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• 1924 Blossom Street

Adriana’s

• Adriana’s, formerly at 721 Saluda Avenue, is now closed, but the Shop Tart couldn’t bear to take down the listing. We miss you, Adriana’s!

Ashley’s Alley

• 915 Lady Street

Austral Salon

• 2100 Beltline Boulevard
• 1085 Lake Murray Boulevard, Irmo
• 803-790-0770, 803-781-6426
• So, Austral has this reputation for being high-end, fancy-schmancy, the place to go for fabulous hair…if you can afford it. Guess what. You can! They offer cuts from $30. All stylists are under the supervision of owner Tim Shealy. Shop Tart Tip: Going to a junior stylist at an upscale salon is an excellent value. Austral isn’t just about hair - they also do special occasion makeup and facial waxing (No, we don’t like to talk about it. But we have to do it. Shouldn’t we do it in a beautiful salon with fresh coffee and lovely lighting?). Austral is the perfect place to go for a stunning, polished look for a big event. Be sure to inquire about all of the treatments they offer; the Shop Tart is a huge fan of their Keratin straightening treatment. The treatment removes 85 to 95% of frizz and makes your mane low-maintenance for four to six months. Heaven! Among other products, Austral carries Phyto, a Shop Tart favorite for it’s amazing ability to tame her mane and super-stylish packaging.
• Get driving directions to the Beltline Boulevard location.
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Avanti Interior Design

• 929 Huger Street

The Backpacker

• 1215 Wayne Street

Be Beep, A Toy Shop

• 4525 Forest Drive
• 803-787-5772
• Be Beep has it all, toys for all ages from infant to almost grown-up. From cuddly baby toys and fab dollhouses to Legos and must-haves like snap bracelets, it can be found at Be Beep. Marshmallow shooters? Of course. Play kitchens and art supplies? Absolutely. The staff is great at helping you choose the perfect gift for any child. And Be Beep is the best source in town for Legos. (Better than the big box stores. And the Shop Tart, a mother of three boys, knows about these things.) Join their Facebook group to hear about special sales and new shipments of hot items, all year long.
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B.E.E. Maternal

• 4840 Forest Drive
• 803-834-7225
• B.E.E. Maternal is there to help you be “Beautiful and Elegant, Every day” of your pregnancy, and even beyond. They carry everything you need to make it through with style, including brands like Japanese Weekend, Olian, Michael Stars and Lilac. Lilac can be worn at every stage of your glowing journey, including afterward. (Really!) They have their own line of body products to keep you comfortable and glowing and they’ll even host a baby shower if you need a fun space with all the gifts easy to access. They’re housed in the same building as Bumble Boutique, so you can outfit your baby (and any other children you might have crawling about) without making an extra trip!
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Belladea

• 2824 Devine Street

Bella Vista Bridal

• 1003 Gervais Street

Blue Sky Gallery

• 733 Saluda Avenue

Bluestein’s Wholesale Dry Goods

• 933 Gervais Street

Bohemian (Clothing Boutique)

• 707 Saluda Avenue in Five Points
• 803-256-0629
• Bohemian is one of Columbia’s hippest and longest-standing boutiques. They were edgy and modern before anyone else, catering to a younger crowd, girls who were tired of shopping with their mothers. They stock plenty of lines that are fun and won’t break the bank. If you want a unique look that’s also beautiful, Bohemian is for you. They also have lots of great basics, like knit shirts in every style and color you need. Look for brands like Sine, BB Dakota (always less than it should be!), Frock by Tracy Reece, Free People and more. The jewelry is also fabulous. Owner Denise also makes sure to include locally designed goods like Hermosa jewelry and scarves and hats from Softspoken. Located on Saluda Avenue, the shop is in the heart of Five Points, the very first cool district in Columbia. And it isn’t just for kids - the Shop Tart has scored many a fab item there for herself, and she’s old enough to be your mother. (But she won’t make you dress funny.)
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• Get driving directions to the new shop, open February 1st.

Bohemian Home

• 2720 Devine Street

Bombshell Beauty Studio

• 1217 Lincoln Street

Britton’s

• 2818 Devine Street
• 803-771-2700
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Bumble Boutique

• 4840 Forest Drive
• 803-233-9703
• Bumble Boutique carries a fab selection of children’s clothing. They stock loads of adorable things for the younger set, sure, but the Shop Tart was thrilled to find chinos, bathing suits, seersucker and more for her older boys, who are notoriously hard to outfit locally. And they even had a treasure chest to keep the three-year-old occupied while his brothers shopped. Look for everything from classic cotton day gowns for babies and adorably modern sleepers to reversible Twirly Girl dresses (the kind the Shop Tart would have DIED for) and Shop Tart favorite Tea from San Francisco. They also have a fab selection of toys, books and gifts, perfect for birthdays, bribes or any other occasion. Bumble Boutique is housed in the same space as B.E.E. Maternal, which makes it the perfect one-stop shopping experience.
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Burlap Fine Papers and Gifts

• 2912 Rosewood Drive

Burton Brown Interiors

• 7705-D St. Andrews Road, Irmo

Camon Restaurant

• 1332 Assembly Street

Carol Saunders Gallery

• 922 Gervais Street

Carolina Fine Jewelry

• 8502-A Two Notch Road

Cashua Coffee

• Locally roasted Cashua Coffee is the bomb. The Shop Tart couldn’t make it through the day without a shot or three in the morning. She likes it so much, she has it delivered. And you can, too! Order online and they’ll bring it right to your door. There’s something deliciously traditional about having coffee delivered to your door by an actual human, n’est-ce pas? Kind of like the milkmen of yore. Want to try them all? They offer a subscription. If you just can’t plan ahead, Cashua is available in stores - by the bag at Rosewood Market and by the cup at Cafe Strudel and Art Shack.
• 803-467-2003, 843-455-7883

Casual Living

• Casual Living is the perfect place for all your outdoor entertaining needs, from that fab iron bench - and the cushions to go with it - to acrylic glasses in every shape and size…and cool outdoor lighting fixtures…and tablecloths…umbrellas…blankets for cool nights on the porch. In fact, she votes for a re-naming: Fab Party Living. She admits “Casual Living” has a nicer ring to it, but still. Casual Living is the perfect place to go when you want to seem casual as you entertain with mad style. Don’t miss the acrylic servers and glasses, durable enough for the pool, chic enough for any table, inside or out.
• 4708 Forest Drive
• 803-790-5066
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Celebrations Special Event Rentals

• 830 Sunset Boulevard, West Columbia
• 803-939-2739
• If you need it for a party, they have it. Punch bowls? Check. China? A stage? Audio equipment? Check, check and check. A tent to cover your entire back yard? With a chandelier? Absolutely! They love a challenge and if you’ve seen it somewhere, they can make it happen. Family owned and operated, Celebrations is the oldest special event rental business in Columbia. For more than thirty years, they’ve been making events happen, from festivals to weddings. They’re based in the Midlands and ready to serve customers all over South Carolina. The Shop Tart loves a party…even more when it’s under a tent, with a dance floor!
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Cellar on Greene

• 2001 Greene Street
• 803-303-3343
• Love wine? Love Cellar on Greene, the wine shop where you can taste, socialize and try before you buy. Watch for great wine sales, fun events like Champagne Tuesday (how can the Shop Tart not love that?) and food and wine specials almost every night of the week. The small plates are perfect for an after-work or late-night snack…or order three and call it a meal. Take advantage of the staff’s wine knowledge and frequent in-store tastings and you’ll be a pro in no time, with a rapidly-growing wine cellar. Grab a spot at the bar or one of the long, communal tables and make friends. S’fun!
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Charlie Mack

• 1531 Broad River Road

Chō on Main

• 127 E. Main Street, Lexington

City Art

• 1224 Lincoln Street

City Yoga

• 2121 College Street

Cloud Nine Market

• 916 Gervais Street

Columbia Museum of Art Gift Shop

• Corner of Main and Hampton Streets

Coplon’s

• 4825 Forest Drive
• 790-0015
• Coplon’s is iconic. They’ve been bringing the very best of fashion to Columbia for thirty years. Look for exclusive established collections such as Oscar de la Renta, Michael Kors, Lanvin, Lela Rose, Diane Von Furstenberg, Alice and Olivia, Theory, Stuart Weitzman, Temple St. Clair, Chloe, Stella McCartney, Valentino and Christian Louboutin, as well as new emerging designers such as Jason Wu, Alexander Wang, Yigal Azrouel and Elizabeth and James. They also have a fab makeup and skincare department stocked with products from Trish McEvoy and Darphin. The Shop Tart can be found lurking in the shoe department, right by the Louboutins, waiting for a sale. Their sales are legendary and the sales staff is friendly, helpful and unpretentious. (Don’t be shy about asking for the sale merchandise - and don’t miss the back room, often filled to bursting with heavily discounted things from seasons past!)
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Cottage and Vine

• 4600 Forest Drive, Suite Three

Creative Tile

• 149 Queen Parkway, West Columbia
• 841 Sparkleberry Lane, Suite 2, in Sparkleberry Crossing

Cromer’s

• 1700 Huger Street
• 779-2290 (Choose option 2) or 1-800-322-7688
• Guaranteed worst in town. Why? Because nobody does it like Cromer’s, a South Carolina institution known for flavored popcorn, peanuts, candy apples and party supplies. They’re celebrating their 75th Anniversary in 2010, and when it comes to local shopping, it doesn’t get much better than a business that’s been owned by the same family for 75 years. Cromer’s has everything you need to create a carnival at school, at church or - why not? - right in your very own home.
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Dan-Rich Furniture Company

• 255 Charleston Highway, West Columbia

Devine Eyes

• 2421 Devine Street

DeLibel Boutique

• 1215 Lincoln Street

Devine Foods

• 2702 Devine Street

DiPrato’s

• 342 Pickens Street
• 779-0606
• DiPrato’s is known as a great place for lunch and brunch and for good reason. It’s always bustling and you won’t hate waiting in line because they usually have pimento cheese and DiPrato’s amazing pita chips out for sampling. The deli is a Shop Tart favorite for takeout. Throw a party at a moment’s notice without cooking a thing - they have you covered, with everything from chicken salad and hummus to fried stuffed artichokes, deviled crab and roasted broccolini. And do not forget the made to order crispy pita chips; the Shop Tart recommends keeping them in the back seat of your car or they won’t make it home. Service at DiPrato’s is always beyond friendly, the food is always delicious and they have a great selection of wine!
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Dianne’s

• 2400 Devine Street
• 254-3535
• You might find it odd that the Shop Tart chose pictures of bar snacks and a classic wedge salad for Dianne’s, where the amazing menu, friendly and respectful service and superb wine list shine any night of the week, except for Sunday. Why are they closed on Sunday? Well, Dianne herself has to rest sometime and she is almost always there to greet you when you walk in the door and bid you adieu when you leave. Dianne’s is also great for parties or private dinners. And don’t miss your chance to go retro-fabulous at Dianne’s during special events. But the bar snacks? The best in town. Olives, marinated mozzarella, perfect cocktail peanuts - you never know what you’ll find. And the wedge is legendary. Do join the Shop Tart some time for a little “Wedge and W(h)ine.” Divine! If you love “Mad Men” like the Shop Tart does, Dianne’s is your place. And…they run amazing dinner specials. In March, enjoy three courses for $30, including lots of favorites from the menu.
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