The Hip Zipper carries nothing but retro wear. From biker jackets to bell bottoms, you will find everything you need to make a fashion statement. This trendy store also sells dinner jackets, ball gowns and costume jewelry among other items; however, be prepared to do some sleuthing. You must look closely through the many stacks and racks of clothing to find the real treasures. The inventory changes quickly, so check back often.
Music aficionados, rejoice! Grimey's New & Preloved Music on the 8th Avenue South is a small yet extensive store for vinyl records and CDs. This music store mainly has a collection of underground indie music, though it does have select albums from other music genres. If you think that browsing through a large stack of CDs and records is cumbersome, then think again, as the collections are neatly shelved and categorized to ease your shopping experience. Watch out for the live music events and parties that take place at the shop, which are quite popular among the locals. Grimey's is a perfect place to shop for your favorite works of your favorite artists.
Hailed as one of the trendiest Nashville boutiques, H. Audrey is owned by the granddaughter of Hank Williams Jr., Holly Williams. Singer and songwriter in her own right, Holly has curated her chic shop to contain the likes of popular designers such as Rag & Bone, Rick Owens, Helmut Lang, Azrouel and many more. Gorgeous frocks sit beneath rare Beatles portraits, gilded floor length mirrors and lacquered shelves. Even celebrities like Gwyneth Paltrow, Faith Hill, Kelly Clarkson and Jessica Simpson have taken notice of this chic and trendy boutique.
If you are looking for all things retro, this is the antique shop for you. This fun and funky store features vintage furniture pieces from the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s, as well as all sorts of American classic kitsch bric-a-brac. Walking through the doors is like stepping back a few decades into the colorful tones of retro styles. In addition to furniture and classic collectibles, the store also offers a fabulous selection of vintage clothes, shoes and jewelry. This is the kind of shop that might make you say, "Oh, I had one of those!"
Gas Lamp Antiques and Decorating Mall is one of the largest antique malls in the Nashville area. Tucked behind the 100 Oaks Mall near Home Depot and Staples, Gas Lamp Antiques can be a bit tricky to find, but like many good antiques, the hunt is well worth the reward. Filled with stalls of vintage books, furniture, collectibles, memorabilia, souvenirs, music, jewelry, silver, china, vintage clothing and a variety of bric-a-brac, antique collectors of all sorts are sure to find something of value at Gas Lamp Antiques. For more shopping opportunities at Gas Lamp, check out their website for specific high-end antiques organized by category.
Operating in a former gas station, Imogene & Willie specializes in custom-fitted denim products. The friendly and knowledgeable staff will help you pick the best jeans cut for your body type and tailor it to give you the ideal fit. They offer a variety of pants cuts to suit every taste. In addition to their denim selection, Imogene & Willie also offers boots.
This upscale unisex denim boutique has a whole lot to offer to its fashion conscious regulars. They have a plethora of classic and contemporary brands to choose from, like Ya Ya, Catherine, Malandrino, Blue Cult and Foley. The store also stocks an array of trendy tops, jackets and sweaters to go with the all time favorite denim wear. Casual, comfortable style is the hallmark of the apparel purchased here and all this with a promise of exceptional quality and good customer service.
Power Tennis is one of the few stores in Nashville completely devoted to selling quality, affordable tennis gear. The shop offers a wide selection of equipment and apparel as well as services for racket stringing. Men and women's tennis apparel and shoes are available, including brands such as K-Swiss, Lejay, Nike, Wilson and Prince. Power Tennis also offers accessories including grips, strings, and racket bags. Service is friendly, fast and very knowledgeable about the tennis scene in Nashville and the surrounding areas. Products and services are also available through the store's website. - Lynn-nore Chittom
Corzine & Co. has been providing customers in Nashville with an amazing selection of home decorating items new and antique since 1971. This established Green Hills treasure offers casual china, fine china, flatware, stemware and serving sets as well as antique silver and porcelain table pieces. Focused entirely around making the dining experience at home elegant and fashionable, Corzine & Co. emphasizes quality in their new and antique merchandise. In addition to their fine dining pieces, Corzine & Co. also offers a limited selection of high-quality rare estate jewelry. Corzine & Co. is a great place to go for elegant and unique wedding gifts or the perfect accent to your own dining table. -Lynn-nore Chittom
Located along Jefferson Street, Alkebu-Lan Images has been Nashville's best source of African-American gifts and books. You can find books by today's top authors and most other titles can be specially ordered. Besides a wide range of books, the store also has a chunk of jewelry, gifts, apparel and more. The store has original artwork and signed lithographs depicting positive messages for today's urban community. Empowerment is the major theme in everything sold here, from books to art to gifts. In December, the shop has a great selection of Kwanzaa cards and decorations. So stop by and you will be tempted to buy hoards of goodies!
Whether you're looking for the perfect gift or building your own collection of fine jewelry, this family-owned store has items and prices you'll love. For 25 years, owner Carolyn Lindell has kept customers happy by offering top-quality merchandise and excellent customer service. Select a diamond solitaire ring for your fiancee, choose a pair of earrings to match your favorite dress or purchase a watch as a birthday gift.