boutiques

Something sweet for your feet

Josetta Balford felt strongly that something was missing from the fashion landscape of downtown Cleveland. So, armed with a passion for shoes, a background in fashion design and a degree in fashion merchandising from Virginia Marti College, she set out to do something about it.

Oh baby!

The quaint area of downtown Chagrin Falls has incorporated a “little” modern twist, by introducing the Offspring boutique, which offers distinctive baby gifts and fashionable children’s apparel.

The Designer Consignor

If you’ve never stopped in The Designer Consigner on Detroit Avenue in Lakewood, I highly suggest you find time to do it. Whether it is to drop off some of your clothes for consignment, or just a quick visit to scope out the racks, you won’t be disappointed. I had the opportunity to ask Molly Beargie, the owner, a few questions. Her answers not only explain consignments shops to those that may not be familiar with the process, they also reflect on her passion for fashion and the inner workings of the shop.

Sip & Stroll

On the second Thursday of every month (until September) from 5-8 p.m., the boutiques in Old Detroit open their doors to an event called Sip & Stroll. It is a nice way to advertise their stores and spice up shopping in Old Detroit with a glass of wine. The crowds vary from start to finish, and the shoppers seem to enjoy the mood the event brings.

A Cleveland treasure

Valerie Mayen has truly chased her dream of becoming a fashion designer, and has done everything in her power to grasp it. Today, her very own clothing line, Yellowcake, is sitting pretty in the palm of her hand, with endless possibilities. Fashion sparked as an interest to Mayen at a young age. Family income was minimal, and creating complete and different outfits from pieces and parts of Wal-Mart and Goodwill selections brought her many compliments from friends. She had an eye for the industry and the concept early on in life.

Unique boutique

Unveiled in Cleveland’s Gordon Square Arts District in November of 2007, the eclectic Room Service boutique also opened their door for local designers by presenting their product lines to the public. Store owner Danielle DeBoe is a strong supporter of our creative Cleveland businesses, and she features labels such as Wrath Arcane Menswear, Little Korboose and Small Screen Designs in her product selection. The list of locals goes on and on and is fluctuating with freshness.

Eclectic Mixx Grand Opening

The window to Eclectic Mixx is anything but ordinary, it’s extraordinary! As the Lakewood High School Jazz Band set the mood in the courtyard during Eclectic Mixx's grand opening party on June 5, the partygoers absorbed the new shop while enjoying sangrias and hors d'oeuvres.

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