Boston's Best Affordable Gift Shop 2008

Trendy chain that models the latest fashions and bold home decor in a colorful, vivacious atmosphere.

Tips: Search the sale section first; this store often cycles through clothing fast, so great items are always going on sale.

Urban Outfitters

Independent Newton bookstore is renowned for its low prices, varied selection and bargain bins.

New England Mobile Book Fair

Browsing through bins and bins of vinyl is the M.O. here, and $10 is enough dough for some good sounds.

Tips: On nights of Sox games, Nuggets will give ticket holders a discount—a good way to kill time before the game.

Nuggets

Maine woods and Massachusetts Avenue funk meet in this colorfully eclectic East Arlington store.

Tips: Arlington’s Capitol Theater is right next door.

Monroe Salt Works

Wigs, fangs, fake blood—this costume store sends customers’ imaginations into a tizzy.

Reviews:

• “Best wig selection on this side of the River”
• " do boston a favor and let it go out of business"
• “Shop At Your Own Risk!”
• “Great store”
• “Absolutely horrible customer service”

Dorothy’s Boutique

This shop encapsulates all the features that make Boston one of the best bookstore cities in the country.

Reviews:

• “vast selection of books, independently owned, community oriented”
• “One of the best independent bookshops in america”

Tips: The basement features a great stock of remainders and secondhand paperbacks at bargain prices.

Harvard Book Store

Sweetly scented hair, skin and body care products and cosmetics based on ancient natural remedies.

Reviews:

• “Amazing experience!”

Fresh

Campy Cambridge warehouse sells funky secondhand clothes, including lots of retro outfits and accessories.

Reviews:

• “If you’re a REAL thrifter, then you’ll LOVE this!”
• “The Garment District rocks!”
• “Beggars Wardrobe "
• “Amazing place!”
• “Customer Service”

Tips: Take a break from shopping by crossing the street and enjoying an indie film at the Kendall.

Garment District

Funky, unique gifts are this Charles Street shop’s specialty.

Reviews:

• “too much fun”

Black Ink

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