New Orleans Specialty Shops

Rendezvous Linens & Lace * On Jackson Square

Visit Rendezvous Linens & Lace in the French Quarter and enter into the world of fine Linens & Laces from around the world. In this little Jackson Square shop you will discover an A-Z of Battenburg and cotton goods which includes handkerchiefs, aprons, pillow covers, tablecloths, runners, placemats, napkins, dollies, vest, shawls, and christening dresses. So while shopping in the French Quarter visit them at 522 St. Peter Street. Their phone# is 504-522-0225.

James H Cohen & Sons * 437 Royal Street

While you are shopping in the French Quarter I recommend that you check out James H. Cohen & Sons located at 437 Royal Street. This shop has been in business on Royal Street since 1898 back when Royal Street was congested with push carts, horse drawn carriages and singing peddlers. Long gone are those historic French Quarter days but not the antique firearms and swords, the rare coins and currency, and other unique collectables and jewelry that you will find inside.

Razzle Dazzle * 524 Royal Street

In keeping with the French Quarter's historic traditions, Razzle Dazzleis a fun, inviting store that features unique furnishings, specialty gifts, exclusive jewelry and extraordinary products sure to tantalize most any taste. Razzle Dazzle is an upscale shopping & retail establishment and is proud to feature the work of talented local Louisiana, and other, artists and craftsmen that produce unique and quality works. Located at 52 Royal Street, in the historic French Quarter, Razzle Dazzle is a must visit shop during your stay in New Orleans. Please stop by and visit with them, talk about all the gifts they have in the store. You�re sure to find something interesting among the blend of specialty gifts, jewelry, masks and unique product lines.

Royal Mask Shop (Mardi Gras Masks) * 710 Royal Street

While shopping in the French Quarter you will definitely want to visit the Royal Mask shop. Here you will find a large selection of Mardi Gras masks and Mardi Gras beads. While any Royal Mardi Gras masks will make a great New Orleans souvenir their feather masks are hand crafted by the owners. The Royal Mask shop is located at 710 Royal Street in the French Quarter.

The Crystal Menagerie * 315 Chartres Street

The Crystal Menagerie. is a locally owned unique shop with fantastic estate jewelry and more. The walls and ceiling hold the most unusual lamps, chandeliers and estate crystal. This shop can get almost any "critter" lamp you may request. Crystal Menagerie has prices for every budget. You must check out the $10 section for gifts to bring back home. The Crystal Menagerie is located in the French Quarter at 315 Chartres Street across from the "W" Hotel French Quarter.

Louisiana Loom Works * 616 Chartres Street

Since 1997 Louisiana Loom Works has been hand-weaving high quality rag rugs on 3 looms in their workshop in the French Quarter. While traditionally made of old clothes, sheets, etc., their rugs are made from new fabric and thread (made in the USA), though the construction method remains the same. Their rugs are created by skilled artisans from cotton thread and cotton/cotton blend fabrics, they are unique and built to last. Limited only by the maximum width of 10’, their rugs can be made in any size and color. While their workshop at 616 Chartres Street has many rugs of varying sizes available for purchase, most of their sales are custom work. For more information about Loom Works call (504) 566-7788.

The Tobacco Exchange * 320 Exchange Place

The Tobacco Exchange is your Big Easy Tobacconist, carrying a full line of cigars and accessories; pipes, pipe tobacco and accessories, imported and domestic cigarettes that will make your cigar experience memorable. The Tobacco Exchange is located in the French Quarter at 320 Exchange Place, an enchanting pedestrian thoroughfare between Bienville Avenue and Conti Street. This location reflects, architecturally and esthetically, the ambiance and old world charm for which the French Quarter is famous. At the Tobacco Exchange you can experience their products outdoor café style seating or in their leather and cedar smoking lounge. They also have a classic French Quarter Courtyard for special occasions or just a lovely evening with special friends. This location is so wonderful you will think that you are in the center of a colonial capital with stone walkways, balconies and flowers everywhere, because you are! This is one of the most beautiful urban settings in America a true treasure of our history. The Tobacco Exchange has nearly 700 open boxes to select that perfect cigar for the occasion. Be prepared for one of the widest selections of the finest cigars available. At the Tobacco Exchange you are likely to find that cigar you have been looking for everywhere. Their phone# is (504) 302-1120

Ogden Museum Store and Center for Southern Craft and Design

The Ogden Museum Store and Center for Southern Craft and Design, open during museum visiting hours, is a destination in itself, and is available independent of a visit to the museum. One-of-a-kind pottery, glass, jewelry, wood, fabric and metal items are available in the Center. The Museum Store features books on Southern art, literature, history and Southern cuisine, as well as exhibition catalogs, CDs and unique Southern Products. The Ogden Museum Store is located in the Warehouse District at 925 Camp Street.