Shopping In Duck On The Outer Banks Of North Carolina

Aura Beauty Bazaar

1187 Duck Road, Loblolly Pines Shopping Center
Duck
(252) 715-1400

Aura Beauty Bazaar is a super-girly, upscale beauty boutique. It’s the only place on the Outer Banks to find Smashbox cosmetics, Peter Thomas Roth skincare and ME! Bath products, plus you’ll find hundreds of colors of nail polish, fragrances, vintage dresses and—get this!—an eyelash bar featuring 48 different styles of eyelashes. This is not a beauty salon, but owner Tamara Van Kirk does offer airbrush makeup, airbrush tanning and free makeup application every Thursday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Van Kirk has been in the cosmetics industry for years and says she has done more than a thousand faces. She invites women to her store to experiment and play with a new look. She’s open only from Memorial Day through Labor Day.

Beach Braids

1171 Duck Road, Scarborough Lane Shopping Center
Duck
(252) 261-3769

Get the ultimate vacation souvenir with a colorful hairwrap, some cornrows or a temporary tattoo. Beach Braids is the only Outer Banks shop offering natural henna tattoos in addition to black henna tattoos. Natural henna is a reddish-brown color instead of black. Beach Braids has a Mendhi artist on staff, and they also offer “Hollywood” tattoos with a wide range of designs. This store also sells custom, handmade jewelry. Beach Braids is professional and organized with a skilled staff and comfortable waiting area. Appointments or walk-ins are accepted, and large groups can easily be accommodated. This business is open in the spring and summer season only. They also have a studios in Nags Head and Corolla.

Beach Gallery

1177 Duck Road, Scarborough Faire
Duck
(252) 261-5757

This gallery is filled with a wide variety of oil paintings, so many that you’re sure to find one you like. Once you have selected a painting, you then get to choose the frame that best suits your home’s décor. The frames are pre-made in sizes to fit the canvases, so framing only takes a few minutes before you’re on your way.

Beach Petites

Scarborough Lane Shopping Center
Duck
(252) 441-1640

Beach Petites moved from its location in Kill Devil Hills to Duck in 2010. This shop offers casual clothing and accessories, mostly in petite sizes. Even if you’re not a petite, stop in to check out the accessories and the regular-sized tops and jackets. Beach Petites carries Lana Lee Sport, Taylor Brook, Patty Kim and Casual Studio lines and offers personalized service and mail orders.

Bob’s Bait & Tackle

1180 Duck Road
Duck
(252) 261-8589

Bob’s is the only tackle shop in Duck, but that’s not the only reason you should choose this one when you’re looking for bait, tackle, gear and other fishing trip necessities. Bob’s also offers friendly service and expert advice and information, and the staff can steer you toward reputable guide services and inshore and offshore fishing charters.

Cacique Shop/ Duck Post Office

1245 Duck Road
Duck
(252) 261-8555

Duck’s tiny post office is located at this shop, which is in the shopping center at the entrance to the Barrier Island complex. The shop sells locally made carved birds, greeting cards, post cards, books, Ts and sweats, “Duck” stuff and odds and ends.

Candy and Corks

1240 Duck Road, The Waterfront Shops
Duck
(252) 255-0600

Wonderful treats await you at this store. Satisfy your sweet tooth with classic candies, taffy and chocolate, or get great noshes like gourmet nuts and salty snacks. Candy and Corks also sells wine, a great variety by the bottle and case.

Christmas Mouse

1171 Duck Road, Scarborough Lane Shopping Center
Duck
(252) 261-5404

Discover an enchanting place where the magic of Christmas abounds all year-round. Delight in their selection of traditional and contemporary Christmas collectibles, decorations and favorites, sure to bring a twinkle to the eyes of all ages.

Coastal Provisions Market

1 Ocean Boulevard, Southern Shores Crossing
Southern Shores
(252) 480-0023

This chef-operated specialty market features a full-service butcher; fresh local seafood and steamer pots; a deli with house-roasted meats and amazing sandwiches on their fresh baked ciabatta bread; a vast array of cheeses; specialty grocery products, and beer and wine. They also offer ready-to-go meals for take-out as well as full catering services. Within the market’s wine shop is Coastal Provisions Wine Bar & Cafe, an intimate setting for a candle-lit dinner and wine. See our Restaurants section.

CVS

5547 N. Croatan Highway, The Marketplace
Southern Shores
(252) 261-6621, (252) 261-8097 (pharmacy)

In addition to its pharmacy, CVS stocks over-the-counter medicines, office supplies, toiletries, makeup, baby products, beach toys and gear, magazines, candy and some groceries, beer and much more. There is also a one-hour photo lab.

Diane’s Lavish Linens

1171 Duck Road, Scarborough Lane Shopping Center
Duck
(252) 255-0555

Everything about this store is soothing and luxurious, especially the fragrances that infuse the store with a soft, heavenly scent. The newest Vera Bradley handbags and accessories grab your attention, and you’ll find that your hands can’t resist touching all the wonderful fabrics and linens — lace, high-thread-count sheets, pillows, comforters, shower curtains, rugs, towels and kitchen linens. Don’t miss the great selection of baby gifts.

Discount T-shirt Outlet

1194 Duck Road, Osprey Landing
Duck
(252) 261-6580

If you’re looking for souvenir T-shirts, this store offers inexpensive shirts in a variety of designs for all ages.

Diva’s Day Spa and Salon

1 Ocean Boulevard, Southern Shores Crossing Shopping Center
Southern Shores
(252) 255-1772

Diva’s offers hair styling, makeup application, manicures and pedicures, skin care and facials, massages and body scrubs and wraps. Whether you simply need a little pampering or you’re preparing for a special occasion such as a wedding, Diva’s will treat you right. This salon has a laid-back but stylish atmosphere.

Dockside N Duck Seafood Market

1213 Duck Road, Wee Winks Square
Duck
(252) 261-8687

When you feel like cooking at home, Dockside has all the fresh seafood you’ll need for an Outer Banks feast. Live and steamed crabs, crabmeat, steamed shrimp, fresh shrimp, clams, scallops, oysters, mussels, fish and lobsters – they’re all here, along with the condiments you’ll need. They also sell seafood-inspired prepared foods for take-out, such as homemade soups (try the she-crab and clam chowder) and seafood dips (try the Cajun crab dip and crab-artichoke dip). Homemade pies and fresh bread round out the offerings.

Donna Designs

1240 Duck Road, The Waterfront Shops
Duck
(252) 261-6868

Donna Designs is known for its popular wearable art that is hand-painted one piece at a time in an Outer Banks studio. Each year designer Donna Haddon’s original beach-inspired designs enhance top-quality women’s, kids’ and babies’ clothing. Her designs generally have a fun, coastal theme — turtles, fish, crabs — but the end result is definitely a cut above souvenir standards. Gift items, jewelry and other apparel are available here as well.

Duck Village Outfitters

1207 Duck Road
Duck
(252) 261-7222

In a brand-new building in the heart of Duck across from Nags Head Hammocks, Duck Village Outfitters is Duck’s original surf shop. DVO offers bike, kayak and surf rentals, including body and skim boards and wetsuits. They also offer kayak tours and surf lessons. DVO sells gear and clothing including popular brand names like Volcom, Rusty, Quiksilver, Billabong, Roxy and more.

Duck’s Cottage Coffee and Books

1240 Duck Road, on the pond at The Waterfront Shops
Duck
(252) 261-5510

Duck’s Cottage is an independent bookstore featuring an eclectic assortment of books, all hand-picked by book buyer Jamie Layton. You’ll find hardback bestsellers, but the true banquet awaits on well-stocked shelves of interesting paperbacks in all genres — fiction, nonfiction, regional, children’s, cookbooks and more. Matching the perfect book to each individual customer is Jamie’s true talent. Duck’s Cottage also sells a variety of East Coast newspapers, cards, gift items, coffee and pastries (see our Restaurants section).

Duck’s General Store

1240 Duck Road, The Waterfront Shops
Duck
(252) 261-5579

Duck’s General Store offers up a variety of gifts and goods. There’s a great selection of books, from local and regional titles to humorous reads. Silver jewelry is popular here. OBX stuff, Duck souvenirs, hats, Ts, sweats, post cards, greeting cards and lots of collectibles round out the offerings.

Farmer’s Daughter

Duck Soundside Shops
Duck
(252) 261-4828

The Farmer’s Daughter is so chock-full of goods you probably won’t be able to see it all in one visit, nor can we describe it all here. But if you’re a die-hard shopper, you’ll love wandering through all the rooms, discovering crafts, artwork, collectibles, decoys and waterfowl carvings, home and garden accents, nautical and coastal décor, chimes, candles, jewelry, flags, shell art, Christmas decorations, toys, casual apparel, T-shirts and sweatshirts and a lot more.

Food Lion

5549 N. Croatan Highway, The Marketplace
Southern Shores
(252) 261-3205

Food Lion is a major chain grocery store in the Southeast. The store includes a deli, bakery, butcher and fresh produce section and all the major grocery items you will need.

Goodwill Community Foundation Store

5381 N. Virginia Dare Trail
Southern Shores
(252) 255-5111

This second-hand store sells a variety of goods, mostly clothing for all ages. You’ll also find some home accessories, furniture, books, small appliances, baby gear and toys. It’s located beside the Southern Shores Town Hall.

Greenleaf Art Gallery

1169 Duck Road
Duck
(252) 261-2009

Greenleaf is a showcase gallery of fine art and craft. It’s owned by Outer Banks painter Rick Tupper and his wife, Didi, whose knowledge of art and craft is well-respected. This is a mixed-media gallery, but the main focus is on American art glass, original paintings and hand-crafted designer jewelry from local and national artists.

Island Bookstore

1177 Duck Road, Scarborough Faire
Duck
(252) 261-8981

This independent neighborhood bookshop beats those mega-stores hands down. The service is impeccable and the selection is great. All subjects are covered, including a good variety of fiction, local and regional books, children’s books, cookbooks, mysteries and more. New York Times Bestsellers hardbacks are discounted. Plus there are audio books, puzzles and greeting cards. If you can’t find what you want, special orders are welcomed and are prompt.

Island Trader

1171 Duck Road, Scarborough Lane Shopping Center
Duck
(252) 261-2273

Island Trader is an upscale gallery selling all sorts of gift items, whether it’s for you or someone else. They have one of the largest selections of sterling silver jewelry in Duck along with a fun and interesting assortment of other accessories like hats and handbags. You’ll also find garden accessories, home décor, artwork, candles and a huge selection of North Carolina hand-crafted pottery.

Islands By Amity

1240 Duck Road, The Waterfront Shops
Duck
(252) 261-5164

Islands By Amity is an upscale clothing boutique for hip, fashion-motivated women from ages 16 to 60. Amity keeps Outer Bankers up on the latest trends with clothing from such lines as Citizens of Humanity, Michael Stars and Free People, along with super-cute dresses and clothes for price-conscious shoppers. Islands by Amity features a full line of accessories and jewelry plus unique home accessories for the contemporary, fashionable lifestyle including recycled rugs, candles, frames and more.