Style, sophistication and variety make the shopping scenes in these 10 U.S. cities worth hopping on a plane for. Which city makes you want to pull out the pocketbook?
We asked 10Best readers to vote daily for their favorite U.S. shopping cities, and after four weeks, we have a winner: Santa Fe!
The top 10 winners in the category Best Destination for Shopaholics are as follows:
- Santa Fe
- Palm Beach, Fla.
- Carmel, Calif.
- Malibu, Calif.
- Nashville
- New York
- Chicago
- Philadelphia
- Scottsdale, Ariz.
- Atlanta
Other nominated destinations included Aspen, Boston, Charleston, Dallas, Los Angeles, Miami, New Orleans, San Francisco, Santa Monica and Washington.
A panel of experts picked the initial 20 nominees, and the top 10 winners were determined by popular vote. Experts Marla Cimini, Ruta Fox (10Best Expert), Yasmin Pullman (Luxury Travel Diary), Taryn Scher (TK PR) and Stacie Standifer (10Best Expert) were chosen based on their extensive knowledge of shopping destinations.
10Best and USA TODAY extend their congratulations to all the winners.
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The Experts
Marla Cimini
Marla is a journalist with a passion for travel,... Read More
Marla is a journalist with a passion for travel, music and culinary adventures (combining all three whenever possible)! An avid globetrotter, she has covered topics such as exotic Tahitian getaways; Santa Fe’s chocolate trail; Argentine wines; and Japan's Washoku cuisine. Marla is co-author of the book, A Century of Hospitality, a historical exploration of US hotels. Her articles have appeared in numerous publications worldwide. Follow her on Instagram and Twitter or see more of her work on her website.
Marla Cimini

Marla is a journalist with a passion for travel, music and culinary adventures (combining all three whenever possible)! An avid globetrotter, she has covered topics such as exotic Tahitian getaways; Santa Fe’s chocolate trail; Argentine wines; and Japan's Washoku cuisine. Marla is co-author of the book, A Century of Hospitality, a historical exploration of US hotels. Her articles have appeared in numerous publications worldwide. Follow her on Instagram and Twitter or see more of her work on her website.
Ruta Fox
Ruta considers herself a "stealth" shopper, with a... Read More
Ruta considers herself a "stealth" shopper, with a sharp eye for taste, style and value. As a former Los Angeles-based magazine editor, and a fashion executive at Bloomingdale's in New York City, fashion has always fascinated Ruta. Whether in a designer flagship, an off-the-beaten path boutique or a weekend flea market, Ruta enjoys the thrill of the hunt for that perfect piece. She says that "looking great is not about price."
Ruta Fox

Ruta considers herself a "stealth" shopper, with a sharp eye for taste, style and value. As a former Los Angeles-based magazine editor, and a fashion executive at Bloomingdale's in New York City, fashion has always fascinated Ruta. Whether in a designer flagship, an off-the-beaten path boutique or a weekend flea market, Ruta enjoys the thrill of the hunt for that perfect piece. She says that "looking great is not about price."
Claire Endean-Cance
Claire Endean-Cance is the co-founder of Luxury... Read More
Claire Endean-Cance is the co-founder of Luxury Travel Diary– a blog about the best luxury accommodation and the most exclusive transport for your travels. Additional features hi-light essential style & fashion items required for luxury travel. The site also hosts their own online auctions, allowing users to bid on a dream holiday or luxury items.
Claire Endean-Cance

Claire Endean-Cance is the co-founder of Luxury Travel Diary– a blog about the best luxury accommodation and the most exclusive transport for your travels. Additional features hi-light essential style & fashion items required for luxury travel. The site also hosts their own online auctions, allowing users to bid on a dream holiday or luxury items.
Taryn Scher
Taryn Scher, “The Sparkle Boss” at TK PR, gained... Read More
Taryn Scher, “The Sparkle Boss” at TK PR, gained the necessary tools for success in the industry by serving as the in-house PR director for a luxury fashion house in Manhattan, hosting store openings and product launches, runway shows and more. In 2010, Taryn produced the first ever Fashion Week event in Greenville, South Carolina. Taryn is a regular on both WSPA’s Your Carolina morning show and Carolina Now on the CW and serves as the Contributing Fashion Editor for US Airways in-flight magazine.
Taryn Scher

Taryn Scher, “The Sparkle Boss” at TK PR, gained the necessary tools for success in the industry by serving as the in-house PR director for a luxury fashion house in Manhattan, hosting store openings and product launches, runway shows and more. In 2010, Taryn produced the first ever Fashion Week event in Greenville, South Carolina. Taryn is a regular on both WSPA’s Your Carolina morning show and Carolina Now on the CW and serves as the Contributing Fashion Editor for US Airways in-flight magazine.
Stacie Standifer
As the founder of acclaimed titles Nashville... Read More
As the founder of acclaimed titles Nashville Lifestyles, Nashville Weddings and AT HOME/NL, Stacie has been involved with every level of fashion, celebrity and home design over 14+ years. An avid traveler, she is a respected resource in sharing trends with thousands of followers in the South. Since selling her publications and ultimately leaving her publisher post in mid 2013, she continues to freelance as a contributor as well as acting as a consultant for select luxury retail and entertainment clients. Shopping, travel and entertaining tips are posted weekly on her popular website, SouthernSophisticate.com
Stacie Standifer

As the founder of acclaimed titles Nashville Lifestyles, Nashville Weddings and AT HOME/NL, Stacie has been involved with every level of fashion, celebrity and home design over 14+ years. An avid traveler, she is a respected resource in sharing trends with thousands of followers in the South. Since selling her publications and ultimately leaving her publisher post in mid 2013, she continues to freelance as a contributor as well as acting as a consultant for select luxury retail and entertainment clients. Shopping, travel and entertaining tips are posted weekly on her popular website, SouthernSophisticate.com