This is the perfect time to block out a few hours on your calendar, grab a friend and head for some of the Miami Valley's newest shops. Whether you're spending your holiday gift money or seeking out those great after-Christmas deals, it's a pleasant way to spend a wintry January day.
Louis Vuitton Replica HandbagsIf you haven't been to the Shops of Oakwood recently, you're in for a pleasant surprise. In addition to the expanded Chico's and Talbots women's shops, there are a number of other pretty boutiques.
Tracey Schumann has reinvented her shop (formerly Touch of Class) to give both decor and merchandise a more casual feel. It's now Get Dressed and features clothing lines such as Why?, People Like Frank and Terryl cashmere. You'll see Tano and Susan Farber handbags, silk crinkle scarves by Descours of Paris, designer jewelry. The shop is at 2501 Far Hills Ave., Oakwood; call (937) 299-9109. Kids who have Christmas or Hanukkah money will be happy at Blue Turtle Toys, a shop that's almost doubled its space since it moved. Owner Carolyn Meyer stocks traditional and educational toys -- games, dolls, puzzles -- for ages newborn to adult. Hot sellers at the moment are the Ugly Dolls, Webkinz stuffed animals and Play Foam. As for games, Meyer says you can't go wrong with Blokus, a strategy game for ages 7 and up, or Bananagrams, a word game for Scrabble-lovers. The shop is at 2314 Far Hills Ave., Oakwood; (937) 294-6900. Judy Wyatt has doubled the size of her former Whispers lingerie store, adding bedding and linens to the merchandise mix. The four fully made-up beds in the shop will make you want to re-do your bedroom . You'll still find pretty pajamas, robes, bras and briefs, but also sheets and towels. Whispers is at 2426 Far Hills Ave., Oakwood; (937) 395- 1018.
Through that pink door is the Pink Daisy, formerly at Kettering's Town & Country Shopping Center. Owner Leigh Cosler now has twice as much space for the popular labels she carries: Lilly Pulitzer for women and girls, LaCoste women's and a new line of sportswear, Theory. The shop is at 2504 Far Hills Ave., Oakwood; (937) 294- 7465.
From Inside Out features home decor and patio accessories. Here's the shop for bird baths, fountains, pottery. The store is owned by Leslie Dixon, who also stocks gifts and accessories. The shop is at 2512 Far Hills Ave., Oakwood; (937) 294-0400.
Many folks know Gill Mart & Co. from north of town (2539 Shiloh Springs Road, near the Salem Mall). Now the family running it has opened a brand-new boutique at the Corners at the Mall in Miamisburg and added their own private label -- Gill Design Studio, a collection of trendy cocktail dresses and pantsuits. The shop also has accessories. The new shop is at 125 Springboro Pike; (937) 434- 7520.
Gucci Tote HandbagsNew shops are continuing to open at The Greene in Beavercreek. Among them:
- Sweet & Sassy, a colorful and funky hair salon for girls up to age 12 and boys up to age 6. The store also offers gifts, mini- pedicures and mini-manicures and themed birthday parties for kids. Phone: (937) 320-9556.
- Dakota Contemporary Jewelry and Timepieces features jewelry of contemporary metals -- titanium and steel. Jewelry by Edward Mirell ranges from $49 to $1,100. Watch lines include Dakota, Skagen, Anne Klein, Anne Klein New York and Oceanus. Phone: (937) 320-9190.
- Joey Eric is owned by Joey and Jalonda Hill. The Moraine couple have a great eye for fashion at their upscale contemporary boutique. They host Girls' Night Out private parties and sell premium deni
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