October 21, 2009

Curator San Francisco

Get your fix of smartly edited basics (Micaela Greg knits, Blank jeans) at this delightfully diminutive boutique from the design team behind She-bible. Natch, their own line of stylishly comfy dresses and tops is available, too.

  Civic Center, Fashion, Good for Gifts, Indie Designers

September 8, 2009

Molte Cose San Francisco

This whimsical, three-level boutique stocks both vintage and new items. Jewelry, housewares, men’s, and intimates, as well as unusual gift ideas are the shop’s specialties.

  Nob Hill, Fashion, Good for Gifts

February 13, 2009

Stuart & Wright New York

  Brooklyn, Fashion, Good for Gifts, Indie Designers

January 8, 2009

Mine Dallas

From tried-and-true fashion staples (Spanx, Jenny Han, Chan Luu) to local darlings like Sonya Renée Jewelry, the clothing and accessories boutique covers all its bases.

  Devonshire, Fashion, Good for Gifts, Local Designers

November 3, 2008

Sevilla Smith Philadelphia

This whimsical boutique carries cost-consious clothes that don’t skimp on style.

  Center City, Fashion, Boys, Girls

November 30, 2006

Fred Flare New York

Named after Fred Astaire, the quirky online boutique has a location in North Williamsburg. All your ironic, last-minute gift needs will be satisfied. 

  Brooklyn, Fashion, E-Commerce, Good for Gifts

October 5, 2006

Manika Jewelry San Francisco

This Maiden lane boutique dedicated to all things sparkly specializes in local fine jewelers like Anne Meplon and Deborah Durant.

  Union Square, Fashion, Good for Gifts, Ritzy