Beads and Beyond
840 Main Ave., (970) 247-1204
With the largest selection of beads in the Four Corners area, Beads and Beyond is a unique store you definitely do not want to miss. In addition to their breathtaking assortment of beads, you'll find exquisite jewelry, unique gifts, beautiful scarves and purses, books and more. Visit their fabulous location on Main Avenue. They are open daily. www.beadsdurango.com

Brown's Shoe Fit
871 Main Ave., (970) 247-5542
Quality footwear from around the world. Shoes and boots for all seasons from dress and casual to rugged outdoor, Brown's Shoes have been fitting Durango's lifestyle for over 30 years. Featuring quality comfort brands; Keen, Dansko, UGG, Wolky, Merrell, Vasque, Timberland, Red Wing, Born, Pikolinos, Ariat and many more. Located on the corner of Ninth and Main Avenue. www.brownsshoeco.com

Durango Smoke Shop
113 W. College Dr., (970) 247-9115
Owned and operated by Courtney and Jim Callahan, the Durango Smoke Shop has been a Durango mainstay since 1976. You'll find more than 50 premium cigars, humidors and accessories. Custom-blended pipe tobacco and the finest quality pipes. Discover fun games, cards, novelties and outrageous adult gifts. Large selection of hookahs, and Shisha imported and herbal cigarettes. www.durangosmokeshop.com

The Fallen Angel
3101 Main Ave., Ste. 4, (970) 247-0601
All of your adult needs. Lingerie, panties, hosiery, adult novelties, educational and adult videos, books, male and female dietary supplements, condoms, lubricants, massage oils, candles, bachelor and bachelorette gifts, funny cards and stickers, funny tees, gag gifts, dancing poles, high heels, jewelry and the best customer service! www.the fallenangel.com

Giddy-Up 409
680 Main Ave., (970) 385-4409
For gifts, jewelry, clothing and accessories, Giddy-Up 409 is the store you don't want to miss in Durango! Open seven days a week.

The Jewelry Works
965 Main Ave., (970) 247-3173
Durango's most exciting jewelry store has thousands of custom rings, pendants and earring mountings. Specializing in custom design from your picture, sketch or imagination. A tremendous selection of loose precious stones and diamonds. www.thejewelryworks.com

Maria's Bookshop
960 Main Ave., (970) 247-1438
Proudly serving Durango since 1984, Maria's is a locally owned and independent full-service bookstore with an inventory of nearly 40,000 books. They sponsor more than 100 active local reading groups, hosts dozens of special events a year, and help support several local non-profit organizations. Maria's is passionate about books. Open daily or visit their online bookstore at www.mariasbookshop.com.

Native Roots Garden Center
26266 Hwy. 160., (970) 259-5111
Specializing in friendly, helpful advice and offering a wide selection of healthy, hardy plants especially suited for the local climate including xeric and native plants, perennials and annuals, trees and shrubs, houseplants. Pottery, gift shop and landscape supplies. www.nativerootsgarden.com

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory
561 Main Ave., (970) 259-1408
Based in charming Old West Durango, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory manufactures an extensive line of premium chocolate candies and confectionary products, using proprietary recipes developed primarily by its master candy maker, then delivers fresh to its many locations nationwide. Visit the downtown store daily and watch confections from caramel and candy apples to fudge and chocolates prepared in a traditional gas-fired copper kettle then cooled on a marble slab or order online at www.rmcf.com.

Route 550 Gifts
1206 Greene St., (970) 387-5504
Out of the ordinary. www.route550.com

Spaaah Shop & Day Spa
934 Main Ave., (970) 375-1866
Come visit one of Durango's hot spots! They proudly carry Bare Minerals makeup from Bare Escentuals in their super-fun store. Bare Minerals has won numerous awards for being the best makeup out there, and it is perfect for the Durango girl who wants to look natural and luminous! Open late and on weekends. Make an appointment for spa services online at www.spaaahshop.com.

Taylor-Raymond Jewelers
835 Main Ave., (970) 247-3444
Fine retail jewelry since 1913. Registered jewelers, certified gemologist, certified appraiser, member of the American Gem Society and Jewelers of America. Custom designs, repairs and appraisals. bobby@taylor-raymond.com

Wagon Wheel Liquors
30 Town Plaza, (970) 247-1655
Great selection of Colorado craft beers and wines; largest organic wine selection in the area. Open daily with Super Happy Hour Monday-Friday from 4 to 6 p.m.

Yarn
755 E. Second Ave., (970) 259-9827
There's a fiber boom sweeping the country from knitting and crocheting to dyeing, felting and spinning... people are yarn crazy and Yarn has it all! Yarn, a knit and fiber arts shop. Featuring a huge selection of fine yarns from around the world. www.yarndurango.com