From the best place to find an authentic cowboy hat to where to shop for chic goods for the home—and everything in between—it can all be found right here in Fort Worth, Texas. Thanks to a cadre of retail experts and a huge selection of small businesses to discover, the shopping here can’t be beat. Read on for some of our favorite places to shop, in person and online! And don’t forget to tell them The Scout Guide sent you.

CLOTHING

The Best Hat Store (2739 North Main Street). Appropriately located in the historic stockyards area in Fort Worth, The Best Hat Store is just that. They not only offer the best and finest selections of felt and straw hats by American Hat Co, the legendary hat shapers will work with you to make your hat fit your desired style. This is a true Fort Worth experience. Instagram

Bette’s (5014 Gage Avenue). Bette’s is Jessica Breslin’s newest concept store, located in The Clearfork open air shopping center. Offering upscale clothing and accessories from notable designers like Staud, Rhode, Rebecca Taylor, Farm Rio, Cult Gaia, Clare V, White + Warren, Frame Denim, and more. Instagram

Hale House (4900 Camp Bowie Boulevard). Hale House is a lifestyle boutique offering apparel, gifts and accessories, owned by influencer Bekah Hale Pollock. Known for her fun, flirty, colorful and affordable items, it is the happiest boutique on the bricks. Instagram

Esther Penn (3328 West 7th Street). Owners, Alyson Johnson and Kacey Cargile, bring the California cool vibe to Fort Worth by handpicking all the unique styles they love, and curating them into an ever-changing, always growing collection. Youthful and affordable clothing, accessories and shoes, all inspired and sourced directly from LA. Instagram

LOCAL Design Studios (3610 West Vickery Boulevard). LOCAL is a collaboration of 8-female owned businesses: Lila Hayes (pima cotton clothing and pajamas), Kori Green jewelry, The Bow Next Door (classic hair bows, belts and basket bows), Fort 52 (watercolor playing cards), Clearly Handbags, Ro Miller Rynd Interiors (interior designer), C+B Collections (specialty furs and apparel), and City Boots (timeless top shelf cowboy boots for women). Open to the public only on Wednesdays from 10-3pm. Instagram

You Are Here (5109 Pershing Avenue). What started as a creative outlet (and pop-up) for owners, Anne Walker Miller and Joanna Bennett, has grown to a full scale brick and mortar boutique, featuring a fine jewelry collection curated by Jo Latham. It is a go-to for quality clothing and accessories that are current, but timeless. Notable lines include Alexis, Frank & Eileen, Hunter Bell, Mother Denim, Sea NYC, The Woods, Xirena, and Ulla Johnson. And fine jewelry by Jade Trau, Ananya, Sorellina, and Tabayer. Instagram

Birdie (3905 Camp Bowie Boulevard). Owner, Jessica Breslin’s women’s boutique offers casual luxury clothing, accessories and shoes. Brands carried include Agolde, Koch, Karlie, Alice and Olivia, Anna Cate, Frame, Victoria Dunn, and August Apparel. Instagram

Initially Yours (4911 Camp Bowie Boulevard). A cute monogram, gifts, apparel and accessory shop on the bricks. A wonderful place to purchase a thoughtful personalized gift for a loved one and/or new baby. Instagram

Squire Shop (4528 Hartwood Drive). Easily on the short list of Fort Worth’s institutions, family-owned, Squire Shop is owned by local favorite and friend to all, Steve Humble, with son Todd and daughter Kelly. This shop features more than fabulous duds for men (Peter Millar, Johnny O, and Vineyard Vines), they also feature women’s styles, game day apparel and great conversation. Instagram

JAG Jewelry and Goods(3924 West Vickery Boulevard). Founded by Ann Jefferies and Renea Conser, JAG Jewelry and Goods features meticulously designed clothing, made in the USA and fine, fashion, and custom jewelry and vintage pieces that feel timeless, easy to wear and always sophisticated. Each JAG purchase supports charities like Justin’s Place, Arise Africa, and The Net Fort Worth. Good for the closet, good for the heart. Instagram

HOME

PS the Letter (2100 Hulen Street). PS The Letter offers two stories of fabulous gifts, fine china, tabletop, crystal, wedding registry, stationery, invitations, linens and more. There is a little something for everyone! Be sure to meet the shop dog Lillian. Instagram

Westfork Garden Market (2932 Marquita Drive). Opened in 2022 by Christina Figley and Alyssa Petrus, West Fork Garden Market is the retail extension of Figley’s sought-after West Fork Landscaping. It’s a green thumb’s dream and offers plenty for those less botanically inclined, including a custom front door wreath bar, patio furniture, curated collection of home decor and seasonal/holiday accessories, gifts, and newly launched “Elevate Your Celebrate” party decor and custom streamer garlands. Instagram

Simple Things Furniture (7401 West Vickery). Owner Jim Van Antwerp has curated this lovely shop which features high quality upholstered and slipcovered furniture, one-of-a-kind antiques, and repurposed industrial pieces. Instagram

Westland Gardens (3416 Longvue Avenue). More than just a local nursery! Tomato plants and herbs with decorative pots, unique vases and other holiday decor. Be sure to meet managers Kathy and Mark Sims, to get the scoop on their beautiful plants and how to start your own garden. Instagram

JEWELRY

Read’s Jewelers (4696 Camp Bowie Boulevard). This family-owned and beloved establishment is our go-to stop when it comes to designing a custom piece, shopping for the best fine jewelry brands and heirloom timepieces. Instagram

Jo Latham Fine Jewelry (5109 Pershing Avenue). Jo Latham’s curation of fine jewelry is truly unique! Located inside the fabulous clothing boutique You Are Here, you will find lines like Ananya, Jade Trau, Nouvel Heritage, Silvia Furnanovich, Sorellina, Tabayer, and more. Instagram

CHILDREN

b kids (3913 Camp Bowie Boulevard). Contemporary clothing, gifts, and accessories for babies to tween. Instagram

Covey House (5800 Camp Bowie Boulevard, Suite 152). Specialty children’s boutique for baby, toddler, and tween, owned by Amanda Mastin. Little English, Vineyard Vines, J Bailey, Southern Tide and Set Athleisure are some of the wonderful brands you will find. Instagram

Babies on the Boulevard(6323 Camp Bowie Boulevard, Suite 145). Classic and timeless pieces for ages 0-8. Owner, Lauren Von Kerens, has curated the most charming pieces from lines like Feltman Brothers, Petit Bebe, Bailey Boys, Dondolo, Florence Eisman, James & Lottie and many more! Instagram

Businesses in bold indicate they are The Scout Guide Fort Worth members.

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