Shop ’til you drop! El Paso malls, retail centers

Here is a list of shopping options to explore during your stay in El Paso.

The Fountains at Farah at 8889 Gateway West features a refreshing open-air atmosphere with cascading water displays, entertainment venues, patio dining and covered parking. The center has two levels – the Boulevard (upper level) has many nationally known retailers, many of which are new to the El Paso area, and the Promenade (lower level) features more boutique fashion tenants like Designer Studio, Altar’d State, Charlotte Russe and The LOFT, along with jewellers Deutsch & Deutsch and Jared’s. The Promenade houses an amphitheater and restaurants including Kona Grill, La Madeleine, Ruth’s Chris, Chuy’s and others.

For those who prefer shopping for great deals, the Outlet Shoppes of El Paso at 7051 S. Desert Blvd. has more than 90 name-brand stores with a wide array of merchandise at 20% to 70% off department store prices. The outlet mall has a dancing water fountain area, strollers, a children’s play area and wheel chairs. There’s also a food court where you can recharge your batteries and then resume your all-day shopping spree.

Also a favorite is the Lucchese Factory Outlet at 6601 Montana. The tradition of Lucchese boot-making is offered at their factory outlet at a reduced price. Lucchese creates exceptional handmade products using time-honored craftsmanship principles perfected since 1883. As part of their process, Lucchese artisans build and inspect all boots by hand to ensure extraordinary fit, comfort and style.

For those looking for an El Paso-centric experience, TI:ME at Montecillo at 4935 N. Mesa is the place to visit. Located in the new urban smart growth development Montecillo, it features a cluster of seven unique buildings surrounding a central gathering space. A portion of the center is made of re-conditioned shipping containers.