Stylish shoppers will want to make a trip to Kay’s Beach Boutique in the Central Emporium. Kay’s is home to the largest and most beautiful collection of swimwear and cover-ups for ladies and children in the lakes region. Their carefully trained staff will help choose the perfect swimsuit that’s best for you. Between suit fittings, discover their fine selection of clothes for every occasion, as well as beautiful jewelry and accessories. Get gourmet coffee drinks just down the hall from Kay’s at Java Boji. They also sell ground coffees, fresh gourmet beans and gifts. For a great selection of men’s upscale sport and casual clothes and shoes, shop at Expressions on the main floor of the Emporium.

A unique addition to the Arnolds Park area in Queen’s Court, is a place you’ll soon treasure. Artsy Tartsy, a bright red cottage with a beautifully decorated interior, features an incredible selection of antiques, accessories, jewelry and artisan creations. They have also added precious beads so you can create your own jewelry design.

If you are enjoying the editorial photographs in this magazine, stop by Blue Water Studios to see even more of photographer David Thoreson’s work. Take a little of his creativity home by purchasing postcards, posters and framed or unframed prints. The studio is in Old Town Arnolds Park, up the hill from the Central Emporium.

For fun and funky art and crafts, be sure to visit Gab & Dab. This very interesting and eclectic gift shop is in the Queen’s Court, across the street from the Arnolds Park Amusement Park entrance. Be sure to check out their art classes.

Antiques Etc. is located on US Hwy. 71 in Arnolds Park across from Casey’s. The 33 dealers offer treasures for everyone. Shoppers can find a large variety of merchandise ranging from collectibles to furniture, linens and new and old curio cabinets as well as a variety of new merchandise.

Gifts, collectibles, candles, coffees and teas, gourmet foods...all this plus a simply charming tea room make The Wash House and Annabelle’s Tea Room a stop one just can’t miss. The completely refurbished three-story gift house and tea room are off US Hwy. 71, south of Arnolds Park and Emerald Hills Golf Club.

The Okoboji Antique Mall features fine selections of collectibles from many vendors, all nicely organized in this clean and spacious mall. Furniture pieces, crystal and many patterns of dishes are a few of the antiques offered for sale. Okoboji Antique Mall is easily accessible with lots of parking. This mall is just north of Emerald Hills Golf Club, on the east side of US Hwy. 71.

Allan’s Hardware Hank supplies all your hardware and houseware needs. In addition, they rent bicycles, sell fishing licenses and are a UPS shipping center. Allan’s has a new location on US Hwy. 71 in Arnolds Park, just south of the stoplight.

Need balloons, party favors, napkins or invitations? Okoboji Party & Bridal Supply has a variety of party supplies at one convenient location on US Hwy. 71 in Arnolds Park. Tootie can design and decorate almost anything for any occasion ranging from centerpieces to invitations and ribbon bouquets.

The Basket House Gift Shop is a quaint place to shop and is full of lovely treasures. Discover a wonderful selection of Yankee Candles, Okoboji keepsakes, pottery, baskets, wicker, books, nautical, and Ty’s Beanie Babies. The Basket House is located on US Hwy. 71 across from the Arnolds Park Amusement Park.

If your interests lean toward fine art, swing by Side Street Fine Arts & Framing. Tucked away on Allen Street in Arnolds Park (on the side street behind Captain’s Getaway), this gallery houses a unique and varied collection of fine prints, including pottery, stained glass, sculpture and other works of art. You can even choose to have your print or photograph custom framed to your specifications.