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Best Neighborhood To Go On A Shopping Spree In Boston

Though it might not be apparent in Faneuil Hall or on Newbury St. anymore, it is still true that Boston has a fabulous collection of independently owned boutiques that are worth a serious shopping spree. Just head to Boston's South End for some of the best shopping in town. Whether you are looking for gifts, clothes, new makeup, home decor or books, there is a thoughtful, ethically minded boutique in the neighborhood with the perfect piece for you!

Ash And Rose
Suite C6, 460 Harrison Ave.
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 650-5493
www.ashandrose.com

Ash and Rose is one of Boston's newest and most exciting boutiques in the SOWA area of the South End. Everything they sell is sourced from ethical, sustainable suppliers and craftspeople. This concept makes socially conscious shopping fun and easy. And with more and more people looking for quality clothing over fast-fashion, Ash and Rose is about to be the next staple on your shopping route. Their inventory includes stylish clothing, jewelry, handbags, shoes and accessories. They also have an online store, which it makes it more simple than ever to shop both ethically and support a local Boston business!

Follain
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Follain
53 Dartmouth St.
Boston, MA 02116
(857) 284-7078
shopfollain.com

No South End shopping spree is complete without a visit to Follain's original location. This tiny shop is full of every lotion and potion for looking your best without relying on toxic ingredients. They carry only the most effective, American-made beauty products made with safe, wholesome oils and plant-based ingredients. Call ahead to schedule a makeup consultation or to plan a private "girls-night-in" shopping night! Whatever you do, make sure to bring your camera. Every inch of the shop is worthy of an Instagram shot.

Olives & Grace
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Olives And Grace
623 Tremont St.
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 236-4536
www.olivesandgrace.com

Olives and Grace is another adorable shop that makes a boutiqueing trip to the South End worthwhile. Olives and Grace is a "curtsey to the makers" with small batch and bespoke wares from across the united states. Handmade jewelry, quirky greeting cards and local candies and jams are just a few of the things shoppers will find. It is a perfect stop for someone who likes their possessions to tell a story. It is also a great spot to look for gifts for any upcoming birthdays!

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Flock
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Flock Boston
274 Shawmut Ave.
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 391-0222
www.flockboston.com

Finding the perfect summer outfit is the most fun part of a spring shopping spree in the South End and the best place to being your search is Flock Boston. Flock is a tastefully curated women's boutique with a boho chic leaning. Their jewelry selection is also incredible. For the summer 2016 season, they're stocked with crystal  and gem-inspired jewelry and funky bags and shoes to complete the look.

Farm & Fable
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Farm And Fable
251 Shawmut Ave.
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 451-1110
farmandfable.com

Farm and Fable is a must for anyone that likes to cook -- or anyone shopping for someone who likes to cook! The sunny shop is filled with both vintage and new cookbooks and kitchenwares of all kinds. The vintage farmhouse vibe is clear, but the pieces all have a modern appeal. The boutique is owned by a couple that lives just steps behind the shop -- how cute is that?! Farm and Fable is a much-needed taste of small town, country living right in the heart of Boston's South End.

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Cameron Bruns is the founder of BostonGreenBlog.com and co-author of Just Us Gals Boston. She lives in Boston's North End, where her goal is to promote ethical, stylish, and sustainable lifestyle choices to all Boston residents. Her work can be found on Examiner.com.
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