Contributed by Lindsay Shugerman, Catalogs.com Top 10 Guru

Looking for some new and interesting places to shop in Boston?

Whether you’re looking for great fashions, an unexpected choice in gifts or something special for your home, there’s a place to find exactly what you want in Boston. And you can do it all without visiting a single chain store!

Here are our picks for some of the best outside-the-mall shopping in and around Boston.

Newbury Comics

Comics are only the start…

Don’t let the name fool you. Newbury Comics isn’t just about the latest issue of a Marvel superhero comic book. They’re also one of New England’s best sources for CDs and DVDs, autographed music art, collectible toys and just-for-fun novelties.

Visit their Boston stores at 332 Newbury Street or in Faneuil Hall.

The Tannery

Casual, stylish, affordable shoes and clothing for men and women

From shoes and boots that stand up to Boston’s brutal weather to stylish casual wear for men and women, the Tannery is a Boston landmark.

But their clothes are anything but stodgy and old-school. Check out the the best in high tech cold weather wear, exercise apparel and every day fashion for your outdoor and casual lifestyle. See for yourself at their store at 711 Boylston Street in Boston or on Brattle street in Cambridge.

Ibex Boston

Outdoor gear that works in any weather

When you’re serious about your outdoor experiences, you want clothing and gear that delivers no matter what you encounter.

Ibex understands what real outdoor enthusiasts need, and they’ve been delivering it since the 1970’s. Visit their flagship store at 303 Newbury Street in Boston.

Circle Furniture

Exciting modern furniture and and home decor

There’s nothing stuffy about the home furnishings in this hip Boston home decor store. From mid-century modern to the latest looks in home design, Circle furniture offers choices that are trendy, exciting and innovative without here-today-gone-tomorrow passing fads.

This is modern furniture that’s made to stand the test of time.

Cardullo’s Gourmet Shop

The flavors of the world in one location

Boston lives up to its cosmopolitan image with one of the finest gourmet food markets on the east coast. For over 60 years, Cardullo’s in Cambridge has been bringing delicious foods to the people of Boston.

Whether you need ingredients for a gourmet recipe, an exceptional tea, decadent chocolates or the perfect wine to complete a meal, odds are you’ll find that (and so much more) on the amply stocked shelves at Cardullo’s.

The Red Wagon

Baby clothes and gear too cute to resist

For over a decade, this shop has been offering Boston area families the cutest in baby and toddler clothing and shoes. Not only will your baby or toddler will be the best dressed in the playgroup, you’ll be thrilled with the high quality and durable design of each and every item in the shop.

A word of caution: If you’re shopping for a gift, the clothes in this store are cute enough to make you want to have baby!

Best of Boston Shopping Online

How to Shop Boston from Your Armchair

If you’re far from Boston, but still want to shop, there are some great Boston-based catalogs that can bring everything you need to your mailbox.

Looking for the New Age or Wiccan spirit of nearby Salem, Mass.? Visit the pages of The Pyramid Collection for inspiring jewelry, clothing and gifts with a spiritual edge.

Need a more classic look in women’s clothing? Boston area’s own Northstyle brings timeless Boston looks to you no matter where your mailbox happens to be.

And for a taste of Boston’s famous fresh seafood, Lobster Anywhere can ship Maine lobsters and more right to your doorstep.