![]() Website: Fabtique Samson Men’s Emporium via FacebookĪ men’s clothing store that doesn’t smell like a heavy-handed spritz of cologne? It does exist! There’s no sense of machismo or any references to sports with balls, so I was optimistic on my very first visit. Plus, it’s right across from La Chatelain. Even my body type which is ‘hates cardio, loves ice cream.’ I’ve found the staff to be friendly and accommodating, and the inside is light and bright, which allows you to accurately see the quality of the clothes. They carry Kut from the Kloth denim, which comes in a variety of rises and washes, and flatter a range of body types. Located in The Shops On Lane Avenue, this store has a large selection of designer labels and clothes for almost any occasion from dressy to casual. Location: 1657 W Lane Ave, Upper Arlington However, you can shop online anytime and support a local business while having that marathon Netflix session. It is important to note that currently, they’re only open on the weekends. A nice plus is their range of activewear, that’s perfect for actually being active or just, you know, wearing all day so that others think you’re on your way to hot yoga when in actuality you’re planning a Netflix binge. You’d be hard-pressed to not find something you love at this shop. I stumbled across this place after a meal at Harvest Moon Craft Kitchen. Location: 15 E Waterloo St, Canal Winchester Anthropologie comes to mind when you’re shopping here, and they source their clothing worldwide, so many of the embroidered, on-trend pieces are hand sewn. I think there’s a small grouping of stuff that if you saw it, you might think was geared to a much older demographic, but they’ve done a good job of catering to many ages. If you’re into graphic tees, they have a fun selection. Flowy tops and dresses, with many a tunic. The boho vibe is strong here, and that’s a plus in my opinion. While I prefer to shop for swimwear in the darkened recesses of the internet, while wearing sweatpants and eating cheese, for those of you who can stomach the realities of fluorescent lighting and floor to ceiling mirrors, you’ll be able to find a unique suit that no one else will be wearing at the community pool.Ĭlothes that are beautiful, on trend, and dare I say, comfortable? Yes, please. Birch only carries women’s fashion, but unlike a lot of smaller boutiques, they also carry swimwear. Will I get one thing? Two? Five? With brands like Spiritual Gangster, Free People, and Show Me Your Mumu, the answer is probably closer to five if I’m being honest. Website: Happy Go Lucky Her Birch via Facebookīirch is appealing to me in the same way that ‘Puppy Surprise’ stuffies were appealing to me in the 80’s. Happy Go Lucky is a family affair, with a mother-daughter duo running the show, and they absolutely have their finger on the pulse of what consumers are looking for in fashion. The line celebrates women’s bodies and self-confidence, with flowing lines and soft, comfortable fabric. ![]() The Israeli brand Alembika, which I’d never even heard of before, is featured prominently in the store, and for good reason. Clearly, I’m not one of those “capsule wardrobe” folks. If I had an unlimited clothing budget this is where I’d go. Website: Thread Happy Go Lucky Her via Facebook The coolest thing about Thread is that while they carry well-known designer brands, they also serve as an incubator for up and coming brands, for those of you who like to be trendsetters in your own right. I was impressed with the range of prices, many of the things I loved were affordable and under $100, but they certainly have investment pieces as well. Women’s and men’s clothing, accessories, home decor, there’s really not much you can’t find here. Situated smack dab in the middle of Grandview Ave’s best shopping, Thread is a destination in and of itself. We have so many excellent, curated, locally owned boutiques to visit, and this list certainly doesn’t include them all. Behind Los Angeles and New York City, Central Ohio ranks third in the country for resident fashion designers. We all know that Columbus is far from a cow town as it was once portrayed, but it wasn’t until recently that I realized we live in a fashion mecca. As much as I love The Gap, I have shown up to many a function wearing the same thing as someone else after picking something up there. But sometimes you want to buy something special, maybe a little unique. In middle school, there was nothing like strolling Westland Mall, hitting up ‘5-7-9’ or ‘County Seat.’ I loved to linger outside ‘Tinder Box’ because it smelled so good, and maybe swing by the ‘Piercing Pagoda’ for a new pair of earrings.Įven now, I love a good mall day, don’t get me wrong. Being a child of the 80’s, shopping malls have always been my jam.
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