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PATRIOTIC Patrons To celebrate the Fourth in style, shop the boutiques and stores on FIFTH AVENUE South By Lynne Groth The sidewalks of this 5-mile avenue stretch from Tamiami Trail to the Gulf of Mexico in downtown Naples and, in the summertime, there’s plenty of parking plus pockets of shade for all. Need an A/C and iced tea break? Pop into your choice of worldclass restaurants and cafés. Shop more than 100 stores and boutiques at one of the nation’s most exclusive addresses for everything from luxury to laid-back fashion, home decor, gifts, art, and jewelry.
EMILY JAMES ART Serene Florida landscapes and beach scenes hang among the whimsical, colorful abstracts by this native Floridian artist who enjoys capturing the beauty throughout the state. For her mixed-media piece on canvas titled Red, White, and Blue-tiful ($6,000, 32 by 36 inches), James used extensive layering to create a sense of depth and vibrancy. (emilyjamesart.com)
BOB BAKER SHOES Shoe shopping is cardio for the retail enthusiasts the Baker family has been delighting for four generations. Be patio-party-ready with these items: an American-made umbrella ($20), polka dot wedge sandals with suede insoles ($90), and a canvas zip-top bag with rope handles ($50). (bobbakershoes.com)
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THE BLUE MUSSEL At this almost-60-year-old gift shop, visitors can learn about 400-plus types of shells from around the world. After your education, check out the works on display from Florida artists and artisans, such as these examples of blue sea glass jewelry ($32 each). (bluemussel.com)
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JEAN-PIERRE KLIFA PARIS Electric colors and bold prints hang against pure white walls on Lucite racks showcasing French resort-wear designer Jean-Pierre Klifa’s women’s dresses, handbags, scarves, and artisan jewelry. This plastic-lined clutch ($31) is perfect for the beach or as a cosmetics travel bag. (jeanpierreklifa.com)
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