Big box emporiums and megachains are sprouting like weeds these days in Clarendon, robbing the once hip boulevards of even the slightest street cred.

But the little guy is staging a comeback, and it’s looking pretty good.

Farinelli’s boutique, owned by local fashion guru Mauro Farinelli, is packed to the brim with jeans, ecochic sportswear, and darling fall dresses.

Cozy up to affordable sweaters by Shae, rock out in flowing dresses by Voom or Josh Brody, and go casual in Alternative Apparel. There are plenty of denim lines, including Paige, 1921, and J Brand. The drool-worthy Current/Elliott jeans arrive next month.

Invest in a custom canvas and leather tote to become a preferred buyer.

Though you might purchase enough to warrant a crate or barrel.

Farinelli’s, 2839 Clarendon Boulevard, Arlington (703-647-9856 or farinellis.blogspot.com). Mention DailyCandy for 25 percent off all purchases.