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Houston Shopping Guide

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Love to shop? How about finding bargains? This Houston shopping guide will help you find the perfect gift for that special someone, or splurge for yourself! Houston-area boutiques, department stores, discount outlets and antiques are all found here.

Best Shopping Malls and Districts

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Begin your Houston shopping excursion by visiting one of Houston's shopping malls. From luxury stores like Louis Vuitton to shoe stores like Foot Locker, these malls have it all!

Guide Tip: The Galleria is considered ground zero for most serious Houston shoppers.

Rice Village Tour

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Rice Village, also known as the Village, is one of Houston's oldest upscale shopping centers. The Village is located only two blocks from the Rice University campus. Students, teachers and local Houstonians love this area known for its wide variety of restaurants, nightlife venues, and shopping.

Guide Tip: Shop Rice Village for its locally-owned boutiques and galleries. There is also a five-and-dime shop located on Rice Blvd.

Shop for Everyday Items

Who doesn't love shopping for everyday items at Wal-Mart? Houstonians are no exception. Here, you'll find a list of Houston area Wal-Mart stores for your shopping escapades.

Contemporary Furniture Shopping

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Looking to replace that old sofa? High Fashion Home is a unique home furnishings store and gallery located in Midtown Houston.

Guide Tip: High Fashion Home also sells one-of-a-kind imported fabrics that you can't find anywhere else.

Best Men's Stores

So you need to find a present for dad, or that great boyfriend of yours? What about your husband’s anniversary gift? If you are perplexed at the very thought of shopping for the men in your life, check out these great Houston stores any man will appreciate.

Guide Tip: All of these stores offer gift cards if you are having trouble with sizing.

Houston Jewelry Shops

Houston jewelry shops are known for their pizzazz. This guide will help you find the perfect wedding ring, costume jewelry and other timeless pieces.

Guide Tip: Know your ring size before you step into a jewelry store. Resizing custom rings is costly after they are made.
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