Date: September 22, 2009 |
If the Race for the Cure isn’t reason enough to visit Little Rock, stick around after the race for some of the best shopping in the state. Beginning on University Avenue and continuing through The Heights and Hillcrest neighborhoods, you can show off that hard-earned race-day t-shirt all day long.
University
The Container Store
209 N. University Ave.
(501) 660-7828
www.containerstore.com
An organizer’s dream, this store offers an eclectic mix of household products devoted to helping people simplify their lives.
Pottery Barn
201 N. University Ave.
(501) 663-0181
www.potterybarn.com
Comfortable, stylish, high-quality home furnishings and accessories.
Williams-Sonoma
201 N. University Ave.
(501) 663-3019
www.williams-sonoma.com
Gourmet cookware galore.
The Heights
Clothing:
Proposals
5913 Kavanaugh Blvd.
(501) 661-4696
www.proposalsboutique.com
Dresses for that special occasion, from weddings to holiday parties.
New Traditions
1920 N. Grant St.
(501) 663-2388
This women’s designer clothing store has a delightfully large selection of shoes, purses and accessories.
Tulips
5817 Kavanaugh Blvd.
(501) 614-7343
www.tulipsarkansas.com
This ultra-feminine boutique for women, girls and babies is the place to shop for the latest styles from Juicy Couture, Ella Moss and more.
Ember Boutique
5709 Kavanaugh Blvd.
(501) 225-3220
www.ember-boutique.com
More than just cute products at great prices, this boutique carries one-of-a-kind pieces designed by its talented owners, degreed in fashion design and merchandising.
Bella Boutique
5623 Kavanaugh Blvd.
(501) 603-5141
A girly girl’s paradise, this unique shop offers cosmetics and skincare products, bath accessories, candles, handbags, jewelry and more.
Feinstein’s
5600 Kavanaugh Blvd., Ste. 4
(501) 664-7330
This Heights staple is a go-to source for apparel, handbags, accent jewelry, accessories skincare and beauty.
Kristin Chase
5008 Kavanaugh Blvd.
(501) 663-1665
Look to this popular women’s clothing store for timeless designs by Finley, Lacoste and Three Dots, as well as super chic Hobo International and Big Buddha handbags.
Art:
B.A. Framer
5821 Kavanaugh Blvd.
(501) 661-0687
Stop by this local favorite for mirrors, ready-made frames, custom framing and artwork.
Boswell Mourot Fine Art
5815 Kavanaugh Blvd.
(501) 664-0030
www.boswellmourot.com
This fine art gallery features well-known and emerging artists from the international, national and local art scene.
Local Colour Gallery
5811 Kavanaugh Blvd.
(501) 265-0422
www.localcolourgallery.com
A co-op of 26 local artists from central Arkansas, with mediums ranging from oil, watercolor and pastels to sculpture.
Heights Gallery
5801 Kavanaugh Blvd.
(501) 664-2772
This playful art gallery has works by regional and locally known artists, and provides custom-framing services as well.
Chroma Gallery
5707 Kavanaugh Blvd.
(501) 664-0880
www.chromagallery.com
Custom picture framing, museum quality archival framing, heirloom shadow-box framing, as well as contemporary art by local and regional artists and folk art imports, are defining features of this store.
Stephano’s Fine Art Gallery
5501 Kavanaugh Blvd., Ste. C
(501) 563-4218
www.stephanostudios.com
Stephano’s carries a wide range of painting styles and hosts more than 19 artisans working in mediums that include sculpture and glass.
Interiors and Gifts:
Dauphine
5819 Kavanaugh Blvd.
(501) 664-6007
This utterly elegant shop tempts with a large selection of fine linens, antiques and gifts as well as custom-designed lamps and shades.
Eggshells Kitchen Co.
705 Kavanaugh Blvd.
(501) 664-6900
www.eggshellskitchencompany.com
This full-service, locally owned kitchenware shop even schedules cooking classes for aspiring chefs.
Yves Delorme
5717 Kavanaugh Blvd.
(501) 663-7344
www.yvesdelorme.com
Fine European linens and accessories for the home.
Ellen Golden French Antiques
5701 Kavanaugh Blvd.
(501) 664-7746
Ellen Golden imports beautiful furniture and accessories and showcases them in room-like settings, accented with original artwork by Arkansan Barry Thomas.
Cabbage Rose Floral Boutique
5701 Kavanaugh Blvd.
(501) 664-4042
www.cabbagerosefloral.com
Custom-designed dried, silk and fresh floral arrangements.
Pflugrad’s Antiques
5624 R St.
(501) 661-0188
If you’re looking for fine European antiques, check out this shop tucked around the corner from Kavanaugh.
The Accessory
5608 R St.
(501) 664-5363
Home furnishings, botanicals and, as you might expect judging by the name, home accessories, are available in abundance here.
Beyond the Garden Gate
5619 Kavanaugh Blvd.
(501) 660-4082
Beyond the Garden Gate is beyond charming with flowers and plants, gift items and accessories, and also offers custom arrangements.
Trianon Antiques
5501 Kavanaugh Blvd.
(501) 663-5502
Trianon transports you to another time and place, offering a beautiful selection of antiques and home accessories.
Cobblestone & Vine
5100 Kavanaugh Blvd.
(501) 664-4249
www.cobblestoneandvine.com
Full of inspiration and a must-visit while you’re in the area, this European gift and furniture boutique brims with furniture, linens and decorative gifts and accessories.
Saab’s Antique Rugs
5024 Club Rd.
(501) 663-1444
Check out the great selection of antique and contemporary area rugs in an impressive range of colors.
Foster Cochran
5020 Kavanaugh Blvd.
(501) 664-3925
This shop has jewelry and gifts as well as home and clothing accessories.
Hillcrest
Clothing:
Box Turtle
2616 Kavanaugh Blvd.
(501) 661-1167
www.shopboxturtle.com
A lifestyle boutique with items ranging from women’s clothing, accessories and skin care products to handmade jewelry and house wares, all with an emphasis on independent designers and artists.
Art:
Hillcrest Gallery Custom Framing & Fine Art
2807 Kavanaugh Blvd.
(501) 664-7900
www.hillcrestgallery.com
Step in and enjoy original works by local artists, or bring your own work of art for custom framing and choose from an extensive selection of molding and matting choices.
Gallery 26
2601 Kavanaugh Blvd., Ste. 1
(501) 664-8996
www.gallery26.com
Gallery 26 represents some of the area’s most cutting edge and innovative artists and offers both custom and do-it-yourself framing.
Interiors and Gifts:
Haus Werk
2923 Kavanaugh Blvd.
(501) 663-5251
This local gem features home furnishings, housewares, clothing, gifts and much more—and is one of the most unique, interesting and fun-to-visit shops around.
Hillcrest Junk Shop
623 Beechwood St.
(501) 663-5865
Located by the Hillcrest Kroger, this shop carries small decorative antiques and lots more goodies for you to sort through and enjoy.
The Shoppes on Woodlawn
4523 Woodlawn Dr.
(501) 666-3600
www.shoppesonwoodlawn.com
Stop by for a memorable shopping experience in a charming, old home with 12 rooms full of a wide variety of goods, ranging from antiques to baby rattles.
Ronaghi International Rug Company
2901 Kavanaugh Blvd.
(501) 664-8885
Ronaghi carries fine, imported and collectible rugs.
Sweet Home Furnishings
2909 Kavanaugh Blvd.
(501) 296-9198
http://sweethomefurnishings.net
Sweet Home carries even sweeter vintage and mid-century collectibles, accessories and functional art objects.
Clement
2909 Kavanaugh Blvd.
(501) 539-1473
Owner Chris Clement stocks this store, located inside Sweet Home Furnishings, with artwork, furniture and accessories.
Hillcrest Interiors
2907 Kavanaugh Blvd.
(501) 664-3445 or (501) 664-3446
www.hillcrestinteriors.net
Hillcrest Interiors is a premier interior design firm for both residential and business clients, offering not only design services but also fine home furnishings, art and accessories.
Park Hill Home
3001 Kavanaugh Blvd.
(501) 603-5113
www.parkhillcollection.com
Not only does the store feature stunning items from the Park Hill collection, it’s also supplied with delicious gourmet foods, architectural elements, home fragrance and much more.
The Full Moon
3625 Kavanaugh Blvd.
(501) 663-4367
A plethora of fun items is available here, including pottery, home accessories, frames, children’s items, bath products, barware, note cards and much more. Take it from us, you won’t be able to leave.
Private Collections Consignment Gallery
2017 Kavanaugh Blvd.
(501) 372-3270
www.pcconsignstore.com
Private Collections is a place for buyers to find one-of-a-kind items and sellers to sell items they value but no longer need
