For the informed shopper

Antique Row starts the official season off with a HOLIDAY STROLL, December 6th from 2 to 7 pm. We are encouraged to bring a toy to support the Toys For Tots campaign.  This is a friendly, casual way to get acquainted with the increasing selection of shops on the street.

This year it is clear the street makeup is changing.  There are several schools of thought on this change.  One camp feels the diversification from shops solely catering to home décor (i.e. furniture and accessories) is weakening the initial influence of the street.  Others feel that a wider focus on home furnishing and design will strengthen the street’s draw.  In any event there is evidence of increased diversification on the street this season.

If you are an on-line shopper, the above question is moot.  But if you are a “destination” shopper or just a shopping explorer, Antique Row and the SOSO Design District offer an opportunity to visit curated, one-of-a kind establishments where you will have the widest selection of new and vintage items to consider.  This with the bonus of a growing number of design studios and workshops in the area to help you with your decisions.

A couple of new shops on the street: Woodward Home Palm Beach specializing in  vintage and new home décor, EDW.SEGAL with a collection of fine jewelry and art, as well as 16 Handles for vegan ice cream to keep you fortified on your shopping search.