Richmond is a great metropolis that has a lot to offer. The city is home to a thriving business district, many different art galleries and theaters, as well as a variety of sports teams. Richmond also has large and diverse shopping districts. Whether you have just moved to Richmond from out of state or are visiting to try and find the perfect Morilee wedding gown, the city has everything you could imagine to fill your shopping needs.

Let's start with the basics. If you are looking for a massive mall where you can get everything done at once, look no further then the Chesterfield Towne Center. The popular mall is home to over one hundred and forty shops and services and you will find everything from coil labeling systems to bathroom supplies to back to school clothes for your kids. The mall is anchored by a JC Penny's and a Macy's and some familiar stores include Barnes and Noble, Old Navy, and Blue Ridge Mountain Sports. The Chesterfield Towne Center is the largest shopping mall in the Richmond district and will be sure to have those words for walls you need when decorating your newly purchased real estate.

Carytown, also known as Mile of Style, is a neighborhood that stretches nine blocks around Cary Street and features many specialty boutiques, shops, cafes, and art galleries, to name a few. Carytown is one of the most unique shopping experiences you will find and Richmond, with most of the stores and shops being locally owned and operated. You will be able to find the perfect vintage mirror or a custom pair of ladies pants from a local designer. Some merchants on the Mile of Style include Can Can Brasserie, Creatures and Crooks Bookshoppe, and Galaxy Diner.

Lastly, The Short Pump Town Center and The Stoney Point Fashion Park are two popular open air shopping districts in Richmond. The Short Pump Town Center is a traditional shopping center, housing stores like Pottery Barn, The Children's Place, and Build A Bear Workshop. This is a great place to take the kids for a day because they will love the Short Pump Express that circles the mall daily. Stoney Point Fashion Park is for those who like couture and upscale fashion. You won't find a place to buy aquarium test kits in Fashion Park, but you will find designer stores like Louis Vuitton, Saks Fifth Avenue and Coach. Stoney Point Fashion Park also has a perfect park setting, making is a great location to take in some beautiful sites that Richmond has to offer while you are window shopping at all of the lovely boutiques.