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This store is filled with ethnic clothes, Chinese brushes, Russian dolls, Indian chiming bells, and a good selection of alebrijes (see Mingei International Museum).

Loehmann’s, Nordstrom Rack, and Macy’s Home & Furniture are just a few of the stores that carry items seen at higher-priced department stores. Budget shoppers flock to Target, Bed, Bath & Beyond, and more than 100 other stores. Don’t confine your shopping to the center: across the street is Saks Off Fifth Avenue’s outlet store.

If you’re looking for art gifts with a contemporary edge, you might find them among the select merchandise that relates to the museum’s special exhibitions. Always on display are the latest art books and handcrafted jewelry (see Museum of Contemporary Art).

The main drag through Ocean Beach is chock full of antique shops. Some doorways front malls with dozens of shops inside. Finds range from 1950s retro to Victorian and Asian antiques.

Holding an almost cult-like status among shopping fanatics, “Nordies” remains as popular as ever for its vast clothing selection and impressive shoe department. Belying the plush surroundings and live pianist who serenades shoppers with classical selections and show tunes, this department store can be quite affordable. Of course, there is always the personal shopper who will help you out in the designer section.

This magical place is filled with treasures from all over the world, such as festive Rajasthani umbrellas, beaded chairs from Nigeria, Mexican sugar skull molds, countless tea sets, and coffee, tea, and spices.

There’s no excuse to be without a swimsuit. Pilar’s large selection of domestic and imported bikinis, one-pieces, and cover-ups, suitable for every age and body type, are in stock.