the historic building and beautiful views, but the shops have something to offer everyone. Be sure not to miss it!
I went to Nantucket after buying myself several pairs of desperately needed jeans at Nordstrom. Now, I adore Nordstrom, but I began to regret the $700 I had dropped on my designer duds once I saw the array of jeans in Nantucket’s cozy shops. Johnston’s Cashmere had a great selection of David Kahn jeans; I picked up the Nicole jeans because I adored the twisted seam and the friend with whom I was shopping so happened to be named Nicole. I also found a pair of super dark denim Hudson jeans at Nalu.
On the subject of Nalu, all fashionistas must make their way to this trendy store while in Nantucket. I believe Nicole and I made it there three times in our three days. In addition to my Hudson jeans, we found a wide selection of tried and true brands such as True Religion, Miss Sixty, Velvet, and Juicy Couture. Nalu is my number one must-shop store in Nantucket.
However, there are several other trendy shops in between the tourist shops and the (dare I say it) old lady shops. Nantucket boasts a Ralph Lauren and a Vanessa Noel, and the high-end Gypsy caused us to drool over the high-priced but gorgeous Missoni swimwear.
And make sure to get yourself out of the main shopping area to visit Elisabeth English’s Current Vintage store. Here, I found a gorgeous embroidered handbag with perfect condition mother of pearl trim dating back to the 1930s, and Nicole found a lovely anchor necklace.
Another unique store we discovered was Expressions of Don Freedman. We originally entered the store in search of souvenirs, but found our way to a selection of gorgeous jewelry including camel bone bracelets we quickly snatched up.
If you are on your honeymoon, don’t miss Lady Bird Lingerie or The Chocolate Lingerie. Chocolate Lingerie has a smaller selection, but the lingerie and swimwear is to die for. Lady Bird Lingerie has a plethora of bras and underwear even in the most difficult to find sizes.
And if cosmetics are more your thing, there are two stores I feel comfortable recommending. Beauty By The Sea carries brands like Bliss that all beauty divas will recognize. They also carry some lovely stationary as well. And Crush Cosmetics has some familiar lines as well as some that are more difficult to find (such as my all-time favorite Hourglass).
No matter what your fashion interest, Nantucket has it all. Nicole and I kept trying to get ourselves to Nantucket's sandy beaches, but we couldn't tear ourselves away from the extensive shopping. In the four days we spent in Nantucket, we could barely stop shopping long enough to eat (once our blood sugar got low enough). Nantucket may be a retired couple's paradise for the historic building and beautiful views, but the shops have something to offer everyone. Be sure not to miss it!
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