This summer is the perfect time to check out these newly opened local boutiques and explore their uniquely curated offerings. Not intentional, but this list is comprised of all women-owned businesses who are each adding personalized touches, making shopping a special experience.
Room Eight Studio
Room Eight Studio has been an e-commerce site for more than two years, garnering a loyal following of fashion-forward thinking customers. Founder Ashley Catronio is now bringing her vision to Delray Beach with her first environmentally-conscious boutique, offering a curated assortment of women’s clothing, jewelry, home accessories, skin care products, men’s apparel and more. If you’re looking for denim, then look no further with the boutique’s extensive denim selection which includes brands Citizens of Humanity, Moussy Vintage, and Amo among others.
Shopping at Room Eight is like walking into the pages of a fashion magazine. “I think of it as a tailored ecosystem, leaving space for the editorial finds that elevate our way of thinking. Beyond the unrealistic perfection and unattainable prices, a glimmer of artistry, vision and trailblazing compositions evolve between the lines,” shares Catronio on what inspires her.
Also noteworthy, the boutique is currently running its biggest sale of the year through July 4.
325 N.E. 2nd Ave., Unit 101, Delray Beach
IG: @roomeightstudio
Website: roomeightstudio.com
Marotta Boutique
Marotta Boutique is new to Atlantic Avenue, but it’s making a splash already with its specialized offering of luxurious Italian apparel and accessories. Owner Esperanza Marotta is not new to retail, with her first location located on Worth Avenue. Florida being as hot as it is year-round, the dresses in vibrant, colorful Italian-inspired prints are perfect to make a beautiful chic statement along with a myriad of accessories. Ciao Bella!
822 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach
IG: @marotta.boutique
House of Perna
House of Perna is getting ready to debut its flagship boutique and atelier this summer and, without a doubt, it’s going to be a joyful space created by Founder & Designer Amanda Perna. Set to soft open at the end of July or early August, the grand opening will be in October. For the first time, Perna will have men’s swim, women’s ready-to-wear, one-of-a kind and limited-edition styles, accessories and the work of other incredible brands that focus on small batch and exclusive products. There will even be an area to customize straw hats and bags. Keep a lookout for fashionable events, meet-ups and workshops for those who love color, art and fashion.
253 N.E. 2nd Ave., Delray Beach
IG: @houseofperna
Website: thehouseofperna.com
Vêtu
Vêtu is a family-owned business with three generations working together to “bring back the fashion experience of the golden ages when tailors were on-site,” says co-Founder Diana Alava. That’s exactly the added benefit that customers get from shopping at Vêtu. The Royal Palm Place boutique offers full alterations and tailoring services on premise, so shop an assortment of apparel and accessories with every generation in mind and rest assured that you will have a tailored quality wardrobe at fair prices. And, if you’re wondering what’s the meaning of “Vêtu”—It is “dressed” in French and “you go” in Spanish, so “Dressed you go!”
Special note, they have a sale rack going on all summer, but their big 40% summer sale on all clothes (excluding swim and accessories) will run the weekend of July 6 and July 7.
306 S. Federal Highway, Boca Raton
IG: @shopvetu
Website: vêtu.com
Michelle Farmer
Michelle Farmer, the luxury designer and retailer, has expanded her local namesake footprint with a new location at Mizner Park. With design elements including high ceilings and ample light, the boutique is welcoming, offering the perfect setting to showcase Farmer’s own original designs of versatile pieces made of beautiful fabrics at the brand’s very own West Palm Beach atelier. In addition, shop a carefully curated selection of elevated emerging designers. This retail destination is one to discover, if you haven’t yet.
328 Plaza Real, Boca Raton
IG: @michellefarmercollaborate
Website: michellefarmer.com
Love From Palm Beach
Love From Palm Beach is an island-inspired art brand created and curated by renowned artist Camilla Webster. She recently moved into a new space where customers can discover one of her famous hand-painted handbags, and a selection of pieces perfect for under-the-sun living. You’ll find towels, journals, stationary and travel bags which also make wonderful gifts. Webster’s art studio is also located in the same space, so make sure to check out her original paintings that inspire her brand.
500 Palm St., West Palm Beach
IG: @lovefrompalmbeach
Website: lovefrompalmbeach.com
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