 GREG GILBERT / THE SEATTLE TIMES
The Elliott Bay Book Co. is a favorite Pioneer Square destination.
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Pioneer Square shopping
This historic gallery-filled business district, home to Seattle's oldest buildings and newest stadiums, isn't blossoming with hip boutiques. But what it does have is wonderful ambience and a core of very interesting, independent merchants — quietly going about their business, selling unique products you won't find anywhere else.
A.J. Smith and Co. Antiques
Looking for something a little zanier? Laugh over the vintage postcards and collectibles available here.
Antique Importers
The English influence is evident here, with 4,500 square feet of oak wardrobes and tables that date back at least 100 years, sections of terra-cotta chimneys and a wide selection of beveled mirrors and stained-glass windows.
Antiques at Pike Place
Sparkly things are the order of the day here, with cases upon cases of reasonably priced vintage wedding-ring sets, Christmas jewelry and the occasional tiara.
Bud's Jazz Records
Located in a cool, dark Pioneer Square basement, Bud's is a must for anyone who digs the smell of old vinyl LPs, loves jazz or both. Practically the entire history of the genre can be found here, from the big bands to hard bop.
Cowri Ethnic Treasures
Specializing in African art, clothing and jewelry, Cowri also carries African Botanical Shea Butter and Lotion, saris, incense and musical instruments.
Current
The showroom for this ultramodern collection of pieces for every room in the house is full of surprises.
Elliott Bay Book Co.
Simply put, this is one of the finest bookstores in the Northwest. Elliott Bay's selection of books and periodicals is enormous, the staff is knowledgeable and authors drop by to read from their works almost daily.
Flora & Fauna Books
Flora & Fauna is full of thousands of tomes related to gardening, botany and natural history, covering everything from fancy grasses and Seattle slugs to Bengal foxes in Nepal.
Laguna Vintage Pottery
With its authentic tableware and vases, Laguna is known nationally for its nostalgic Fiesta, California modern and art deco pieces.
Ligne Roset
Designers from all over the world contribute their talents to the Ligne Roset line, a French Company that has become the last word in homey-hip since M. Antoine Roset began making umbrellas and bent-wood walking sticks in 1860.
Magic Mouse Toys
This dizzying display of stuffed animals, dump trucks, life-sized toy soldiers, rubber chickens, pin wheels, lunch boxes and Hello Kitty knick-knacks will rock your little one's world.
McKinnon Furniture
You can't get much homier than this — warm-toned hardwood furniture (mostly from the Kane Forest in Pennsylvania) is upholstered with plush chenille and sumptuous leather.
Northwest Fine Woodworking
Featuring exquisite, high-end work by co-op woodworkers, including bowls, tables, mantelpieces, chairs and other crafts.
Ragazzi's Flying Shuttle
The store is a great place to find unique sweaters and wool separates in earthy colors.
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