As the region’s shop small headquarters, Alexandria’s impressive collection of boutiques offer smile-inducing gifts and personal service you won’t find just anywhere. Visit The BEST Gift Shop, which promotes and supports artisans with disabilities from all over the United States with products such as scarves, cards, paintings and other unique items. Pick up a relaxing read at Old Town Books, browse running shoes and activewear at Pacers Running and buy something sparkly for a loved one from Today’s Cargo’s jewelry collection. Treat yourself to a self-care spree at Bellacara, peruse home goods from Boxwood and Red Barn Mercantile and don’t forget your four-legged friends when you drop by Barkhaus.