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West County & Beyond
Chesterfield, Wildwood, Clarkson Valley, Creve Coeur, Des Peres and Town & Country are just a handful of the communities that make up this shopping-friendly stretch.
Ann’s Bra Shop, 13471 Olive, 314-878-4144, brashop.com. (go online for two other st. louis locations.) After 40 years Ann’s Bra Shop is unrivaled when it comes to helping women find the right bra with the right fit. The store boasts a huge selection of merchandise for every body type and a team that specializes in precise measurements. Customers can buy bra sizes that span half the alphabet, along with nursing bras and bras for mastectomy patients.
Annex Two, 12623 Olive, 314-576-5557. Annex Two is a store for women who want clothes that are both hip and tasteful. With 23 years of experience, owner Donna LaMarca selects the best from lines such as Elliott Lauren, Louben and Randy Kemper. Frequent shoppers get monthly discounts on their purchases.
Chocolate Soup, 13456 Clayton, 314-576-1221. Chocolate Soup’s small store is so jam-packed with kids’ clothes that you might have trouble pushing a stroller through the narrow aisles. But if you leave the kids at home, you’ll have time to peruse the shop’s wares and find adorable clothing from brands like Baby LuLu and Bugaboo.
Distinctions in Fashion, 12354 Olive, 314-434-5445, distinctionsinfashion.com. Distinctions owners Nancy and Bruce Lehtman keep up with New York’s fashion scene. The couple has an office near the city’s garment district, so they can note all of the latest looks during buying trips and call a personal shopper to track down requested items. While their store carries a range of sportswear, it’s equally known for special-occasion dresses—whether for the mother of the bride, a cocktail party hostess or the queen of the prom.
Femme, 7270 Manchester, 314-781-6868. Femme lives up to its French moniker with highly feminine, flirty styles from brands like Voom and Free People. Femme also carries local labels, such as Lovebird Jewelry and Squasht by Les.
Ginger Pye, 161 Long Road #107, 636-532-9111, gingerpye.com. Petite princes and princesses will get their first taste of designer duds here. A treasure trove of trendy togs, Ginger Pye attracts kids with moms who are fashion-forward.
Heels Boutique, 170 Plaza Drive, 636-273-4000, heelsboutique.com. Heels Boutique is the ideal spot to find fancy kicks in Wildwood, with selections like Sam Edelman and BCBGirls. Best of all, the styles here are remarkably affordable.
Ju Ju B’s, No. 48 Four Seasons, 314-469-7096, jujubs.com. Owners Julie Cullinane and Beth Butchko aren’t kidding when they describe their business as a “one-stop shop.” Ju Ju B’s is a full-service salon and spa that also boasts a boutique. The store carries denim, dresses, accessories and more from lines like Level 99, Charlotte Tarantola
and LAmade.
Lori Coulter Swimwear, Macy’s, No. 49 Chesterfield Mall, 314-727-9879 x301, loricoulter.com. Swimsuit shopping has never been so painless—or so amenable to finding form-fitting apparel. Customers make an appointment at the Lori Coulter studio at Macy’s, where a 3-D body scanner measures body shape. Specialists then recommend swimwear and leave it to the customer to decide style and color. Women of all ages and sizes can find the perfect swimsuit, at no expense to their self-esteem.
Marta’s Boutique, 1352 Clarkson/Clayton Center, 636-227-8831, martasonline.com. Don’t let the shiny metallics overwhelm you. After all, the motto at Marta’s is “stand out in the crowd.” The store’s selection helps customers do just that, with bold styles from labels such as Joseph Ribkoff and Alberto Makali. And for the more conservative diva, you can still find something a bit more tame for a night on the town.
Ooh La La, 340 S. Main, 636-940-2020. Ooh La La brands itself as a “unique boutique.” What’s so different is the store’s variety of affordable women’s clothing. The brands aren’t what you’d find in Soho, but you can walk out with a cute blouse for about $25 or a jacket for around $50. You can also find jewelry, handbags, shoes and gifts, as well as children’s clothing.
Pulse, 1644 Clarkson, 636-519-4022, pulsestl.com. With a blog that’s updated every day and items seen on Sex and the City, Pulse diligently monitors the fashion beat and follows suit with an eclectic array of items. The store carries brands like Ed Hardy and Yoga Army. And if you’re looking for a killer handbag, Pulse is tough to top.
Pure by Jen, 16739 Main, 636-458-8588, purebyjen.com. Jen Rubenstein opened her boutique last August. While the name is PURE, the acronym actually stands for anything but—Princess Unique Rowdy Elegant. Hand-picked styles range from colorful cocktail dresses to golf wear, black slacks to T’s.
Susan Lynn’s, 130 Chesterfield Towne Center, 636-530-7337, susanlynns.com. Susan Lynn’s calls its style “decidedly feminine.” The store’s selection is a clear celebration of all things woman, with labels like Milly, Ella Moss and Susana Monaco. Girly, perhaps, but also decidedly grown-up. Susan Lynn’s also features jewelry by local designer Diane Katzman, as well as a selection of shoes and handbags.
Uzma Q, 13474 Clayton, 314-469-3000. At Uzma Q in Wildwood, shoppers can find casual loungewear and layering pieces, along with a selection of dresses and tops for a night out. The store also carries shoes, gifts and a small but impressive denim selection, including such au courant brands as Gypsy 05, Bizz and Antik Denim.
WOW, 13428 Clayton, 314-579-9696, wow-shopping.com. WOW’s small space is stocked with a number of great gift ideas—everything from jewelry to pajamas to make-your-own bath bubbles. We wouldn’t recommend the store as a place to find a gift for your boss (unless you’re really close), but your friend/sister/niece will love the fun and girly gifts.
