June 25, 2007

Rush Hour

Mahri Opens

Those rushed shopping sprees packed into your lunch hour are starting to take their toll.

Instead of a party dress, last week’s take was an overpriced sun hat, flip-flops, and leggings you won’t wear till September.

Stop spreading yourself thin and check out newly opened Mahri. Owners Marianthe Anagnostis and daughter Aimee have combined talents — mom, goldsmith extraordinaire; daughter, a killer eye and experience in the buying department at Bergdorf — to give new meaning to one-stop shopping.

Flirty summer pieces, from Amo & Bretti’s lightweight knits to Cass Guy and Eurythmic dresses, line the walls; while the main floor plays center stage to necklaces, rings, earrings, and bracelets — all handmade from silver or 14- and 18-karat white and yellow gold. Handbags by Anthony Luciano hide out in the back.

Wander around. Try some things on. Take up the whole hour.

Just don’t forget to pack your lunch.

Mahri, 215 Newbury Street, Back Bay (617-437-0110 or mahrijewelry.com).