“Shop” listings
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Old Santa Fe Pottery
Wander through 20 rooms bursting with Southwestern glazed pottery, colorful masks, sun faces and moons, kitchenware, Mexican rugs, clay chimeneas, decorative flower pots and rustic wooden furniture before lingering in a chamber of hot sauces, salsas and spices. You won't leave empty-handed. (09/2011)
2485 S Santa Fe Dr
303-871-9434
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Jewelers Gallery
Colorado’s edgiest artists showcase their bling at this lovely jewelry boutique that dispenses with both pretense and cheap imitations in favor of affordability and uncommon creations that range from sterling silver bracelets and rings to gemstone necklaces and earrings. (09/2011)
1505 S Pearl St
303-777-4333
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Perpetual Clothing
Find trendy and contemporary second-hand fashions at this loveable little boutique. Designer labels range from True Religion and Elie Tahari to Kenneth Cole and Kate Spade—and, of course, they cost a fraction of the retail price. (08/2011)
2027 W 32nd Ave
303-953-0816
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Eco-POLITAN
A one-stop shop for environmentally conscious parents, this shrine to earthfriendly baby essentials—cloth diapers, diaper bags, baby carriers, swaddle blankets and slings, organic cotton clothing and eco-inclined toys—also offers books and classes on making your own healthy baby food at home. (07/2011)
437 S Wadsworth Blvd
303-989- 2229
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The Tended Thicket
A niche of kitsch, this lovely gift emporium sells a whimsical selection of hand-painted birdhouses, bath and body lotions, cards and stationery, brain games, artistic photo frames and gardening essentials. (06/2011)
1034 S Gaylord St
303-722-6815
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Caboose Hobbies
If it goes choo-choo, you’ll find it at this behemoth model train store, purportedly the largest in the world. Everything from Thomas the Tank Engine toys to dioramas, model tracks, railroad art and antique trains are on display. (05/2011)
500 S Broadway
303-777-6766
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Fashion Denver
Up-and-coming Colorado designers rule the shelves and racks of this eclectic men’s and women’s boutique owned by the bubbly Brandi Shigley, a fashion-focused superwoman. Shigley’s business also sponsors events like fashion shows and boutique openings. (03/2011)
1070 Bannock St
720-974-2200
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OHH! AAH! JEWELRY
If you’re in the market for a wedding ring, a one-of-a-kind conversation piece to drape around your neck or a vegan handbag, don’t miss this jewelry and gift emporium renowned for its unparalleled customer service. (01/2011)
4216 Tennyson St
720-855-7242
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THE BOOKERY NOOK
Literature buffs are always comfortable in this independent shop where the shelves are filled with staff recommended page-turners, many scribed by local authors. It’s always lively, and Thursday nights bring author readings. (11/2010)
4280 Tennyson St
303-433-3439
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SPRUCE
At this sassy Washington Park shop run by two stylish sisters, you’ll find whimsical women’s frocks threaded by offbeat designers as well as beautiful luggage, home décor, jewelry, handbags and distinctly different gifts for your girlfriends. (11/2010)
1069 S Gaylord St
720-524-8166
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PATINA ANTIQUES & HOME
Whether you’re in the market for lovely vintage furniture in tip-top shape, pillows with pizzazz, estate gem jewelry, leather-bound books, hand-woven blankets or old-fashioned bird cages, you’ll find it—and a whole lot more—here. (11/2010)
5989 S University Blvd
303-795-0816
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CHRYSALIS ECO BOUTIQUE
Everything from the designer clothing to the bags and hangtags in owner Peggy Gulam’s women’s boutique is about greening your wardrobe, but there’s nothing earth-muffin-y about her stock, which is way more chic than granola geek. (09/2010)
6851 S Gaylord St
303-658-0056
chrysalis-eco-chic.com
