Fort Lauderdale: Shopping

Beach Place Sitting right on Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard, this multi-story plaza of shops and restaurants makes it easy to combine shopping and sun worshipping. Fort Lauderdale Beach; 17 S. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd.; www.galleryatbeachplace.com
boutique | mall | liquor | swimwear

E Coleccion Nothing is mass-produced at this haven for design mavens on Wilton Drive. Wilton Manors; 2033 Wilton Dr.; 954-567-4600; www.ecoleccion.com
smart splurge | home | eclectic | handicraft

Las Olas Boulevard Few national chains intrude upon the eclectic boutiques, cafes, and bars of pedestrian-friendly Las Olas (Spanish for "the waves"). Dating to 1917, it was the first road to connect Fort Lauderdale to the beach. Downtown; Las Olas Blvd.; www.lasolasboulevard.com
boutique

Sawgrass Mills Florida's largest retail complex is discount heaven, with outlets for Saks Fifth Avenue, The Gap, Crate & Barrel, Burberry, Coach, and more than 350 other brand-names. Sunrise; 12801 W. Sunrise Blvd.; www.sawgrassmillsmall.com
mall | clothing | outlet

Swap Shop Bargain hunters flock to this massive indoor/outdoor flea market, which also features a farmers market and drive-in movie theater. Downtown; 3291 W. Sunrise Blvd.; 954-791-7927; www.floridaswapshop.com
family | flea market | clothing | outdoor

Wilton Drive Without a doubt, the gayest shopping area in South Florida. You'll find everything from club wear to kitschy rainbow-colored trinkets to home décor on "the Drive." Wilton Manors; Wilton Dr.; 954-568-0504; www.wiltonmanorsmainstreet.org
gay | home | womenswear | menswear