To many, Asheville
is a shopper's dream come true. Whether you're
looking for shoes or postcards, use asheville.com to help plan your
shopping day(s). We recommend starting with some of the fine businesses
listed below.
The L.O.F.T. Lost objects,
found treasures. A very special gift shop. An old attic of a place
where you can discover objects of beauty or find treasures that have
been given new life through creativity and, ocassionally, a [smallish]
glass of vino blanco.
828-259-9303
Diamond Brand Outdoors Diamond Brand
Outdoors is a complete outfitter and guide service in Arden, NC and in
Downtown Asheville, NC. Whether you love hiking, camping, fly fishing,
rock climbing, kayaking, or canoeing, Diamond Brand Outdoors is your
one-stop shop for gear and information for your adventures in beautiful
Western North Carolina!
Sensibilities
Natural Bodycare & Day Spa
Sensibilities has created a warm, serene environment in which to shop
and experience wonderful spa services. The carefully selected bath/body
products,fountains,aromatherapy candles and more will help you extend
the spa experience to your home. 800-655-0948 or
828-253-3222
Blue
Goldsmiths
Two women in Biltmore village are making jewelry the old fashioned
way...one piece at a time. The two designers also offer the opportunity
to collaborate with you to make a heirloom of your own design..... 828-277-2583
Hickory
Furniture Mart
When you’re in Asheville, you’re just over an hour
away
from the nation’s leading home furnishings resource and a
shopping experience you’ll never forget. See a thousand lines
in
nearly a hundred beautiful factory stores, outlets and galleries. Ideas
galore. Famous North Carolina prices. On-site hotel, restaurant,
shipping service. Visit hickoryfurniture.com.
800/462-MART
Divine Living
Divine Living specializes in the highest quality handcrafted, American-made upholstered sofas, sectionals, chairs and ottomans. Divine Living is WNC’s only source for Norwalk Furniture, featuring Candice Olson’s upholstery. Candice’s signature style combines traditional form, style and proportion with the simplistic beauty and crispness of modern design. The result…a look that is current yet timeless, fresh yet familiar. Come visit us in Biltmore Village and experience Candice Olson. Design Services Available. 30 Bryson St #100 (828) 505-7991
Brown's
Floral Design
Unique florals, weddings, parties, green and blooming plants,
gourmet and custom gift baskets, condolences. Delivery service to
Asheville and most sourrounding areas. Rustic or refined we guarentee
fun, and customer satisfaction. Also, specializing in weddings in the
mountains. Visit our wedding website, www.brownsweddingdesign.com, Brown's
Weddings, or visit our regular web site, Brown's
Floral Design 800-627-1876, or
local - 828-645-6544
Fireside Antiques & Interiors:
Twenty-five years experience in importing English antiques. The premier
source of antiques in Western North Carolina. Extensive selection of
Oriental and European procelain as well as reporduction gift items. We
purchase estates or individual pieces.
30 All Souls Crescent, Asheville, NC, located in Biltmore Village,
828-274-5977
Blue Spiral 1
One of Asheville's premier art galleries featuring contemporary fine
art and craft by artists of the Southeastern United States. Founded in
1991, Blue Spiral 1 presents the works of Southeastern artists and
object makers in an ele gant and spacious surroundings.
15,500-square-foot gallery spans three floors connected by an open
stairway. Blue Spiral 1 presents thirty annual exhibitions of sculpture
and paintings, objects and photography. They are either discipline
based or developed around fascinating themes. Blue Spiral 1's upper
level features a diverse collection of works by over 100 regularly
represented artists. 38 Biltmore Avenue, Downtown 828-251-0202
FTD
& Teleflora by Floral Worldwide
Floral Worldwide, a full service FTD and Teleflora florist, has
provided professional service, creative designs, and excellent floral
quality for over 30 years. We offer wide selections and styles for all
occasions, including floral arrangements, European gardens, plants,
fruit and gourmet baskets, balloons, and stuffed animals. We deliver to
Hendersonville area communities; nationwide and international delivery
available. Visit
our web site! 1-800-999-1092,
828-253-7681
Tops
for Shoes
So many shoes, so little time! One of the largest selections of shoes
and footwear in the Southeast. Tops for Shoes is located in downtown Asheville, in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina. Though we are a locally-owned, single store operation, we serve a six state region due to the fact that Asheville is a vacation destination. At its current location, Tops for Shoes fills nearly half a city block. The store is owned by Bob and Ellen Carr who took over operations from Ellen’s parents in the 1970's. Tops for Shoes offers an extensive selection of brands and sizes to fill most any customers’ needs. There are 40 salespeople with many years experience.
828-254-6721 or toll
free, 888-644-8677
Blue Water Seafood Company Blue Water Seafood has
earned a reputation of excellence featuring a brilliant seafood market .
The Blue Water Seafood Company also specializes in fine seafood cuisine
for the ultimate dining experience.
Our fish markets are stocked daily with over 20 varieties of fish,
shellfish, and crustaceans direct from the source! We focus on purchasing and
selling fish that are responsibly caught and/or sustainable to the area
where it is caught. We work very closely with the NC Shellfish division
and the NC Sea Grand Program to maintain our high standards and
practices. We purchase 98% of fish whole and fillet in house. We are
HACCP certified for the highest quality of production.
Also, whether you are entertaining at home, planning a rehearsal dinner, or
celebrating the holidays, let Blue Water Seafood Catering be a part of
your next social or corporate event.
94 Charlotte Street,
828.253.2080
Bruisin’
Ales
Bruisin’ Ales is Asheville’s first and only retail
store
just for beer lovers. We specialize in Belgians, Belgian-style,
high-gravity, craft brews, microbrews and the very best available beers
from around the world. With nearly 400 different beers in-store,
you’ll find a delectable line-up sure to please any palette. (828) 252-8999
Malaprop's
Bookstore/Café Find out why
there's always so many people sitting in the
cafe, and find out why Peter Jennings called it
"the best little bookshop in the Southeast."
Malaprop's Café has evolved into the meeting
place in our town. Our café boasts a literary
menu, with treats from local bakeries and
organic, free-trade, shade-grown coffee roasted
locally. We offer free wireless service and eight
plug-in stations, and hosts three cyberstations
for customer use. Our baristas embrace the role
of community catalyst. Our team makes a concerted
effort to get to know the customers as
individuals, starting with their names, tastes,
and drinks of choice. Malaprops is a place where the best reads, the best company, and the best coffee complete the picture, where the books are the stars, and a place where the reader and book meet and a journey begins.
828-254-6734.
Mast
General Store
Authentic general store featuring quality goods, traditional clothing
and custom fit shoes. Since 1883, Mast General Store has been
outfitting the Appalachians with traditional mercantile goods,
comfortable clothing, rugged footwear and quality outdoor gear for all
mountain seasons. Discover for yourself why..... some times are just
too good to leave behind, and why it is a simple pleasure to just
browse throughout the store.
Greenlife
Grocery
Greenlife is a full service natural foods store dedicated to bringing
you and your family the freshest and healthiest foods and products
available. For a great gift for that special person in your life,
consider a gift certificate from Greenlife Grocery. An upscale one-stop
supermarket that stocks only organic and naturally grown food products
along with a broad selection of wines and beers. This upscale
supermarket features an expansive deli serving foods prepared by a half
dozen highly skilled chefs. No artificial flavors, colors,
preservatives.
70 Merrimon Avenue, (828) 254-5440
The
Asheville Wine Market
The area's largest wine retailer, specializes in finding tasty estate
bottled wines from around the world at the best prices. In addition to
weekly specials and free Saturday tastings, the selection of unique,
rare and hard to find wines is truly impressive.To complement the
wines, there is a thoughtfully selected inventory of cheese and gourmet
foods and a well-stocked craft beer section. This downtown destination
is a must stop for wine lovers and foodies. 828.253.0060 or 800.825.7175
828-259-9303
828-251-0202 
