The men and women of style responsible for the best boutiques and clothiers in Charlotte.
Adair
Sydney Cook, owner of Adair Style Studio, took a big leap of faith by following her dream of owning a boutique. In August of 2014, Adair opened in Concord, NC to open arms and is now the hub for clients to style all aspects of their lives. At Adair, you can find all kinds of apparel, accessories, items for interior design, and gifts for the most fashionable people in your lives.
www.adairstylestudio.com
Amina Rubinacci
Jeannie Demarco and Stuart Yochem are the mother-daughter team behind Amina Rubinacci. Known as the queen of wool, Amina Rubinacci is undeniably one of Italys most important fashion houses and Amina Rubinacci Charlotte is one of only four US flagship boutiques. Admirer of the lines ease of wear and understated elegance, owner Jeannie DeMarco selected Specialty Shops SouthPark as the perfect home for the full Amina line of stunning Italian clothing, shoes, handbags, clutches, wallets, belts, outerwear, scarves, eyewear, perfume, candles, jeans, basics, and jewelry.
www.aminarunbinaccinc.com
Lotus
Effie Loukas envisioned the Lotus concept during an inspirational buying trip. She realized that great fashion was not about cost, but more about a unique look. The lotus is a beautiful ancient flower known for thriving and blossoming regardless of its surroundings. Thus, Lotus Boutique was born, a store where style is not based on a price tag, but rather on looking and feeling fabulous. At Lotus not only do you find chic outfits, but you also sip champagne, laugh with friends and let your beauty blossom.
www.lotuslook.com
Capitol
Laura Vinroot Poole founded Capitol in 1997 and has since garnered attention for bringing one-of-a-kind designs and international fashion to North Carolina. In addition to Capitol, Vinroot Poole houses yet another luxury boutique upstairs. Poole Shop helps solidify the owners desire that Charlotte women never lack interesting retail options and customers travel hundreds of miles for the privilege.
www.capitolcharlotte.com
Doll . (a boutique)
Doll. (a boutique) owner Trish Bennetts mantra? If people arent talking about your outfit, you need to go home and change! Located on Selwyn Avenue, Doll brings the hottest and latest celebrity fashions seen in New York, LA and Miami to Charlotte.
www.dollaboutique.com
Pink Hanger
The pink walls within this adorably, classy boutique set the scene for a trend setting well-edited collection of dresses, denim, tops, accessories and jewelry. The boutiques knowledgeable attentive salespeople can help you find the perfect look for your next weekend adventure, day at the office, date night, or special event.
www.pinkhangeronline.com
Splurge
The Providence Road boutique offers a substantial variety of the best fashions from some of the most well known brands including Alixx, Cullen, Gigi Handbags, Leo+Sage, Sylvia Benson, and many more. Splurge also carries some absolutely beautiful jewelry, handbags and totes, as well as other gifts and accessories.
www.splurgecharlotte.com
TRCW
Housing exceptional collections such as Brunello Cucinelli, Hugo Boss, Walter Voulaz, Peserico and Inhabit, among others, TRC-W is a modern shop for women. Working with both European and American designers, every item is meticulously judged on its quality, style and functionality. The remarkable results are collections not readily found at other local shops.
www.trcstyle.com
Coral
Coral owner Sormeh Hafezi has meticulously curated a remarkable selection of emerging and established brands creating an unbelievable shopping experience in Dilworth. Housing womens clothing and accessories, plus fine and fashion jewelry, theres always a new layer to uncover at Coral.
www.shopcoral.com
Copper Penny
Copper Penny collections are curated with a Southern eye aimed at capturing the effortless beauty that embodies Charlestons unique cosmopolitan style. The store at Charlottes Phillips Place is the first North Carolina Copper Penny franchise. Opened by fashion enthusiast Tracy Alexander, Charlottes Copper Penny offers everything you need to compose a distinctive wardrobe – designer clothing, footwear, jewelry, and accessories – selected expressly for you by an expertly trained staff.
www.shopcopperpenny.com
Luxe Angel
Now open on Governor Morrison Street, Luxe Angel is a boutique for both men and women featuring the best in Boho fashion, denim, and handmade jewelry.
www.luxeangelboutique.com
Blue Hem
The much anticipated Blue Hem is one of Charlottes premium jean stores offering the most fashionable high quality denim in todays industry for both men and women. With a wide variety of denim products in stock, Blue Hem is the destination for the jean enthusiast.
www.blue-hem.com
Paul Simon
A menswear staple in Charlotte since 1975, Paul Simon, and counterpart, Paul Simon Women, offer fashion for those with a discerning taste and style. You can find everything you need from business to casual, and sportswear to formal wear including brands like Hugo Boss, Peter Millar, Eton for men and Frascara and Lafayette 148 for women. If you need a little help putting it all together, Jon Simon and his professional staff are always nearby to lend a hand.
paulsimonco.com
Revolution
Brandon Viebrocks Revolution is the go to spot for those that appreciate eclectic and trendy style. They carry everything from mens and womens apparel and accessories to home decor. For the best in mens and womens wear visit the East Boulevard shop located in the Dilworth neighborhood today.
shoprevolution.com
Taylor Richards & Conger
Top notch personal service and staff, hand curated mens and womens styles, attention-to-detail and superb quality are what you can expect from TRC. Their selection of designers like Brunello Cucinelli, Canali, Billy Reid, and Ermenegildo Zegna are regarded as the finest in the fashion world and considering that TRC is a consistent winner of the Esquire Magazines Gold Standard award of excellence in mens clothing, so are they.
www.trcstyle.com
Abbeydale
Modernism with a dash of nostalgia is Abbeydales mantra, and fit and personal service is their mission. Owner, David Watkins is single-handedly trying to bring back the forgotten era of the gentlemen with his offerings of bespoke and ready to wear menswear, shoes and accessories. We could very well see the next great American heritage fashion label come from right here in Charlotte.
www.houseofabbeydale.com
Bruce Julian Clothier
Bruce Julian, one of the best personalities in all of Charlotte, is known for his sophisticated sense of style and you can immediately see this sophistication when you walk into his beautiful Selwyn Avenue haberdashery. With top quality designer brands, a fun atmosphere, and Bruces famous bloody marys readily available, Bruce Julian, the store, is a destination for the fashion enthusiast.
www.brucejulian.com
The Sporting Gent
Owner Marc Williams has created a gentlemans clothier that carries one of the best selections of specialty gifts, locally made, and outdoor and casual brands in Charlotte including Duck Head, Beretta, High Cotton Ties, Hardy Fly Fishing, Yeti Coolers, Williams Knife Co. and much more.
www.thesportinggent.com