New boutiques, holiday specials offered

Fab’rik

High style is what you’ll find at the newest boutique in StoneCrest Shopping Center. Fab’rik, an Atlanta-based store, opened in south Charlotte in mid-November. Offering clothes and accessories, all (aside from denim) priced less than $100, the store is the solution to finding styles without breaking the bank. A super selection of jeans includes 7 For All Mankind, Citizens of Humanity, DL1961, Tool jeans and more.

•  Fab’rik

7808-C Rea Road

Charlotte, NC 28277

704-541-6065

www.fabrikcharlotte.com

Small Hands Big Art

Fun and festivity await artists at the children’s art studio in The Fountains. Kids (and adults, if they wish to stay) will create a keepsake 3D holiday village Dec. 21. Two workshop options include 1:30 – 3 p.m. or 6 – 8 p.m. On Dec. 22, kids can take part in creating a keepsake elf at Santa’s Little Helper Elf Workshop. Select from 1:30 – 3 p.m. or 4 – 5:30 p.m. Classes are drop-off for kids ages 4 and older; parents are welcome to stay. Cost: $35/child and $15/sibling.

•  Small Hands Big Art

8025 Ardrey Kell Road, Suite 103

Charlotte, NC 28277

704-246-8271

www.smallhandsbigart.com.

Guliani’s Fine Jewelry

Add some sparkles to her stocking with savings to boot. Guliani’s Fine Jewelry is closing its doors Dec. 31 with plans to relocate to Florida. Everything in the store is 30 percent to 50 percent off. She’ll treasure stunning new studs, a beautiful bracelet, or a simple loose diamond. Sale will continue until their final day.

•  Guliani’s Fine Jewelry

Blakeney Shopping Center

9816 Rea Road Ste. B

Charlotte, NC 28211

704-542-2980

www.addsparkle.com.

The Boulevard at South End

Savor the shopping but detest the rest? Bring your boxes and bags to The Boulevard at South End for donation-based gift-wrapping Dec. 20. All donations will go to Give Fifty One, a local charity that supports homeless children. Presents needn’t be purchased at the store; enjoy peppermint hot chocolate and cookies during the 4 – 8 p.m. event.

•  The Boulevard at South End

1440 S. Tryon St.

Charlotte NC 28203

www.blvdatsouthend.com.

Riley Rose Boutique

Blakeney has a new boutique: the Riley Rose Boutique opened on Black Friday offering fashions for the young and young at heart. Owner Jodi Poyntz is taking her 18 years of experience in buying, selling and merchandising and selecting styles that are trend driven as opposed to label driven. Products in store are all priced less than $78 with new shipments arriving weekly.

•  Riley Rose Boutique

9848-E Rea Road

Charlotte, NC 28277

704-544-8055

www.riley-rose.com.

Jon Ric Hair Spa

The SouthPark spa is best known for setting new standards in style. In addition to innovative haircuts, creative color and nail care, they also offer skin care and medical spa services. Through Dec. 22, take 30 percent off of selected purchases and gift sets from Karastase, Shu Uemura, Leonor Greyl, Obagi, Physiodermie and Deborah Lippmann.

•  Jon Ric Hair Spa

4310 Sharon Road, Suite U5

Charlotte, NC 28211

704-362-6005

www.jonriccharlotte.com.

Burlington Coat Factory

Best known for outerwear, Burlington Coat Factory has teamed up with ABC’s “Good Morning America” and the national nonprofit organization One Warm Coat to keep families warm this winter. From now through Jan. 21 receive 10 percent off of your entire purchase by bringing a coat to donate to your local Burlington store.

Burlington Coat Factory

8310 Pineville-Matthews Road

704-542-3200

2516 Sardis Road North

704-847-3103

4716 South Blvd.

704-529-1498

www.burlingtoncoatfactory.com

Colony Furniture & Interiors

Pretty up your place with significant savings on fine furniture. Find upholstered furniture at 30 percent to 40 percent off, as well as additional in-stock items during the Annual Winter Sale through January. From formal to informal, lustrous woods antique chandeliers or handmade rugs; treat yourself.

•  Colony Furniture & Interiors

811 Providence Road

Charlotte, NC 28207

704-333-8871

www.shopcolonyfurniture.com.

Pickles and Ice Cream

Expectant mothers or those seeking a baby gift should head to the Specialty Shops on The Park where you’ll find a winter clearance. Maternity fashions, including dresses, tops, sweaters and select pants and jeans will be reduced by 50 percent. Sale begins Dec. 26.

•  Pickles and Ice Cream

6401 Morrison Blvd. 4A

Charlotte, NC 28211

704-364-1898

www.picklesandicecream.com/charlotte.html.