Nags Head and Area Shopping Outer Banks NC

Hotline Too! Thrift Store

2001 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 10
Nags Head
(252) 441-1244

Outer Banks Hotline is the local domestic violence shelter and crisis intervention center, and the Thrift Shop is one of the ways it raises money. If you love hunting through thrift stores, you’ll go crazy for this one. You’ll find clothes, furniture, books, records, house wares and a lot more.

Island Art Supply & Custom Framing

5230 N. Virginia Dare Trail, The Beach Road, MP 1
Kitty Hawk
(252) 255-5078

Island Art Supply offers professional-quality paintbrushes, paints, easels and canvas. They also carry art supplies for children. The custom framing services include professional matting and framing, and there are also ready-made frames.

Island Bookstore

3712 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 4.5
Kitty Hawk
(252) 255-5590

Island Bookstore is a full-service, independent bookstore with a comprehensive selection of books to please every reader. This bookseller’s special strengths include a children’s section to delight every age from toddlers to teachers, a large choice of audio books and more than 200 magazine titles. New York Times bestseller hardbacks are always discounted, and special orders are welcome. The Island Bookstore also has locations in Duck and Corolla.

Island Dyes

1800 S. Virginia Dare Trail, The Beach Road, MP 9.5
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 480-0076

Island Dyes has been on the beach for more than 20 years. Originally a shop with tons of tie-dyed Ts, Island Dyes now specializes in tobacco accessories and body piercing. If you head south, check out Island Dyes in Salvo.

Island Nautical

3810 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 4.5
Kitty Hawk
(252) 261-6799

If the nautical theme is your thing, then this is your place. This huge collection includes home décor pieces, gifts, artwork, ship models, compasses, authentic ship lanterns, telescopes and much more. You’re sure to find a gift for a nautical nut or a nautical item for your home that will bring the seafaring history of the Outer Banks home with you.

Island Tobacco

4711 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 14
Nags Head
(252) 441-1392

Island Tobacco offers cigars, imported cigarettes, pipe tobacco and smoking paraphernalia.

Islander Flags

6146 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 1/4
Kitty Hawk
(252) 261-6266

Islander Flags set up shop on the Outer Banks in 1988. In addition to their best-selling American flags, they have hundreds of decorative flags, and customers rave about the selection. Now with an expanded showroom, the choices are even greater and include pirate, historical, university and beach scenes just to name a few. You can order custom flags in the newly renovated custom design center, taking inspiration from your family crest, pet, vacation home or wedding. Islander Flags also installs flagpoles. Decorate your garden, home or boat with one of their colorful creations, and also explore their collection of wind socks, outdoor art, wind chimes, welcome mats and mailbox covers.

Izod

7100 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 16.5
Nags Head
(252) 480-1438

Choose from popular sportswear, casual clothing and golf apparel for men and women.

J. Crew

7100 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 16.5
Nags Head
(252) 441-1874

Get great J.Crew style at a great price. Find everything from accessories to dresses and sports jackets. This location has clothes for men and women.

Jewelry by Gail

207 Driftwood Street
Nags Head
(252) 441-5387

Designing in platinum, gold and silver, Gail Kowalski is a local artist whose work with natural, fancy-colored diamonds and other precious gems has won her national recognition. She creates one-of-a-kind, high-quality jewelry pieces and also features a large selection of hand-picked, reasonably priced selections from the world over, including designers Alwand Vahan, David B., Mazza and Hidalgo. To see a work of astonishing beauty, stop in for a look at her amethyst chandelier.

Just for the Beach Rentals

1006 South Virginia Dare Trail, The Beach Road, MP 9
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 441-9480, (252) 441-6048, (866) OBX-RENT

If you couldn’t bring it or forgot it, don’t worry. Just for the Beach Rentals probably has it, and they can deliver it to you before you even miss it. Here you can rent baby equipment such as cribs, pack-n-plays, high chairs, exersaucers and strollers, cottage equipment like roll-a-way beds or grills, plus tennis rackets, bikes, kayaks, boogie boards, skim boards or maybe even a surfboard. They also have beach equipment including sun canopies, umbrellas and chairs. Just for the Beach also sells fishing equipment, sunglasses and suntan lotion.

KDH Cooperative Gallery

502 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 8.5
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 441-9888

The KDH Cooperative Gallery is a fun stop for the whole family. They have a sparkly winged horse in front of the gallery that provides a great photo opportunity. Inside, you’ll find the work of at least 40 local artists in a variety of mediums including jewelry, ceramics, acrylic, watercolor, fibers, collage, mosaic, oils, photography, pottery, woodcarving, glass and metals. The gallery is operated by 25 co-op artist members. Some of these members have their working studios on the second floor of the gallery, and you’re welcome to go up and see them at work. A local artist is always on duty, so be sure to ask any questions you may have about the work. And, if you get inspired, make one of your questions about the art classes for adults and kids or the kids craft workshops.

Kellogg Design Center

5000 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 14
Nags Head
(252) 441-9981

In the market for a new kitchen or bath? Or maybe you’d just like to spruce up what you have with new counter tops, fixtures, flooring or lighting? The folks at Kellogg Design Center offer interior design services for new homes and remodels, and their experienced and knowledgeable staff will guide you through the product selection and design process while providing the personal attention you need when making these decisions. Visit their state-of-the-art showroom for ideas and to see how they can help make your dreams a reality.

Kitchen Collection

7100 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 16.5
Nags Head
(252) 449-2508

This outlet store has everything you could possibly need for the kitchen, including small appliances and the latest kitchen tools.

Kitty Hawk Garden Center

4351 The Woods Road
Kitty Hawk
(252) 255-5229

Gardeners will love this stop. They have perennials, annuals, evergreen trees and shrubs and tropical plants. You’ll also find gardening gifts, containers, tools, patio and garden furniture and more. Those who enjoy plants but don’t exactly have a green thumb will appreciate the custom planting, container gardens and landscaping services they offer.

Knitting Addiction

400 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 255-5648

Anyone who knits or crochets will love this store. The selection of yarns is astounding, and there are many hand-dyed and luxury yarns. You’ll also find patterns, needles, supplies and technical support for all levels.

Lasting Effect Frame Shop and Gallery

2705-C N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 6
Kill Devil Hills
(252) 715-1771

Textile artist and photographer Lara Parks has opened a new frame shop and gallery in the Gaither Center in Kill Devil Hills. Lara does all the custom framing herself, and she can help you select the perfect frames for your photographs and artwork. She also operates a gallery that features local paintings, pottery, photographs, scarves, handmade bags, sculpture and some painted furniture. It’s open Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Life is Good Store

3925 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 12.5
Nags Head
(252) 449-0650

At this store you’ll find clothing and accessories from the cheerful Life is Good brand as well as the Good Dog line. Look for T-shirts, hats, shoes, coffee mugs, jewelry and gifts, plus dog accessories such as collars, bowls and more.

Life on a Sandbar and Hairwraps

3933 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 12.5
Nags Head
(252) 449-9066

With some of the coolest temporary tattoos and hair wraps on the beach, as well as lots of fun activities for kids of all ages, Life on a Sandbar is a great stop during your vacation. They have a fun make-your-own sand art box that the boys really get into, and don’t miss their fun, color-changing T-shirts and nail polish – just add sun! They also have local art such as wind chimes, photography, ceramics, jewelry, paintings, hats and more.

Lil’ Grass Shack

2707 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 10.5
Nags Head
(252) 441-1922

Where else can you find a grass dressing room? This boutique offers fashionable ladies dresses and other clothing, Hobo International purses and clutches, and a wide array of handmade sterling silver jewelry. The owner and staff are very helpful and do a great job of stocking this store with cute things you see on everyone else.

Lilly’s Closet

3810 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 4.5
Kitty Hawk
(252) 441-2355

Lilly’s Closet is one of the only clothing stores on the beach devoted exclusively to children. They have children’s clothing and swimwear in sizes from newborns up to size seven and carry clothing for all occasions, from dress to play. Lilly’s Closet also has unique wooden toys, many of which are made in the U.S.A., plus books, plush animals, rain gear and more. Their new line of super-soft organic onesies for baby are very cute and eco-friendly. This is a great place to find the perfect baby shower gift, and they offer a baby registry for expectant parents.

Lone Wolff Trading Co.

206 E. Gallery Row
Nags Head
(252) 449-5111

This Gallery Row shop offers a mix of attractive and reasonably priced jewelry made from semi-precious stones and silver, including creative wire-wrapped and broken china jewelry made by a local artist. The owner, Chris, travels to find small companies and individual artists to represent in the shop, so you’ll find items here that you won’t likely see elsewhere. She features more than 200 artists in the shop, and it’s filled with unusual finds such as whimsical garden figurines, wind chimes, typewriter key earrings, Twilight series and recycled button jewelry, dog treats and retro candy.

Lotus Day Spa & Boutique

3810 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 4.5
Kitty Hawk
(252) 261-0800

Pamper yourself or a loved one at one of the most unique spas on the Outer Banks. Lotus offers a relaxing, tranquil and revitalizing atmosphere that soothes the mind, body and soul. Featured services are microdermabrasion, custom facials, therapeutic massage, reflexology, and manicure and pedicure treatments. Dermalogica® Skin Care products are exclusively used for most treatments and retailed in the boutique. Local art, photography, custom clay sculptured-base wine and champagne glassware, handmade soaps and other body products make great gifts or vacation mementos. Gift certificates are available for individual and package spa services. Small groups are welcome. Lotus is open year-round, and appointments are recommended.

Major Party

3834 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 4
Kitty Hawk
(252) 255-1196

Major Party has everything you need to throw a great party, from the invitations to the dinner plates and piñatas. They can print napkins and invitations for any occasion. The balloons, party favors and accessories can add sparkle to any gathering.

Mattress Xpress

5000 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 14
Nags Head
(252) 441-1497

This is a locally owned and operated mattress store, and they carry bedding from Spring Air and Carolina Mattress Guild, both of which are handmade right here in North Carolina.