The best fashion and gift stores Madison

It's the alternative CD store for hundreds of famous and underground artists. B-Side has been delighting music lovers for over thirty years, and its longevity is no coincidence: the store has its own style, a great staff, and an impressive selection. A unique place to meet music lovers and discuss the next concerts in town. Prices are a bit high, especially for vinyls, but fans looking for collector's albums will find some great finds.

This antique and second-hand book shop is considered the best in the city by enthusiasts. It is held by Caryl, who lovingly watches over her piles of books stored throughout the shop. You can do real business there, some books are for sale for a handful of dollars. There are a few books in French, but you have to look through them. Between the large books with their worn covers and the stained glass windows on the façade, it is a bit like a medieval library. And it's not to displease!

A very nice store, ideal to bring back souvenirs from Madison and the United States in general. Trinkets, jewelry, posters, postcards, gadgets, everything is there. The objects are pretty and do not fall into cliché. A playful and romantic atmosphere is cultivated in the choice of products for sale, many of which are locally made. Why not take home a T-shirt celebrating Madison or a cute little "I love Wisconsin" card? Even more original: postcards made in Wisconsin to color.