I've been back in Abilene for a while now, but I remember the first thing that blew me away when I moved back was how much the city has grown. It's great to see new businesses popping up in Abilene. Coming from a bigger city in Texas, I could tell Abilene was quickly becoming a commerce contender.

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This got me pondering. What could make the shopping experience in Abilene even better? What shops and stores would make up my wish list? No matter what you're into, you'll agree that these names would be fun to shop for and would please almost everybody in the family.

LOOK: 7 STORES THAT WOULD MAKE ABILENE A SHOPPER'S PARADISE

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Apple Store

iPhone users all over Abilene would rejoice. It'd be nice to hit up an Apple store right here in the Big Country for all your device needs, with no more waiting for weeks to have products delivered. In the meantime, check out these Dallas/Fort Worth stores.


 

Photo: Cabela's/Facebook
Photo: Cabela's/Facebook
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Cabela's

Anybody who knows me knows that I love the outdoors. This store definitely scratches the itch.


 

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Macy's

Every female in my family absolutely loves this store. From everyday gifts to the finest fragrances, Macy's is a homerun.


 

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IKEA

Yes, home furnishings are made easy. And affordable. Perfect for first-time families starting out.


 

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Kroger

Talk about a grocery store on steroids, and this is it. You can pretty much find anything you'd ever need...and then some.


 

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Bass Pro Shop

Yes, there's another outdoor shop on my list. The more, the merrier. Bring it on.


 

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Costco

I know what you must be thinking. Does Abilene really need another wholesale store? For me, it's all about options and convenience. Why not?

I'll tell you this much: Shopping sure has come a long way. When I was growing up, it was the highlight of our weekend to go to TG&Y or down to the Piggly Wiggly. Nowadays, there are massive stores with a super variety. I say bring the options to Abilene.

It's all about the shopping experience. If you love to shop, check out the t-shirts below. I'm sure you'll recognize some, if not all, of these classic retail stores.

Remember Texas Road Trips or Big Shopping Sprees with These Old School T-Shirts

For those of us in our 40's, these t-shirts are certainly going to bring back a lot of memories. Oh, you can buy these, too, and keep that nostalgic feeling.

Gallery Credit: American Retro Apparel

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