DEARBORN. There are more than 160 reasons to stop by Dearborn's upscale Fairlane Town Center, whose contemporary design and natural lighting foster an environment that is perfect for a day of shopping. Anchor stores include Marshall Field's, JCPenney, and Sears, and the mall also boasts popular boutique shops like Victoria's Secret and Guess. After shopping, hop over to the 21-screen Star Theatre.

TROY. For upscale shopping in the northwestern suburbs, these enormous complexes (North and South) are without parallel. Offering a wide range of options, from Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus to Nordstrom and Macy's, Somerset Collection is a haven for dedicated, driven, perennial shoppers, who enjoy strolling elegant marble commons year-round. Skylights light both the North and South buildings, and the main corridors feature modern artwork. In addition to department stores, the two buildings boast a combined 150 specialty shops, not to mention several casual and fine dining options.

NOVI. At upscale Twelve Oaks Mall, shoppers find a variety of ways to while away an afternoon, from the mall's 170-plus retailers to myriad restaurants and sweet shops. For fashion-conscious shoppers, Twelve Oaks offers the likes of Pottery Barn, Bebe, Gap, Champs Sports, Abercrombie & Fitch, and Banana Republic. Anchors include Sears, JCPenney, Macy's, and Lord & Taylor.