Coolbaby/KudiPets, the creators of Beijing's only dog leisure park (which became a media sensation worldwide) also has 25 branches of pet stores all over the city. Here you will find reasonably priced essentials and a few extras to spice up domesticated life for your beloved pet. Stores can also special order for you, and/or you can order yourself off their website. Stock varies greatly between stores, but if you communicate your needs they can definitely get it.

This is a Japanese womenswear brand, and it shows in the adorable detailing obvious in ruffles, pleats and bows. But unlike other brands from our polite neighbors, EME's prices are surprisingly competitive, with tops ranging RMB200-500 and footwear in the RMB350-550 range. There is also a small collection of handbags for around RMB300 a piece.

This store is one of many boutiques along the Dongsi Bei Dajie strip that caters to a young Chinese market. Something about Fly Beijing is different, though. Specializing in urban wear, like kicks, beanies and skateboard decks, this store has everything you need to get that cool and casual skater look this summer.

This quilting store is warm and inviting despite its commercial location in SOHO Shangdu. For the beginner looking to learn sewing, Slow Life offers four packages for different projects like stuffed animals, pillows and handbags. The staff speak some English, as do the crafters hanging out working on projects. Instruction is available in English, although textbooks are in Japanese.

Part flower shop, part knick-knack shop, part café, Man Ting brings the miscellaneous, cute style of many a Gulou shop to the Sanlitun neighborhood. The main specialty is fresh flowers, selling single blooms up to special bouquets. Man Ting also stocks rubber stamp sets for RMB58-60, wooden jewelry boxes for RMB48, British-themed cake tins from RMB38 and vintage-style postcard sets for RMB20/pack.

This tiny paper goods store is tucked away in the maze that is Taikoo Li South. The quality is what you would expect from a historic Italian brand—with prices to match. A medium-sized leather billfold will set you back RMB1,399, while a leather business card holder (in either orange or red) is RMB499. The best deal is a four-pack of pocket-sized, brightly colored notebooks for RMB169.