Shopping in Raleigh
Raleigh Shopping Guide
From thrift stores and flea markets to high-end shopping malls, there are Raleigh shops to appeal to any consumer. Whether seeking a specific item or simply browsing the day away, the vendors and stores in Raleigh aim to please. North Hills Mall resembles a city within the city: extensive renovations of the old mall and added mixed-use development have resulted in businesses, housing, and stores in a single location. It also provides shoppers with numerous and varied retail options in one Raleigh mall. Crabtree Valley Mall on Glenwood will quench any thirst for shopping. It’s one of the largest malls in the Southeastern U.S. yet has an open-air feel, providing cafes and outside spaces for shoppers to unwind.
Triangle Town Mall is a comparatively new Raleigh shopping area, featuring upscale stores that include one of the few Saks in the region. Cameron Village is a charming outdoor shopping complex, where cafes and courtyards lend a quaint vibe to the tony stores found here. For bargain hunters, there are outlet malls less than an hour from Raleigh, including the upscale Tanger Outlets, with Coach, Michael Kors, Guess, Ralph Lauren, and J. Crew stores. Carolina Premium Outlets is even closer, and they offer bargains at Banana Republic, Eddie Bauer, and the Gap.
Flea markets are a popular choice for hard-core shoppers, and the best may be at the state fairgrounds on Blue Ridge Road every weekend in the summer season. The list of vendors and range of merchandise are impressive, offering everything from antiques to produce and artwork to clothing. Thrift stores in Raleigh include seven Goodwill outlets with a pay-what-it-weighs deal. The stores in Raleigh promise a little something for everyone, and bargains await those willing to hunt for them. Whether it’s a day at the mall or hunting for treasure at a thrift store, Raleigh shopping is unrivaled.
Shopping Deals
Bunbury Custom Clothiers
- Glenwood South
Bespoke tailor carefully custom measures & crafts 100% English wool suits & Egyptian-cotton shirts in tradition of London's Savile Row
Rick Hall Eyewear
- University
Ocular experts match prescription lenses with designer frames from brands such as Guess, then customize the fit to each client
Scout and Molly's
- Cameron Village Raleigh
Summer dresses, flowing tanks, and ankle-skimming denim from brands such as Halston Heritage, Joe's, and Alice & Trixie
Bijuju
- University
North Hills boutique offers jewelry and accessories such as earrings, scarves, belts, satchels, and clutch bags
919 Motoring
- Northeast Raleigh
One-button remotes warm up engines and secure vehicles until drivers are ready to roll
TLG Home Furnishings
- Cary
Dining-room, bedroom, and living-room sets, with each category of items set at a single price to simplify the shopping experience
Oasis Eye Care
- Cleveland
Custom lenses nestle into Gucci, Tag Heuer & Banana Republic frames, with one-year warranties available & lifetime cleanses & alignments
Executive's Cutting Edge
- North Raleigh
Private consultations in-store or on-site at homes & offices fit patrons to off-rack & custom made suits, tuxedos & measured shirts
Wicker Gallery
- Northwest Raleigh
Wicker weaves create striking contemporary & traditional chaise lounges, beds, dressers & couches to lend tropical style to homes
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Before stepping onto the ice or the baseball diamond, members of the Carolina Hurricanes and the Durham Bulls pay a visit to Drs. Michael Peters and Jason Price of Eye Care Associates, who have provided top-notch eyeglasses, contact lenses, and eye exams for nearly 35 years. The vision specialists help rid blurriness from pucks, balls, and signs held by adoring fans. When they’re not gazing into the eyes of athletes, they and their fellow doctors at a network of clinics stay busy correcting the vision of seniors, children, and adults. The company topped Indy Week's 2012 Readers’ Choice poll for best optometrists in the area and received a Standing Ovation award as the best eyecare center in the Triangle in 2012 from readers of Metro Magazine.
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