Best Women’s Clothing StoreRockin BettieTucked away in an Arts District bungalow, this boutique specializes in retro-inspired clothes for the Viva Las Vegas Rockabilly Weekend set. From 1950s-style pinup dresses made for a tiki bar dance floor, to sultry pencil skirts perfect for slipping into a banquette at a dimly lit steakhouse, Rockin Bettie’s selection proves that even if you can’t go back to mid-century Las Vegas, you can still dress like you belong there. KD1302 S. Third St., 702-877-3000, rockinbettie.comBest Suit StoreIndochino Specializing in made-to-measure suits, Indochino gives customers a bespoke product at an off-the-rack price point. You can pick the style, fabric, lapels, buttons, pockets, and lining of your suit, and even have your name or a message embroidered on the inside. They take your measurements, and then your suit arrives in just three weeks. CMFashion Show, 3200 Las Vegas Blvd. South, 725-500-0533, indochino.com Best Outlet StoreJohn Varvatos Company Store It’s crazy to think of Downtown’s North Premium Outlets as a Las Vegas retail institution, but it is. And my favorite shop there is happily an institution as well: the John Varvatos Company Store. My go-to spot for stress-free retail therapy, the John Varvatos Company store boasts the same signature styles as the mainline store, but at prices that are beyond low — think half to a third of the price you’d typically pay retail. Add to these amazing deals a boutique setting with hardwood floors, rock ’n’ roll artwork, groovy music, and a knowledgeable staff, and the only thing that will remind you you’re at an outlet is the price at checkout. CM In the Las Vegas North Premium Outlets, premiumoutlets.com, johnvarvatos.comBest Nail SalonKiwi + BeeLocated inside Mystique Hair Studio, Kiwi + Bee is a hidden gem offering gel nail services and spa pedicures since January 2020. Owner Cristina Ball is the only employee, so one-on-one service is guaranteed, and her spirited attitude and creative mindset keep sessions fun. Retro touches, such as macramé flower hangers, make the location feel like someone’s cozy living room. Kiwi + Bee is equipped with 390 color choices and a massage chair. Its only drawback is you’ll have to plan ahead: Appointments are booked four months out. LBM3801 W. Sahara Ave., 702-797-0486, vagaro.com/kiwiandbeeBest Nail ArtistArielle MossesSelf-proclaimed indie nail fairy Arielle Mosses lives up to the internet hype about her work by seeking inspiration from experimental visuals and various art mediums. Sessions with her are unlike those with a typical manicurist. It’s just you and her sitting down in an art-filled space without the bustle of a salon, almost as if you’re visiting a friend. However, there is a seriousness in Mosses’ face as she zooms in on the canvas of your nail beds, perfecting every detail in her freehand designs and leaving you with the trendiest set you will have ever seen. GRinstagram.com/ariellemosses/Best Massage StudioNeko MassageLocated in the same small business complex that holds Carson Kitchen and Donut Bar, Neko (pronounced “neck-o”) Massage is a warm, unassuming little studio that opened in the spring of 2019 and has since established itself as Downtown’s most reliable spot for affordable, relaxing massages. Neko is one of those rare off-Strip businesses that’s cracked the code of satisfying both locals and tourists — in this case by offering a wide range of services, from a 15-minute session ($20) in one of two full-body automatic massage chairs, to an 80-minute signature massage ($105) by one of the licensed staff therapists. I’ve had great massages by everyone I’ve seen there so far, but if you need a name recommendation, you can’t go wrong with Neko Owner Cesar Castaneda, who bought the studio in September 2020 from its previous owner. HK124 S. Sixth St. , Suite 170, 702-768-5450, nekomassage.comBest Vintage Décor DealerFunky Little SuiteFunky Little Suite fulfills your vintage dreams with unique finds that exude the coolness of generations past. Ranging from Art Deco mirrors, to mid-century lamps, to ’80s glassware, the selection will inspire you to toss your current furnishings and redecorate. Founder Pamela Pereira devotes her time to discovering the stuff, which also means pieces go quickly. So, be sure to turn on post notifications when following Funky Little Suite. GRinstagram.com/funkylittlesuiteBest Thrift Store for Designer Goods Deja Blue BoutiqueIf you’re a fan of Nike, Coach, and Tory Burch, this Goodwill Boutique is for you and your fellow picky fashionistas (including me!). I’m the kind of person who wears four-inch stilettos to bake a cake, and I’m impressed with their selection. The staff keeps the displays organized efficiently and beautifully. You can find size 2 or 2x, and everything’s grouped into neat categories and subcategories. My proudest thrifting moment here: vintage gray velvet Christian Louboutins. Take my $50, and I’ll cherish those bright red soles forever. LBM10300 W. Charleston Blvd. Suite 1, 702-586-1100, goodwill.vegas/boutiqueBest Vintage Clothing StoreThe Attic Vintage Clothing Co.The Attic, Vegas’ iconic vintage clothing store, is back. It was a Downtown staple in the ’90s, and it’s now owned and operated by Christina Politis, daughter of the original owner. Christina selects every piece the boutique carries, specializing in nostalgia-heavy garments from the ’80s and ’90s. She’s enticing a new generation of conscious shoppers who want to own unique pieces nobody else will have. CM1010 N. Main St., 702-518-2657, theatticvintageco.etsy.com Best Thrift Store for Random TreasuresDinosaurs & RosesDinosaurs & Roses offers the thrill of a great deal. This bazaar-style shop peddles unique and affordable treasures — and if the price isn’t right, they’re willing to negotiate. You can find artwork, clothing, coffee tables, rugs, and other donated goods, both gently used and new. On a recent shopping trip, I landed a century-old Japanese teacup set for only $30! And the big T-Rex-sized bonus of shopping at Dinosaurs & Roses: a portion of proceeds supports scholarships for students in Nevada. ZG3335 E. Tropicana Ave., 702-277-3752, dinosaursandroses.orgBest Store for New BooksThe Writer’s BlockThe Writer’s Block has been open only since 2014, but it’s already carved its own niche in Las Vegas. During lockdown, their mail order/pickup service kept many of us sane, and they reopened with both shelves and the calendar fully restocked for the community. The store is filled with a handpicked selection of sellers, classics, and more edgy publications, but they can also order (and ship) a huge array of books. The Writer’s Block also offers the kinds of experiences you can’t order online — a coffee shop with brews and smoothies, as well as events ranging from book signings to Bourbon Book Club meetings. LTR519 S. Sixth St., Suite 100, 702-550-6399, thewritersblock.orgBest Store for Used BooksDragon CastleJust a humble strip mall storefront, no window displays, plain wood bookcases inside — but the real story is what’s on those shelves. Dragon Castle stocks books of all genres — sure, there’s fantasy and sci-fi, but also classical literature and trashy romance. In nonfiction, you’ll find biography, history, cooking, music … the sections aren’t vast, but each yields up treasures, both appealingly vintage and in like-new condition. In film, you may find a history of the Beverly Hills Hotel and its resident stars; in children’s books, a motherlode of mid-century Golden Books; and the comics will make you realize not only that there was an Evil Dead/Xena Warrior Princess crossover, but also that, yes, you need all four volumes. LTR3142 N. Rainbow Blvd., 702-658-8583, dragon-castle-books.square.site♦ HALL OF FAME ♦Best Comic StoreMaximuM ComicsMaximuM Comics opened its first store in Las Vegas in 2007 with the goal of sharing a love of comic books in a warm, welcoming, well-organized space. Owner Jay Bosworth nailed that target. There