Shop local for everything from handmade jewelry to rompers at these 10 Charlotte boutiques
It’s no secret that uptown Charlotte lacks an abundance of shopping opportunities. Worry not though, because the rest of Charlotte’s neighborhoods have stepped up and provided us with great independent boutiques. Here are 10 Charlotte shops to keep in mind for your next outing:
Ivy & Leo
After being founded in uptown Charlotte in 2009, Ivy & Leo has expanded into eight shops around the Carolinas. Known for selling the latest trends at lower prices than other boutiques, here you’ll find plenty of statement pieces in bright colors, and classy, often neutral jewelry.
Price range: Generally between $19.99-$49.99
Most popular item: Currently, the “Color Me Happy Yellow Multi Stripe Romper“
Boem
3920 Sharon Rd Suite B150
Although located in Southpark, Boem exudes an effortlessly laid-back vibe, with a variety of boho prints and trends to be found throughout the store. Mixed alongside the airy fabrics and colorful patterns, you’ll also find handmade jewelry from local artists.
Price range: Jewelry starts at $18.50, clothes range from $20-$250
Most popular item: Dresses
Vestique
1532 East Blvd
9816 Rea Rd C
Vestique is one of those stores where everyone can find something, with a wide variety ranging from neutral tops to statement rompers to every type of dress imaginable. And with a low price point, it’s not hard to love this NC-native store.
Price range: Other than some brand-specific pieces, everything is below $100. Tops average around $34.
Most popular item: Usually tops, but this year, shorts and rompers as well
Mainstream Boutique
Less than a year old, this shop was founded to help all generations find clothes they look and feel good in. The only one of its kind in Charlotte, Mainstream carries different brands than other boutiques to ensure that all purchases are one-of-a-kind.
Price range: Jewelry averages $22, clothes range from $30-$120
Most popular item: Novelty tops
Girl Tribe Co.
1800 Camden Road, Suite 102
The female-focused Girl Tribe brand really has it all: an online shop and a brick-and-mortar store in South End with infamous women-empowering graphic tees, an annual pop-up shop featuring various other boutiques and vendors, and a graphic design agency.
Price range: $5-$120, mostly $75 and below
Most popular item: The Girl Tribe tees, which come in various styles, and the CLT hats, sold in a number of colors
The Pink Hanger
2935 Providence Road Suite #103
Preppy and high end, the Pink Hanger carries top designers including Joie, Ella Moss, Splendid and Ella Moss. But for those of us on a budget, the Pink Hanger is still accessible: check out the ‘Under $100’ tab on the website for a put-together look that won’t break the bank.
Price range: $60-$200
Most popular item: Currently, summer dresses
Luna
6809 Phillips Place Court
This SouthPark boutique is high-end, but not unaffordable, with a large selection of designer dresses, tasteful jewelry and elegant shoes at reasonable prices. On the other end of the spectrum, here you’ll also find graphic tees and patterned activewear.
Price range: $50-$350
Most popular item: Skirts
K-LA
9816-B Rea Road
4123 Park Road
Although occasionally featuring bright patterns, K-La is the perfect store to find the latest trends in classy neutrals and muted colors. Another store with a little bit of everything, here you can find an outfit to wear to work and an outfit to wear out all in one place.
Price range: Everything is under $100, with jewelry between $18-$24
Most popular item: One piece wonders (jumpsuits, rompers and dresses)
The Cheeky Bean
14835 Ballantyne Village Way Ste 115
The Cheeky Bean is like a small-business Altar’d State with better prices. With a goal of spreading love through fashion, the Cheeky Bean offers a variety of styles in fun patterns and airy fabrics.
Price range: $10-$100
Most popular item: Dresses
GW
3609 South Blvd. – Coming July 20.
5301 Wilkinson Blvd.
Pieces from popular designers like Ann Taylor, Banana Republic and J.Crew can be found for low prices in Goodwill’s boutique. “GW is not your mom’s thrift store – it’s curated for fashion-focused shoppers and styled to look more like a trendy boutique,” Goodwill PR manager Samantha Story told C5.
Price range: $3.99-$24.99
Most popular item: New items are sourced from Charlotte’s donation bins
This story was originally published July 17, 2018 at 12:07 AM with the headline "Shop local for everything from handmade jewelry to rompers at these 10 Charlotte boutiques ."