Fashion & Shopping

Gift Guide

Gifts for Moms Who Love to Cook

Our picks range from items that will help you prepare a delectable meal to gifts that serve as the meal themselves.

04/11/2022 By Elizabeth Djinis

Gift Guide

Five Mother's Day Gifts for Moms Who Aren't Your Mom

Mother's Day is a day we spend thinking about our own mothers. But what about the mothers who've influenced us who aren't our own? Here are the gifts we recommend.

04/11/2022 By Elizabeth Djinis

Earthy Art

Claire Calvino Uses Banana Paper, An Eco-Friendly Alternative, to Make Whimsical Art

The tree's fibers make paper that's less polluting, wasteful and saves the chopping down of hundreds of trees per year.

04/11/2022 By Allison Forsyth

Gift Guide

Mother's Day Gifts for the New Mom

We’ve rounded up a few local items that should give the new mom in your life a dash of calm, a sprinkle of style and a whole lot of joy for the holiday.

04/08/2022 By Elizabeth Djinis

In Vogue

Sarasota-Based Fashion Influencer Blair Eadie Debuts New Accessory Collection

Eadie's collaboration with Lele Sadoughi launches today.

04/05/2022 By Megan McDonald

Primp and Polish

Local Salon Owner Launches a New Nail Polish Line

Veteran nail tech Thu Thach's Bandboxed is a line of 10-free, vegan and cruelty-free nail lacquers.

03/29/2022 By Heather Dunhill

Thrill of the Hunt

Score Fun Vintage Finds at This Monthly Market in Downtown Bradenton

Score vintage pieces and handmade decor at this outdoor market hosted on 15th Street.

03/21/2022 By Allison Forsyth

This Party's Lit

Glowing Furniture Makes for the Ultimate Party Upgrade

Rent LED-lit benches, chairs and dance floors to give your outdoor gathering a nightclub vibe.

03/18/2022 By Kim Doleatto

Q & A

Meet Sarasota's Yara Shoemaker, Whose Brand Debuted at New York Fashion Week Last Month

The founder of Fovari discusses the brand, her inspirations and her experience working with Sarasota Ballet dancers.

03/16/2022 By Chloé Cuyler

Shop for a Cause

Tidewell Foundation Opens New Tidewell Treasures Resale Shop in Sarasota

A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held Thursday, March 17.

03/14/2022 By Staff

Get Your Green On

Seven Green Fashion Picks You Can Wear on St. Patrick's Day and Beyond

From hats to leggings to Apple Watch bands, consider this a pot of fashion gold.

03/14/2022 By Allison Forsyth

Openings

Kind Vibes Outfitters to Open in Downtown Wellen Park

The store will offer kayak, paddleboard, bicycle and e-bike rentals.

03/07/2022 By Staff

Wood You?

Brush & Board is Coming to Lakewood Ranch

The woodworking studio is the first of its kind in Manatee and Sarasota counties, and promises anyone can become a DIY pro.

03/04/2022 By Kim Doleatto

Shopping

Exactly Where to Shop for Men's Clothing in Sarasota

Getting dressed is about taking time and stress away from the process, not adding it in.

02/28/2022 By Elizabeth Djinis

Showpieces

Sarasota Designer Patra Jordan Has 'Major Plans' for Her Jewelry Line

Patra Jordan's tagline is "where classy meets edgy," and that description is spot-on.

02/24/2022 By Jessika Ward

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

Seven Sarasota Shops Where You Can Score Your Next Vintage 'Fit

Sarasota is a vintage clothing hound's dream.

02/18/2022 By Sarafina Murphy-Gibson

Beachy Keen

Salt Life Opens on St. Armands Circle

The beachy, Florida-based fashion brand opened last month minutes from Lido Beach.

02/16/2022 By Samantha Lane

When Clydesdales Come to Town

Hang Out With the Budweiser Clydesdales at UTC’s Night Market

Enjoy shopping, food, live music and those famous horses at the monthly market.

02/16/2022 By Chloé Cuyler

Fashion Royalty

Fashion Expert Cameron Silver Shares His Top Tips for Shopping Vintage

The renowned vintage dealer spoke at T. Georgiano's Boutique last week. He shares his tips on how to shop vintage right.

02/15/2022 By Samantha Lane

Put Your Records On

Ready to Start—or Expand—Your Record Collection? Here's Where to Go

Drop the needle and boogie on down to a new record from one of the local stores on our handy list.

02/11/2022 By Samantha Lane