Downtown Thomasville
This southwest Georgia town has top-notch shopping all year long, but Christmas is extra special, with festively decorated storefronts and shops open seven days a week. Peruse vintage vinyl at Apollo Records in the USA, browse gifts at Firefly and Quirky Perks, and find something special for your favorite outdoor enthusiasts at Kevin’s Fine Outdoor Gear and Apparel. Check off the little ones on your list with treats from Imagination Emporium and Lillie & Co. Take a break to refuel with a locally sourced charcuterie board at Farmer’s Daughter Vineyards + Tasting Room.

Buckhead Village, Atlanta
This open-air shopping and dining district is a destination for high-end wares. You’ll find big-name international brands such as Christian Louboutin, Dior, Hermès, Brunello Cucinelli, Le Labo, and American-designed fashions from Billy Reid and B.M. Franklin. Don’t miss Atlanta-originated retailers Abbey Glass, for refined dresses, and Bella Cucina, for artisan gourmet products, from spreads to seasoning salts to pasta sauce. Atlantan Don Purcell’s eponymous boutique is a wonderland of modern fine jewelry, art and gifts.

Broughton Street, Savannah
For unique gifts and treasures, head to the Hostess City’s most famous shopping street. Start at The Paris Market to sample from an array of delicious macarons, and Brocante to peruse antiques, vintage artwork, candles, jewelry, beauty products and perfume from Europe. Head to Nourish for handmade natural bath and body products, from scrubs to bath fizzies, and to Savannah Bee Company, where you can sample every flavor of honey they sell.