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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! We hear Drip Coffee, another independent spot, is coming soon to Saluda!
Ashley’s Alley

- 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.
- Get driving directions to Irmo location.
Avanti Interior Design
- 229 Blackhawk Terrace West Columbia, SC
The Backpacker
Be Beep, A Toy Shop
B.E.E. Maternal
Belladea
Bella Vista Bridal
Blue Sky Gallery
Bluestein’s Wholesale Dry Goods
Bohemian (Clothing Boutique)
- 707 Saluda Avenue in Five Points
Bohemian Home
Bombshell Beauty Studio
Britton’s
Bumble Boutique
Burton Brown Interiors
- 7705-D St. Andrews Road, Irmo
Camon Restaurant
Carol Saunders Gallery
Carolina Fine Jewelry

- 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
- Get driving directions.
Celebrations Special Event Rentals
- 830 Sunset Boulevard, West Columbia

- 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
- 929 North Lake Drive, Lexington, SC
Chō on Main
- 127 E. Main Street, Lexington
City Art
City Yoga
Columbia Museum of Art Gift Shop
- Corner of Main and Hampton Streets

- 4825 Forest Drive
- 803-790-0015
- 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
Dan-Rich Furniture Company
- 255 Charleston Highway, West Columbia
Devine Eyes
Devine Foods

- 342 Pickens Street
- 803-779-0606
- 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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- 2400 Devine Street
- 803-254-3535
- 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.
- Get driving directions.

- 3030 Devine Street
- 803-445-4442
- Gurh. Urngh. Uhhh. Huh? Sorry. the Shop Tart couldn’t hear you, she was too relaxed from her massage with Wyck Beiderwell, one of Columbia’s most well-regarded and semi-secret massage therapists. Well, the secret’s out. Wyck isn’t just for insiders any more. He also offers hot stones, scalp, feet, raindrop and other signature treatments and therapies. Ask about Divine Massage Therapy’s membership club, which gives you a massage a month at a heft discount and discounts an all other services and treatments. Also? That building he’s in is super cool, n’est-ce pas? Call or email for an appointment today!
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