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Most tourists and locals do most of their shopping in neighboring St. Martin, but Anguilla’s shopping scene is improving, especially in the more built-up West End. Unusual, small, fashionable boutiques, a French pharmacy, Caribbean-made and -imported souvenir shops, and duty-free jewelry stores are popping up, and several galleries and artists’ studios now dot the island.
Anguilla Rums Taste before you buy locally blended and aged premium Caribbean spirits at this popular factory where they blend the rums. Sandy Ground; 264-497-5006; www.patronspirits.com
Boopsies Old-time former soda pop factory complete with historic bottling machine is the perfect foil for owners Tayna and Tamara’s hand-picked, exclusive collection of the season’s must have fashions for the confident female. The Quarter; 264-772-2895
Estate Hope Art Studio Carol Richardson’s hand-sewn quilts are not only heirlooms but true works of art. Original designs range from tropical to traditional and can be made to order from your own precious mementos and materials. Crocus Hill; 264-497-8733
InStyle Boutique Donie Gumbs’ tastefully decorated dream boutique is the local source for Samson’s easy traveling cottonwear for the whole family as well as bathing suits, resort-wear, accessories, and Gumbs’ very original lobster T-shirts. The Cove; 264-497-8153
Why Knot Highlights of designer Fabiana’s “everywhere wear” for the whole family include colorful tunics, tops, wraps, and skirts, basic whites, plus locally crafted jewelry, art, and accessories displayed in her home. The Cove; 264-772-7685; www.whyknotwear.com
ZaZAA Charming lavender and white chattel house built atop the roof of Ku Resort’s gourmet market, with unique jewelry, clothing, art, and exotic gifts from the Caribbean and around the world. Shoal Bay East; 264-235-8878