Aidan Gill for Men

You might think this classic barber shop belongs in a different era, but it is tailored to meet all the grooming needs of today's man. You can get a shave, a haircut or a beard trimming in the back, or purchase all kinds of top-shelf products from the shop in the front. Be prepared to pay up, though. Care and service of this quality doesn't come cheap, and the hipster tax applies here.

• Web:

  www.aidangillformen.com

• E-mail:

  mail@aidangillformen.com

• Address:

  2026 Magazine Street, New Orleans

• Phone:

  +1 504 587 9090

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Wed 10am–6pm, Thu 10am–7pm, Fri 10am–6pm, Sat 9am–6pm, Sun noon–6pm

Fifi Mahony's

When in Rome do as the Romans do, and when in New Orleans, dress up! Whether you're searching for the perfect Mardi Gras costume, or just something outrageous to wear on any night out in the city, Fifi Mahoney's is where you'll find it. The range of wigs is the thing of legends, and there's also a great selection of cosmetics and accessories.

• E-mail:

  fifisno@gmail.com

• Address:

  934 Royal Street, New Orleans

• Phone:

  +1 504 525 4343

• Opening hours:

  Sat & Fri noon–6pm, Sun 11am–7pm

Jackson Square

Serving as home to local New Orleans artists, Jackson Square is the perfect place to purchase original art directly from the artists themselves. The art encompasses natural paintings, portraits, and home- or office-worthy pictures in general. If paintings seem to be unaccompanied on the fences, the artists are usually waiting for customers at the coffee houses.

• Address:

  Jackson Square, New Orleans

• Opening hours:

  Daily 8am–6pm

Lakeside Mall

The Lakeside Shopping Center is located in Metairie. As a retail mall, Lakeside features over 120 stores and boutiques. Armani Exchange and Michael Kors are just two top apparel shops in store. Restaurants like Red Lobster and PF Chang's China Bistro will be sure to quench your palate. Lakeside is also tax-free for international shoppers.

• Web:

  www.lakesideshopping.com

• E-mail:

  info@lakesideshopping.com

• Address:

  3301 Veterans Memorial Boulevard, Metairie

• Phone:

  +1 504 835 8000

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Sat 10am–9pm, Sun noon–6pm

Louisiana Music Factory

The shelves at this great record store are lined with everything revolving around Louisiana music culture, from its origins all the way to the newest releases, and you're welcome to give all of it a listen at one of the listening stations. You can also catch a live show on Saturdays or purchase other music-related goods like T-shirts, books, DVDs and posters.

• Web:

  www.louisianamusicfactory.com

• E-mail:

  info@louisianamusicfactory.com

• Address:

  421 Frenchmen Street, New Orleans

• Phone:

  +1 504 586 1094

• Opening hours:

  Daily 11am–8pm

New Orleans School of Glassworks

This enormous gallery and institution is located in an old brick warehouse, and offers workshops as well as the chance to purchase some very unique and truly stunning pieces of glasswork. You can often see the artists at work blowing glass or practicing their other specialties, such as fine silver alchemy, printmaking, paper sculpture, and many more.

• Web:

  www.neworleansglassworks.com

• E-mail:

  neworleansglassworks@gmail.com

• Address:

  727 Magazine Street, New Orleans

• Phone:

  +1 504 529 7277

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Sat 10am–5pm