Shine On
Slip into Shine for a hit of contemporary home design, hip apparel, and gifts. The cowgirl in us wanted to lasso the updated, wide-legged Wrangler jeans. Modernists will appreciate the plastic plates adorned with Roman emperors, Trojan horses, and Chinoiserie scenes. 1007 A. W. 36th St. 410-366-6100.
Home Sweet Home
Eco-friendly home accessories await at In Watermelon Sugar. Check out bamboo platters, rough-hewn wooden slab tools, and tea towels, beach bags, and aprons made from vintage Indian fabrics. We fell for a white porcelain leaf bowl and adorable—yet funky—papier mache white bird, handmade in Haiti. 3555 Chestnut Ave. 410-662-9090.
Modern Art
Stop in Oakenshawe for mid-century modern furniture, including tables, lighting, and artwork. From 1970s-era black leather, Danish teak and chrome sofas to Miles Van Der Rohe classic MR20 lounge chairs, this is the place for funky pieces sure to change any interior—for the better. 1021 W. 36th St. 410-889-2279, http://www.oakenshawe1021.com.
Hang It
Angela Lynn knows the way to a girl’s heart: jewelry—and lots of it. Check out collections of bejeweled earrings, necklaces, rings, and hair clips. Who could resist the branch-theme hoop earrings made with agate and vermeil by Olia Designs? Other feminine gifts fill the sunny space, like hand-milled French soaps, scented soy candles by Botanicus, and beaded and rhinestone evening bags by Clara Kasavina. 840 W. 36th St. 410-235-4446.
Tucked Away Funky Fads
True urban style awaits at Doubledutch. Here, you’ll find mod women’s fashions in vintage prints, au currant bold cut-out necklaces, and handmade clothes from Snowflake 66. We eyed the polka-dot top by Lulu Via and denim jumper by Penguin. If only we had the legs for the black and white graphic shift dress by BB Dakota. Maybe next spring…3616 Falls Rd. 410-554-0055, http://www.doubledutchboutique.com.
Keep it Fresh
Dogwood Deli makes it easy for the organic-minded to refuel. Try the roasted turkey on a spelt bagel, with sage-honey mustard mayo, or apple, brie, and watercress sandwich with fig-balsamic dressing. We knocked back a Blue Lacy smoothie, a concoction of organic blueberries, blueberry yogurt, unsweetened applesauce, soymilk, and pumpkin seeds. 911 W. 36th St. http://www.dogwoodgourmet.org.
