Best Clothing
Buffalo Exchange
2001 E. Speedway Boulevard
520-795-0508
buffaloexchange.com
Buffalo Exchange is known for mixing secondhand fashion with current trends. The shop carries everything from vintage pieces to bold accessories. Shoppers can also buy, sell or trade for unique and affordable pieces.
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Creations
Multiple locations
creations24.com
Sonoran Stitch Factory
609 W. Rillito Street
520-338-9738
sonoranstitch.com
Best Resale Clothing
Plato’s Closet
Multiple locations
platoscloset.com
Plato’s Closet is focused on reselling trendy clothing for teens and young adults. The store buys and sells gently used name brands at affordable prices. The store is locally owned and a go-to for fast fashion without the fast fashion impact.
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Buffalo Exchange
2001 E. Speedway Boulevard
520-795-0508
buffaloexchange.com
Tucson Thrift Shop
319 N. Fourth Avenue
520-623-8736
tucsonthriftshop.com
Best Nail Salon
Greentoes
529 N. Sixth Avenue, 520-777-6281
615 W. Roller Coaster Road, 520-329-8972
greentoestucson.com
Greentoes offers manicures and pedicures with a focus on organic and vegan products that are both gentle and effective. The eco-chic salon creates a calm environment designed for self-care and relaxation. Their commitment to natural nail care and environmentally conscious products sets them apart.
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Gadabout SalonSpas
Multiple locations
gadabout.com
Classy Nails by Le
1800 E. Fort Lowell Road
520-795-1985
classynailsbyletucson.com
Best Home Furnishings
Copenhagen
Multiple locations
copenhagenliving.com
Copenhagen is known for its contemporary furniture that combines sleek design with high quality craftsmanship. The Tucson showroom presents thousands of square feet of living, dining and office furnishings styled for modern living. Their curated collections make them the top choice for home furnishings.
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Ashley HomeStore
100 N. Pantano Road
520-917-2417
ashleyfurniture.com
AZ Modern
4469 E. Fifth Street
520-977-5340
azmodern.net
Best Day Spa
Hacienda del Sol
5501 N. Hacienda del Sol Road
520-526-9345
haciendadelsol.com
Hacienda del Sol blends luxury spa treatments with the tranquility of the Sonoran Desert. Guests can enjoy massages, facials and body therapies in a setting that emphasizes relaxation and renewal. Their pristine outdoor heated pools and hot tubs also contribute to the relaxation experience.
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Gadabout SalonSpas
Multiple locations
gadabout.com
Greentoes
529 N. Sixth Avenue, 520-777-6281
615 W. Roller Coaster Road, 520-329-8972
greentoestucson.com
Best Vintage Shopping
Midtown Mercantile Merchants
3330 E. Speedway Boulevard
520-777-7275
midtownmm.com
Midtown Mercantile Merchants houses dozens of vintage dealers offering everything from mid-century furniture to retro clothing. Shoppers can shop for an ever-changing selection, including industrial decor, western wear, furnishings and retro collectibles.
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22nd Street Antique Mall
5302 E. 22nd Street
520-514-5262
facebook.com/22ndstreetantiquemalltuscon
Tucson Thrift Shop
319 N. Fourth Avenue
520-623-8736
tucsonthriftshop.com
Best Tanning Salon
Heavenly Glow
7846 E. Wrightstown Road
520-733-3600
heavenlyglowtans.com
Heavenly Glow provides tanning beds, sunless spray tanning and red light therapy tailored to client preferences. Their emphasis on consistent quality and safe practices creates a trusted experience for year-round glow. Customers can shop from seven glow packages, including teeth whitening.
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Beach Bunnie
943 E. University Boulevard
520-792-8267
beachbunnietanning.com
Planet Beach
12112 N. Rancho Vistoso Boulevard
520-877-8266
planetbeach.com
Best Local Clothing Designer
Ruby Jane
25 Tubac Road
rubyjanedesigns.com
Ruby Jane is dedicated to designing and making clothing that is flattering to women of all shapes and sizes. She is experienced in ladies’ wear manufacturing and merchandising, sourcing fabric from her birth country of South Africa. The company was founded in 2011 and aims to make customers love each piece of clothing.
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Black Broccoli
shopblackbroccoli.com
Erin Cox, Southwestern Belle
instagram.com/erin_._cox
Best Lash Boutique
LALA Lash
2914 N. Campbell Avenue
520-479-4425
dauntlessbeautyaz.glossgenius.com
LALA Lash specializes in lash extensions that enhance natural beauty with precision and artistry. Their boutique setting allows for individualized attention and customized results. With close proximity to the University of Arizona, students tend to book often, but they are still accepting new clients.
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Lash Lab
6544 E. Tanque Verde Road
520-820-0143
facebook.com/lashlabllc
Blink Beauty
4429 E. Broadway Boulevard
Best Jewelry
Silver Sea Jewelry
330 N. Fourth Avenue
520-624-9954
facebook.com/SilverSeaJewelry
Silver Sea Jewelry is a Fourth Avenue staple known for selling ocean and nature inspired designs since 1993. The shop offers a mix of handcrafted pieces, sterling silver and unique stones. Shoppers can find both statement jewelry and everyday treasures in the cozy boutique.
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Luna and Saya
lunaandsaya.com
Heliotrope
heliotropemetal.com
Best Hair Salon
Gadabout
Multiple locations
gadabout.com
Gadabout offers full-service haircare in a polished, welcoming atmosphere. Guests can experience a personalized consultation with precision cuts, styling and treatments from a team of highly trained professionals. The hair salon strives to offer the best service with customers’ lifestyles, face shapes and
desires in mind.
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The Coyote Wore Sideburns
2855 E. Grant Road
5206237341
thecoyoteworesideburns.com
Salon Salon
410 E. Toole Avenue
520-777-3224
salonsalonaz.com
Best Place To Get Great Hair Color
Gadabout
Multiple locations
gadabout.com
Gadabout’s color specialists are trained in advanced techniques ranging from balayage to vibrant fashion shades. The salon uses high-quality products that maintain healthy, beautiful hair while delivering standout results. The hair salon is continuously creating color techniques that inspire and reflect customers’ personal style.
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Luna Hair Studio
4570 N. First Avenue
520-869-9727
facebook.com/lunahairstudioaz
Hairmosa Salon
2425 E. Broadway Boulevard
520-971-1886
hairmosasalontucson.com
Best Tattoo Parlor
Black Rose
421 N. Fourth Avenue
520-990-2744
blackrosetattooers.com
Black Rose has been part of Tucson’s tattoo community since 1995, offering custom work in a range of styles. The studio is known for bold linework, detailed shading and clean artistry tailored to each client. Artists collaborate closely with customers to bring unique designs to life.
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Haunted Hands
510 N. Seventh Avenue
520-329-2002
hauntedhands.com
Sacred Art
Multiple locations
sacredarttattoostudio.com
Best Tattoo Removal/Alteration
Oops Laser Removal
5647 E. Grant Road
520-488-5715
oopslaser.com
Oops Laser Removal specializes in safe and effective tattoo removal using advanced laser technology. The clinic erases unwanted ink with seamless, speedy and “sometimes comfy” treatments. Their services include laser tattoo removal, laser acne scar reduction, laser nail fungus removal, laser spider vein treatment, sun spot correction and teeth whitening.
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Pima Dermatology
5150 E. Glenn Street
520-795-7729
pimaderm.com
Look Within Studios
2103 S. Sixth Avenue
520-599-4420
facebook.com/LookWithinStudiosHairbyMelissaSubia
Best Tattoo Artist
Lisa Cardenas
510 N. Seventh Avenue
lisacardenasart.com
Lisa Cardenas is an experienced tattoo artist with over 15 years of experience. She owns Haunted Hands, an appointment-only tattoo shop with a focus on tattooing as a legitimate form of art. Her art is inspired by her love for Tucson and the Sonoran Desert.
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Anthony Michaels
instagram.com/antmikes
Nikki (Evil Eye Tattoo)
47 S. Sixth Avenue
520-447-9111
evileyetattootucson.com
Best Place to Get Pierced
Straight to the Point
1927 E. Grant Road
520-808-1684
sttptucson.com
Straight to the Point is a member-piercing studio that ensures the highest standards of safety and professionalism. The shop was founded in 2009 and carries a wide range of implant-grade jewelry, from precious metals to gemstones. Experienced piercers guide clients through each step, from selection to aftercare.
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Black Rose
421 N. Fourth Avenue
5209902744
blackrosetattooers.com
Sacred Art
Multiple locations
sacredarttattoostudio.com
Best Barber Shop
Barrio Barbershop
4625 E. Broadway Boulevard
520-790-8192
facebook.com/barriobarbershop520
Barrio Barbershop, a locally owned shop, blends classic barbering traditions with a laid-back community vibe. The team offers clean fades, straight razor shaves and detailed grooming in a welcoming space. One client wrote, “Great customer service … and reasonably priced.”
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Gentlemen Jacks
13360 E. Mary Ann Cleveland Way
520-838-0899
gentlemanjacksbarberlounge.com
V’s Barbershop
Multiple locations
vbarbershop.com
Best Florist
Inglis Florists
2362 E. Broadway Boulevard
5206224641
inglisflorists.com
Inglis Florists has been family-owned since 1940, serving Tucson with arrangements for every occasion.
Their designers create everything from elegant bouquets to large event displays using fresh, seasonal flowers. The shop ensures that every delivery is timely and handled with the “utmost care.”
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Mayfield Florist
2200 N. Wilmot Road
520-760-1111
mayfieldflorist.com
4th Ave Flower Shop
531 N. Fourth Avenue
520-622-7673
fourthavenue.org
Best Eyeglass/Optical Retailer
Alvernon Optical
Multiple locations
alvernonoptical.com
Alvernon Optical provides comprehensive eye care paired with an extensive selection of frames and lenses. The staff offers personalized fittings and options ranging from fashion eyewear to specialty prescriptions. They understand that each patient has unique vision care needs, which is why they are committed to providing the best possible personalized eye care.
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Arizona Primary Eye Care
Multiple locations
arizonaprimaryeyecare.com
Fishkind Bakewell
Multiple locations
oracleeye.com
Best Local Jewelry Designer
Luna and Saya (@lunaandsaya)
lunaandsaya.com
Luna and Saya is a Latina-owned business that creates handcrafted jewelry, including earrings, necklaces and bolo ties. Jewelry pieces are made from polymer clay and are lightweight and durable. Marina, the owner, makes beautiful pieces to remind people to be courageous and bold.
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Heliotrope (@heliotropemetal)
heliotropemetal.com
Sofie Albertsen (@sofie_albertsen)
ilovemast.com/pages/sofie
