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Photographer: Kevin A. Roberts
Bridget Weible of Flowers to the People
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photography by jennifer silverberg, elizabeth jochum, courtesy of west model & Talent Management and the foundrie
Jenny Walker
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Jennifer Silverberg
Crescent Coast
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Jennifer Silverberg
MOD Boutique
Model
Devon Windsor
It’s hard to find a designer who hasn’t booked model Devon Windsor. The St. Louis native was named one of the top newcomers of the spring/summer runway season by models.com.
She’s also made a splash on the international fashion scene, modeling for the likes of Prada and Chanel. And when she’s not walking the runway, Windsor often returns to her commercial-modeling roots, posing for publications like Vogue Germany. (Follow Windsor on Instagram,
@devwindsor, to see pics from her latest shoots and fashion events.)
Resort Wear
Crescent Coast
A visit to this Clayton store is like a trip to the beach. Aimed at the “Palm Beachers and
Californians of the Midwest,” the new boutique carries colorful, coastal-inspired apparel for men, women, and kids. Shop bright maxi dresses and tunics, pastel board shorts, glitzy sandals, and more from lines like Southern Tide, johnnie-O, Calypso, and Sperry Top-Sider. The Shoppes at The Crescent, 169 Carondelet, 314-726-7979, shopcrescentcoast.com.
Online Vintage
Borough Vintage
This online boutique has quickly become a mecca for vintage shopping. You can shop the extensive collection of vintage dresses by style, size, or decade—from the 1940s through the ’80s. Borough Vintage’s range of classic shoes and handbags is also among the tops in town, with pieces from high-end designers and lesser-known labels alike. And the website design is far from vintage; its clean look makes the selection shine. 314-884-8436, boroughvintage.com.
Handmade Gifts
The Foundrie
This store is a must-see for those who love to shop local. Filled with independently produced goods (see the K8made clutch below), plus vintage and vintage-inspired clothing, accessories, and housewares, The Foundrie specializes in one-of-a-kind items. Look for the selection of St. Louis– and Missouri-centric gear, from artists such as 314 Threads, August Abroad, and Missouri Loves Company, to show your local pride. Chesterfield Mall, 636-730-4130, thefoundrie.squarespace.com.
Metro East Boutique
MOD
Located in Edwardsville, Ill., MOD is one of the metro area’s top spots for trendy, affordable fashion. Owned by the trio behind Marta’s Boutique, MOD features stylish clothing and accessories, priced under $100. With more than 300 brands, the merchandise is continually changing—like the store. After opening early last year, MOD added a second location in O’Fallon, Mo. 871 Arbor Vitae, Ste. 102, Edwardsville, Ill., 618-659-9797.
Bookstore Relocation
The Book House
The historic Victorian home in Rock Hill that originally housed The Book House, founded by Michelle Barron in 1986, was widely mourned when it closed in September. Fortunately, ardent fans can rejoice in the bookstore’s new space in Maplewood, made possible by funds raised with the support of loyal customers. With a mix of rare, out-of-print, new, and used books, it now has even more to browse and enjoy. 7352 Manchester, 314-968-4491, bookhousestl.com.
Jewelry Designer
Jenny Walker, Jenny Walker Jewelry
Walking into Walker’s tiny Central West End studio is like stumbling into a delicate world where timeless shapes and glowing stones call out like sirens. Make no mistake, though: Her pieces can have an edge. Her double-knuckle rings are hand-stamped in Latin or with poetry. After graduating from Parsons, Walker worked as a journeyman plumber, soldering pipes. Today, she jokingly refers to that period of her life as “Flashdance—without the stripping.” 449 N. Euclid, 347-528-3210, jennywalkerjewelry.com.
Fashion Designer
Emily Brady Koplar, Wai Ming
Wai Ming is garnering loads of attention these days. Neiman Marcus recently launched the line nationally, and we’re hoping to see it at New York Fashion Week. Inspired by designer Emily Brady Koplar’s Chinese-American heritage, the line is also influenced by its founder’s interest in art and architecture. For spring and summer, the color palette features pristine white and striking cobalt blue; for fall, expect metallics in burnished copper and gold that use leather and sheer fabrics. (The line is available locally at Ivy Hill and the Collective MX.) waimingstudio.com.
Midcentury Modern Furniture Expert
David Deatherage
Deatherage has achieved global renown, appearing in such magazines as Architectural Digest, Elle Decor, and Domino. No less an icon than Sir Paul McCartney purchased a Paul McCobb desk that Deatherage had specially refinished and lacquered a striking shade of blue. Deatherage has sourced pieces from Edward Wormley, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, and Dorothy Draper. His love of fine textiles is apparent in all of his projects, and his knowledge of vintage furniture comes in handy when he’s conceptualizing furniture for a client. 314-495-3719, daviddeatheragedesign.com.
New Grocery Store
Fields Foods
Occasionally, when we’re looking for something special—a specific herb or cut of meat—Fields Foods doesn’t have it in stock. Even so, we’ve become regulars at the new Lafayette Square–area grocery store, which labels itself a “sustainable social enterprise.” Prices are reasonable. The salad bar and hot offerings are excellent. Locally sourced items are available in every department. (On a recent visit, we had a lovely conversation with the owner of Grandma’s Nuts.) Best of all, you can sip a drink from the bar while you shop—the carts even have cup holders. 1500 Lafayette, 314-241-3276, fieldsfoods.com.
Inventive Florals
Flowers to the People
Bridget Weible’s inventive combinations of flowers have become an open secret. Working in a cozy storefront along Cherokee Street, Weible wants the experience to be a treat. She often uses fresh, local, and seasonal flowers; one is apt to find unusual grasses and greens in her arrangements, along with herbs, vegetables, and other interesting flora. She strives to practice sustainability, sourcing locally and from growers who practice eco-friendly farming. Her fresh-from-the-garden flowers provide something unusual, striking, and fun for wedding bouquets, special events, and festive holiday dinners. 2317 Cherokee, 314-762-0422, flowerstothepeople.biz.
GAMES & GIFTS
Q Boutique
This store at the World Chess Hall of Fame offers gift-shopping at the highest echelon. And it’s not only for fans of chess—though you can find chess-related books, game boards, and items. Curated by Brian Flowers, the store also appeals to fans of fashion, art, and literature: It carries pieces from design guru Jonathan Adler’s eponymous home-decor line, gift cards from textile designer John Robshaw, sumptuous coffee-table books, crystal decanters and vases, and jewelry for the most sophisticated fashionista. And for kids, there are toys, toys, and more toys, including both old-fashioned wooden ones and cutting-edge gadgets. 4652 Maryland, 314-367-9243 x109, worldchesshof.org.
Boutique on Social Media
Leopard Boutique
Since it opened in 2012, Leopard Boutique has been a shopping hot spot in Webster Groves. As with most boutiques, the merchandise changes weekly; for shoppers who want to keep up with new arrivals, Leopard’s Facebook page offers frequent photos of new merchandise, outfit ideas, coupons, and more. And if you love something but can’t get in right away, the store will often hold an item in your size—just ask in the comments section. 20 Allen, 314-961-3220, leopardboutique.com.
Stylish Eyewear
Elegant Eyewear
After seeing a hole in the stylish-yet-functional reading-glasses market, Steve and Fran Zamler got into the wholesale glasses business, then opened Elegant Eyewear this past October. The store—which carries reading glasses, reading sunglasses, and regular sunglasses—features a selection that includes frames with Swarovski crystals and eco-friendly readers with olive-wood frames. 736 N. New Ballas, 314-995-9765, eleganteyewearstl.com.
