THE VIRGINIAN GUIDE · 2026
The places you love.
The people you count on.
Find a table for tonight, a trusted local service, or somewhere new for the weekend. Explore 116 profiles across 112 categories, with practical details and recognition from established local and statewide awards.
Antiques / Abingdon
Antiques
Four floors of antiques and vintage pieces make this an extended browsing stop on Abingdon’s Main Street. Booth vendors bring changing selections, from decorative finds to objects with a practical place in the home.
Best of Abingdon 2026 — Antique Store winner (Visit Abingdon).
Details & contact information →Locally Made Goods / Virginia Beach
Locally Made Goods
A Virginia Beach maker of canvas and leather bags. The business focuses on pieces constructed locally using traditional materials, offering a way to bring home something made in the city rather than a generic souvenir.
Recognized in Coastal Virginia Magazine’s 2026 Readers’ Choice awards: Locally Made (reported by Virginia Beach Visitors Guide).
Details & contact information →Shopping Centers / Virginia Beach
Shopping Centers
A Virginia Beach shopping district combining boutiques, specialty stores and restaurants. It offers a place to put together several errands or a shopping-and-lunch outing; individual businesses set their own hours.
Recognized in Coastal Virginia Magazine’s 2026 Readers’ Choice awards: Shopping Center/Mall (reported by Virginia Beach Visitors Guide).
Details & contact information →Bridal Shops / Fairfax
Bridal Shops
An Old Town Fairfax boutique for bridal gowns and special-occasion clothing. The shop operates by appointment, giving customers time to explore silhouettes and fittings; arrange a visit before traveling to the store.
Northern Virginia Magazine, Best of NoVA 2026 — Bridal Shop.
Details & contact information →Lingerie & Bra Fitting / Vienna
Lingerie & Bra Fitting
A Vienna lingerie shop specializing in professional bra fitting. Its selection includes everyday, sports and occasion styles along with sleepwear, making a fitting appointment or in-store consultation central to the experience.
Northern Virginia Magazine, Best of NoVA 2026 — Lingerie.
Details & contact information →Thrift Stores / Harrisonburg
Thrift Stores
A nonprofit thrift store with clothing, furniture, housewares, books and other donated goods. Shopping and donating support Mennonite Central Committee’s work; check the separate store and donation hours before bringing items.
Virginia Living, Best of Virginia 2026 — Shenandoah Valley, first place, Thrift Store (reported by Harrisonburg Tourism).
Details & contact information →Consignment Shop / Richmond
Consignment Shop
A Carytown consignment shop specializing in women’s clothing alongside new accessories. The changing selection makes it a browse-oriented shopping stop; check the shop’s current consignment requirements before bringing items to sell.
Virginia Living, Best of Virginia 2026 — Central Virginia, first place: Consignment Shop
Details & contact information →Antiques / Richmond
Antiques
A Richmond antiques destination with furniture, jewelry, art and collectibles. Its varied inventory invites a longer browse for a particular period, a decorative piece or something unexpected for the home.
Virginia Living, Best of Virginia 2026 — Central Virginia, first place: Antiques
Details & contact information →Florist Shop / Richmond
Florist Shop
A Richmond florist offering flowers for everyday occasions and events. Consult the current arrangements and ordering options, then contact the shop about delivery areas or a custom event order.
Virginia Living, Best of Virginia 2026 — Central Virginia, first place: Florist Shop
Details & contact information →Sporting Goods or Outdoor Outfitter / Ashland
Sporting Goods or Outdoor Outfitter
An Ashland-area outdoor retailer serving hunting, fishing and other outdoor interests. Its product departments and services make it a practical place to plan an equipment purchase before a trip.
Virginia Living, Best of Virginia 2026 — Central Virginia, first place: Sporting Goods or Outdoor Outfitter
Details & contact information →Fine Jewelry Store / Henrico
Fine Jewelry Store
A Richmond jewelry business offering a place to explore fine jewelry and gifts. Contact the shop to confirm current collections, appointments and any repair or custom-service needs.
Virginia Living, Best of Virginia 2026 — Central Virginia, first place: Fine Jewelry Store
Details & contact information →Women’s Clothing Store / Mechanicsville
Women’s Clothing Store
A Richmond gift shop for special occasions and everyday giving. Browse its current selection for an individual present or contact the shop when planning a personalized order.
Virginia Living, Best of Virginia 2026 — Central Virginia, first place: Women’s Clothing Store
Details & contact information →Bookstore / Richmond
Bookstore
An independent bookstore in Richmond’s Shockoe Slip. Alongside its books, the shop’s author-event calendar offers another reason to visit; check current programs and ordering options before a trip.
Virginia Living, Best of Virginia 2026 — Central Virginia, first place: Bookstore
Details & contact information →Men’s Clothing Store / Richmond area
Men’s Clothing Store
A Richmond menswear business offering clothing for work, celebrations and everyday use. Contact the store about its current collections, fitting services and assistance with a particular occasion.
Virginia Living, Best of Virginia 2026 — Central Virginia, first place: Men’s Clothing Store
Details & contact information →Children’s Store / Richmond
Children’s Store
A Carytown toy and gift shop with an eclectic selection for different ages. It is a useful stop for an unusual present or a browse that extends beyond conventional toy-store choices.
Virginia Living, Best of Virginia 2026 — Central Virginia, first place: Children’s Store
Details & contact information →Gift Store / Richmond
Gift Store
A Richmond-area gift and lifestyle shop with an assortment that changes through the seasons. Browse the current collection for home items, accessories and gifts, or contact the store for a specific product.
Virginia Living, Best of Virginia 2026 — Central Virginia, first place: Gift Store
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Sep 25, 2026Our directory brings together independently researched profiles and recognition from regional and statewide awards. Each profile links to its source and identifies the original award, year and category. A regional award is not a statewide ranking. Businesses can appear in more than one category. Payment does not determine editorial selections. Check current hours, services and availability directly with each business.
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