San Antonio Specialty Stores

The specialty stores below are well known by San Antonio locals as unique popular retail establishments for shoppers seeking high-end items and unparalleled service. For specialty items, the San Antonio visitor or resident will find personalized service, quality apparel or other distinctive items by visiting any of the stores listed here.

Julian Gold

Julian Gold opened in San Antonio in 1945 as a place where women could find the best designer clothes and accessories. It has become a San Antonio institution. The clothing you find at Julian Gold is similar to what you can find at Nieman Marcus or Saks Fifth Avenue. However, setting Julian Gold apart from other stores is the very personal service, quaint location in Olmos Park, and some designs that are done specifically for Julian Gold and not sold to the other large department stores. They carry clothing, shoes, jewelry and cosmetics. In addition, they have an exquisite bridal salon. Shopping at Julian Gold is a very pleasant experience that can not be duplicated in other stores I've seen.

4109 McCullough
San Antonio, TX 78212 map
210-824-2493
Julian Gold

Memory Lane

Memory Lane is a gift store located at 5800 Broadway. It is one of my favorite stores. They specialize in monogrammed and engraved items. Whenever I need a gift, and have no ideas in mine, Memory Lane is the place to go. Their merchandise is inventive, attractive and very well priced. The delightful staff is more than helpful in recommending gifts as well as monogram colors and style. I love to give and receive gifts from this extraordinary store.

5800 Broadway #204
San Antonio, TX 78209 map
210-828-4800

Hanley Wood

Hanley Wood is located at 5611 Broadway. This beautifully appointed store carries exquisite items for the home. They have an extensive inventory of fine china, crystal, silver flatware and serve ware. Whenever looking for any items necessary to entertaining, I head straight to Hanley Wood. I also love their pewter and Texas oriented products. In addition, Hanley Wood has a lovely baby department. I can always find elegant gifts for little ones at this splendid store.

5611 Broadway
San Antonio, TX 78209 map
210-822-3311
Hanley-Wood