“Shop” listings
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Dancing Eye Gallery
Primarily known for its tiles by more than 50 ceramic artists from around Michigan, this gallery in charming Northville also sells handmade jewelry, apparel and other gift items. (08/2011)
101 N Center St, Northville
248-449-7086
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Savvy Chic
Take a little side trip to Paris in the city’s historic Eastern Market with a stop at this très chic boutique. Owner Karen Brown has constructed her own personal City of Light, filling it with a well-edited, eclectic collection that varies depending on her whimsies. Expect anything from mid-century furniture to high-fashion accessories and imported French foods. Open Thursday to Saturday. (07/2011)
2712 Riopelle St
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Iklektikk
This hip boutique is a onestop- shop for the season’s must-have pieces, including clothing, footwear and accessories. The staff will be happy to help you pull off fashionforward ensembles. (02/2011)
503 S Main St, Royal Oak
248-398-9200
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CAMPAU CLOTHING
Men looking to keep it classic without being boring will dig the grown-up trends at this local retailer, including sportswear, walking suits, overcoats and ties. (01/2011)
9643 Joseph Campau St, Hamtramck
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PRETTY THINGS
This is the go-to boutique for girly intimates, selling lingerie and pajamas in all shapes and sizes from top-notch brands like Hanky Panky, Wacoal, Betsey Johnson and Oscar de la Renta. (11/2010)
17116 Kercheval St, Grosse Pointe
313-881-3333
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RACHEL’S PLACE
Whether you’re looking for career wear or rockabilly duds, this eclectic vintage clothing boutique in Detroit’s historic Corktown can suit you up. You’ll also find fashions from many of Detroit’s beloved, bygone department stores, including Hudson’s and Himelhoch’s. (11/2010)
2124 Pine St
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HABATAT GALLERIES
This gallery is the oldest and largest in the country devoted exclusively to artists working with glass. Browse intricately crafted, brightly colored works by the world’s greatest glass craftsmen, like Kimiake Higuchi, Judith LaScola and Dale Chihuly. Although the pieces are pricey, once you see one in your house, you’ll be glad you splurged. (09/2010)
4400 Fernlee Ave, Royal Oak
248-554-0590
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MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART DETROIT STORE
You don’t have to be crazy about contemporary art to appreciate the goods at this museum shop. In addition to art books, you’ll find Comme des Garcon perfume and The Mighty Wallet, which is 100% recyclable with 25% of its material made from milk and water bottles. (09/2010)
4454 Woodward Ave
313-832-6622
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ROOT AND SPROUT
Eco-savvy shoppers will dig this boutique, where every product is made to be as environmentally friendly as possible. Check out the organic linen dresses and the eco-toy collection. (09/2010)
474 N Old Woodward Ave, Birmingham
248-593-9552
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JOHN K. KING USED AND RARE BOOKS
With more than 75,000 titles in stock, this bookstore offers collectable tomes and releases that you won’t come across at the mega bookstores. It even carries a selection of original photos of Mark Twain. (07/2010)
901 W Lafayette Blvd
313-961-0622
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CITY BIRD
The artist-designed goods sold at this shop have a ton of Motown spirit: Votive candles are decorated with street maps, and clocks are made from vintage LPs with their labels replaced by maps of metro Detroit. (07/2010)
460 W Canfield
313-831-9146
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GREEN BRAIN COMICS
Whether you’re a collector or just a hardcore comic book fan, you’ll want to visit this familyrun store, which claims to have the most diverse selection of mainstream and small press comics in the area. (05/2010)
13210 Michigan Ave, Dearborn
313-582-9444
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