Not your typical outlet mall...at least not anymore. The first thing you will notice is that this…read moreis on the smaller side, at least when it comes to outlet malls. You can tell that this was built for the area and took into consideration that this will not always be busy, especially during offseason. There aren't many options when it comes to variety. Mostly all the stores offer some type of clothing, aiming for the beach. Splash in some eateries, a shoe store, and high end souvenir shop, then you basically just formulated this place. Ample parking here, and I dare to say that there isn't a rush to come here. A lot of parking goes unused here as there really isn't much to make you want to come here. You would think that there would be better variety, but here we are years down the road and things change.

Great little outlet place to kill some time when it's hot or when you need a break from the beach…read more Lots of the usual stores here (Gap, Aerie, Vera Bradley, LOFT), but I have to highlight a local, small business, The Salty Seahorse. She is all the way on one end, so don't miss this spot. Lot's of cute items and local art to purchase and she was so sweet and helpful. Go support her and pick up something amazing. The other shops had pretty great deals, but I wanted to spotlight that one. There are some food options there too, pizza and burgers so you can grab a drink or something to eat.

I always shop here on my annual OBX vacation. There is such a vast selection and I never leave…read morewithout a bagful.

Bottom Line: Cotton linens, clothing, home decor, women's accessories and other goodies fill this…read morelocation to the gills. Funny enough my husband wanted to go to The Cotton Gin to shop for Vineyard Vines clothing. I had planned to sit the shopping trip out but next thing I know I'm checking out at Cotton Gin with a new puzzle, bracelet, Christmas ornament, candy and bag. Just when I didn't think I needed anything I managed to find a variety of things at Cotton Gin. As indicated by this anecdote, The Cotton Gin sells a variety of stuff and it's fun to wander through the various rooms of the two level store. Although I most commonly come away with beachy souvenirs it is worth noting that they have high end cotton products like towels, quilts, and such. The Cotton Gin has various locations and the Nags Head store is located at the 14 Mile Post across from the Outer Banks Mall.

Bottom Line: Cute-sy clothes for ladies and children and housewares…read more Mud Pie has lots of cute stuff and there is no adjective that better describes the clothing, accessories and housewares sold her. For example, I saw a ladies blouse with cute pink flamingos on it, a baby sleeper with cute sheep on it and some cute dishes with Mr. and Mrs. on them. While the items here are endearing and they have many fun patterns and colors, I think a little bit of Mud Pie in the wardrobe or the home goes a long way. Mud Pie is a chain and the store definitely has that corporate feel to it compared to the other locally owned shops in the Outer Banks Mall.

The cutest baby clothes on the beach! Lots of pretty things here. We come every year!read more

Bottom Line: Large store full of locally made arts and crafts with some vintage items and other…read moregood finds sprinkled throughout. I stumbled upon Absolutely Outer Banks a handful of years ago and I was impressed with the selection of locally made arts and crafts. Ever since, this is my go to spot for legitimate and tasteful Outer Banks souvenirs. In addition to locally made items they also have some vintage items and even some new items for sale. One item that this store specializes in is really cool resin windows that are unique and exude happiness. Absolutely Outer Banks has artwork in all mediums and in all price points. They have jewelry, wood signs, candles, prints, glass work, textiles, metal work, etc.  On my most recent visit I enjoyed looking at a vintage pin ball machine and eyeing up the beautiful array of Fiestaware. There is plenty of opportunity for ooohhhing and ahhhing.  The owner is super friendly so that adds to the overall great experience. Absolutely Outer Banks is centrally located in Kitty Hawk in the former spot of a bank.

Such a cute store with all....the....things.....Every price point from just a few dollars to…read more$100's. I believe all local art. Jewelry,furniture, cute signs with so many funny sayings, fruit preserves, dishes, utensils for the kitchen, glassware and so much more. And the store is so much bigger than it looks. Room after room after room of really cool art and things to look art. I really liked the kitchen utensils....they might be too pretty to use. They even had a cool brick floor and old mail box set. I really wanted that but it was $500 but so cool. Not sure what I would do with it but it was cool. The bamboo kitchen utensils were more my price point. Definitely worth the stop if you are looking for a gift for someone or for yourself.

My family had come here before I got to the area. But out for a day of exploring I wanted to check…read moreit out since they said some nice things about the space. This store takes up space in the Outlets of Nags Head. Which is good for the plaza. Think of this as a high end souvenir shop. A lot of beautiful things that you can take home to decorate your place. It almost feels like a library in here. It is quite, bright, and every shelf or table is full of items to browse. A lot of things that look desirable. So many things that you can take a lot of day looking through it all. I came in and looked all around, I went straight to the magnets to add to my collection. My nieces and nephew went straight for the shells. All nice and clean, ready to pick through. They also have this section where they have mini books, which they loved. Walked out of here with many little things, most of which are on the fridge at home. Great place to browse and grab.

Loved this little shop! I found so many cute items and the prices and quality were great!read more

Closed on Wednesdays. Typical tourist selection, some deals, but mostly imported rubbish with…read moremoderate pricing. One employee (wears a cap) is super happy, friendly, and chatty....the older lady is miserable and curt.

This place is your classic tourist shopping place. Ben Franklins has been in OBX for awhile. You…read morecan get beach home decor and beach supplies. Flips flops, hats, clothes, towels, etc. The prices are fair. We went in looking for shells that we couldn't find on the beach.

Large vintage shop overfilled with a wide variety of items. I do prefer this set up over vintage…read moreshops with curated collections. We spent a while in here and I still feel like I barely scratched the surface. The quality and pricing of the items is all over the place. I believe the sections of the shop are set up and priced by different sellers. The used books in the front of the shop are pricy and the books further back are more reasonably priced. I found two books I wanted and look forward to returning next time I'm in town!

This spot is one of my absolute favorites for thrifting and consignment shopping while visiting the…read moreOuter Banks. The large store/market is home to all sorts of trinkets, antiques, thrifted items and unique works of art. As you walk throughout the space each pocket and corner is filled to the brim with all sorts of gems. They have a large selection of women's clothing-- pants, dresses, sweaters and some really special vintage clothing items. You can also find shoes, handbags and jewelry. There are several different vendors all offering items within this one spot and there is really something for everyone! Bakeware, dishes and mugs from the 60s and 70s and loads of books and home decor. The prices are reasonable and if you look hard you can find some real steals! (Some of my best have been: a Dooney & Bourke bag for $40, Madewell t-shirts for $2 a piece) The staff here are always friendly, helpful and welcoming to visitors and those of us who are coming from out of state. Highly recommend a visit- but beware! You will need way more time than you think to see all that there is to offer in ReStyle Market.

I love the store and am a huge fan of the products she has, yes they are pricey but the quality and…read morestyle never goes out of style!

Such a gem if you are looking forward hard to find luxury. Highly recommend! Ridiculous amounts of…read moreFrank and Eileen and fun French Finds!

Meh, a shoe store in an outlet mall. Seeing how it is not one of those brand names, it is limited…read moreon selection. To me, the selection was pretty basic, nothing flashy. Each brand, just a sliver in shelf space. Think the basic design from each and that's what you got to choose from in here. It's like when you go shopping for a car and you get the basic model with manual windows. Think lawn mowing shoes. The sections are lopsided too. Women shoes take up a good portion, followed by children shoes, then what space is left is for men shoes. I guess if you are in a pinch, this place could fill that need.

No bargains here even with a "buy one get half off the second" deal. The store is definitely well…read morestocked and they have plenty of sizes in shoes for men, women and kids. But the few pairs that I looked at in the men's area were a good 25% more than I've seen at DSW and elsewhere. The staff is helpful. Two different clerks asked me if I needed any help in a friendly manner. Nice to see.

The man behind the register was very kind and asked everyone where they were traveling from, which…read moreto me, showed a genuine desire to connect with his customers. There are beautiful, dainty necklaces, earrings, etc. here. This is definitely not a cheap beach jewelry store. What you will get is sterling silver, real gems, and simply gorgeous pieces. We will definitely come back

It's all in the lining. If you see pretty things, you may want them. If you see shiny things on the…read morecases, you can buy them. If you see gold and diamonds you must have them. It's all in the Silver Lining. On this day of days, we stopped by to see what the store had to offer. I saw one dainty little necklace that could be for a young girl or baby, but did not by it. I have no kids or nieces worthy of such a gift. Besides, they have grown out of the cutesy fartsy faze already. Nevertheless, the work someone did on the peices of art did not pass my eyes without appreciation for the fine details. The staff were polite, but not overly enthusiastic about us being there. It seemed to me at least they enjoyed each other's company than the guests arriving in their store. Nevertheless, I will keep this place in mind for my next book, or find a better location.