A Guide To Luxury Shopping In Miami

In Miami, shopping isn’t just a pastime, it’s a sport. While some are hunting for great deals, others want the ultimate star treatment from high-end fashion brands. If you want to play in the big leagues, then these shopping districts are where you should start.

1. Bal Harbour Shops

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Courtyard with ponds, palm trees and plants in the Bal Harbour Shops, Miami

Bal Harbour Shops was designed to celebrate the balmy beauty of South Florida. Ideally situated between the Atlantic Ocean and Biscayne Bay in the affluent village of Bal Harbour, the lushly landscaped, open-air mall doesn’t look or feel like any other shopping center in the United States. With luxury department stores Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue as the mall’s anchors, you won’t find any run-of-the-mill brands here, only high-end heavy hitters. The current store roster includes the likes of Dolce & Gabbana, Giorgio Armani, Gucci, Jimmy Choo, Prada, Tiffany & Co., Versace, and more.

2. Miami Design District

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Woman with shopping bags walking past pond in the Miami Design District

The Miami Design District is a neighborhood dedicated to innovative fashion, design, architecture, and dining. This once-overlooked area of Miami has been transformed into a glamorous international luxury shopping destination; it is a place where residents and visitors alike can shop for their favorite brands while admiring the Miami Modernist architecture that lines the halls and streets. Shop at boutique Aerin for floaty kaftans and colourful print dresses, followed by lunch at vegetarian restaurant, Le Jardinier.

3. Aventura Mall

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Ground floor with upper mezzanine, filled with shoppers, in Aventura Mall, Miami

Ranked as one of the most-visited retail destinations in America, the Aventura Mall is anchored by Bloomingdale’s, Nordstrom, and Macy’s and features luxury brands such as Hermès, Louis Vuitton, Cartier, Burberry, Sandro, Tiffany & Co., and more. Aventura Mall also features more than 50 eateries and restaurants, including Treats Food Hall; The Aventura Farmers Market, which showcases over 50 vendors; and the experiential Arts Aventura Mall program highlighting 20+ museum-quality pieces in a range of mediums.

5. Lincoln Road Mall

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Boulevard down Lincoln Road Mall with cafe seating, umbrellas and palm trees

Just a few blocks from the beach and world-famous Ocean Drive is Lincoln Road Mall, South Florida’s premier outdoor shopping, dining, and entertainment destination. This mile-long, pedestrian-only promenade boasts a happening street scene with throngs of local and out-of-town visitors, who come here for the chance to experience luxury shopping in the heart of Miami. Those who have visited Lincoln Road will tell you that it really is a unique shopping venue. Discover an exciting mix of national retailers and specialty stores, such as Zara, H&M, Gap, and Forever 21.

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