Sunday, January 14, 2007

BEST BOUTIQUES IN BIRMINGHAM

Marella Mountain Brook Village

AKA Girl Stuff
Girls just wanna have fun and that is exactly what owner Dee has implemented in her Homewood boutique. From fun clothes to sassy gifts, you may find your next Art on the Rocks outfit or your best friend’s birthday gift.
Homewood 18th Street
205.802.7735

Betsy Prince
Lepore, Marc Jacobs, and Michael Stars – oh my! Fabulous, fun wardrobe additions await you at Betsy Prince. The most desirable part may be the shoes – with upcoming designer brands to Ferragamo, you will feel like Cinderella as you try on hoping that they in fact have your size. Insider scoop: At certain times during the year already reduced shoes are an extra 50% off!
Colonial Brookwood Village
205.871.1965

The Clothes Tree
A little of everything hot this fall and in a variety of price ranges, you will spend hours in The Clothes Tree because your shopping senses will be overloaded with the great selection of popular brands and upcoming trends. Next door is Sole Link: a new shoe boutique to the Birmingham scene.
Old Rocky Ridge Road
205.822.1902

Doree
The place to find the most unique, hippest jeans in Birmingham, Doree also carries great tops and dresses for a night on the town. Staying on top of the trends, you will find stylish accessories (i.e. silk headbands). This former Miss Alabama knows how to dress her customers very well!
SOHO
205.879.1333

Emma’s
Ooh-la-la what a shopper’s delight! Emma’s may be a drive for some of you, but for those on the 280 Corridor oh how lucky you are to have this boutique near you! Most coveted item at Emma’s – David Kahn jeans, they actually are known to visually take pounds off!
Inverness/Greystone
205.995.1110

Francesca’s Collection
Affordable chic, this best describes Francesca’s Collection. Sexy tops, jersey dresses, and necklaces galore, this boutique at The Summit is fairly new to the scene and will have you experiencing sticker shock, because it is so inexpensive.
The Summit
205.969.2432

Jane Simon
For truly a 5th Avenue or Rodeo Drive experience, visit Jane Simon in Mountain Brook. The most luxurious designers can be found here, famous names like Oscar de la Renta and newcomers like Jenni Kayne who dresses Mischa Barton, the Olsons, and many more. Owner Lisa Anderson has exquisite taste and a true eye for style.
Mountain Brook Village
205.423.0257

Lara
Owner of Lara, Lara Seelhort is not only a sweetheart, but she has a sweet eye for fashion as well. From the softest Susanna Monaco shirts and dresses to the girly, yet sleek designs of Nanette Lepore, Lara is always getting the hippest new digs in and you will want them before anyone else gets their hands on them! Also check out her Verdier Vintage Jewelry.
Patton Creek
205.982.1000

Laura Kathryn
Laura Kathryn opened its doors in Crestline almost 14 years ago and has built a reputation for stylish clothes, knowledgeable staff, and great fashion shows, too! Like a candy store for shopaholics, Laura Kathryn will have you jonesing for that sweet new outfit.
Crestline Village
205.870.5683

Marella
Looking for a great dress to turn heads or perhaps that perfect tee? Marella carries everything from the ever-so-chic Tracy Reese to the ever-so-comfy Vince. Also available Madge Cosmetics by the Birmingham born Meg Thompson.
Mountain Brook Village
205.879.3999

Private Gallery
This Southern based retailer has shops throughout the South and thank goodness for Birmingham, a store at The Summit. From the best selection of Michael Stars to very reasonably priced jackets and shoes to a huge selection of trendy jewelry, you are bound to make this one of your favorite boutiques, too!
The Summit
205.969.1559

Soca Clothing
Jeff Tenner and his sales reps mean business – they scout out markets for the latest trends in jeans, purses, tshirts, etc. From the oh-so-hot Genetic Denim to Rolling Stones Tshirts, Soca style is affordable and fresh from New York showrooms.
Southside
205.939.4955

Susan G. Matthews
Oh Sweet Pea, and plenty of other fun designers perfect for hip stylish women! This intimate boutique in Mountain Brook has chic coats, party dresses, and modern suits that make a statement in any meeting.
Mountain Brook Village
205.879.7186

Swank
This boutique is relatively new to the shopping scene but is quickly becoming a favorite. Located inside Jane Simon in Mountain brook Village, Swank is a fun, hip boutique with a variety of price ranges and a slew of exclusive brands like Envi and Christopher Deane. Be sure to check out their great denim display too, owner Emily Dees can help you find what style fits you best.
205.871.2324.

Theodora
This Birmingham boutique not only has local notoriety, but also national after being profiled in Lucky Magazine. You can find rockstar chic from Anna Sui and Betsy Johnson that bring cool back. Enjoy martini nights on Monday.
Homewood 18th Street
205.879.0335