The Most Unexpected and Beautiful Shops Across Some of World and What to Buy There

Before we begin…

I love Mexico City more than you can fathom. I did write a piece for Fine Books & Collections on how that city is for lovers of literature. Don’t miss it, here’s a link.

Also if you’d like to learn something new, read my piece on Queer Farming for Ambrook. Plus Condé Nast Traveler I did a piece on the new HOK designed Salt Lake City Airport.

Back to shopping

In a world of online shopping, plus Instagram desires, there is nothing better than uncovering a brick and mortar stalwart. Making time to slowly peruse and appreciate the craftsmanship, or curatorship, without rushing is today’s ultimate luxury. 

In the future we might be shopping for almost everything online, in the meantime the real world version of stores have just become more sought after, exiguous and look even more stellar. Their true appeal is accessed only when you don’t rush. So next time you want to venture out looking for a pair of new leather shoes, or some cufflinks, perhaps switch off your phone at t…