2026 Nags Head Clothing Stores Guide

American Eagle is America's favorite jeans brand, but we’re about more than making great jeans. We believe every person deserves a pair of jeans that brings out their best self. Find yours (and everything you need to go with it!) in stores.

Shoes, boots and sandals line the shelves at this outlet shoe store, and every one of them is a Bass brand. Known for their comfort, durability and good looks, Bass is quality brand that includes popular styles for men, women and children. Although...

Carter’s is the best-selling brand in young children’s apparel. Trusted by generations of families for quality and value, we provide a full range of cute baby and children’s clothing, gifts and accessories. Sizes preemie – 8.

One of the original surf shops on the Outer Banks, if not in the state of North Carolina, the quaint and friendly Cavalier has been at the same Beach Road location for more than 50 years. It’s been owned and operated by the same local family...

Girls and women of all ages know and love Claire’s Accessories, a store that’s been the world’s leading specialty retailers of fashionalbe accessories. Claire’s offers a fun and creative assortment of accessories, costume...

Whenever you need a break from the beach, Cloud Nine is a great place for some creative renewal. This very cool shop was established here in 1988, and its since been a favorite for locals and visitors looking for unique creations from Outer Banks...

This is one of the oldest make-your-own T-shirt shops on the Outer Banks, where customers can come and pick  from one of 800 decal designs. And every single one of them is displayed on the walls! Naturally, with that number to choose from...

This outlet store features clothing geared towards outdoor living, making it a popular place to shop for Outer Banks residents and tourists who think the best way to enjoy the beautiful barrier islands is by being outside. Since it’s an outlet...

Unlike most businesses on the Outer Banks, the summertime is the quiet time at this tanning salon, meaning you’re more likely not to have to wait for one of the five tanning beds. But even if you just need to touch up your tan before hitting...

From stunning dresses for an evening out on the town, to unique décor items and gifts that are wholly one-of-a-kind, you never know what you’ll find with a visit to Flip Your Closet & Restyle Market. Located in the heart of Nags...

The slogan of this casual women's clothing store says it all: "Where everything is fun, sassy & chic!". Designer labels Lucy Paris, Steve Madden, Amuse Society, Buddy Love, Storia, Vintage Havanna, Elan, THML, Main Strip, By Together, Promesa...

The Gap Outlet store at Tanger Outlet Mall at Milepost 15.5 off the Bypass in Nags Head isn’t just for young people, and it isn’t just about jeans. Men and women of all ages can be seen looking for one of the many bargains and markdowns...

Gulf Stream Gifts in Nags Head, NC (Outer Banks, MP 10.5) offers a great variety of sterling silver, 14kt gold and fashion jewelry with a coastal flair. We also have souvenirs such as mermaids and turtles, t-shirts, wind chimes, greeting cards...

Whatever “unmentionable” garment you need, you’ll likely be able to find it here.  There’s a vast selection of Bali, Hanes and Playtex in both women’s panties and bras. Sizes go from pre-teen tiny to extra large...

Fabulous selection of ladies’ sundresses – for all sizes and price ranges! Plus, clothing for the entire family.  Massive selection and lowest prices guaranteed. Anything from sweats to swimsuits to dresses – all at true...

Kitty Hawk Kites’ Whalebone Watersports Center is your one-stop shop for Outer Banks water adventures. Located on the Nags Head-Manteo Causeway right on Roanoke Sound, this location offers it all – dolphin watching cruises with a marine...

Here’s a place you can’t help feeling happy visiting. Founded in 1994 by brothers Bert and John Jacobs, Life is Good is centered around products featuring a simple drawing of a character, Jake, and his contagious smile.  As the...

 Awarded the Certificate of Excellence by Trip Advisor for 2016! Braids by Life on a Sandbar & Braids is about fun and creating memories. We specialize in: braids, hair wraps, feather extensions, as well as henna tattoos, air brush...

Waterfront Beer Garden serving up the award-winning beer from the Lost Colony Brewery. Kick back on our deck at one of the dozens of waterside tables. We encourage you to pack your own picnic, order a pizza delivery or bring some take/out food from...

Opened in 2002, shortly before the Outer Banks’ first annual Bike Week, the Nags Head Harley-Davidson sells just about everything a hog rider would want except the motorcycle. The shop gives a nod to local outlaws with two life-sized pirate...

Well known as a fixture for fishermen in the Virginia Beach area, Oceans East Bait and Tackle has set up shop on the Outer Banks with a new Nags Head location, and a wealth of inventory to ensure that anglers have everything they need for a vacation...

Oregon Inlet Fishing Center is the home of the largest and most modern charter boat fishing fleet on the eastern seaboard. A full service marina in Nags Head NC, Oregon Inlet offers a comprehensive charter boat fishing experience for the "old salt...

An independent family-owned surf shop in Nags Head, the Outer Banks Boarding Company is a friendly place that local and out-of-town surfers depend on for inside tips on the best local surf spots and conditions.  The store’s knowledgeable...

Outer Banks Mall is a large outdoor shopping center featuring everything you need for sun, fun and shopping. Located at MP 14 in Nags Head, the large shopping center features a wide variety of food & beverage providers; everything from breakfast...

Outlets Nags Head is the home to 20 designer fashion brands, unique boutiques and eateries.  Save up to 70% off regular retail prices at our outlet stores while you enjoy a great shopping experience.

Casual clothing for men, women and children doesn’t have to be sloppy-looking, as the Ralph Lauren Polo line proves. Everything in this store, not surprisingly, is affixed with the distinctive “Polo” logo, and it’s all top...

Whenever Outer Bankers want to get a good deal on a vast number of shoes styles, residents head to Rack Room Shoes. This outlet store offers discount prices on the latest fashions in men’s, women’s and children’s footwear, whether...

Locally owned and operated, Rock-A-Bye Baby boasts that it is the only full service kids store on the Outer Banks. This store may look small from the outside, but don’t let appearances fool you. It is stuffed to the gills with charming...

Themed on recycled and repurposed materials, Seagreen Gallery is one of the newest and most innovative art establishments on the Outer Banks.  This is a great place to find a one-of-a-kind gift for someone who has everything. 

One of the oldest authentic surf shops on the Outer Banks, Secret Spot has been surfer-owned at the same location since the early 1980s.  Store founder Steve Hess started board shaping in 1971, and his world-renowned boards have been ridden by...

There’s a lot more than “fishy” things at this store, which is much bigger than it looks from the road.  With island music getting customers in the mood as soon as they step inside, the store evokes the layed-back tropical...

Since 1975, Surfside Casuals has been selling a vast selection of bathing suits and beach accessories for men, women, girls and boys. And if there’s one truism about the Outer Banks, it’s that no one stays in business unless...

This  recently opened chain discount store was welcomed by many Outer Bankers, who appreciate a good deal and quality merchandise. Located on the border of Nags Head and Kill Devil Hills, its central Outer Banks location makes T.J. Maxx a...

This upscale outlet store, one of the newer additions to the Tanger Outet Mall,  focuses on the most popular and best selling items in the Talbot’s line, remade to be more affordable. Talbot’s made its reputation on its business...

The shop manager likes to describe this cool store as “the most fun place on the beach.” That might be pushing it, but it’s definitely one of those stores that make you smile and want to take something home. It’s got...

With more than 7,500 square feet, TW’s new store in Nags Head is chock full of a wide selection of fishing and hunting gear. Racks of popular clothing lines,  including Aftco Bluewater Wear, Salt Life and Pelagic, and sunglasses and hats...

This creative professional seamstress shop, new in 2012, is owned by Kelly Cassady, a young woman who earned her stripes with a degree in fashion design from Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond and an internship in New York City.  But...

Enjoy a little treasure hunting during an Outer Banks shopping expedition with a visit to this shop that has plenty of creative and one-of-a-kind items to discover. Vintage Vibe OBX is a chic antique shop that features miles more than the...

Grab all the gear you’ll need for a sunny Outer Banks vacation at this apparel and gift shop that has an inherent coastal vibe. The Vitamin Sea Beach Shop is stocked with a wealth of goodies that can be enjoyed on the coast and at home, making...

This outfitter, one of 316 in the U.S. and abroad, offers boaters of every stripe just about anything they need to keep their vessel ship-shape, whether it’s used for work or for fun. The store has rows and rows of shelves with boat supplies...

Owners Jim and April Vaughn operate a surfer’s surf shop, with a great selection of wetsuits, sportswear, swimwear and accessories for men, women and youth from all major surf brands. Upstairs, there’s an exceptional range of surfboards...

The quintessential tourist store, Wings is stocked floor to ceiling with beach-related clothing and nearly every other possible  beach-y item imaginable. With store locations from Corolla to Hatteras Island, this is the place visitors depend on...