In many popular tourist cities and countries, it is very easy to buy a classic souvenir as a souvenir. From Berlin - a beer mug, from Paris - a box of macarons, from Venice - Venetian mask. So, when thinking about America, only the figure of the Statue of Liberty from New York comes to mind, and there comes a suspicious lull in the fantasy. And is it true that what souvenirs can you bring from America if you remove the iPhone from the list? Still, this thing is very expensive for a souvenir. Or swimsuits popular with girls from Victoria's Secrets? Giving them to your friends is certainly not a good idea, not to mention lace underwear. After all, a souvenir is, first of all, that pleasant little thing that will delight you with memories of the trip, or it is a set of some little things that are suitable for everyone, regardless of age, and which will be great to give to your loved ones and friends, as a sign that During your holiday shopping, you didn’t forget about them either.
So what should you bring from the USA?
Of course, the main products distributed across different countries from the States - these are electronics, clothing and cosmetics. American shopping is one of the best in the world, from its variety to its competitive prices. With electronics, you don’t even need any hints, just the word Apple? is enough. For clothing, I recommend paying attention to brands such as Timberland, Converse, Nike, Forever21, Levi’s, Guess, Michael Kors, Aeropostale, American Eagle, Abercrombie & Fitch, GAP, Calvin Klein, DKNY, BCBG, Kate Spade, Ralph Lauren, Rebecca Minkoff, Tory Burch, Wet Seal, Old Navy and in general just come to any big shopping mall, and everything will be there! You can read about shopping in general. You can read about what to bring from the USA in cosmetics.
Souvenirs from America:
Magnets, keychains and T-shirts with slogans
You can easily find this in abundance in any tourist place in souvenir shops. But here I want to give you two useful advice. Firstly, the further the store is from the most popular tourist spot, the lower the prices usually are. That is, in the center of the Walk of Fame in Hollywood, the cost of the same goods will most likely be overpriced, so don’t be lazy to go to the outer souvenir shops that are deprived of the attention of tourists. If you need to collect more little things for gifts, then asking the price and looking for a more profitable place for shopping is definitely worth it than shopping at the first souvenir store you come across. And very often there are standard promotions, a certain number of souvenirs, say four magnets, can be purchased for $10. Secondly, I strongly advise you to first of all look into the pharmacy. I'm serious, I'm going to the pharmacy. Only the one that will be in a tourist place. For example, in Las Vegas on the Strip there are two large pharmacies from American chains - CVS and Wallgreens (in the USA, pharmacies sell not only medicines, they are a kind of supermarket). There you will find many of the same souvenirs and at very good prices: mugs, magnets, postcards, chocolates, T-shirts and much more. I also picked up various little things at a pharmacy on Market Street in San Francisco. The main thing is not to forget that although all this is about America, it was made in China?
American sweets
Look at any American supermarket, and the bigger it is, the better! The sweets department will really surprise you, and many candies and chewing gum will be completely new. Choose whatever your heart desires! ? Try York chocolate mints, Reese's peanut butter candies, Hershey's chocolate, red Twizzlers, Oreo cookies (pronounced "Orio"), Jelly Beans and grab yourself a Snickers bar with peanut butter at the store checkout. And in general, since this is the case, a jar of peanut butter will be an excellent tasty souvenir. Take only the one with chocolate or jam, this is important, you won’t confuse it with something oily and salty, especially if you are trying it for the first time or are planning to give it to someone. You can also grab a pack of marshmallows or marshmallow cream, it’s the same thing, but stickier and in a jar. For lovers of original sweets, I also advise you to go to the huge M&M’s store, which is located in New York and Las Vegas. Get yourself a whole bag of colorful candies with different flavors and surprise your friends, for example, with cheesecake-flavored ememedems.
Coffee and cups from Starbucks
A good gift for coffee lovers - maybe a pack of aromatic coffee from Starbucks, especially some autumn or Christmas limited edition. Coffee is sold in bags, already ground. The average price per pack is $10. Also, in many Starbucks you can always buy a souvenir cup, for example, in Los Angeles you can buy one with the inscription Los Angeles. What is very logical? And so every cup is original in every American tourist city. Many travelers actively collect them. Yes, and in general, the selection of cups there can be interesting, and their design is constantly changing. Their prices range from $8 to $18. A good souvenir for yourself and as a gift from America to friends.
Scented candles
For girly souvenirs, I would recommend paying attention to the famous Bath and Body Works and Yankee Candle scented candle stores. You can collect small candles in them, which will be great to give to your friends. There are countless variations to suit every taste, including classic American flavors like the smell of red velveteen cake, apple pie for Thanksgiving, or roasted marshmallows for Christmas. At Bath and Body Works, the candles are a little more expensive, but more beautiful (in jars and with lids), but at Yankee Candle you can get a whole bunch of small sample candles that cost $1.
Youth accessories and clothing
Another popular store for girls is Forever21. You can buy some cool jewelry there as a souvenir; prices for rings and pendants average $3, andalso California-style clothes - cropped crop tops with the word California - or something with an American flag - a headband or socks. There are many other stores besides Forever21, such as Brandy Melville and Urban Outfitters, but they are more expensive. Lots of girly trinkets can be found at Claire's. And the best time to buy clothes and souvenirs with a US flag print is before the 4th of July, i.e. before Independence Day (a holiday somewhat similar to May 9). Then all stores, not only clothes, but many others, are full of red-blue goods with white stars.
American drinks and cigarettes
Any American supermarket will always please cola lovers. Vanilla Coca-Cola, Dr. Pepper and many other things cost pennies at American prices - a whole package is probably $3 bucks, especially somewhere in Walmart. True, don’t forget about the rules for transporting luggage on an airplane and the weight limit; as much as you don’t want to take a box of cola, you can’t take it with you. If there is no room in your suitcase, and your love for cola is limitless, then in Las Vegas there is a huge Coca-Cola store, where, in addition to this drink, there is also a lot of other cool souvenirs on a Coca-Cola theme. From the original, you can grab a can of Root Beer - root beer. Just keep in mind that its taste is more than specific and not for everyone, and is somewhat reminiscent of cough syrup. You can try it first in any fast food cafe in a vending machine, but the root beer there is non-alcoholic. Or a simplified option is to buy root beer-flavored candies as souvenirs. I won’t say that this is a popular sweet, beer is much ahead of it, but it is also on sale. Also look in the candy department. And for a more sophisticated souvenir from California, buy a bottle of Napa Valley wine. Any American wine department will surprise you with a huge selection of wines, even in another state. The price per bottle ranges from $5 to $30, although, of course, there are wines that are much more expensive. Well, and whiskey, of course. And here I’ll add American cigarettes, like Marlboro, to alcohol, American Spirit or Lucky Strike, and cigars. Regular cigarettes can be bought in any supermarket; there are separate shops for cigars.
Vintage, hand-made and antiques
America is a very suitable place for such purchases. In almost all cities you can find private stores selling old records, limited edition comics and vintage items. There are also a lot of shops, both antique and just with all sorts of old but interesting junk. Americans love this business very much.
Themed souvenirs
If you suddenly find yourself in Texas, then of course you can turn your attention to cowboy hats. If you have the opportunity to get to the area of Indian reservations, then you can buy souvenirs in the Indian style, or some kind of dream catcher. In Hawaii, you can grab a ukulele and macadamia nuts. In Los Angeles, you can look for something unusual from the hippies in Venice Beach, for example, some hand-made item. The main thing is not to forget that marijuana cannot be taken out as a souvenir?
America is a very interesting and colorful country, and therefore the association with hamburgers is mildly incorrect. Much will also depend on which region of the country you plan to visit, since each of them has its own characteristics not only in terms of culture, political views, but also in terms of souvenirs.
If you don’t plan to spend too much time choosing souvenirs, then the best option may be a visit to regular souvenir shops (gift shops). In such shops you will find a huge selection of all sorts of little things with a national theme. These can be flags of different sizes, figures of the Statue of Liberty and other iconic buildings for the country. I'm not even talking about all sorts of T-shirts, T-shirts, badges, mugs, etc.
Those who prefer gastronomic and, in particular, sweet souvenirs should pay attention to Ghirardell chocolate. Buy a regular chocolate bar or a square one chocolate bar You can find it in any American supermarket. There are a lot of flavors, so you will have plenty to choose from. If your travel route takes you through San Francisco, be sure to visit the factory where this chocolate is produced (in the company store you will have the opportunity to taste the chocolate before purchasing).
In the USA you will find a large selection of coffee, but one of the best is the Starbucks brand. Moreover, it is believed that the quality of this coffee in America is an order of magnitude higher than what is sold under this brand in other countries. Also quite a lot positive feedback American coffee brands such as Marshall and Taster’s Choice have them.
Indian themes are very popular among tourists. Various products since ancient times self made The products that the Indians make are highly valued. Of course, it is best to buy such products on reservations. There you will find many different amulets, amulets and other unusual things. But often such souvenirs can be found in souvenir shops. If you buy these outside of reservations, then be sure to pay attention to the fact that the product does not have the notorious inscription: “Made in China.” If it is, then it is better to refuse to purchase such a product.
Cowboy themes (paraphernalia) can also be no less interesting. These can include boro ties, which are a leather cord fastened with a decorative clip, a belt buckle, and many other accessories.
You can't ignore traditional American alcoholic drinks. Among them, the first place is bourbon, which, without exaggeration, is the national American drink. It is often classified as whiskey, but this drink is prepared not from barley, but from corn. One of the most famous brands This drink is Jim Beam.
It is generally accepted that tequila is a purely Mexican drink. By and large, this is true, but in the southern states of the United States this drink is no less popular than in Mexico. Tequila is also produced in the USA, only in in this case It's based on bourbon and has a slightly different taste. Nevertheless, this drink is very popular among tourists and Americans themselves. First of all, you should pay attention to such manufacturers as Pepe Lopez and Olmeca.
Another undeniably traditional American alcoholic drink is Root Bear root beer. The taste of this drink has nothing in common with the taste of beer we are used to; for some, its taste even resembles the taste of cough syrup. This beer is made from the bark of a tree called Sassafras. This beer can be alcoholic or non-alcoholic. You’re unlikely to be able to buy something like this from us, so it’s worth taking another bottle with you to surprise your friends.
Please note that price tags in local stores do not include VAT, so at the checkout the cost of goods will increase slightly, but will increase. The VAT amount depends on the state and ranges from 5 to 12 percent.
Try to buy souvenirs away from popular tourist places, in which case their cost will definitely be lower (sometimes two or even three times). It is best to buy alcohol in specialized Liquor stores, as they offer the largest selection of these products. Alcoholic products are sold strictly upon reaching 21 years of age. If the seller has doubts about the age of the buyer, then he may demand an identity document and if it is not available, then the sale of alcohol will be refused (in America no one takes anyone’s word for it).
Every buyer has heard about the low cost of goods in American stores. The reasons for this are the market situation, large chains like Amazon and Walmart, demand - all this makes prices so low and shopping profitable.
Today we’ll talk about those things that are especially profitable to buy and import from the USA directly (even if the parcel contains 1-2 goods).
The most profitable categories of goods and trusted stores in our selection: buy in any store, and we will help with delivery to your country.
1. The first thing you should do is save on clothes.
There are many stores, we won’t tell you about them all. Some are represented in Russia and the CIS countries, but these brands are worth buying in the USA:
2. Shoes
30% of the goods in our warehouse are shoes, and this is the situation at any time of the year. Shoes in America are of better quality, cheaper, the collections are fresher... but you know all this yourself.
In Russia, sneakers for 5000-6000 rubles are the absolute norm, but in an American store $30, $40 and $50 are the norm. average price for a pair of good quality brand shoes. 
Look here:
- 6pm – the most famous stock store for its prices and selection
- Shoes – all the shoes of the world in one place
- Zappos and Zappos Luxury - shoes for every taste and budget
- Timberland, UGG, Coach, Nike, New Balance– official online stores of your favorite brands
- Joesnewbalanceoutlet – large and cheap New Balance outlet
There is also an interesting store - Vibram. Vibram soles are used by UGG and many other famous sports brands. Excellent shoes, widely distributed in Europe.
3. Technique
Equipment in America is cheap, and if you catch discounts, you can grab something for half the price. To save money on your tech and electronics purchases, head to B&H Photo Video first. And look there in the section with offers of the day. Today, for example, there is a $200 discount on the Sigma 100-400mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM Contemporary Canon EF lens. With a discount it will cost $599. In Russia, this will cost 57,000 rubles or approximately $920. 
It’s also profitable to buy equipment at NewEgg and BestBuy, especially with a lot of promotions during the holidays.
4. Bags and accessories
The good thing about bags, besides their price, is that it’s impossible to make a mistake with the size. You simply buy the same thing that is sold in your country, only with a saving of 40-70%. 
American online stores offer almost all possible accessories - from branded evening bags and clutches to large multifunctional ones. travel bags and backpacks. In addition, in the USA you can buy vintage and collectible bags that were produced back in the middle of the last century.
6. Cosmetics and perfume
New items that cost significantly less. Is it possible to resist? 
You can buy cosmetics in the USA anywhere. At Sephora, Walmart, Target and any mono-brand store. Don’t waste time comparing prices, it’s guaranteed to be much cheaper than in Russia.
The same applies to perfume, but here we have sea delivery. Although if there is only one bottle, it can also be sent in an EMS parcel.
7. Rare goods that are widespread in the USA, but almost unknown in Russia
And this is the case when you need to buy in the USA, only because it is sold in the USA. For example, the No Rinse Shampoo Cap, which makes life much easier, is a disposable cap for washing your hair with shampoo that does not require rinsing with water. For situations when it is not possible to wash your hair. 
And another similar product is a toothbrush that does not require water and toothpaste. Also from Amazon. A great thing when you can't get to the bathroom. 
As you know, luxury life is impossible without a convenient laptop stand or Sunday breakfast -
- EMS Tier 1 - 17% discount. Delivery time 6-16 days, maximum size boxes 66x50x50 cm.
- EMS Tier 2 - 25-30% discount. Delivery time 6-16 days, box 76x50x25 cm.
- EMS Tier 3 - 35-40% discount. Delivery time 25-30 days, box 76x50x25 cm.
We have also reduced prices for First Class. Now sending small parcels weighing up to 4 pounds (about 2 kg) has become even more profitable. There is a track number, delivery time depends on the destination country, on average 15-25 days.
Over the past 3 months, this topic has become especially relevant for me - I send something every day, they already recognize me at the post office, remember my Russian surname, tell me the latest news and share where to buy cool vintage badges. The most frequent but impossible request is an iPhone 4, I was thinking about it myself, but it turned out that it can only be bought in the Apple Store if you have a Social Security ID, or from hucksters in tourist stores, where it costs $800. Sometimes people just ask me what to ask friends who are going to New York to buy. For these purposes, I have compiled a special list. If you think that something has been undeservedly missed, please write. Additions are always good :)
At the end of the post there is a bonus for everyone, not only for those who are going to the States
The top four most popular queries are:
1. Timberland
Even with shipping, they are almost two times cheaper than in a company store in Moscow. Classic men's ones cost $155, women's brown ones – $135, pink ones – $90. Just in case, add 9% sales tax and here is the final price of joy.
2. UGG
Even if you already have one pair, take a second one in reserve. Classic short ones including sales tax will cost $130, medium ones – $150 and high ones – $195.
3.MacBook Air
The iPad won't change your life 360 degrees, but it will be indispensable if you travel frequently. Today sales of the tablet officially started in Russia, by the way, the prices are quite divine, considering the same sales tax in the USA. For example, the cheapest iPad without 3G in the Apple store costs $550, in Russia – 20,000. The popular iPad 16 GB 3G+WiFi model costs $690 in America, and 25,000 rubles in Russia. And if suddenly the cards align so well that someone is coming from America, and you still want such a toy, you can ask to buy it. Only, I’m afraid I’ll have to choose, because just recently a new MacBook Air went on sale, which is $400 more expensive than the same popular iPad with 3G, but at the same time it is a full-fledged computer.
9. Famous I love NY hoodies or T-shirts
Hoodies in every color of the rainbow cost $15 at local retailers, and T-shirts cost $5. These items are so popular that on eBay they sell for $30 plus shipping, and not a dollar less. As you can guess, this is a tourist attraction, in my opinion, it is much cooler to buy a real American hooded sweatshirt with the name of a university, or some little-known baseball team for 20 bucks at a local thrift store. I bought mine in this store. The owner loves her store. All things are hung color scheme, on topic, etc. There are hoodies with animals, names of universities, sports teams, diamond shirts of this color, striped shirts of this color, etc. You will be pleasantly surprised. The exact address can be found on the store website
10. Vintage signs
This could be a Coca-Cola sign or a sign from a local store. Search flea markets or eBay. Vendors on the street have fake ones, made in China, not of any value.
And according to tradition, if I forgot something or you think that something is undeservedly not mentioned in this entry, please add your own option!
P.C.: a small bonus, on this site you can order a free set of 5 samples of mineral cosmetics. The best part is that they have delivery to Russia and the ability to pay with a Russian card. Delivery of 5 jars of base, blush and powder will cost you $8. They say the jars come quite large and last a long time. I'm expecting my batch one of these days ;)
When it comes to a trip to the USA, one cannot ignore such a moment as shopping, which has always been an integral part of the culture of this country. Let's figure out what to bring to your loved ones and how best to please your loved one.
Clothes and shoes
There is a fairly common myth that says that clothes in America are very affordable - this is partly true. Denim products from famous brands Levi’s, Wrangler and Lee will cost you less than in your home country. Among the classic “American brands,” you should pay attention to American Apparel, whose products can be purchased in Russia with great difficulty (especially if you do not live in Moscow), as well as Gap, Banana Republic and Old Navy.
As for shoes, you can’t ignore Timberland and UGG, the prices for which here are very, very tempting, unlike in Russia. And, of course, don’t forget about the legendary Converse sneakers, because their homeland is the USA.
Men are recommended to visit the store of the famous Brooks Brothers brand, while women should look into a Victoria's Secret or Tiffany lingerie boutique (this can hardly be called a budget purchase, but the joy of owning a treasured blue box is priceless).
A memorable, but rather banal purchase may be a hoodie or T-shirt with the inscription “I love NY”, which at local merchants costs from 5 to 15 dollars. A similar sweater, but with the name of a university or baseball team, can be much more interesting.
A much more impressive gift could be a leather cowboy hat from Resistol, Wrangler or Stetson. A wide variety of this headdress can be found in southern states such as Nevada, Texas and Oklahoma.
Cosmetics and health products
You can please your friends and other representatives of the fair sex with the help of organic cosmetics Burt's Bees or Avalon Organics. It is impossible not to mention such famous cosmetics brands as Erno Laszlo, Mane’n’Tail, John Frieda, Bliss, and Butter London nail polishes. A special gift could be a Naked Palette or Book of Shadows Vol. III NYC from Urban Decay - when you open the shadow box, you can see an interesting installation hidden under the lid. This is a souvenir and high-quality cosmetics in one gift.
Teeth whitening strips (for example, Crest 3D White Whitestripes), which give an incredible effect, can be a useful and entertaining gift. It is worth considering that their use is contraindicated for people with sensitive teeth. You can purchase such products in specialized stores.
Edible souvenirs
World-famous American pancakes are unthinkable without maple syrup, which can be purchased at any grocery store. Also, such classic and edible souvenirs as peanut butter, Hershey’s chocolates and marshmallows, which are ideal for your cocoa on cold winter evenings, will not be out of place.
As for alcoholic drinks, pay attention to bourbon (for example, Jim Beam) - the national drink of the USA. Unlike other types of whiskey, bourbon is made from corn and aged in oak barrels. For something less strong, be sure to try root beer (or otherwise, root beer) - it contains few calories and has virtually no taste. Don’t forget about wine, because in Russia they are practically not represented American wines. Among wine-producing countries, the United States is in 4th place, and Californian wines in particular are deservedly considered one of the best in the world.
Everything in bits
If your budget is limited, but souvenirs are still necessary, pay attention to things with the American flag or, alternatively, with the image of the president: mugs, badges, lighters - it can be anything. Inexpensive and an unusual gift maybe a dream catcher is a talisman that protects you from evil spirits during sleep. Initially, those dream catchers that were made by the hands of the Indians were considered the most “special”, however, finding similar ones is very problematic, but Chinese fakes found everywhere. One more an original gift It could be a vintage sign or one of those souvenirs from M&Ms or Coca-Cola stores. Such things will please both children and adults.