Is it a toyshop, or a clothing store? An entire wall of stuffed animals eyes you as you enter; this is the place to get that plush lobster as a Boston souvenir, or an echidna...

The only major retail oasis within striking distance of the curiously shop-free Kendall Square, the Galleria is good for stocking up on inexpensive basics from the likes of J...

This upmarket mall gets better and better: cool designer department store Barneys New York recently moved in, with the socialites' favourite footwear brand, Jimmy Choo, hot on...

A small, classic department store with a conservative air, selling designer and brand-name men's, women's and children's clothing, sportswear and shoes, as well as cosmetics,...

Macy's replaced Boston institution Jordan Marsh in 1996 (there's even a plaque outside commemorating the dearly departed store), but in fact it was more of a conversion than a...

Sister store to Red Wagon, Pixie Stix caters to 'tween' girls (sizes 7-16) with casual and semi-formal clothes in lollipop colours. The classic styles won't embarrass parents...

This place is the perfect bribe for children who are being dragged against their will to Beacon Hill's charming antique shops. Here you'll find mid range designer kids' clothes...

Entered from the Pru mall or Ring Road, the formerly staid (and much smaller) branch of the famous New York store recently got a slick revamp. The ground floor designer...

The offspring of women's boutique Turtle, Tadpole is designed for the thoroughly modern child. From Dwell crib sets and posh print T-shirts to play tents and spy gear, it will...

Packed with workers from the landmark 52-floor office tower, this shopping centre gets a bit manic at lunchtime. The majority of stores are mid-range chains (Club Monaco, Ann...