Downcity providence
OOP!
220 westminster st., +1 401 270-4366, (http://www.oopstuff.com). m-th 10am-8pm, fr+sa 10am-9pm, sun 10am-5pm. oop!, a providence institution for the past 18 years for all things whimsical and wonderful. oop! specializes in handmade contemporary crafts, furniture, jewelry, toys, home accessories, and fun stuff from here, there, and everywhere. oop!'s largest store is located at 220 westminster street.
Butterfield
232 westminster st., +1 401 273-3331, (http://www.butterfieldpro...). t, w, f, sa 10am-6pm, th 10am-8pm, su 12pm-5pm. butterfield is a well known resource for beautiful quality home furnishings and accessories. featuring mitchell gold and bob williams furniture, along with an always changing assortment of lighting, mirrors, jewelry, bedding, ceramics, and apothecary. interior design consultations also available.
Symposium Books
240 westminster st., +1 401 273-7900, (http://www.symposiumboooks.com). m-wed 10am-6pm, th-sa 12pm-8pm, su 12pm-5pm. sympoium books consistently offers some of the finest books in providence. browse their diverse selection of carefully chosen titles in a broad range of subjects, specializing in academic, scholarly, literary, art, architecture, photography, design, and university press books. most books are discounted at 10-80% off all the time!
Queen of Hearts
186 union st., +1 401 421-1471, tu-sa 11am-7pm. queen of hearts is before all else, an original women's clothing and accessories boutique, but is also a showroom for visual art, home goods, gifts, and lifestyle paraphernalia. merchandise is all one-of-a-kind, handmade material, designed and created by local and regional artists and designers.
Clover
233 westminster st., +1 401 490-4626, (http://www.cloverproviden...). tu-sa 11am-6pm, su 12pm-5pm. clover offers a collection of women's and men's clothing that provide a contemporary and unique selection of lines, styles, and versatile offerings for both "dressed up" and "dressed down" occasions. clover displays its carefully chosen pieces in a modern and clean showroom-like environment, and merges established labels with young emerging designers.
Elsa Arms
231 westminster st., +1 401 383-5558, tu-sa 11am-6pm, su 12pm-5pm. elsa arms is an upscale women's clothing boutique located in the peerless building, right in the heart of the "downcity renaissance." stop in for an exquisite shopping experience and see the latest offerings from adam+eve, alice & olivia, nili lotan, rag & bone, and many others.
Homestyle
229 westminster st., +1 401 277-1159, (http://www.homestyleri.com). daily, 10am-7pm. at homestyle, fine art pieces sit among top-shelf/great value upholstery, accent home furnishings, and truly artful gifts. a savvy, creative, staff is available to assist you in selecting just the right piece, or come in and browse at your leisure. extraordinary gifts in a wide range of price points make homestyle the "go-to" place for unique gifts in all categories from hostess to housewarming to wedding to birthday.
Eno
225 westminster st., +1 401 521-2000, (http://www.enofinewines.com). m-sa 12pm-10pm. eno is downcity's full-service spirits shop, with an extensive selection of wine, beer, and fine liquors. the store, with its bank vault decor, is an environment for wine connoisseurs and novices alike, and an expert staff is on hand at all times to assist your selection. eno hosts regular tastings and food pairings and offers delivery service to downtown residents and employees.
Downcity is the new place to grab a cappuccino or snag a great pair of jeans (http://www.shopdowncity.com). You can drool over must-have furnishings or stop for a bistro lunch. Browse art books. Then toast a day well spent. You can do it all in Downcity Providence, home to a collection of fine design, fashion, and dining opportunities.
Providence Open Market
Saturdays may - june 11am-4pm, saturdays september - october, 11am-4pm (http://www.providenceopen...). the providence open market, now in its 3rd season, is the cityâs only open-air market where you can shop for artisan made goods, fine art, and fresh produce. located lippitt park on the east side of providence, the market features a different group of artists every week ensuring that each visit will be unique. this year, the providence open market is committed to partnering with community based artist and development organizations.
Shop the city
B-Sharp Music
265 broadway st, +1 401 223â2112. a musical instrument shop, they stock rare and hard to find items from orange and hughes and kettner guitar amps as well as making and stocking their own effects pedals. they also specialize in vintage instrument and amplification repair.
Comina Inc
201 wayland ave, +1 401 273-7665, m-sa 10am-5:30pm, su 12pm-4pm. sells a variety of items including jewelry and furniture. items have a wide range in pricing from $10 to $1000 for larger pieces of furniture.
Into The Wardrobe
117 brook st, +1 401 831-7660. tu-f 11am-6pm, sat 10am-6pm, su 12pm-5pm. sells a variety of consignment items, ranging from inexpensive tops around $5 to some more moderately priced items such as gowns ranging in price from 30-up to $100.
Franklin Rogers Limited
142 westminister, +1 401 454-8170. offers average priced mens ware specializing in fine suits and business attire, in addition to casual menswear such as sweaters and golf attire.
M&M Step & Style
1282 n. main st, +1 401 621-4710. specializes in casual hip-hop clothing for males and females at reasonable prices ranging from $20-$50.
In the Bag
141 elmgrove ave, +1 401 521-5300. in the bag sells designer bags straight from new york. the owner will get you any bag you want from a designer's show room.
risd|works
20 north main street, +1 401 277-4949, (http://www.risdworks.com/...). m-sa 10am-6pm, su 11am-5pm. risd|works sells functional pieces designed by rhode island school of design alumni and faculty. great for finding fun and unique gifts.
Rhode Islanders can be quite secretive about the city's hidden treasures. Outside of the state's most frequented shop spots lie many other great opportunities to find that special item or to simply discover something new and exciting.
Specialty Stores:
Nanita Variety Store
1364 broad st, +1 401 467-2560. sells a variety of adult items at average to moderate prices, including lingerie and other typical products found in adult stores.
Clothing Collaborative
220 elmwood ave, +1 401 421-5753. m-f 9am-4pm. sells typical items found at a consignment shop, offers a variety of business dress and casual attire. most items are moderately priced ranging from $5-$40.
Act II
802 hope st, +1 401 274-2223. act ii is a second-hand store that sells antique jewelry and designer clothes such as lacoste and burberry.
Other:
Easy Coast Tatooing and Body
170 atwells ave, +1 401 331-5623. clean facility and friendly employees.
Armageddon Record
436 broadway st, +1 401 521-6667. armageddon shop is on broadway,just a short walk from downtown. run by two members from the band dropdead, they specialize in rare and obscure rock albums and local music from around rhode island. they also specialize in music zines and t-shirts.
Consignment/Thrift:
Providence Place Mall
1 providence place, +1 401 270-1000, (http://www.providenceplac...). m-sa 10am-9:30pm except dave & buster's which is open until 1am sunday 11am-7pm: witness ri's most anticipated establishment since the building of the historic downtown arcade. the enormous and well accommodating mall houses 3+ main floors of various shops, including a wide array of specialty items, clothing, shoes, books, and one imax and showcase cinemas theater each on the fourth floor. there are a handful of lower level restaurants to dine in as well as a food court on the third floor, and a dave & busters restaurant on the fourth floor.