HAUTE FINDS South Walton Beaches
YOUR GUIDE TO THE BEST OF LOCAL IN SOUTH WALTON // FALL & WINTER 2019
GRAYTON BEACH
The Grove Salon thegrovesalon30a.com / 850.231.0905 / @thegrovesalon30a 50 Uptown Grayton Circle Ste 2
A House of Beauty Boutique | Salon
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Located in Grayton Beach, The Grove Salon is your one-stop shop for all of your beauty needs. Experience your next hair service with one of our talented hair artists or enjoy a one-of-a-kind shopping experience in our beautiful boutique– indulge yourself!
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Kérastase • Oribe • Bumble and bumble Oway • Olaplex • Arcona Library of Flowers • La Kaiser Jewelry SugarBearHair vitamins GLO skin beauty cosmetics • Paddywax
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Indigo
Watercolor @indigowatercolor
The Grove Salon and Boutique
Grayton Beach @thegroveboutique_30a
Tribe Kelley Surf Post Grayton Beach @tribekelleysurfpost
Haute Style Trends Billabong
Sandestin @billabong_destin
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The Jewel
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Sandestin @thejewelgrandblvd
Pish Posh Patchouli's
Rosemary Beach @pishposhpatchoulis
MIRAMAR BEACH
Sugar Beach Interiors sugarbeachinteriors.com / 11974 US Highway 98 Mon–Fri: 9am–5pm / Sat: 10am–5pm
Haute Fall Trends The Sugar Beach Interiors specialists have been busy in the shop and at clients' homes getting ready for Fall. Here are a few haute trends we see this season...
Sugar Beach Interiors is a full-service interior design firm and retailer located in Miramar Beach. In addition to a team of licensed designers and consultants, we offer a selection of furniture and original art in our expansive showroom. Focusing our design efforts predominantly along the Emerald Coast, our design staff has a well-honed ability to meld current trends in fashion and decor with Northwest Florida’s unique and timeless coastal traditions. Contact us or stop by to discuss how we can help make your next home or commercial interior project truly shine!
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1. Gold, gold and more gold! 2. Cable knit throws 3. Organic Green 4. Contemporary cane furniture 5. Animal prints, especially snow leopard 6. Succulents 7. Wallpaper accent walls 8. Tone-on-tone texture 9. Natural Stone
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Formula Fresh
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Sirens
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Blue Mabel
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Frill Seekers Gifts™
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Clean Juice
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Optikk 30A
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Be On The Coast™
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Sugar Beach Interiors
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Red Fish Taco
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Billabong
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Growler Garage Grayton Beer Company Lola’s on 30A Sunrise Coffee Co. Justin Gaffrey Gallery Bungalow Home & Life Kickbike 30A
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WATERCOLOR 25
Indigo
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Pedego & Eventure Tour Co.
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The Art of Simple
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Chanticleer Eatery
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Cabana | The Seaside Style
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The Grove Salon
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Great Southern Cafe
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Summer House Lifestyle
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Sundog Books
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Black Bear Bread Co.
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Amavida Coffee Roasters
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Tribe Kelley Surf Post
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Five Daughters Bakery
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30A Wellness Studio
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Bud & Alley’s
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INLET
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Sweet Henrietta’s Treats
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A. Wickey Gallery
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Otium Studios
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Abode Beach Interiors
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Adaro Art
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Optimal Health by Doc Smiley’s
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Polished 30A Nail Bar
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Bungalow Home & Life
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Coastal Dune Co.
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Art & Soul
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Cowgirl Kitchen
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Raw & Juicy
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NEAT Tasting Room
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Charlie’s Donuts 30A
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Pish Posh Patchouli's
Shimmering Seas
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The Pearl Hotel
Freshii
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Cowgirl Kitchen
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DRIFT 30A
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Amavida Coffee Roasters
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The Pointe
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The Hidden Lantern Kombi Keg 30A
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SANTA ROSA BEACH SEASIDE
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YOUR HAUTE MAP FOR SOUTH WALTON
Destin Holiday on the Harbor Lighted Boat Parade
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Haute Things To Do This Fall and Winter! Sample small-batch beers & bourbons while supporting Children in Crisis, Inc. at Destin Crafted on November 9. destincrafted.com Earn that turkey dinner by participating in the 30A 10K Thanksgiving Day Races. 30a10k.com Recover from all of the wine and beer festivals with the Rock Star IV at Optimal Health. optimalhealth30a.com
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30A Songwriters Festival
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Baytowne on Ice
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See your favorite film under the stars with Family Movie Night at The Hub every Wednesday. hub30a.com Get in the winter spirit at Baytowne on Ice. The seasonal ice rink is open October 26 – February 1. baytownewharf.com Tour the historic Wesley House at Eden Gardens State Park. floridastateparks.org
SunQuest Cruise New Year’s Eve
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Watch the Destin Holiday on the Harbor Lighted Boat Parade on December 9. Ring in the New Year aboard SunQuest Cruises’ SOLARIS yacht with a dining, dancing and fireworks experience like no other. sunquestcruises.com Listen to live music during 30A Songwriters Festival January 17 – 20. 30asongwritersfestival.com
Rock Star IV at Optimal Health
EDITOR’S NOTE
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Design/Production Jane Wu Photographers Kamber Creative @kambercreative
Sarah Noonan @thegoodlifedestin
Erin Newman-Mitchell @erinnewmanmitchell
Feather & Birch Wedding Co. @feather_and_birch
Haute Finds / South Walton is published three times a year and loves to show off what’s haute and unique in print and online. For advertising rates and details: jamie@hautefindssouthwalton.com
On The Cover
H e llo Readers! With cooler weather, a plethora of festivals and quieter beach communities, it’s an amazing time of year in South Walton! In our Fall and Winter guide, you’ll find a variety of ways to gather and celebrate with friends and family. Whether you’re planning the ultimate holiday party, looking for the perfect hostess gift or want to get glam for the upcoming festivities, we’ve got you covered! All of the businesses featured in Haute Finds are carefully curated, recommended by readers and have rave reviews. We know you’ll have a great experience when you visit them, and remember to let them know Haute Finds sent you! If you want to see more Haute Finds, follow us on Instagram and Facebook! You’ll find everything from upcoming events and new openings to holiday sales at your favorite boutiques and seasonal dishes from local restaurants. Plus our website and email newsletter will keep you up to date on all of the haute happenings around town.
Top: @theartofsimple Bottom Left: @kombikeg30a Middle: @thegrovesalon30a Bottom Right: @pearlrb
Happy Holidays!
Jamie Kamber Managing Editor
Instagram: @hautefinds_southwalton Facebook: HauteFindsSouthWalton
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Website: HauteFindsSouthWalton.com
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HAUTE NEW OPENINGS
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COCINA CUBANA Seaside | @cocinacubana30a
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JI•SHI KI•CHN Seaside | @jishikitchen
FIDDLE HAUS Watersound | @fiddlehaus
DISTILLERY 98 Santa Rosa Beach | @distillery98
GOATFEATHERS AT 30AVENUE Inlet Beach | @goatfeathers30avenue
Kombi Keg 30A
Kombi Keg is more than just a mobile bar; it is the epitome of classic style, with a sophisticated twist of vintage. Enjoy a practical and convenient way to serve ice-cold draft beer, cider, water, wine and more. Take your wedding, corporate event, neighborhood party or just a friendly get-together to the next level!
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kombikeg30a.com / @kombikeg30a / 850-685-0633
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Santa Rosa Beach A laid back beach neighborhood with unique shops, art galleries, popular spots for dining and drinks including Gulf Place, a gathering spot for weekly concerts and local artisans.
Lola’s on 30A lolason30a.com / @lolason30a 850.660.1662 / MON-SAT: 10–5 SUN: 1-5 3788 W. Co Hwy 30A
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HAUTE GIFT IDEA
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Natural beeswax and soy candles hand-poured in Santa Rosa Beach. thehoneyhutch.com
Lola’s on 30A is owned and operated by mother/daughter team, Lee and Lauren. They are focused on creating an upbeat and energetic atmosphere for their customers to enjoy. Their bright and inviting boutique offers a blend of home decor, original art, clothing, accessories and consignment furniture. Visit Lola’s on 30A for a beautifully curated collection of coastal inspired pieces to complete your beachside home.
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Optikk 30A optikk30a.com / @optikk30a
Located in Redfish Village, Optikk 30A is the Emerald Coast’s premier optical boutique providing comprehensive eyecare for the whole family. We believe in supporting independent companies from around the globe that produce boutique, handcrafted and innovative eye wear. We enjoy bringing these exclusively designed innovations to you, along with the latest & greatest technology. We look forward to serving you and your family for all of your optical needs.
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850.608.3135 / 2050 W Hwy 30A, Ste 119
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Summer House Lifestyle
Grayton Beach @summerhouselifestyle
Haute For The Home Art & Soul
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Seagrove @artandsoul30a
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Sugar Beach Interiors
Miramar Beach @sugarbeachinteriors
Adaro Art
Watersound @adaroart
Drift 30A
Inlet Beach @drift30a
The Art of Simple Seaside @theartofsimple
Lola's on 30A
Bungalow Home & Life
Santa Rosa Beach, Seagrove @bungalowhomeandlife
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Santa Rosa Beach @lolason30a
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Havana Beach Bar & Grill Rosemary Beach | @pearlrb
North Beach Tortilla Co.
Santa Rosa Beach | @northbeachtaco
Blue Mabel
Blue Mountain Beach | @bluemabel30A
Haute Sips & Dishes for Fall and Winter Freshii
Clean Juice
Inlet Beach | @freshii.pcb
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Miramar Beach | @cleanjuicemarketshops
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Coast Creamery
Seagrove Beach | @coast.creamery
The Pancakery
Destin | @thepancakery_destin
Mimmo’s
Destin | @mimmosdestin
Watercolor
Fall Festivals
This cheerful family-friendly community is filled with charming homes, tree-shaded trails and beautiful parks. There are plenty of outdoor activities, shopping and dining to keep everyone entertained.
Harvest Wine & Food Festival | Saturday, October 26 The Grand Tasting in WaterColor's Cerulean Park, highlights harvest season at the beach. Sip and savor some of the world's finest wine and culinary creations at this Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation event.
Rosemary Beach Uncorked | Saturday, November 2 Taste the very best food and wine Rosemary Beach has to offer with featured restaurants, a premium selection of wines and a live band.
Bloody Mary Festival | Saturday, November 2 Enjoy unlimited tastes of the Emerald Coast's most creative and innovative bloody marys at The Market Shops! There
@indigowatercolor / 6 Watercolor Blvd S, #101
will also be food, local craft brews, a Bubbly Bar, cornhole games, and a large screen streaming football games.
Mountainfilm on Tour at WaterColor | November 1 & 2
Indigo is a lifestyle boutique offering gorgeous clothing, art, and decor from around the globe. Owner Catherine Walega carefully curates her unique, and often one-of-a-kind, inventory. 25
WaterColor's Marina Park offers a gorgeous outdoor setting and starry backdrop for this film festival.
Seaside Seeing Red Wine Festival | Saturday, November 9 Seaside's Central Square will come alive with an amazing selection of wines, hand-selected food offerings chosen by local chefs, and live music.
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Indigo
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Taking in the beaches of 30A...
Photo credit: Erin Newman-Mitchell
Seagrove
Art & Soul @artandsoul30a / 5399 E County Hwy 30A, Suite 4
Seagrove is a quaint beach town with Old Florida charm. Enjoy the natural beauty of the beach, Eastern Lake, and Deer Lake State Park, or explore the local shops and restaurants along Scenic Highway 30A.
Abode Beach Interiors @abodebeachinteriors / 4281 E County Hwy 30A
Welcome to the newest boutique on 30A! Featuring local art, jewelry and great gifts, we hope to quickly become your favorite shopping destination.
Abode is a beachside lifestyle boutique that offers furnishings, lighting, artwork, bedding, accessories, gifts, apparel and interior design services.
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Photo credit: @aceatthebeach / Alden Caroline Easter
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Haute List THROW A HAUTE PARTY
Optimal Health by Doc Smiley’s optimalhealth30a.com / @optimalhealth30a 850.231.2999 / 4935 E Co Highway 30a
Kombi Keg 30A Soirée Mingle 30A Coastal Coffee Bar Co. Epic Photo Booth Co.
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HAUTE AND HEALTHY NEW YEAR
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Optimal Health Optikk 30A 30A Wellness Studio Balance Health Studio For The Health Of It
#hautelistsouthwalton
Feel your best with IV vitamin therapy! By restoring these essential nutrients directly into your bloodstream, it gives your cells the building blocks to create more energy, repair oxidative damage, fight infection, lose weight and reverse the aging process. Another way to achieve optimal health is through organic, whole foods, so we are thrilled to now carry nutrient-dense coffee, creamer and daily jumpstarts from Laird Superfoods! Come sip while you drip. 36
SANTA ROSA BEACH/SEAGROVE
Bungalow Home & Life @bungalowhomeandlife / MON-SAT: 10-5 | SUN: 12-5 Santa Rosa Beach: 3906 Hwy 98 W Ste. 28-32 | 850.267.7711 Seagrove Plaza: 3723 E. Hwy. 30A | 850.534.0040
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Come see our new second location in Seagrove! At Bungalow Home & Life, we are a select group of seasoned decorators, artists, craftsmen, jewelry makers, and fashion-minded individuals who have joined together to create a beautiful vendor boutique. We offer design services and are happy to help you create your dream space!
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The 30A Coloring Book
@30acoloringbook
Drift 30A
Inlet Beach @drift30a
Beyond 214 Destin @beyond214
Haute Gift Ideas The Art of Simple
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Seaside @theartofsimple
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Monogrammed Jewelry from Frill Seekers Gifts™ Destin @frillseekersgifts
Lola's on 30A
Santa Rosa Beach @lolason30a
Pish Posh Patchouli's Rosemary Beach @pishposhpatchoulis
Bungalow Home & Life
Santa Rosa Beach, Seagrove @bungalowhomeandlife
The Grove Salon
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Grayton Beach @thegrovesalon30a
Custom Family Portraits from Adaro Art Watersound @adaroart
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The Gift of Giving Children’s Volunteer Health Network
Food For Thought
Our editor adopting her puppy, Emmy, from Alaqua.
'Tis the season for giving! It's easy to get caught up in Black Friday sales and finding the
weekends & breaks and provide traditional holi-
perfect present, but it's important to remember the people and charities who could use your
day meals for local families this season!
support. Whether you share your time, talents, resources or funds, there are many ways you can support local charities including these inspiring organizations:
Habitat for Humanity of Walton County
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waltoncountyhabitat.org
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Alaqua Animal Refuge
to improve the health and well-being of children
Everyone should have a home for the holidays.
alaqua.org
in need by facilitating the delivery of com-
Habitat for Humanity volunteers and supporters
Caring for and finding loving homes for animals
prehensive, direct medical, dental and mental
help families in need achieve the strength, sta-
only scratches the surface of what Alaqua does
health services to children whose family income
bility and self-reliance they need to build better
for the community. They also educate people
falls below certain measures.
lives for themselves.
raise awareness by providing people with the
Food For Thought
Westonwood Ranch
opportunity to experience the joy of uncondi-
fftfl.org
westonwood.org
tional love that animals can instill in us.
Food For Thought fights child hunger by
Westonwood Ranch offers a unique learning cur-
providing backpacks filled with healthy, easy to
riculum to improve life skills and pre-vocational
Children’s Volunteer Health Network
prepare food for students who are dependent
skills to young adults with Autism Spectrum
cvhnkids.org
on free or reduced school meals. Help them
Disorder (ASD). The end result of this program is
There’s no better gift than health. CVHN seeks
bridge the gap between school meals during
gainful employment in the community.
about the importance of animal adoption and
Inlet Beach Enjoy the natural beauty of nearby Camp Helen State Park and Lake Powell, or take a beach break at the elegant shops and restaurants off of Highway 98.
Stephanie Evans @stephanieevanspaintings / 513.505.4435 stephanieevanspaintings.com
Photo credit: Resting Beach Face Rentals
Drift 30A Drift 30A helps you create coastal-inspired spaces with beautiful furnishings, local art, indoor/outdoor rugs and more. We are here for you with design services, gifts and customized gift baskets! 46
Stephanie Evans is an Impressionistic and Abstract Artist working in oil and acrylic mediums. Known for her vivid colors and her creative use of textures, she can be commissioned to create works of art using an array of your favorite colors to highlight any room. Contact her today to discuss your custom piece!
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@drift30a / 13123 E Emerald Coast Pkwy
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