Many people refer to Buckhead as the “Beverly Hills of the South,” because of its wealthy residents, elegant mansions, and, of course, its world-class shopping opportunities. Since the first mall, Lenox Square, was built there in 1959, it has become a shopping mecca for people from all over the country. Where else can you find brands ranging from Tiffany & Co. and Cartier to Prada and Burberry? (Outside of Beverly Hills that is … ) Take a look at how you can spend the ultimate day of shopping in Buckhead.
Lenox Square
Never save the best for last, or you might miss all of the good deals. Lenox Square is not just a popular mall but a Southeastern icon and definitely the best of the best. After all, it was the first shopping center of its type in the region at the time it was built. Today, it is home to over 248 shops, ranging from anchors like Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s and Neiman Marcus to upscale boutiques like Fendi, Louis Vuitton and Bulgari. It even has the largest Pottery Barn in the world.
Phipps Plaza
After you visit Lenox, you can head across the street to the smaller but just as grand Phipps Plaza. Built in 1969, the mall will make you feel as if you have stepped into the life of luxury as you take in its marble floors, carpeted staircases, glass elevators and massive chandeliers. Of course, you will feel even more luxurious when you spend the early afternoon shopping at the likes of Nordstrom, Saks Fifth Avenue, Giorgio Armani, Versace, Gucci and Valentino.
After all that shopping, you will probably want to grab some lunch, and the Phipps Plaza area is surrounded by some of Atlanta’s favorite restaurants. It does not matter if you want steak, seafood, Southern, tapas, Mexican, or even South African cuisine, you will find it all here.
Bennett Street
If you find yourself with designer name overload after lunch, head south on Peachtree until you reach Bennett Street. At first glance, it is just a little street next to Piedmont Hospital, but once you turn, you will realize just what makes it so special. You will find dozens of antique shops, art galleries, and home decor merchants in this unique spot.
Miami Circle
Once the bug at Bennett Street bites you, you will find yourself wanting to re-decorate your entire home. That is when you head 3 miles northeast to the shops of Miami Circle. Here you will find even more antiques, fabric, fine art, furniture and more home decor than you can ever imagine. There are over 30 shops, and all of Atlanta’s top interior designers utilize them each week.
Buckhead Atlanta
Wrap up the day by taking a 5-minute drive to Buckhead’s newest shopping destination: Buckhead Atlanta. It is home to stores like Alice + Olivia, Christian Louboutin, Hermes, Jimmy Choo and La Perla. Spanx even makes it corporate headquarters here. After you shop, you can have a late meal at one of Buckhead Atlanta’s restaurants like Fado Irish Pub, Shake Shack Gypsy Kitchen, The Southern Gentleman or Le Bilboquet.
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