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that is run, owned and operated by the makers who create their goods inside. This community within the Edgewood Retail District east of Downtown tries to create a platform where small independent designers can create more awareness of their goods. Look for workshops and programs starting up again soon this summer. In the meantime, stop in to purchase handmade jewelry, stylish clothing, candles, local food items, gifts and housewares. www.thebeehiveatl.com
The luxury menswear store for bigger and custom sizes garnered a huge following in New York City and is now open in Buckhead Village. Designer and Founder Desyree Nicole, a former Division I college basketball player, discovered a gap in the menswear market for cool, luxury styles in custom, bigger sizes when she began styling NFL players in New York. She launched Todd Patrick in 2016. Each piece is handmade and has been a favorite of rappers, celebrities and professional athletes. www.toddpatrick.co
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This floral design studio was founded by artist Skye Lin, a SCAD Atlanta
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This global marketplace offers goods from 25 Black local entrepreneurs. Conceived and founded by Lakeysha Hallmon, the shop sells apparel, body products and home goods at its storefront in Ponce City Market. Makers at the store currently include Hairbrella, J. Dow Fitness, Abeille Creations, Just Add Honey Tea Company, The Muted Home, World of Unoia, Savoir Faire, Miso Living and more. www.thevillageretail.com
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Pinker Times Founder Skye Lin
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This summer, check out some of these unique boutiques and locally owned Atlanta shops around the city. You’ll find handcrafted jewelry, summer apparel and handcrafted gifts, among many other treasures.
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graduate who designs ethereal arrangements highlighting peonies, amaranthus, dahlias and more. At her pop-up in Buckhead Village, the space features two floral art installations, bouquets and a choose-your-own flower bar. Born in China and raised in Vietnam, Skye Lin creates poetic and nostalgic work that derives from her experiences as an artist of Asian descent living in the United States. www.pinkertimes.com
