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A Beginner’s Guide to Scoring One-of-a-Kind Local Pottery
For Trays and Vases Jill Rosenwald You can spot an original Jill Rosenwald from across any room: All pieces feature a luxurious yet understated 14-karat-gold […]
Out with Fast Fashion, in with Sustainable Style in the Seaport
When it comes to clothes, Bostonians are smart shoppers—we appreciate the opportunity to dig into the “how” and “why” behind our purchases. And while the […]
Will Boston’s Indie Boutiques and Salons Survive the Shutdown?
If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably been noticing the steady drip of emails from national retailers touting what you need to wear to “WFH.” […]
Browse Summer Shades at Lunette Optic’s New Location
It was love at first sight—literally—for Ted Mogtader and Michelle Rahimian. The pair met when Mogtader hired Rahimian to be the optometrist at his former […]
Test out the Merchandise Yourself at These Five Interactive Stores
For the Flower Fiend Table & Tulip Love plants but don’t have much of a green thumb? Try your hand at flower arranging courtesy of […]
Object of Desire: A Swarovski Crystal Butterfly Clutch
You know what they say about March—it comes in like a lion and goes out with a gala. One sure-fire way to stand out among […]
Object of Desire: A See-Through Plastic and Leather Tote
It took the humiliation of having to carry her personal items around a U2 show in a Ziploc bag for Laura Baldini, cofounder of the […]
Five Shops to Boutique-Hop in Downtown Needham
1. Covet + Lou Owner Tina Burgos has a reputation for knowing exactly what will be cool tomorrow. At her Needham boutique, the well-curated racks […]
Must-See Holiday Markets Popping Up around Boston This Season
For a season characterized by carols promising good tidings, sleigh rides, and days on end of dancin’ merrily, the holidays are surprisingly stressful. Between finding […]
Seeking Locally-Made Treasures? Try Our New England-Made Holiday Gift Guide
1 Simon Pearce “Beachstone” stoneware bowl $195, Vermont, simonpearce.com. 2 Heart Grown Wild “Truth” face steam, $15, and “Moonlight” bath soak, $22, Vermont, heartgrownwild.com. 3 […]
Five Massachusetts Stationery Stores to Shop Holiday Cards This Year
For Holiday Cards Loyal Supply Co. Get a head start on your season’s greetings now, and avoid feeling guilty when your mailbox fills up with […]
Object of Desire: Chic Leather and Shearling Sneakers
An extra-soft tee, jeans that hug in just the right places, and sneakers with scuffs that add character. It typically takes years to achieve this […]
Shop Distinctive Jewelry From These Boston Craftswomen
For the maximalist Nicole Fichera It began as a happy accident. Not wanting to waste materials while laser-cutting coasters as a thank-you gift, former Boston-based […]
Object of Desire: A Leafy Tiffany & Co. Diamond Necklace
Have you ever gone outside on a perfectly crisp fall day when the trees are exploding in shades of red and orange and felt inspired […]
10 One of a Kind Boston Mementos Every Townie Needs
It’s no secret that Bostonians really love Boston. The only thing they may love more is showing off their love. Just look around at all […]