Monday, February 2, 2009

Shop Local: Evolve

Evolve Boutique in Emory Village (northeast Atlanta) is near and dear to my heart since it's the first boutique we ever featured on our blog. That was over a year and a half ago, so we figured it wouldn't seem redundant to do another post on such a great store.

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Here are 3 reasons why we love Evolve:

1.) All the items in the store are by indie designers, local, earth-friendly, organic and/or re-purposed.
2.) Joyce, the owner (pictured above left), is the nicest person you'll ever meet.
3.) Joyce's dog (also pictured above left) is so sweet and greets every customer that walks in the door. Eat your heart out, Walmart.

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We both left with some great purchases including an amazing ring Lauren picked up - we'll blog about that in an upcoming post.

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31 comments:

  1. greenjeansFebruary 2, 2009 at 10:29 PM

    why is it always so much more fun to buy stuff when there's a dog there to say hello?

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  2. SecretistaFebruary 2, 2009 at 10:46 PM

    I want an Evolve where I am!

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  3. UnknownFebruary 2, 2009 at 11:38 PM

    ooooh we need more boutiques down here!!

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  4. LesleyFebruary 2, 2009 at 11:53 PM

    I love local boutiques! Especially ones with furry dogs!

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  5. NoormolFebruary 3, 2009 at 12:28 AM

    what a cute store! I love it when the shop owners are warm and friendly :) Beats walmart any day!

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  6. Anonymous social workerFebruary 3, 2009 at 1:02 AM

    aww so cute. they have a dog in the store :D

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  7. UnknownFebruary 3, 2009 at 1:08 AM

    OH! I'm all for bring-your-pet-to-work policies.

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  8. AliFebruary 3, 2009 at 1:13 AM

    looks like a nice place! I love shops with dogs.

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  9. NiteSchoolFebruary 3, 2009 at 1:17 AM

    sweet shirt in the top right corner!

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  10. AllieFebruary 3, 2009 at 1:51 AM

    Haha I have to agree with greenjeans, boutiques with dogs are more fun!

    I've been thinking about doing boutique features on my blog. I should get around to asking permission to photo while I'm in there.

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  11. LisaFebruary 3, 2009 at 2:34 AM

    This looks like a great place to shop! Ah and I love the expression on the dog's face in that first photo. :)

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  12. gigglenessFebruary 3, 2009 at 7:22 AM

    love the shop pictures :)
    xx

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  13. AnonymousFebruary 3, 2009 at 7:41 AM

    The boutique looks like a closet inside the bedroom :)
    can't wait to see the items on you!
    make it sooner! yay!!

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  14. SongyFebruary 3, 2009 at 7:48 AM

    That looks like a really cool shop.
    I envy you two having so much fun!!

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  15. Shelly's Style ShopFebruary 3, 2009 at 9:58 AM

    Great pictures! I wish I had more boutique's were I live!

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  16. First Lady of MADEFebruary 3, 2009 at 10:33 AM

    what a great boutique! i'll have to visit if i'm ever in your area! xo

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  17. AnonymousFebruary 3, 2009 at 11:17 AM

    Are those purses on the bottom left corner or fun presents? That's pretty neato if they were surprises!

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  18. First Lady of MADEFebruary 3, 2009 at 12:30 PM

    oh yeah can you email me (info@madejewelry.com)with your email address...i want to ask you ladies something. thx!

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  19. AngelaFebruary 3, 2009 at 2:54 PM

    like the flip flop with the charm hanging. can't wait to see what you gals have purchased.

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  20. AnonymousFebruary 3, 2009 at 7:41 PM

    I love your blog! Stumbled upon it on a whim!
    I shouted you out on mine!

    ~Inga
    www.fashionistaatplay.blogspot.com

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  21. JuiceFebruary 4, 2009 at 12:08 AM

    Los Angeles needs an Evolve! :)

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  22. L.I.NFebruary 4, 2009 at 9:56 AM

    i have never come across organic clothings here. hmm.

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  23. don't eat my riceFebruary 4, 2009 at 12:40 PM

    Jealous! Vegas needs more places like that. Anything, actually without the words "Hollywood Trendy" in the name would be most excellent. That tiered shirt is so cool. You girls have great hair. Can't wait to see the ring!

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  24. KayFebruary 4, 2009 at 1:05 PM

    It looks like such a lovely place (:

    http://thestitched.blogspot.com/

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  25. MareFebruary 4, 2009 at 3:37 PM

    Wonderful things in the shop, and wonderful dog, who adds so much to the shopping experience. I love the white shirt.

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  26. paanieFebruary 4, 2009 at 4:45 PM

    can't wait to see it! i have one of those candy wrapper wallets.

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  27. May KasaharaFebruary 4, 2009 at 8:22 PM

    looks like a wonderful shop!!!

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  28. DiamondHurtsFebruary 4, 2009 at 11:31 PM

    the shop looks so cozy..., it's nice to see your pictures finding great stuff in that shop, i wanna go there toooooooo :-)

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  29. AnonymousFebruary 5, 2009 at 12:21 PM

    Yay for earth friendly, eco, and repurposed!

    I seriously with I lived in the ATL and could shop with you two! It's nice to see Asians getting attention for once!

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  30. AceFebruary 5, 2009 at 10:23 PM

    in that case I'm jealous of your dress. I've hunted for the perfect black and white striped shift dress, no luck so far.

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  31. ediotFebruary 7, 2009 at 3:27 PM

    i love eco-clothes!

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