Great Style – Right Here in Town!
No need to search the pages of fashion magazines, the streets of New York City, the runways of Paris, or the hills of Hollywood! Great style lives right here in your own back yard… and we know where to find it!
Local retailers are your connection to the latest styles in clothing, shoes, accessories, home décor, and more – and they do it all while supporting other businesses, organizations, and individuals in our communities.
We <3 local retailers because local is not a trend!
Local Retailers We Love
Our list is always growing! Don’t see your favorites listed here? Tell us about it!
Raleigh Retailers
Beleza {Raleigh | online}At Beleza, you will find unique and extraordinary textiles and hats, jewelry and art that catch your eye and touch your heart. Beyond offering beautiful things, Beleza exists to provide hard working people from countries around the world – and here in the US – essential support to provide daily necessities for their families. While the store is fair trade, the major emphasis of Beleza is to treat people as they should be treated, and assist in global economic development.
bevello {Raleigh}
Bevello is a shopping experience tailored to you! Launched in April 2009, bevello (with a lowercase “b”) is a one-of-a-kind boutique that promises to give you the respect you deserve and the help you need, all while making your time with them a fun, no-hassle experience. At bevello, the founding principle is this: the love you get is the air you breathe. Customers of bevello should expect nothing less than a unique love-centric fashion experience. Love your life, love your friends, love your clothes. The name bevello is derived from “bella,” the Italian word for “beautiful,” mixed with a little “love.” bevello’s logo is “bve,” thoughtfully designed to be read as both an abbreviation for “bevello” and “love.”
Clothes Hound {Raleigh | online}
Whether you are looking to update your closet with a few of-the-moment pieces, or are in search of the perfect cocktail dress for your next event, Clothes Hound aims to provide you with the utmost in selection and customer satisfaction. Sip a cocktail or a glass of wine while you shop the season’s hottest trends in women’s clothing, shoes, accessories, and handbags. Clothes Hound offers hard-to find brands like Gentle Fawn and Naked Zebra, as well as celebrity-driven collections like Paper Crown by Lauren Conrad.
Dapper Style House {Raleigh}
Dapper Style House features the latest trends in menswear, womens dresses, and accessories. It is a new boutique and bar concept owned by G and Julie Patel. Dapper Style House joins Mura, Sono, The Oxford, Trim, and The Ivy as part of the Eschelon Hospitality family. Dapper Style House focuses on clean and contemporary fashions – perfect for going out and staying in. Julkee, Julie Patel’s edgy dress line, is a main feature of the store. Vidal said it best, “If you don’t look good, we don’t look good” and looking and feeling good is what Dapper is all about. Visit for your favorite cocktail, check out a coat, and chill on the swing. At Dapper Style House, they follow a “seize the play!” philosophy.
fleur {Raleigh | online}
Fleur is a high-fashion, ready-to-wear women’s boutique recently re-located in North Hills, formerly located in Cameron Village. Fleur has been in Raleigh for five years now and is locally owned and run by three native Raleigh ladies. (The boutique also has a Chapel Hill location in Meadowmont Village for you Tarheel readers!) They have recently joined the blog bandwagon (http://fleur-boutique.blogspot.com/), so be sure to add their feed to your Google Reader! Check out their website at www.Fleur-Boutique.com to sign up for their email list so you’ll be the first to know about upcoming trunk shows and new arrivals to the store!
Fred’s Beds {Raleigh & Cary}
Fred’s Beds is a locally-owned and operated company serving the Triangle and surrounding areas since 1985. Fred’s Beds emphasis on customer service and promoting healthy sleep has earned the retailer 18 regional awards for “Best Place to Buy a Mattress” and “Best Place to Buy a Bed”. Visit Fred’s Beds to have an experienced associate help you choose the sleep system that is right for you, because after all – “Nobody Knows Beds Like Fred’s”.
GiGi’s Boutique {Raleigh & Cary}
Gigi’s Boutique started with a vision of offering the latest fashions along with providing exceptional value, quality, and superb customer service. From the young professional transitioning into the workplace, to the new stay at home mom with little time to keep up with the latest trends, along with the mom with children in college, GiGi’s Boutique offer clothes that fit the everyday woman. Featuring great selection of clothing and accessories from brands such as Miss Me & Silver Jeans, Bobi tees, Spanx, and Hanky Panky panties, the goal of the shop is to keep retail prices under $100.
vestique {Raleigh, online-only}
Vestique.com provides you with a unique shopping experience. The Raleigh-based online boutique brings you the latest trends at affordable prices. Vestique.com houses a variety of contemporary fashion pieces from tops and dresses to shoes and accessories, all conservatively priced under $100. Merchandise ships the same day an order is placed so you can expect to get your items quickly. The selection is updated regularly, so be sure to add the site to your favorites and check in often. Sign up for the email list to receive coupon codes and news from vestique. The owners, Raleigh natives, blog about anything and everything at www.vestiqueblog.com.
Cary Retailers
Swagger Gifts {Cary | online}Swagger Gifts is an upscale gift boutique with an eclectic flair. Swagger has a fresh and funky offering of unique items that you’ll love to give as gifts or keep for yourself – including jewelry, stationery, home accents, and other cool stuff to make you smile! If you live anywhere near Cary, swagger on over to Lochmere Pavilion to meet the girls at Swagger. Not nearby? That’s ok, you can shop online!
Joint Venture Estate Jewelers {Cary}
Established in 1998, Joint Venture Estate Jewelers carries consignment pieces from over 3000 private individuals, dealers, and manufacturers. Whether you choose from their vintage or contemporary jewelry, each treasure from the unique collection goes home with you at a substantial savings. Joint Venture also employs expert jewelers that specialize in jewelry redesign and restoration – so stop in and visit if you are looking to consign, redesign, or purchase a treasure that lasts forever! Vintage jewelry collections include engagement rings, wedding bands, a large collection of sapphires, rings, diamonds (including earrings, necklaces, and bracelets), and much more!
Cute Buttons Gift and Paper Boutique {Cary | online}
Cute Buttons is a “too-cute” paper boutique that specializes in pretty paper – including wedding and party invitations, and personalized stationery – and a few colorful gifts sprinkled in between! Created by Alison Kim Perry in 2008, the Cute Buttons goal is simple: to bring back the art of writing one piece of stationery paper at a time by creating an environment where shoppers can find colorful wares and pretty paper. The boutique features a festive crop of paper lines include wedding and party invitations, announcements and custom stationery, and designer stamps for children and adults.
