The best local shops in Abilene

16 local shops we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Craft Design

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Craft Design turns plaques, trophies, tumblers, and gifts into things people actually want to keep, with laser engraving, glass etching,…

2842 S 7th St

“Craft Design turns plaques, trophies, tumblers, and gifts into things people actually want to keep, with laser engraving, glass etching, and in-house trophy builds that hit deadlines without drama. Need name tags, signage, photo gifts, or a wedding touch-up? Their team helps you design it and nails the details.”

From the Abilene newsletter, August 4, 2026

SKECHERS Warehouse Outlet

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Family footwear brand featuring athletic & casual shoes in a range of styles, plus apparel.

2365 S Danville Dr

“Family footwear brand featuring athletic & casual shoes in a range of styles, plus apparel.”

5D Custom Hats & Leather

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Family-run business crafting leatherwork and custom hats with a Western flair, plus shaping.

517 Oak St

“Family-run business crafting leatherwork and custom hats with a Western flair, plus shaping.”

Smith Outdoor Power Equipment

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Store for lawn mowers and other outdoor power equipment including brands like Stihl, Honda, and Walker, plus repair services.

1801 Butternut St

“Store for lawn mowers and other outdoor power equipment including brands like Stihl, Honda, and Walker, plus repair services.”

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Tradehome Shoes

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Long-running footwear chain (since 1921) offering a range of brand-name shoes for the whole family.

4310 Buffalo Gap Rd Space 1398

“Long-running footwear chain (since 1921) offering a range of brand-name shoes for the whole family.”

Boot Barn

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Retail chain with a variety of Western & work-related apparel, shoes & accessories, plus gifts.

3226 S Clack St B

“Retail chain with a variety of Western & work-related apparel, shoes & accessories, plus gifts.”

Apricot Lane Boutique

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Trendy womenswear chain featuring modern takes on casual wear & dressy fashions, plus accessories.

2507 N Judge Ely Blvd

“Trendy womenswear chain featuring modern takes on casual wear & dressy fashions, plus accessories.”

Plato's Closet

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Chain retailer buying & selling trendy secondhand clothing for teens & young adults.

3226 S Clack St Ste E

“Chain retailer buying & selling trendy secondhand clothing for teens & young adults.”

The Neon Moon Hat Company

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Shop specializing in custom-designed and embroidered caps, along with T-shirts and other apparel.

2234 Butternut St

“Shop specializing in custom-designed and embroidered caps, along with T-shirts and other apparel.”

Lids

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Chain specializing in licensed team hats, logo apparel & other sports merchandise.

4310 Buffalo Gap Rd #1268

“Chain specializing in licensed team hats, logo apparel & other sports merchandise.”

Bucketheads Boutique Abilene

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Shopping-mall store offering casual apparel, custom T-shirts, gifts & home furnishings.

4801 Buffalo Gap Rd

“Shopping-mall store offering casual apparel, custom T-shirts, gifts & home furnishings.”

Shoe Dept. Encore

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Retail chain stocking casual, dress & athletic shoes for men, women & kids, including name brands.

4310 Buffalo Gap Rd Mall Of, #1210

“Retail chain stocking casual, dress & athletic shoes for men, women & kids, including name brands.”

Hibbett

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Retail chain selling athletic shoes, apparel & accessories, plus licensed team merchandise.

4310 Buffalo Gap Rd Ste 1454

“Retail chain selling athletic shoes, apparel & accessories, plus licensed team merchandise.”

Texas Star Trading Co

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Shop for Texas-themed items, including books and postcards.

174 Cypress St #101

“Shop for Texas-themed items, including books and postcards.”

Shoe Carnival

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Chain store selling a wide array of brand-name footwear for men, women & kids.

3509 Catclaw Dr

“Chain store selling a wide array of brand-name footwear for men, women & kids.”

Farm & Ranch Western Wear

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Western-wear shop featuring boots, jeans, and dry goods in a variety of prices.

3000 Southwest Dr

“Western-wear shop featuring boots, jeans, and dry goods in a variety of prices.”

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