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FOR ADDITIONAL OPTIONS, VISIT WWW.FORTWORTHKEY.ORG CAMP BOWIE DISTRICT - If you’re a person who likes women’s fashion, you’ve found the motherlode. With cool names like You Are Here and Keeping Up with the Joneses, I counted at least ten boutiques filled with a bounty of clothes, accessories, and gifts, all with different buyers, of course, so all with different stuff! Other retail favorites are Archie’s Gardenland, run by probably the nicest horticulture-savvy people you’ll ever meet, and Carter Bowden Antiques, an everchanging ocean of one-of-a-kind pieces. Hours and phone numbers vary by store, so be sure to check the website: www.campbowiedistrict.com/shopping. DOMAIN XCIV - There is something truly special about a boutique that has been owned, operated, and loved by the same customers and owners (in this case, Mark Vaughan and Tad Watts) for nearly 30 years. Since 1994, Domain is where the charm of the west steeps in a deep appreciation for European style and antiques. A whimsically painted armoire with luscious, down-filled decorative pillows spills out next to a sideboard featuring lamps and leather-bound books. Shelf after shelf of silky bath products sit next to elegant gifts like silver bottle stoppers and baby spoons. Don’t miss Domain exclusives like their blanc marble domino set and gourmet gunpowder salt(!). The business is built on providing sincere customer service and an unmatched product mix. Customers shopping here for a special hostess gift or a full on wedding registry are all given the same personalized attention. Like so many of their products are exclusive to Domain, Domain XCIV is exclusive to Fort Worth. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., closed Sun., by appointment Mon. 3100 W. 7th St., Suite 112, 817-3361994, www.domainxciv.com. Founded by cute-as-a-button local Bekah Hale Pollock, HALE HOUSE is a boutique you don’t want to miss. It started as a collection of mined vintage and antique pieces sold out of a 1955 Airstream Bubble. Today it’s evolved into a master class in fashion merchandising of the happiest persuasion while also staying true to its roots with antiques sprinkled throughout. It’s a one-stop shop for gifts… and a little something for yourself. Like so many Fort Worth shopping gems, it’s in the Camp Bowie District. Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., closed Sun.-Mon. 4900 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817-349-0535, www.shophalehouse.com. H BAR C RANCHWEAR - Looking for luxury western wear focused on authenticity and best-in-class garment construction? H Bar C Ranchwear is the brand for you, and they’ve officially opened doors in the Stockyards area. They have a rich history in the Hollywood and country music communities and have dressed innumerable celebrities and actors. There’s a reason the brand has outfitted everyone from Gene Autry to Gwen Stefani to John Wayne to Thomas Rhett! H Bar C prides itself on quality and uniqueness, and you’ll find just that in-store along with things like live music events and beer tastings. If you’re in the market for a well-made pearl snap for dinner out at Cattlemen’s or a rhinestone clad, tasseled crop top to two-step in at Billy Bob’s, you know where to go. Giddyup! Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 2231 N. Main St., 817-504-8607, www.hbarc.com. At THE MERCANTILE you’ll find what you’re looking for and things you had no idea you absolutely must have. With over 200 vendors, there is a wealth of
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everything from handmade jewelry to one-of-a-kind furniture to hostess gifts to home décor. It’s also home to the Rose Garden Tea Room, which means you can shop all morning, refuel, and then carry on all afternoon. If you don’t need to marathon, that’s fine, I’m just saying The Mercantile has your back, okay? Each booth is like entering a completely different store without having to go outside- ideal for Texas’ erratic weather. There are baby gifts, original paintings, vintage place settings, serving bowls and, of course, plenty of TCU gear. The Mercantile was started by philanthropic businessman Holt Hickman, and the antique mall reflects his values by holding special events that benefit local causes. Go get lost in the booths; it’s a treasure hunt. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun. noon-6 p.m. 7200 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817-3770910, www.the-mercantile.com. MULE ALLEY - A fairy-light strung concourse inside of The Stockyards, Mule Alley is composed of barns that have been standing for over a hundred years, now gutted to outfit retail and restaurateurs aplenty. The quaint street dead ends into another exciting development, too: Hotel Drover. Mule Alley is the place to be! Every week there seems to be something new swinging its doors open: shops, restaurants, bars and, for some lucky people, even some office spaces. 122-128 E. Exchange Ave., www.mulealleyfortworth.com. HOTEL DROVER: more than a place to wine, dine, and sleep! Inside the lobby are two shops, one of which is Lucchese Custom Collection at Hotel Drover, the only Lucchese boutique of its kind in existence. At Wide Brim by Flea Style, western sensibility meets coastal relaxation in a shop carefully curated by locals. So, there you have it. Style that’s both bespoke and cool, all achieved in one lobby. 200 Mule Alley Drive, 817-755-5557, www.hoteldrover. com/stay/stockyards-shopping. Amanda and Matt, the creators of KIMES RANCH, have taken their fashion background to create a more thoughtful jean. With details like a special pocket for a knife, flattering pocket placement, and womenswear with a high enough rise to cover up while riding but not so high as to sacrifice style, they’ve managed to make the sartorially pleasing utilitarian. Yeehaw! 10 a.m.-8 p.m. daily. Suite 120, www.kimesranch.com. KING RANCH SADDLE SHOP was established in 1853, and boy is it tenacious. During the Reconstruction Era the ranch had to get back on its feet, and part of that was hiring in-house craftsmen to create their very own saddles. After mastering that craft, King Ranch output expanded into more leather gear, all branded with King Ranch’s iconic “W.” Due to legend-fueled demand, they began selling products outside of the ranch and King Ranch Saddle Shop was born. Suite 530, www.krsaddleshop.com. In regards to a classic outfitter in the Alley, look no further than LUCCHESE BOOTMAKER, home of your bespoke forever boot. It all started when Lucchese brothers Salvatore and Joseph emigrated from Italy to Texas, bringing their father’s cobbler legacy with them. With fans from Prince Harry to Sandra Dee, Lucchese boots are canonical. Simply put, it’s where elegance meets western practicality. Party trick: It’s pronounced lu-kay-see. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Suite 500, 817-918-7999, www.lucchese.com. At PH BARN DOOR you’ll find the American Paint Horse Association’s official store featuring clothes, accessories, and some home goods like pic-
