This ramshackle art gallery has an impressive collection of historic photography and prints from the region.

Aerin Lauder’s Palm Beach boutique is full of the entrepreneur’s curated selection of home goods, clothing and accessories. Everything here is—always—effortlessly chic, colorful and gorgeous.

Harking back to days where gents sported full beards and shaving was considered an art, the front of this trendy shop is dedicated to products hand-selected by master-barber Gill from around the globe, while the back is straight out of a movie–clients can get a no-frills cut or shave and throw back a pint of Guinness right after.

The nephew of legendary photographer Peter Beard, Alex Beard is a painter who has made a name for himself by creating wonderful, whimsical paintings of wildlife and nature. In his gallery on Royal Street, you can find original works, limited edition prints as well as his exuberant children’s books and puzzles.

For a slice of French fashion, head to this boutique on Worth Avenue that has a distinctly Riviera aesthetic. There are Capri pants that evoke a young Brigitte Bardot and sleek cotton shorts and tops that would like just right on the streets of St.-Tropez. The owner imports lots of the latest lines from France and has a loyal following

NOLA fashionistas flock to this Uptown store founded by former stylist Angelique Palumbo. With a discerning eye and excellent taste, the warm and friendly staff personally outfits customers in avant-garde designers, including by Malene Birger, Plein Sud and Halston Heritage.

This treasured gallery shows classically trained painters focused on “slow art”—the school of artists who take their time creating their works. Ann Long is a well-respected gallerist and Charleston tastemaker who founded her gallery in 1997.

This delightful antiques and interiors store mixes vintage pieces with new designs to stylish effect. Owner Phillip Hunter has a well-trained eye for good design and an appreciation for the Savannah pace of life that is evidenced in how comfortable he makes his visitors feel about lingering. Glass lamps, wire chandeliers, artistic vases and carved-bone creatures add an at-home atmosphere to the furniture displays. On the second floor are more small rooms filled with tables, mirrors, chests and fabric samples.

One of the oldest and most respected antiques dealers in the region, Arthur Smith, Jr., established an impeccable reputation in his almost fifty years of selling. He died in 2008, but his family has kept his store on Bull Street running. A source for serious collectors and curators, it offers decorative pieces, rugs, china and furniture of the highest quality. You may find an 18th-century burl-walnut chest with carved Corinthian corners or a rare Minton mourning service made to commemorate the death of Prince Albert in the late 19th century.

With a wide selection of products, ranging from Turkish bath towels to chic dinnerware and Linnea’s Lights candles, Ash Blue is ideal for one-stop shopping. Swing by to pick-up some unique finds for friends at home.

Aux Belle Choses is stocked full of treasures, all collected from the jet setting owners’ travels to England and France. Stocked full of knick-knacks, including hand-shaped French soaps, vintage enamelware and Provençal table linens, this store is one that is impossible to leave empty-handed.

Whether you appreciate fine articles or just love designer labels, you’ll enjoy an afternoon at this glamorous outdoor mall—a twenty-minute ride north from Miami Beach and across the street from the St. Regis Bal Harbour. All the big names—Neiman Marcus, Carolina Herrera, Jimmy Choo—are represented, and be sure to check out small gems like Oxygene, with whimsical Moschino dresses. Lunch at La Goulue (305-865-2181 ext. 228), best known for its shuttered popular bistro on New York’s Upper East Side.

European collectibles are the specialty at this Magazine Street antique store, which places a special emphasis on romantic housewares.

Buy the latest European lounge CDs and find loose-fitting gauzy tops, pants and dresses at this mellow, Zen-inspired concept store.

Bevolo Gas and Lights was founded sixty years ago in the Big Easy’s French Quarter, and today is flourishing under current owner Drew Bevolo. These iconic lamps are hand made and riveted by local craftsman and are available in a variety of styles and shapes.

This classic lunch spot has long been a favorite of Charlestonians, who adore the eatery’s simple breakfast and lunch fare of sandwiches and soups. After moving from their original location, Bull Street expanded and now includes a grocery and wine section.

This vintage store is a favorite of Ambra Medda, co-founder of Design Miami and design world impresario.

The three Orrico sisters, Casey, Kathie and Colleen, have created an empire of preppy dressing in Florida with outposts from Hobe Sound to Naples. This is command central, though, where the ode to pink-and-green runs strong and where you can count on an enormous selection of colorful fashion for the young and casual holidaymaker. In addition to Lilly Pulitzer, the brands carried include Milly, Vineyard Vines, Nanette Lepore, Shoshanna, Tibi and Trina Turk.

This store creates women’s and children’s clothing that suits the country club set. They are best known for their embroidered fabrics. (Think pants with small lobsters or Scotties on them.)