The self-proclaimed “beauty bar” Beautyand Main (yes, that really is how they spell it) occupies the prestigous position of Harvard Square's go-to joint for all needs involving lipstick, eyeshadow, and the like. Upscale but friendly, the spacious store features 12-13 brands of cosmetics—including Paula Dorf, Nars, Trish McEvoy, and Laura Mercier—all hand selected by the owner. Prices are on the mid- to high-end, but sometimes feeling pretty is worth the investment. Lipstick and glosses run $19-22, foundation around $30. They also carry a wide variety of fragrances and body moisturizers. Free makeup lessons (if you buy some of the products). Ask about makeup application for special events ($50). This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.

Leather World is outstanding for luggage and travel accessories. They have good sales and are always ready to make a deal.

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Template:Sporting Goods Store Yet another chain store in the Square, this one catering to the wilderness adventurer (and the gearhead wannabe). Brands include Nalgene, Spyderco, Gramicci, Thorlo, and Smartwool. In addition to a huge assortment of backpacks, EMS has a wide selection of outdoor clothing and equipment, sleeping bags, camp mattresses, and fleece. Returns are easy, thanks to the generous 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you're affiliated with an outdoor activity group, bring your club card to the store on “Club Day” (usually held in early Oct. and again in early May) and receive 20% off. Also at 855 Boylston St. in Boston (617-236-1518) and 1041 Comm. Ave. in Brookline (617-254-4250). This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.

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Under the same management as the clothing shop across the street, Second Time Around Living holds its pieces to the highest standards: furniture must be in perfect condition and less than 5 years old. Tables go for $100-300, wardrobes $100+, and sofas $300+. Several racks of contemporary if conservative clothing sold at four price brackets ($5, $10, $20, $50). This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.

A family owned flower shop in Harvard Square for over 100 years. Brattle Square Florist specializes in everything from the casual bouquet to weddings. The Square's best bet for quick, inexpensive flowers (aside from Lamont's hidden garden), Brattle provides the novice bouquet browser with a knowledgeable staff as well as a steamy greenhouse-like atmosphere. The great selection includes mixed bouquets ($5+), dried flowers, potted plants, baskets, vases, planters, clay pots, and balloons. Students come in droves to buy their dates' affections with corsages ($19+), boutonnieres ($7+), multi-colored long-stemmed roses ($2ea). Brattle delivers all over campus, greater Cambridge, and worldwide. 10% SA discount on vases and balloons.

In the heart of Harvard Square, Calliope has been amusing shoppers with its whimsical and highly entertaining windows for years. Displays feature stuffed animals as "interior duckerators" and the "Lizards of Oz". Windows outside; adorable clothes inside. Calliope offers outerwear and everyday wear in fabrics and patterns that are bright and cheerful, for children size newborn to 6X. Accessories, such as hats, mittens, hair stuff, and mini baubles abound. The store carries the popular Elephaten line of shoes, and the staff is helpful about sizes and recommendations. It is impossible to ignore the extensive collection of stuffed animals and puppets. Calliope also carries selected infant toys and Brio; the toys and animals occupy half of this little store. The clothes are great, but the inventory is rather small.

Template:Jewelry Store Welcome to the mecca of sterling silver, at all prices and catering to all tastes—you can get everything from clubbing accessories to watches to wedding rings here. Choose from intricate, dangly earrings ($5-200, $25-1000 for gold); an eclectic blend of delicate and chunky necklaces and bracelets ($25+, gold up to $2000); and a selection of beaded silver jewelry ($9-30). Be sure to venture up to the 2nd floor, where you'll find a gallery of local artists' painting and pottery work and a huge selection of reasonably-priced silver rings ($5+). Keep your eyes open for frequent 20-25% off selected sterling silver sales. Occasional gallery shows; ask one of the salespeople to put you on their mailing list. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.

Monella is a boutique in Harvard Square dedicated to clothing women in bright colors and fun fabrics. Offering everything from cocktail dresses to hanky pankies, Monella brings a breath of fresh air to Harvard Square.