NORTHWEST DALLAS. Busy professional men often don't have time to devote to clothes shopping. If that's your situation, head over to Corporate Tradition. You'll be given respectful, personalized attention and be directed to reputable brands like Jack Victor, Haupt, Allen Edmonds, and Ashworth. Convenient in-house tailoring is an added convenience.

GALLERIA. A high-end boutique featuring sexy apparel and extravagant home accessories, this shop incorporates the taste of a man who may have been Italian by birth but ­ with his flamboyant use of color ­ definitely had some Texas in his soul! The store carries men's and women's clothing and accessories. Since Gianni Versace's death, his sister Donatella has run the company and designed the clothing, adding a more feminine touch to some of Gianni's original designs.

GREENVILLE AVENUE. HD's is a must. Owned by Harry Demarko, the store offers each item in only a small, medium, and large size. As a result, shoppers have no worries about running into someone else wearing the garment they own. HD's carries European sportswear (primarily from Paris), along with a range of stylish pants, jeans, shirts, and shoes.

IRVING. Silk Threads entices women in search of that perfect cocktail dress, bridal gown, or prom dress. The unique specialty store offers designer Indian and Pakistani silk clothing and custom dresses, all hand-embroidered. Be sure to check out the collection by Rudy Bhandari.

UPTOWN. You'll find this retail gem on the border of Uptown and Downtown. Its gleaming marble-and-rosewood interior provides a polished setting for one of the city's best assemblages of high-end apparel, jewelry, and accessories. Collections for men and women are relatively small, eclectic, and well-edited. Find everything from Carolina Herrera daywear and Three Dot T-shirts to fabulous ball gowns by European designers. Sumptuous domestic goods are also available, and outstanding service is provided by a helpful, knowledgeable staff.