dress for success cincinnati style tour
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A project to visit 30 boutiques in 30 days to raise awareness for Dress for Success Cincinnati and support independent shops, sponsored by TheStyleSample.com.TRANSCRIPT
Dress for Success is a national organization that provides clothing, counsel, and most of all,confidence to disadvantaged women re-turning to or entering the workforce. This shop-ping guide was developed to increase aware-ness for Dress for Success Cincinnati, spread the love to independent boutiques, and en-courage you—yes, you!—to support the orga-nization through donating and...shopping!
Visit dfscincy.org to learn more.
Now, let’s shop!
CINCINNATI
Atomic NumberTen
Situated at the corner of 13th and Main Street, the shop is cheery, color-ful, and eclectic. On-street parking is available all along Main Street.
Vintage and secondhand clothing, acces-sories, and shoes for men and women, in addition to vintage furniture, home goods, and the occasional nostalgic bauble.
THE VIBE YOU’LL FIND:
Fun, unique, affordable
Best sellers: Men’s button-down shirts, flannel shirts, and vintage tees.
Don’t miss: The rack in the back room brimming with women’s vintage dress-es (organized by color, of course).
Inside scoop: Join the email list and check Yelp and Facebook for first dibs on coupons and special deals. You can also shop online at atomicten.etsy.com.
I loved this peach dress with matching cape. Atomic Number 10 dress, clutch, and earrings. Right: Racks of men’s button-down shirts; a tabletop vignette includes roller skates and a picnic basket; store mascot Scout.
Owner Katie Garber (above right) adds 50-100 new items to the store each week.
DID YOU KNOW? In 2009, Dress for Success suited 1,025 clients for interviews and employment!
LOOK FOR:
1306 MAIN STREET, OVER-THE-RHINEWWW.ATOMIC10.COM
FACEBOOK, YELP
VISIT
OVER-THE-
RHINE
Brush Factory
Located on the second floor, Brush Factory has a light and airy showroom feel. Spare yet functional furnishings serve as the backdrop for the clothing and accessories on display—the bet-ter to touch and play dress-up.
Old American-style casual separates for women. Lots of simple silhouettes in neu-tral solid colors and hearty textures. Think what cowboys would have worn if cash-mere had been readily available in the Wild West.
THE VIBE: YOU’LL FIND:
Casual, handcrafted, pioneer
Best sellers: Tea-stained and hand-dyed 100% cashmere scarves; custom tailor-made pants.
Don’t miss: The luxuriously comfy cash-mere leggings, recycled pieces from the in-house Undone/Redone line.
Inside scoop: The Brighton location (2019 Central Ave.) is open by appoint-ment for custom work. Shop online at thebrushfactory.etsy.com.
Clockwise from far left: Separates from the Brush Factory house line; geometric wood-en bracelets make great gifts; a rack of separates.
Owner Rosie Kovacs (left) designs and makes the Brush Factory label, and
encourages customers to try things on.
DID YOU KNOW?The 4th Street Boutique is open to everyone, and all sales are used to fund Dress for Success!
LOOK FOR:
3227 MADISON ROAD, OAKLEYWWW.BRUSHMANUFACTORY.COM
FACEBOOK.COM/BRUSHFACTORY
VISIT
OAKLEY
The Little Mahatma
Situated in the heart of Vine Street’s Gateway Quarter, stepping into The Little Mahatma feels like entering a mysterious, far-away part of the world filled with exotic scents and treasures.
Jewelry from Asia, India, South America, and Africa in styles ranging from simple to elaborate. Colorful bags, patterned shawls, home decor items, incense, and handmade toys complete the selection.
THE VIBE: YOU’LL FIND:
Exotic, unique, bold
Best sellers: Handmade sterling silver earrings and bracelets, amber-accented pieces.
Don’t miss: The handmade shawls and plush toys make great gifts.
Inside scoop: The shop also carries one-of-a-kind, museum-quality pieces—great for dressing up basics.
A recycled concrete mask from Haiti, a bold necklace dresses up casual wear, handmade plush toys.
Owner Gloria McConnaghy (right) started the business over 22 years ago, after working as an illustrator in South America and the South Pacific.
DID YOU KNOW? 73% of Dress for Success Cincy clients are residents of the City of Cincinnati.
LOOK FOR:
1205 VINE STREET, GATEWAY QUARTERWWW.LITTLEMAHATMA.COM
[email protected](513) 723-1287
VISIT
OVER-THE-
RHINE
Casablanca Vintage
Located on the corner of Spring Grove, Casablanca Vintage is like your grand-parents’ attic, complete with wall-to-wall rolling racks, unpacked boxes, and piles of clothing everywhere.
Men’s and women’s vintage clothing and accessories from the 40’s to the 80’s. Cos-tumes and tuxedos are for rent, and shoe-repair service is available.
THE VIBE: YOU’LL FIND:
Old-fashioned, warehouse, discovery
Best sellers: Men’s suits—especially 60’s-style mod silhouettes and 70’s lei-sure suits.
Don’t miss: The 70’s style tuxedos for rent, complete with matching ruffled dress shirts.
From left: Racks of clothing, a little bit of
everything on the floor, a selection of shoes.
DID YOU KNOW? The Dress for Success Professional Women’s Group provides coaching for employed clients.
LOOK FOR:
3944 SPRING GROVE AVE, NORTHSIDE(513) 541-6999
VISIT6216 MADISON RD, MADISONVILLE
513.271.2648
NORTH-SIDE
ThellWayllWellWere
In a cozy storefront, The Way We Were is like a charming old home with all of the owner’s treasured possessions in one place.
A little bit of everything! Men’s, women’s and children’s clothing and accessories, jewelry, shoes, home decor, toys, and more! All goods are consignment.
THE VIBE: YOU’LL FIND:
Friendly, homey, well-stocked
Best sellers: Jewelry, women’s dresses.
Don’t miss: Home items, from lamps to electronics.
Inside scoop: New merchandise is re-ceived daily and things tend to go quickly. If you see something you like, get it when you see it!
Owner Shirley McKenrick (far left) has been in business for over 20 years.
LOOK FOR: DID YOU KNOW? The 4th Street Boutique is a a high end thrift store that provides finan-cial support to Dress for Success.
VISIT
MADISON-VILLE
ChickeniiLaysiianiiEgg
Colorful and quirky, Chicken Lays an Egg is filled with honest-to-goodness vintage clothing and other wacky treasures. There’s no obvious signage on the facade, so keep your eyes open!
Women’s and men’s vintage clothing and accessories from the 40’s - 80’s, children’s clothing and vintage toys, housewares, and other trinkets.
THE VIBE: YOU’LL FIND:
Funky, bright, casual
Best sellers: Women’s skirts and dress-es, men’s western shirts.
Don’t miss: The children’s clothing sec-tion in the back next to the dressing room—cute items at reasonable ($6-$10) prices.
Inside scoop: Get first dibs on new items (added on an almost daily basis) via the Facebook page.
From left: A sweet vintage frock; a selection of women’s shoes; kiddie cowboy boots and tap shoes; labeled records cleverly delineate the clothing on a rack.
From top left: A selection of vintage dresses from different eras; co-owner Jessy in front of the colorful mural in the courtyard.
DID YOU KNOW? The Dress for Success suiting pro-gram provides clients with profes-sional attire for interviews.
LOOK FOR:
1608 CHASE AVENUE, NORTHSIDECHICKENLAYSANEGG.COM
@CHICKNLAYSANEGG
VISIT
NORTH-SIDE
Paris J Boutique
Nestled in a small shopping center on Montgomery Road, Paris J Bou-tique boasts purple walls painted with charming French bon mots and a small yet posh lounge area.
Contemporary women’s clothing and ac-cessories, including coats, bags, shoes, jewelry, jeans, and almost every other type of wearable item available.
THE VIBE: YOU’LL FIND:
Exclusive, fashionable, distinctive
Best sellers: Silky blouses that can be dressed up or down, statement coats and jackets.
Don’t miss: The diverse selection of shoes and jewelry.
Inside scoop: New merchandise, sales, specials, and events are regularly post-ed on the Facebook page.
From left: A little black dress; a bold ring on display; two-toned ankle booties.
Owner Teresa Washington (top right) regularly attends trade shows and adds new merchandise to the shop several times per week.
DID YOU KNOW? The Dress for Success Career Transformation Center offers ca-reer guidance for clients.
LOOK FOR:
9797 MONTGOMERY RD.PARISJBOUTIQUE.COM
@PARISJBOUTIQUEFACEBOOK
VISIT
MONTGOMERY
Trend Boutique
Hidden in plain sight at the corner of Madison Rd. and Markbreit, Trend Boutique is an airy space with plen-ty of natural light and an easygoing, feminine vibe.
A selection of casually chic women’s clothing, including denim, tees, blazers, dresses, blouses, and jackets, alongside jewelry and accessories by national and local designers.
THE VIBE: YOU’LL FIND:
Laid back, inviting, moderately priced
Best sellers: Starr Luna t-shirts, Topin sweaters.
Don’t miss: Tulle’s five-pocket leg-gings—comfortable, practical, and per-fect with a tunic and blazer.
Inside scoop: Join the email list and Facebook page for updates on new ar-rivals and sales. Online shopping is com-ing soon at shop.trendcincinnati.com!
From left: A wear-with-anything cardi-vest, handbags and wallets, a boy-cut blazer.
Owner Stephanie Rozanovich (left) stresses friendly, helpful service and reasonable prices.
DID YOU KNOW? Dress for Success clients are eli-gible for up to 10 additional ward-robe items once they’ve secured employment.
LOOK FOR:
2946 MARKBREIT AVE, OAKLEY SQUAREWWW.TRENDCINCINNATI.COM
@TRENDCINCINNATIFACEBOOK
VISIT
OAKLEY
The Gilded Age
At The Gilded Age, opulent fabrics and gleaming surfaces serve as the back-drop for sparkling jewels and glossy stones.
Jewelry made from precious stones and polished shell, handbags, art glass, an-tiques, vintage furniture, chandeliers, baby items, and specialty gifts.
THE VIBE: YOU’LL FIND:
Eclectic, precious, glamorous
Best sellers: Lavish statement neck-laces made of gemstones, abalone, and pearls.
Don’t miss: The antiques and gift items—take some time to browse the cases in the back room.
Inside scoop: They create special cus-tom jewelry for weddings, and host group shopping parties complete with wine and hors d’oeuvres.
From left: Home decor; a piece by local artist Alex Cipa; a one-of-a-kind necklace by Todd Dugle.
The Gilded Age is filled with unique jewelry and gift items.
DID YOU KNOW? Dress for Success has distributed over 100,000 articles of clothing since opening in 1999.
LOOK FOR:
1120 ST. GREGORY STREET, MT ADAMS513.421.6122
VISIT
MT ADAMS
NVISION
Stepping into NVISION is like visiting a modernized version of the 70’s. The basement, with it’s selection of vin-tage lighting, furniture, and clothing, is especially enchanting.
Vintage, secondhand, handmade, and consignment clothing and accessories; vintage and secondhand furniture and housewares, and art.
THE VIBE: YOU’LL FIND:
Fun, quality, inspiring
Best sellers: Men’s clothing, hand-screened and embroidered onesies.
Don’t miss: The shop regularly hosts art shows by local and international artists. If you can’t make it to the store, shop online!
Inside scoop: Basic alterations and cus-tom fitting are included with clothing purchases; payment plans are available!
From left: Wearing a vintage dress; the superb selection of high-end vintage in the basement; a colorful vignette.
Above: Treasures abound in the basement; a selection of hats and shoes.
DID YOU KNOW? Dress for Success Cincinnati has been providing interview attire since 1999.
LOOK FOR:
4577 HAMILTON AVE, NORTHSIDENVISIONSHOP.COM
VISIT
NORTH-SIDE
Savannah G Boutique
Located in a rambling old house on a deserted street in the West End, Sa-vannah G Boutique is charmingly so-phisticated and dilapidated with a Grey Gardens vibe.
Women’s casual and formal clothing and accessories, including coats, jewelry, hats, and bags.
THE VIBE: YOU’LL FIND:
Classy, one-of-a-kind, elegant
Best sellers: Coats and dusters in deep jewel tones.
Don’t miss: The selection of jewelry made by local designers.
Inside scoop: Limited quantities of each item are available, so if you see something you like, get it soon!
From top: A glamourous coat; perfume bottles; a vintage purse
Owner Frances Garr (above right) buys limited quantities so “you don’t see yourself coming and going.”
DID YOU KNOW? More than 29,000 volunteer hours have been given to Dress for Suc-cess since 1999.
LOOK FOR:
1718 FREEMAN AVE, WEST END513.241.2875
WEDS-SAT 1-6PM
VISIT
WEST END
Fetish
On the edge of Hyde Park Square, Fe-tish caters to customers of all ages looking for something stylish but not over-the-top.
Women’s clothing and accessories includ-ing denim, dresses, and separates from contemporary designers, as well as a se-lection of original art.
THE VIBE: YOU’LL FIND:
Versatile, universal, artsy
Best sellers: Blooming flower bags in several colors.
Don’t miss: The versatile t-shirt scarf and original art—both by local talent.
Inside scoop: Impromptu specials and discounts are posted on the Facebook page!
From above: A unique dress; t-shirt scarves; a rack of basics; an artsy display.
From top left: A selection of jeans and tees; colorful scarves; a unique cardigan sweater.
DID YOU KNOW? The Dress for Success Career Transformation Center offers con-tinuous career guidance for clients.
LOOK FOR:
3425 ERIE AVE, HYDE PARKWWW.NINAFALLON.COM
513.321.0004FACEBOOK
VISIT
HYDE PARK
Soho
A boutique in the truest sense of the word, Soho has transitioned from a place to find cutesy dresses to a truly sophisticated high-fashion retailer.
Women’s clothing and accessories includ-ing dresses, separates, belts, and delicate-ly edgy fine and costume jewelry.
THE VIBE: YOU’LL FIND:
Fabulous, chic, cutting-edge
Best sellers: Fashion-forward dresses from contemporary lines.
Don’t miss: The separates! Especial-ly the feminine blouses, which can be worn with jeans or business attire.
Inside scoop: The shop offers head-to-toe styling advice for all customers, and a new blog full of style tips is coming to the site soon!
From left: A glittery dress; the back of the shop; a row of color-coordinated dresses and sepa-rates.
Manager Ilycia Kahn and owner Amy Fessler (right) help customers put together chic looks for any occasion.
DID YOU KNOW? Over 170 clients joined the Dress for Success Professional Women’s group in 2009.
LOOK FOR:
2757 OBSERVATORY AVE, HYDE PARKSHOPSOHOBOUTIQUE.COM
513.321.6930FACEBOOK
@SOHOBOUTIQUE
VISIT
HYDE PARK
Envy
Offering a wide selection of clothing “from blue jeans to black tie”, Envy is a haven of casual wear for women from 30-80.
Casual and dressy clothing and accesso-ries for women, including jeans, jackets, bags, scarves, and Spanx.
THE VIBE: YOU’LL FIND:
Sophisticated, casual, edgy
Best sellers: Pants and denim—they carry plenty of brands to choose from.
Don’t miss: The long cardigans—there’s a good selection of styles in everything from cotton to cashmere.
Inside scoop: The sales staff offers per-sonalized attention, and mailing list subscribers learn about sales and spe-cial offers first.
A selection of jeans; a bright leather bag; cozy seating.
From top: A display of casualwear; a rack full of soft cardigan sweaters; the store’s tagline.
DID YOU KNOW? You can hold a clothing drive for Dress for Success! Donations are accepted year-round.
LOOK FOR:
2651 OBSERVATORY AVE, HYDE PARK513.321.3207
VISIT
HYDE PARK
4U Urban Boutique
Positioned near the corner of 12th and Vine streets, 4U is bright and colorful with a distinct urban vibe.
Men’s and women’s clothing and accesso-ries, including jeans, tees, dresses, blazers, undergarments, and jewelry.
THE VIBE: YOU’LL FIND:
Chic, fashion-forward, affordable
Best sellers: Women’s dresses, especial-ly those suited for nights on the town.
Don’t miss: The selection of shirts and tops—perfect for an evening out.
Inside scoop: New arrivals and special events (fashion shows! Sales!) are post-ed on Facebook and sent to email sub-scribers.
From above: modelling a graceful top; a se-lection of men’s jeans; a necklace from a line of jewelry made from wood, fruit, and other natural materials
Owners Andy and Giovanny carry a number of lines from Los Angeles designers.
DID YOU KNOW? The 4th Street Boutique accepts clothing donations on Thursdays from 10-6.
LOOK FOR:
16 E 12TH STREET, OVER-THE-RHINEWWW.4UBOUTIQUE.COM
VISIT
OVER-THE-
RHINE
Sara Benjamin’s
Nestled in the Tudor-style buildings that make up Mariemont’s village square, Sara Benjamin’s is youthful but not overly trendy, catering to shop-pers from age 14-80.
Women’s clothing and accessories, in-cluding denim, coats, scarves, jewelry, and handbags at a variety of price points.
THE VIBE: YOU’LL FIND:
Quality, selection, service
Best sellers: Jeans from a number of popular denim lines, including J Brand, Paige, and Hudson.
Don’t miss: The coats and jackets in unique-to-Cincinnati styles.
Inside scoop: Become a Facebook fan to take advantage of “Facebook Fridays”—a special deal is offered each month. You can also sign up for the email list.
From left: a lacy dress; a selection of clothing; colorful scarves.
The shop carries over 50 lines, so there’s something for women of all ages.
DID YOU KNOW? Dress for Success is always in need of purses and shoes for clients. All donations are appreciated!
LOOK FOR:
6810 WOOSTER PIKE, MARIEMONTWWW.SARABENJAMINS.COM
VISIT
MARIEMONT
Morrison & Me
Located in a renovated historic house, Morrison & Me’s warm lighting and comfortable seating area set the stage for the selection of urbane footwear on the main floor.
Womens shoes from a selection of de-signers, in addition to accessories and a well-edited clothing collection.
THE VIBE: YOU’LL FIND:
Modern, sophisticated, comfort
Best sellers: The comfortable and styl-ish European-style sport shoes.
Don’t miss: Head upstairs to check out the carefully chosen selection of cloth-ing.
Inside scoop: Two words: Shoe party. You can arrange for 10 or more of your friends to enjoy an evening of shopping and receive a 10% commission on pur-chases.
From above: a soft bag; beaded moccasins; a jacket and belt from the clothing area.
Owners Amy and Tim Morrison (above right) share a background in shoe sales and carry lines exclusive to Cincinnati in their shop.
DID YOU KNOW? You can hold a suit drive for Dress for Success at any time! Donations are always welcome.
LOOK FOR:
1979 MADISON RD, O’BRYONVILLEMORRISONANDME.COM
513.232.7463FACEBOOK, YELP
VISIT
O’BRYONVILLE
The Mustard Seed
The Mustard Seed is located in a small, bright shop across from the Esquire Theater, and carries a variety of attrac-tive clothing and accessories neatly arranged by color.
Women’s clothing and accessories, includ-ing shoes, purses, jewelry, and jackets; as well as a selection of men’s clothing. All of the merchandise is carefully chosen con-signment.
THE VIBE: YOU’LL FIND:
Eclectic, ageless, selective
Best sellers: Women’s tops in a variety of colors and styles.
Don’t miss: The items on display on overhead shelves—look up!
Inside scoop: New items are posted on the Facebook page regularly; make friends with the staff and they might hold an item you like.
From left: Courtnee of Moments of Whimsy in a look from the boutique; a Marc Jacobs trench coat; a selection of jeans.
Clothing and accessories are attractively displayed throughout the shop.
DID YOU KNOW? All sales proceeds from the 4th Street Boutique support Dress for Success.
LOOK FOR:
311 LUDLOW AVE, CLIFTONWWW.THEMUSTARDSEEDBOUTIQUE.COM
VISIT
CLIFTON
TalkllofllthelTown
At Talk of the Town, several decades collided and decided to hang out and be friends. There’s much to see, yet it all seems familiar.
Men’s and women’s clothing and acces-sories from the 20’s to the 80’s; a treasure trove of jewelry and hats; numerous cos-tumes for every imaginable occasion or theme.
THE VIBE: YOU’LL FIND:
Zen, karmic, happy
Best sellers: Hard-to-find items like gloves and hats; ladies dresses.
Don’t miss: The incredible selection of costumes on the 2nd floor; the delicate-ly embroidered vintage hankies.
Inside scoop: Most items can be pur-chased or rented for a small fee—each price is listed on the tag. Frequent shop-pers are eligible for rewards!
From above: a 1930’s dress on display; a shelf full of cowboy boots; a selection of costume hats.
Owner Nancy Marshall (right) has been in the vintage business for over 20 years, and focuses on quality and customer service.
DID YOU KNOW?Beyond the Suit Breakfast is a free event through which you can ex-perience the mission of DFS.
LOOK FOR:
9111 READING RD, READING513.563.8844
VISIT
READING
Unheard Of
A bonafide lifestyle brand in the heart of West 4th Street, Unheard Of is a light, modern space filled with electric candy-colored art and clothing.
Men’s and women’s apparel and accesso-ries, including tees, jeans, and a huge se-lection of sneakers. The original art is for sale, too.
THE VIBE: YOU’LL FIND:
Inventive, rare, revolutionary
Best sellers: Nike Air Max and retro run-ning shoes.
Don’t miss: Jeans by denim line The Hundreds.
Inside scoop: New arrivals are posted on the website and Twitter. Sign up for email updates to find out about special events, like live music in the courtyard.
From above: The window display, a selection of shirts and hoodies, hats and tees displayed on a lightbox.
Co-owner Phil Lipschutz (right) encourages shoppers to create their own lifestyle with the items in the store .
DID YOU KNOW? Volunteers are a vital part of Dress for Success’ operations. Contact (513) 651-3372 to learn more!
LOOK FOR:
323 W. 4TH ST, DOWNTOWNWWW.UNHEARDOFBRAND.COM
[email protected]@UNHEARDOFBRAND
VISIT
DOWN-TOWN
Original Thought Required
Entering the slender front door, you’re surrounded by exposed brick and white walls. Splashes of red accent the space, which feels raw yet refined.
Men’s and women’s tees, sneakers, and clothing, from New York-based lines to the in-house designs.
THE VIBE: YOU’LL FIND:
Young, fresh, new
Best sellers: The Original Thought Re-quired logo tees.
Don’t miss: Lightweight yet warm flan-nel shirts by up-and-coming line Durkl.
Inside scoop: Check the blog, Facebook page, and Twitter feed for updates on new merchandise and special events.
From above: men’t shirts and pullovers; tees and sneakers on display; a humorous tee.
Owner James Marable (right) plans to bring in more “proper” clothing, like shirts and jackets in the future.
DID YOU KNOW? If you’re interested in offering financial support to Dress for Success, it’s easy to do so online!
LOOK FOR:
1307 MAIN ST, OVER-THE-RHINEWWW.OTRFRESH.COM
[email protected]@OTRFRESH
VISIT
OVER-THE-
RHINE
4th Street Boutique
Warm and welcoming, the 4th Street Boutique feels like your favorite thrift store merged with your favorite bou-tique for a family reunion.
Women’s secondhand clothing and ac-cessories, including bags, jewelry, belts, suits, shoes, coats, and evening wear.
THE VIBE: YOU’LL FIND:
Friendly, laid-back, treasure trove
Best sellers: Blouses and jewelry—there are plenty of both to choose.
Don’t miss: The dresses and seasonal evening wear. They also receive dona-tions of high-end designer items regu-larly.
Inside scoop: Donations are accepted on Thursdays, so Friday is a good day to shop. Check the website for sales and featured items.
From above: A dress from the vintage section; a selection of faux fur coats; a pair of Helmut Lang heels.
The boutique is staffed by friendly vol-unteers like Susi and Dolly (above right), and often received designer items like this Miu Miu bag (right).
DID YOU KNOW?4th Street Boutique is guilt free shopping! All sales proceeds are donated to Dress for Success.
LOOK FOR:
135 WEST FOURTH ST, DOWNTOWNWWW.4THSTREETBOUTIQUE.ORG
513.651.3372FACEBOOK
VISIT
DOWN-TOWN
Urban Chick Boutique
As the name suggests, the boutique feels urban and feminine. The expan-sive space is decorated with vividly colored merchandise.
Women’s clothing and accessories, includ-ing jewelry, bags, scarves, and hats.
THE VIBE: YOU’LL FIND:
Fun, affordable, unique
Best sellers: Colorful scarves and neck-laces that dress up any outfit.
Don’t miss: The patterned umbrellas decorating the ceiling are also for sale!
Inside scoop: The Facebook page is up-dated daily—look for deals and specials just for fans.
From above: A pretty dress and acces-sories; a selection of sunglasses; gifts and accessories decorate the shelves.
Owner Terri Smith runs the boutique with the help of her daughter Abby (right).
DID YOU KNOW? The Professional Women’s Group offers one-on-one career guidance for Dress for Success clients.
LOOK FOR:
6740 CLOUGH PIKE, ANDERSON TWPWWW.URBANCHICKBOUTIQUE.COM
VISIT
ANDERSON
TOWNSHIP
Arté Nouvelle
Bright colors and soft music greet you as you walk through the door of Arté Nouvelle—the shop manages to feel fun, yet refined and relaxing.
Women’s clothing and accessories, in-cluding coats, jewelry, shoes, and all the scarves you’ll ever want.
THE VIBE: YOU’LL FIND:
Classy, different, timeless
Best sellers: Scarves! Wool, cotton, or silk; patterned, fringed, or plain.
Don’t miss: The handmade scarves and bags by an Indianapolis-based designer.
Inside scoop: Impromptu sales and specials are posted on the Facebook page; owner Cathy Caldemeyer shares her adventures at Market Week on the website.
From above: A colorful Vivienne West-wood coat; a selection of jewelry; plenty of scarves and accessories.
The shop carries merchandise from design-ers not found elsewhere in Cincinnati.
DID YOU KNOW? Dress for Success holds tours for people interested in learning more about the organization.
LOOK FOR:
3445 EDWARDS RD, HYDE PARKWWW.ARTENOUVELLE.COM
VISIT
HYDE PARK
PangaeallTrading Co.
Situated next to The Emery Theater on Ludlow, Pangaea has a distinctly global feel, as if your jet-setting best friend let you raid her closet.
Women’s clothing and accessories, in-cluding shoes, belts, bags, jewelry, coats, hair accessories, and lingerie; as well as gift items like candles and picture frames.
THE VIBE: YOU’LL FIND:
Dynamic, world-flair, friendly
Best sellers: Cute and affordable coats by Tulle; wooden earrings by Willow.
Don’t miss: The large selection of natu-ral stone jewelry in the cases by the reg-ister.
Inside scoop: Join the email list and Facebook page to see employee picks. Stop in on Fridays—the shop is heavily stocked in preparation for the weekend.
From above: clothing and jewelry on display; a selection of shoes and boots; hand-carved wood earrings.
New items arrive daily, so there’s always something new to see.
DID YOU KNOW? If you have a skill to share, you can volunteer to speak at Professional Women’s Group meeting.
LOOK FOR:
326 LUDLOW AVE, CLIFTON513.751.3330
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CLIFTON
2nd Chance
Set up like a mini-department store, 2nd Chance is filled with current con-signment merchandise. Three loca-tions—Springdale, West Chester, and Western Hills—make it convenient.
Women’s clothing and accessories, includ-ing shoes, jewelry, and bags, as well as a selection of home accessories.
THE VIBE: YOU’LL FIND:
Chic, classy, in style
Best sellers: Tops and designer bags.
Don’t miss: The plus-size section just beyond the register; the entire wall of household items.
Inside scoop: Remember to check out the displays for the best merchandise; pay attention to the “sale” date on the tags—items are automatically discount-ed after that date.
From top left: A color-coordinated display; a selection of designer accessories; plenty of jeans to choose from.
2nd Chance shoppers can choose from a range of clothing, jewelry, and home items.
DID YOU KNOW? You can connect with Dress for Success online at dfscincy.org & 4thstreetboutique.org.
LOOK FOR:
11729 SPRINGFIELD PIKE, SPRINGDALEWWW.SHOP2NDCHANCE.COM
513.671.7162FACEBOOK
VISIT
SPRINGDALE
High Street
Situated on a stretch of Reading Road, High Street is 8,000 square feet of pure visual inspiration. Aesthetically stun-ning displays tempt you at every turn.
Home decor items including furniture, lighting, floor and wall coverings, and gifts. Plus, books, jewelry, bags, accesso-ries, and clothing items.
THE VIBE: YOU’LL FIND:
Fierce, urban, intelligent
Best sellers: Small home accessories like pillows and throws.
Don’t miss: The items that are part of the vivid displays—things are not just there to look pretty, you can buy them.
Inside scoop: You can shop online at shophighstreet.com. Sign up for the email newsletter and check out the blog for more information and inspiration.
From top left: Jewelry on display; colorful clothing hangs in a wardrobe; a selection of inspiring books.
High Street carries a variety of lifestyle items for home, body, and mind.
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