Editor’s Note: This list was updated from an earlier version on March 5, 2025. Please contact each business for hours of operation. Are we missing a local women-owned business? Drop our digital editor, Kait Murray, a line at kmurray@rimonthly.com.
Here at Rhode Island Monthly, we’re celebrating Women’s History Month (a.k.a. March) by supporting local women-owned businesses and honoring their achievements. Many of these businesses have been acknowledged in the past by winning Best of Rhode Island Awards. Here’s a reminder of some women-owned businesses that you can help support today and every day. This is not a complete list of women-owned businesses in the state, just a shout out to support some that we love.
Apponaug Brewing
334 Knight St., Warwick, 681-4321, apponaugbrewing.com
Founded by two former stay-at-home moms, Tamara McKenney and Kris Waugh, Apponaug Brewery boasts two outdoor patios as well as a ten-barrel brewhouse with a taproom serving six or seven different beers on tap. Apponaug Brewing’s rotating tap list is guaranteed to satisfy every palate, with its lineup of dark beers, IPAs, seasonal sours and more like the Rinse and Repeat sour ale and Thousand Ways IPA. Make sure to check out the specialty cocktails, wines and spirits as well. The full kitchen is open daily, with first-come, first-served seating. Well-behaved pups on leashes are always welcome.
Asterfields.
Asterfields*
asterfields.com
Editor’s note: The storefront is currently closed while it moves locations.
Owner Nicole Deponte fills her vibrant, artist-owned studio with beautiful ascots she crafts from neckties, silk scarves and other goods for home, body and everything in between. Jaunty wool berets share space with colorful washi tape and sketch pads, while neon-hued earrings from female artists play off the funky wall art and adorable mini vases.
Angelo’s Civita Varnese
141 Atwells Ave., Providence, 401-621-8171, angelosri.com
Classic Italian dishes done well earn the spotlight at Angelo’s, owned by Jamie Antignano. The portions are large, the prices are cheap and the focus is family. When the weather is chilly and you’re looking for something to warm your belly, dig into a heaping plate of chicken parmesan or slow-cooked all-day veal and peppers. Serving traditional Italian cooking for more than ninety years, there’s a reason the third-generation restaurant hasn’t had to change much on the Classics menu since 1924. Favorites include breaded and fried chicken parm or eggplant parm smothered in mozzarella and housemade sauce, and good old meatballs served with fries instead of pasta for an even better way to soak up homemade gravy. During the Great Depression, the original owner, Angelo Mastrodicasa, invited folks who were in need to come eat and he added fries to their plates to help tide them over to their next meal. The tradition continues today.
Aura’s Chocolate Bar
250 East St., Cranston, 401-312-3381, auraschocolatebar.com
Cacao queen Aura Fajardo Quintero combines forces with many Rhode Island-based food and drink businesses to take chocolate to the next level. Her Sommelier Series collaborates with local winemakers and spirits companies including Anchor and Hope and Sons of Liberty and she also sources from Newport Sea Salt, Leafy Green Tea, Ocean State Pepper Company, Borealis Coffee and more to create palate-pleasing chocolate combinations.
BarreCoast
55 Beach St., Westerly, 401-596-1066, barrecoast.com
A visit to BarreCoast, even if it’s your first time, feels like a hangout with old friends. The studio’s owner, Kristen Ullrich, radiates positivity and strives to make the studio a positive and inclusive space to foster community. Working out doesn’t have to be a chore at this seaside studio in Westerly. Plus, you can even get some puppy snuggles with Bear, the studio’s fluffy golden retriever mascot.
Basil and Bunny
500 Wood St., Unit 214, Bristol, 401-490-4198, basilandbunny.com
The Basil and Bunny truck, affectionately named “Fluffy,” now has a bricks and mortar home at Bristol’s new Unity Park mill complex. Owners Lyslie (who started the whole idea on her plant-based blog) and her husband, Mathiew Medeiros, make the vegan versions of all your favorite comfort foods. Think plant-based takes on mile-high burgers made with housemade bean and mushroom patties or loaded fried chicken sandwiches made with crispy seitan. Also look out for the Bunny mobile at local events. Online ordering is available during business hours.
Owner Nicki Tyska, left, and her daughter, Drew, of Beau Bleu Boutique & Gifts.
Beau Bleu Boutique & Gifts
423 Hope St., Bristol, 253-1314, beaubleuboutique.com
Multiple generations can shop here and find something to feel good in. From preppy printed shift dresses to elegant and colorful maxis and boho embroidered minis, there’s always something new, something you will want to borrow, and something blue; the hardest part will be narrowing down all the fits you will want to fish out of your own closet.
Beecher’s Botanicals
beechersbotanicals.com
Wellness is a passion project for Beecher’s Botanicals founder, Jessica Beecher. The indie skin care brand feeds your skin with raw organic ingredients. Our faves include the hibiscus melting cleanser, the pumpkin enzyme face peel, the in-shower skin treatment and the soap sampler.
Bites By Bre
11-17 Aleppo St., Providence, 401-829-9313, bitesbybre.com
Bre Goldsmith’s weekly meal delivery service has helped many people and families who might not have time to cook due to demanding jobs, who just want to eat healthier. She creates healthy meals for customers to reheat each week, and every participant gets the same lineup of dishes delivered right to their door. She cooks international cuisine featuring elevated dishes that take it to the next level using quality ingredients.
The Black Leaf Tea and Culture Shop
52A Valley St., Providence, theblackleaftea.com
The Black Leaf Tea and Culture Shop was started in 2019 by Amber Jackson. The company offers many different tea and herb blends, such as “Lotus” and “Glow,” that promote health, while promoting community engagement and celebrating Black culture. Visit the shop to enjoy a tea latte and pastries as you work remotely or a pot of tea with friends. Read more about her business here.
Blaine’s Sewing Machine Center
1280 Oaklawn Ave., Cranston, 401-463-8824, blainesewing.net
Blaine’s has been around since its early days in the old Outlet building but we only just discovered this emporium for those who sew, and passionate wannabees. Sleek white models in various prices gleam in rows across the showroom, including top brands such as Baby Lock, Bernina and Janome. Need to brush up basic skills? Blaine’s also offers friendly, informal classes on making everything from beach cover-ups to table toppers.
booth.
245 Main St., Pawtucket, boothonmain.com
Whether it’s a business launch party, photoshoot, pop-up shop or a jam session, booth.’s cozy, 1,100-square-foot retail and recreational space gives women and minority artists, creatives and entrepreneurs the opportunity to celebrate their brand or next chapter in life with the option to host a cash bar on site. Booth. aims to be a welcoming event space for aspiring business owners who may have a limited resource availability and creates a personalized solution that fits their needs.
The Brow Beautician
Studio B Salon, 334 Knight St., Bldg. #11, Warwick, 401-437-8688, instagram.com/thebrowbeautician
Up the ante of your appearance by enhancing your brows. Kristi Scialla of Studio B Salon takes barely existing, faded or over-plucked brows to wow with a noninvasive process that’s like a reverse perm. The forty-five-minute treatment includes applying a straightening solution, followed by a neutralizer and tinting, then nourishing keratin gel. No pain. All the gain.
Buppy Pets
buppypets.com
These treats are so good, humans can eat them too. And they do. Buppy Pets all-natural dog treats were created by Lauren Ruggiero, who sells them in five flavors, including PB and J, Pumpkin Nutters, Banapa Snaps, Pizza Bites and Chik Ched Marys, based on favorite human snacks like Goldfish and Triscuits. Ingredients include nothing but real rolled oats, bananas, applesauce, all-natural peanut butter, organic blueberries, cheddar cheese and more.
Bywater and The Bakeshop
54 State St., Warren, 401-694-0727, bywaterrestaurant.com; 277 Water St., Warren, bakeshopwarren.square.site
Bywater changes its menu on the daily, cooking with the seasons and using what’s available from farms and fishermen. There’s always local oysters, smoked trout pate and local seafood on the lineup (save some of the excellent housemade brown bread for extra dipping in sauces and broths). A small patio has a distant view of Warren’s waterfront, where there’s a park fit for a sunset stroll. You can also grabbed delicious fresh baked goods from their sister location, the Bake Shop.
Cafe Ava
48B Rolfe Sq., Cranston, instagram.com/cafeavari
Andrea and Derek Cabrera named Cafe Ava – a cozy and vibrant coffee shop in Rolfe Square – after their daughter, Ava, in hopes of starting a legacy in her name. The cafe serves pastries and espresso bean-based (like an horchata latte topped with a sweet bread roll called a concha) for your wakeup meal of afternoon refresher. In Latin cultures, many aspects of food and coffee styles overlap, so head to Cafe Ava and get a taste of the melting pot inside the shop. Learn more about the cafe here.
Cakes by Eboni
560 Mineral Spring Ave., Unit 2-161, Pawtucket, 401-442-8084, cakesbyeboni.square.site
Cakes by Eboni is Eboni Silva’s small, scratch-made Black-owned bakery serving Rhode Island and surrounding Massachusetts areas. Custom-designed cakes and treats can be made for any occasion in a variety of flavors. She creates sculpted cakes, uses fondant to feature themes and uses drip techniques, fresh flowers and berries to create beautiful designs.
Celebrated
5 Stilson Rd., Richmond, 401-787-4017, celebrated.co
This vegan dessert shop elevates the dessert experience for all diets by providing tasty plant-based treats. The desserts are made from scratch daily and can be found at the company’s new brick and mortar dessert shop in Richmond Wednesday through Sunday. Some favorites include beautifully designed celebration cakes, layered cake jars, delicate French macarons and edible cookie dough-stuffed chocolate truffles.
Ceremony Tea Shop
406 Brook St., Providence, ceremonypvd.com
This sleek and modern tea house serves high-quality tea in Providence’s bustling College Hill neighborhood. Step into the shop and discover an oasis of calm. Pick up a lavender matcha latte (add on a matcha, espresso or strawberry-flavored teddy bear) to sip on or a mochi cake to snack on. Linger over a cup of tea made with leaves sourced directly from small farms in Japan, Taiwan and China. Book a tea tasting session or a traditional tea ceremony and experience the complexities of oolong, green and black teas. Read more about Ceremony here.
Chi Kitchen
560 Mineral Spring ave., Pawtucket, chikitchen.com
Minnie Luong took a family recipe and turned it into a full-fledged business. Her umami-packed fermented cabbage is brined with kosher salt and combined with julienned ginger, chopped garlic and onions, Korean red pepper and first press fish sauce from wild caught black anchovies. “It’s the Champagne of fish sauces,” says Luong. There’s also a vegan variety made with non-GMO miso. Not only does this kimchi taste delicious crammed in a sandwich, as a topping for meat or straight out of the jar, but it also contains gut-busting probiotics that help ward off sickness.
Clover Desserts*
cloverdesserts.com
*Note: The storefront is currently closed but you can still catch Clover Desserts at the Farm Fresh Farmer’s Market in Providence.
The cases at Clover Desserts look like a modern museum showcasing color and form. What makes it even better than the Met is the fact that everything is edible, and every bite is sublime. A panoply of flavors is packed into tart shells or small Mason jars and piled high onto shortbread. You can offer anything as a gift, but the first recipient needs to be you — eat it in the car because the minute someone catches sight of a glossy turtle or lemon tart, it’s gone.
Veronica Mays of Conaky’s Quilts with some of her handquilted creations.
Conaky’s Quilts
conakysquilts.com
Veronica Mays takes an impactful approach with her handcrafted quilts. Her current inventory is made up of colorful designs that showcase and uplift Black culture, women’s rights and more.
Core Fitness
229 Waterman St., Providence, 401-273-2673, corefitprov.com
Sometimes it’s hard to get out of bed early or hit the gym after work, but if you have upbeat fitness instructors counting on you, it makes it easier to show up. Core’s music-fueled fitness classes, including cycling, strength and cardio and boxing, as well as Lagree, are motivating to move in ways that make you look and feel good.
Corkie Bolton Jewelry
corkieboltonjewelry.com;instagram.com/corkieboltonjewelry.
A metalsmith from Providence, Corkie draws her inspiration from the natural world to create timeless, high-quality jewelry out of silver and gold. Her earrings feature geometric shapes and her rings, bracelets and necklaces showcase stones in a delightfully minimalist way. Corkie is also the founder of the Metalsmith Society, an online community that supports other artists.
Designed By Delsie
401-249-9291, designedbydelsie.com
At Designed by Delsie, owner Pearl Farquharson imagines and creates boutique and intimate events involving some of the best women-owned vendors in the area. She executes unforgettable parties, including micro- and more sizable weddings, anniversaries and birthdays. Pearl plans, designs and creates distinctive events based on your specific needs and desires, which includes integrating chic lighting, furnishings, linens and floral design.
DISH Boutique
155 Water St., Warren, 401-247-7705, dishri.com
This is a sustainable fashion boutique run by a mother and daughter team, Keri and Sara, for nearly twenty years in Warren. They only sell ethical , eco-friendly fashion, jewelry and accessories made with care, style and conscience from many U.S based vendors, plus a selection of international designers unavailable anywhere else in Rhode Island. They also host a re-DISH rack in the shop, featuring previously loved merchandise that was purchased from the shop and returned for resale.
Easy Entertaining
Rising Sun Mills, 166 Valley St., Building 10, Providence, 401-437-6090, easyentertainingri.com
Easy Entertaining was founded in 2006 by chef Kaitlyn Roberts with a focus on seasonal, local and gourmet cuisine. Since then, it has been supporting local growers and producers in Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts at its cafe and by catering events around the state, including weddings. Easy Entertaining works closely with regional farmers and local artisans and purveyors, and sources more than 70 percent of products from a 250-mile radius year-round. They can be hired to produce treat boxes for virtual events like baby showers, corporate meetings and happy hours, and they also offer extensive catering food and treat packages for holiday events like St. Patrick’s Day, Easter, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day and more.
ELS Aesthetics
131a Pitman St Suite 38, Providence, 401-999-0704, elsstudio.com
Rather than relying on phony filters, why not get a facial and lash upgrade for reals? This lash and skincare studio can help improve your skin while also adding length and volume to your lashes. Book the Pura Vida facial treatment, and a lash lift and tint or extensions, and strut out looking like a new and improved version of yourself. #NoFilter. owner Estela has been in the beauty industry for more than fourteen years.
Existential Thread Co. Owner Bridget Duggan at Little City Thrifty. Photo by BJ Mansuetti/Ampersand Creative Co.
Existential Thread Co.
139 Knight St., Providence, instagram.com/existential.thread.co
After a few years selling wares at various markets, Bridget Duggan opened Existential Thread Co. in the West End of Providence in February 2025. The shop offers up unique vintage clothing, accessories, décor, artwork and tchotchkes. Learn more about its opening here.
Farmacy Herbs
28 Cemetery St., Providence, 401-270-5223, farmacyherbs.com
This farm offers loose-leaf herbal tea blends made from herbs grown organically at their West Greenwich farm or sourced from Mountain Rose Herbs, an Oregon-based organic wholesaler. Farmer and founder Mary Blue is a trained herbalist who understands the ways in which herbs can support a healthy lifestyle. She has tea blends to help an insomniac sleep, to soothe upset stomachs or clear congested sinuses. In the summer, the farm also hosts herbal medicine classes.
Farmaesthetics
farmaesthetics.com
Founded by green beauty trailblazer Brenda Brock at a rural Tiverton farmstand in 1999, Farmaesthetics and its fine herbal skincare make it easy to glow at home. Brock’s kitchen chemistry has become sustainable beauty with nourishing lavender milk, aloe, calendula and honey providing targeted tonics for your troubled skin. Find relief in the Hydrating Hand Wash, made with organic essential oils and natural cleansers that are strong yet gentle enough to use throughout the day. Follow with the Nourishing Herbal Cream or Hand to Heel Softening Salve for hours of home hydration. Before bed, apply the Calendula Remedy Oil and you’ll wake up feeling like you had a facial. Online sales available.
Feast and Fettle
feastandfettle.com
Founder and chef Maggie Mulvena Pearson graduated from Johnson and Wales University in 2013, and started working as a nanny and personal chef for a few years in the Providence area. Then, she launched a full-fledged meal delivery service in 2016 that could help a variety of professionals, couples and families. These home-cooked, healthy meals are locally prepared then delivered right to your house. Select your entrees and sides separately and schedule the service for one day or multiple days per week for a single person, couples or whole family. Feast and Fettle meals can be catered to vegetarians, vegans and gluten-free folks as well, and the nutritional information and ingredients for each dish are listed on the website so you know if your choice contains wheat, nuts, egg, soy, dairy or shellfish. Members simply go on the website to place orders for the weekly subscription service. Learn about Feast and Fettle’s new cookbook here.
Field of Artisans
fieldofartisans.com
Art is hard. The folks behind Field of Artisans’ pop-ups make it a little easier for New England creatives by hosting curated shops around the state. In the coming months, Field of Artisans can be found almost everywhere — at the Guild PVD Beer Garden, Whalers Brewing Company in South Kingstown, Shaidzon Beer Co in South Kingstown, Narragansett Brewery and Innovation District Park in Providence. Artists of all experience levels are encouraged to apply, with a fresh lineup of handmade art, clothing, jewelry, home and body goods and more at each pop-up. Every week they publish a new field guide to participating artists online.
Fig and Fromage
Wakefield, figfromagecharcuterie.com
When you and your guests prefer a light grazing to a sit-down dinner, a charcuterie board or grazing table from Fig and Fromage is a go-to. Owner Emily McCoy curates intimate gathering spots of nibbles, from fruit and veggies to cheese, prosciutto, nuts and artisan breads with a drizzle of honey that look more like art than a meal. Check out her new DIY charcuterie classes and events in the wild.
Figs & Ginger
Providence, figsandginger.com
Female-owned since 2005, Figs & Ginger is known for its array of handmade, eco-friendly jewelry. Favorites include wildflower lockets featuring real florals, quirky kiln-fired mushroom pendants on gold-plated brass chains and the charming Ghost in the Garden scallop rings. Couples can also set up an appointment to make custom rings together, and Figs & Ginger also provides wedding services like cake toppers, invitations, favors and more.
Jo-Anna Cassino of Flipp Apothecary and Salon.
Flipp Salon and Apothecary
38 Transit St., Providence, 401-274-1981, flippsalon.com
The retro, six-chair plant-based salon on Providence’s East Side specializes in cut and dries and color correction, but also features an apothecary stocked with a variety of organic herbs, essential oils, carrier oils and butters. The offerings range from therapeutic to cosmetic, with custom-blended teas to skincare products to all-natural perfumes. Consult the herbal specialists to find the perfect item for your body from the plant-based line.
Float
2258 Post Rd., Warwick, 401-921-5100, floatri.com
If you’re in need of some real peace and quiet, Float therapy might be just what the doctor ordered. Immerse yourself in a private pod filled with ten inches of water combined with 800 pounds of epsom salt that makes you buoyant on the surface of the water. It’s essentially sensory deprivation in a relaxing environment — no phones allowed! — and the experience can help reduce stress, relieve muscle tension and reduce pain.
The Golden Sparrow
401-289-3676, thegoldensparrowri.com
The Golden Sparrow’s Carolyn Gloster breathes new life into well-loved, vintage treasures as well as freshly minted finds. Treat yourself to a plaid pillow, newly upholstered antique side chair or Le Creuset griddle or shower a friend with a slice of creativity from a featured artist, hip felted tote or delicate hand-poured candle.
Gracie’s and Ellie’s
Gracie’s, 194 Washington St., Providence, 401-272-7811, graciesprov.com; Ellie’s, 250 Westminster St., Providence, 401-563-3333, elliesprov.com
Ellen Slattery opened Gracie’s on New Year’s Eve 1998, ushering in a new era of fine dining in downtown Providence. Chef Matthew Varga’s locally driven menu (including seasonal produce from the restaurant’s nearby rooftop garden), combined with consistent award-winning service and a generous wine selection, has garnered Gracie’s six consecutive four-diamond awards from AAA. The menu changes seasonally, but a diner can never go wrong ordering Rhode Island and New England sourced delights. Slattery opened Ellie’s, a French bistro and bakery serving their signature desserts, pastries, bread and French macarons a few years ago, and has expanded its service to include a wine bar that’s open from 6 to 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.
Granny Squibb’s Organic Iced Tea
grannysquibb.com
It all started with Robin Squibb’s grandmother’s secret recipe for iced tea in the 1930’s in Sauderstown, Rhode Island (okay fine, it originally started with her grandmother’s mother-in-law’s recipe). Fast forward to modern times, the family’s favorite drink has been turned into a locally made beverage company run by Kelly McShane and Nick Carr, who still continually give back to the community. The tea is made with brewed black tea and fresh mint, fresh-squeezed lemon juice and a bit of sugar and it now comes in several varieties, including Sally’s Lemon, Mojito Lime and Charlie’s Cranberry in both sweet and unsweetened versions.
Greenline Apothecary
245 Main St., Wakefield, 401-360-3300, greenlineapothecary.com
If your doctor prescribes it, they’ve got it. From prescriptions to over-the-counter health and wellness meds, to immunizations and a pharmacist-curated selection of natural, locally made products, this apothecary has your ailments and health-related needs covered. Plus, pick a swivel stool at the soda fountain and wait for your prescription with a root beer float in hand.
Chef Stacy Deetz of Hangry Kitchen. Photography by Angel Tucker.
Hangry Kitchen
542 Pawtucket Ave., 424-5812, hangry-kitchen.com
Another newcomer is slinging fresh creations from inside its sunny spot on Pawtucket Avenue. Chef Stacy Deetz — a Johnson & Wales alum and former “Top Chef” contestant — and her team turn out dishes like chicken pot pie johnny cakes, savory beignets, Point Judith calamari and sweets like Honey Glow pineapple sorbet and strawberry rhubarb galette using as many fresh and local ingredients as possible. If something looks good, make sure to order it — the menu changes quickly and often, and you won’t want to miss one bite. See our dining review here.
Haverhill
401-575-2917, haverhill.com
Barrington resident Haverhill Leach strengthens her family’s illustrious jewelry legacy with simple, elegant designs and an in-house academy which aims to foster the next generation of local jewelers. Learn more here.
The Heal Room
176 Taunton Ave., East Providence, 401-373-4325, thehealroom.co
Everyday items — beauty products, detergents, sponges, water bottles — get the eco-conscious treatment within the walls of the Heal Room. Founders Ana Duque and Karen Mejias have created an environmentally friendly space for all, whether you’re new to sustainability or a hardcore nature lover. Shop online or in-store for crystals, herbs, kitchen supplies and more.
J Marcel
808 Hope St., Providence, 401-383-9777, jmarcel.com
New clothes make us feel empowered, and that’s what J Marcel strives to help customers with every day since 2008. The boutique has offered affordable apparel, jewelry and footwear in an all-inclusive and friendly environment.
Jack’s Snacks, A Dog Bakery
158 Greenwich Ave., Warwick, 401-633-5522, jackssnacks.com
A pie for your pup? It’s pawsible! Choose from a variety of customized cake templates and treats to reflect your pooch’s personality. For everyday rewards, pizza-flavored biscuits and the Barkcuterie Box make any dog drool. Order a pupcake for “Gotcha Day” or any occasion, as well as seasonal specials to reward your pet. The dog bakery and supply shop is named after Jack, a black Labrador retriever/pit bull mix who was rescued from California and crossed the Rainbow Bridge in 2006, but lives on through his namesake’s beloved biscuits.
Karen Griffin of Just Like Nana’s. Photography by Jamie Coelho
Just Like Nana’s
560 Mineral Spring Ave., Pawtucket, 949-3250, just-like-nanas-llc.square.site
Just Like Nana’s is a bakery and cafe based at the Lorraine Mills in Pawtucket, but owner Karen Griffin also sells her baked goods at retail markets and coffee shops across the state. Just Like Nana’s also serves an expanded menu to coincide with the hours that the Lorraine Mills’ neighboring brewery, Crooked Current, and distillery, White Dog Distilling, are open in the later afternoons. Menu items include gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches, Belgian waffles topped with fresh fruit or compote, whipped cream and chocolate sauce, and blintzes, a traditional Jewish crepe filled with soft cheese and served with sour cream and cinnamon and sugar.
Kaffeology
359 Thames St., Newport, 401-324-5151; 8 Russo Rd., Portsmouth; 48 Hillside Rd., Cranston, kaffeologycafe.com
Locals and visitors (especially kiddos!) are in awe of Kaffeology’s gravity-defying shakes, from the Cookie Monster topped with an Oreo ice cream scoop and a perfectly balanced cookie to the Tutti Frutti decked out with Fruity Pebbles ice cream, a Pop-Tart and cotton candy. Adults go all-in with the Rhody, a nitro cold brew coffee drink with a secret “coffee” Rhode Island ingredient.
Kimi’s
373 Washington St, Providence, kimis.bar
Owned and operated by Kimi Rich, Kimi’s is an elevated neighborhood bar on the West End of Providence. The vibe is dark and moody yet inviting, and the drinks are impeccable.
Kow Kow
120 Ives St., Providence, kowkowfood.com
Even when social distancing is no longer necessary, the lines at Kow Kow still wrap around the block. The Fox Point ice cream shop’s specialty is freshly pressed bubble waffle cones stuffed with ice cream and decked out with over-the-top treats. Ice cream comes from Warwick Ice Cream and OddFellows, while the vegan version is from NadaMoo. Owner Vilada Khammahavong started out with a food truck and the name Kow Kow incorporates her Lao culture into the business along with some Asian and mainstream ice cream flavors.
Kreatelier
804 Hope St., Providence, 401-432-7995, kreatelier.com
Kreatelier bills itself as a fabric concept store, from classic patterns (think Liberty of London) to whimsical (Clarke and Clarke) to over-the-top floral (Designers Guild). Have a much-loved old chair with good bones that’s looking spent? The helpful staff will give a free re-upholstering consult that saves it from a sad end by the side of the road. And now that Kreatelier has expanded next door, there’s even more inspiration to be found in pillows, window treatments and other goodies for the home.
The Lady Next Door
196 Water St., Warren, 401-903-2380, ladynextdoorvintage.com
The Lady Next Door vintage emporium has been a landmark on Water Street for decades, crammed to the rafters with retro figurines and housewares, clothing, fabric, jewelry, lamps and more. The original owner, Sandy Nathanson, spent decades at Trinity Rep as prop master and set decorator, and when Christine Stulik took over, she carried on that rich, theatrical aesthetic. We love how she scoops up one-of-a-kind finds — a collared horse print dress, for example — and there’s always something irresistible to bring home.
Lazuli Handcrafted
Find Lazuli on etsy.com or on instagram.com.
Based in Newport, Lazuli Handcrafted sells pieces inspired by geology, a subject in which artist Erika Young earned a degree. The minimalist rings, earrings and necklaces are made using electroforming, a complicated chemical technique where copper builds up around the stone. This process gives each piece a unique finish and a natural look. Check out her selection of rings, which are perfect for stacking.
Owner Chi (Cigdem) Turkomer, owner of Le BonNton, sells international goods, including beautiful jewelry, in her store.
Le BonTon
30 Child St., Warren, lebonnton.com
Set your home apart from a sea of cookie-cutter neutrals with a few pops of color in the form of Turkish Kilim throw pillows, Turkish towels and robes, and handmade pottery from this gem of a home decor shop. The boutique started out in the Berkshires and has now expanded to the East Bay with international finds that breathe life into any room, as well as intricate jewelry to brighten your day.
The Lilac Thief
thelilacthief.com
The combined magic from the Lilac Thief girls turns ordinary floral arrangements into sculptural masterpieces. What started as simple foraging of lilacs from an abandoned lot and decorating their mantel turned into crafting tablescapes for dinner parties, large-scale arrangements for event decor and wedding displays. They use flowers and other art forms to make lasting impressions with an air toward astrology and a nod to Mother Nature.
Like No Udder Shop
783 Hope St., Providence, 401-228-3880, like-no-udder.com
You won’t miss the dairy in Karen Krinsky’s icy, creamy creations made with soy-based soft-serve, or hard ice cream blended with cashew, coconut or peanut bases produced right in the shop. There are up to twelve flavors available in the retail store and some favorites include Thai iced tea, mint chip and coconut lace. Even vegan shakes sub in coconut, almond or soy milk for udder-free drinks. Catch the food truck for vegan soft-serve and other treats.
Little Bitte Cocktails
littlebitte.com
Bartender Willa Van Nostrand handcrafts classic cocktails with a garden twist using small-batch spirits, fresh pressed juices and edible blossoms. She bartends at local events and parties as well as the World’s Fair art gallery. She also creates cocktail kits that come with everything you need, including the pre-measured alcohol to pour at home.
Little Sister
737a Hope St., Providence, littlesisterpvd.com
Little Sister is the East Side’s newest cafe, but with an extra-special Latina punch. Co-owned by Milena Pagan, owner of Rebelle Artisan Bagels, and her husband, Darcy Coleman, the cafe and bakery produces amazing morning pastries that pay homage to Pagan’s Puerto Rican roots. Try the sesame and almond croissants that play off of horchata flavors, powdered-sugar-topped Mallorca pastries and guava coconut macaroons. The shop also sells egg sammies with spicy touches and avocado, hearty soups and lunchtime sandwiches like a hefty Cuban.
LOLA Fashion Boutique
120 N. Main St., Providence, 401-383-0021, instagram.com/lolaprovidence
This eclectically curated boutique stocks vintage finds, international designers and locally-made fashion. The shop, opened back in 2006, offers both retail and consignment options, giving customers many colorful and stylish choices while shopping for dresses, jewelry, shoes and handbags. Message the business on Facebook to shop by appointment.
Loren Hope
86 William St., Newport, 401-619-0330, lorenhope.com
Look, it’s something sparkly! All eyes are on the somewhat-new showroom occupied by local, made-in-the-USA jewelry designed by Loren Barham and team, who moved the business specifically to Rhode Island because of its renowned jewelry industry. The headquarters are in downtown Newport where shoppers can browse the collection of bright, shiny and vibrant jeweled chandelier earrings, necklaces, bracelets and more, plus a classic bridal section filled with heirloom-worthy baubles for the big day.
Luca Boutique
193 Water St., Warren, 401-289-2251, luca-ri.com
Designer togs for little ones might seem unattainable, unless you shop here. The children’s couture consignment shop procures gently used luxe labels and sells them for a fraction of the original cost. Check out the Luca First Look Facebook page to stake your claim on items before they even make it to the racks.
Luluna Kombucha
Various locations in Rhode Island; Tasting Room, 53 Rathbone St., Providence, lulunahealth.com
The naturally effervescent probiotic tea, made in Rhode Island, is garnished with fresh seasonal fruit and herbs from around New England. Served in sixteen-or thirty-two-ounce glass reusable bottles, the eco-friendly drink can be found on tap and in fill stations at eleven retailers around the state, or you can visit the tap room on Fridays between 12 and 5 p.m. and Sundays between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. Start sippin’!
Martin House Books
10 Canal St., Westerly, 401-561-6101, martinhousebooks.com
Having grown up between the stacks as the daughter of a bookstore owner in Massachusetts, Gretchen Miller was the perfect candidate to take over the recently shuttered Savoy space this past April. Sporting a more modern, industrial chic look, Martin House Books fulfills southern Rhode Islanders’ bookish needs, from the latest bestsellers to niche interests, with ease. Plus with the help of in-house Cafe 1888’s delicious coffee, pastry and even wine offerings, it’s poised to be the hottest spot for future author readings and book clubs.
Matriarch
468 Thames St., Newport, overseasoned.com
The new flagship store of Overseasoned, founded by influencer and Portsmouth native Amy Larson, serves up clever kitchen accessories and other fun merch from local designers.
Maxine Baked
401-753-3605, maxinebaked.com
Shantel Maxine Neal learned to bake from her grandmother, Grammie Maxine. She’s turned her homestyle recipes into a business serving up cupcakes, celebration cakes, cookies and more for online order. She also hosts private decorating parties and can be found at different pop-ups throughout the state.
Miss Vegan
401-304-6464, missvegan.co
Custom cakes are made with locally sourced and natural vegan ingredients using fun drip techniques and piles of sweets for whimsical designs. Miss Vegan’s flavors include confetti cookie dough, cannoli, brownie batter, Neapolitan and more, without using artificial colors or preservatives. They also sell birthday cakes, cannolis, taccolis (a cannoli/taco hybrid), cookies, doughnuts, pies and more. Everything made at the cruelty-free bakery is free of any animal products or bi-products.
The Mosaic Table
617-312-8915, themosaictable.com
The Mosaic Table is a made-from-scratch meal service created by Anat Sagi that uses locally sourced ingredients while supporting other small businesses. The Mosaic Table also often collaborates with other local businesses on different pop-up events throughout the state, such as equinox-inspired dinners and falafel Fridays, as well as frequent Farmer’s Market appearances.
Muse
65 Water St., Warren, 401-289-2150, musehandcrafted.com
Mosey into Muse for one-of-a-kind engagement rings and meaningful necklaces, rings and earrings that can be passed down for generations. The shop also repurposes vintage jewelry to give it a more modern twist and offers both custom creations and exclusives that can only be found there.
Mūse Haus of Beauty
jamiemillmather.com
Jamie Millmather has twenty years of hairstyling experience behind her shears. She runs three salons and operates her business, mūse haus of beauty, which specializes in hair of all shapes, sizes and textures while also empowering stylists through advanced and continuing education in color, cutting, styling and extension work. Millmather also travels to New York Fashion Week and London Fashion Week and participates in local runway shows and photo shoots to help curate looks for designers and makeup artists.
Nava
197 Wickenden St., Providence, 401-53-6282, shopnava.com
Nava’s cheery new look — think: warm refinished floors, bright paint, open layout, roomy fitting areas — is the just-right backdrop for the shop’s signature bohemian dresses, vintage denim and troves of jewelry by regional designers. For nearly fifteen years, we’ve tapped the Nava gals, our aesthetic gurus, for fashion advice; now, we’re asking for reno tips, too.
Nest
147 Water St., Warren, 401-300-4129, nestonwater.com
When nothing but the most thoughtful gift will do, head to Nest on Water Street in Warren to find something that truly speaks to the recipient. There are hand-beaded bags crafted in America, beautiful earrings and necklaces made with pearls cultured in Wickford, luxurious bath bombs and salts, picnic baskets, intricate pottery and more home decor ideas that will be meaningful and treasured by the important people in your life, including yourself.
The Nest
272 Carpenter St., Providence, thenestpvd.com
Co-founders Charlotte von Meister and Danielle Sturm are always on a mission to break the toxic cycle of wastefulness and overconsumption. Enter the Nest, where the secondhand showroom serves as a gathering space for people looking for unique and upcycled styles as well as an inclusive community. The secondhand store gives people access to previously loved clothing that still has life to give, all while protecting the environment.
The Nitro Bar
228 Broadway, Providence; 2 Pond Ave., Newport; 404 Thames St., Newport, thenitrocart.com
Rich, smooth and creamy with a frothy top: Believe it or not, we’re writing about coffee, not beer. The Nitro Bar’s (and Nitro Cart’s) cold brew coffee is stored in a keg, infused with nitrogen — which gives it a creamy, stout-like head — and served on tap at businesses across the state as well as at its three permanent coffee shops, one inside Dash Bicycle and two in downtown Newport.
The Nook Coffee House
307 Main St., East Greenwich, 401-402-0029, nookcoffeehouse.com
At the aptly named Nook Coffee House, you can savor a frothy latte or iced coffee, pour kombucha on tap or sip the aromatic Dirty Chai made with cinnamon, cardamom, cloves and ginger ground with black tea and espresso. Syrups are house made with vanilla beans, lavender and other herbs and spices.
Noon
18 Post Rd., Warwick, noondesignshop.com
Noon has a little bit of everything including jewelry, body products and homeware. Purchase one from each category to make a gift basket for that special someone: a handmade sea wave necklace, a grapefruit and white peach scented candle and a sandalwood and rose sugar scrub. Order online, or visit the storefronts.
Notes Coffee Co.
508 Armistice Blvd., Pawtucket, 401-335-5181, notescoffeeco.com
Latin-owned Notes Coffee Co in Pawtucket makes a point to support arts and culture by promoting local artists and musicians through the shop, while also supplying some of the best coffee drinks and sandwiches.
OctoVie
508-812-0714, octovieskinbrush.com
Skin is our largest organ, so we should do what we can to protect it. The reusable OctoVie skin care brush — made from elastomer — is an FDA-approved natural rubber that cleans, exfoliates, massages, detoxifies and gets the body’s blood flowing using pore-minimizing nubs. The brush is also hygienic and latex free and can be used dry or wet to remove dead skin cells, flush the lymph and leave your skin feeling good.
Omoge Cosmetics
omogecosmetics.com
In Blessing Mariah Gbemisola’s eyes, eyelashes are universal; any man or woman can rock them with grace. Omoge Cosmetics’ themed eyelashes have twenty-five to thirty wears on each and can last up to a year and a half with proper care. Your look isn’t complete without these bold, eye-popping accessories.
OPTX Eye Wear
1277 Hartford Ave., Johnston, 401-521-6789, optxrhodeisland.com
With expert eye wear specialists to customize your experience and find the perfect fit, you’re sure to find the perfect pair of sunnies. They showcase designer collections of sunglasses including Cartier, Tom Ford and Tiffany’s.
Panaday Takeaway
7 Parade St., Providence, 401-273-1506, facebook.com
Order authentic West Indian and Caribbean cuisine for takeout on the West Side of Providence.
Pearl Print Co.
etsy.com/shop/PearlPrintCo
Jessie Barber of South County-based Pearl Print Co. dreams up timeless, coastal-inspired stationery patterns and wraps them up in a pretty package—literally. Learn more here.
pH Factor
780 Hope St., Providence, 401-272-0020, phfactorstore.com
Ph Factor combines founder Priyadarshini Himatsingka’s eye-catching jewelry designs with unique finds inspired from her globe trotting. Gorgeous silk pillows collide with metallic leather wallets and unexpected finds like the flat Stanley-esque LED table lamp. An exclusive collection of upscale home textiles, created in India by the designer’s family, adds a touch of custom and is a nod to her roots.
Pompelmo Gelateria in Westerly. Photo by Angel Tucker.
Pompelmo Gelateria*
31 High St., Westerly, 401-348-8586, pompelmogelateria.com
*Pompelmo operates under seasonal hours and will reopen in the spring.
If someone blindfolded you and plopped you down in front of the colorful gelato case filled with eighteen-plus icy, creamy creations at Pompelmo, you’d never guess you were in Westerly. The shop uses traditional Italian methods for making gelato in flavors from classic pistachio and strawberry to coconut key lime cheesecake and Cake by the Ocean (birthday cake). Elaborate gelato cakes are often bedecked with ice cream cones, making for very happy birthdays indeed.
Lori Kettelle of PVDonuts. Photo by Alex Gagne.
Prica Farina Fresh Pasta Co.
2 Market St., Warren, 401-245-1680, pricafarina.com
The handmade fresh pasta resembles the rainbow ranging from cream, yellow and red, to green, deep purple and black. The shop serves take-home boxes filled with pounds of pillowy ricotta gnocchi, thick ribbons of bucatini and squid ink pasta, plus ravioli stuffed with ingredients including asparagus and prosciutto. Boil the pastas in salted water for just a few minutes, top with sauces and you’ll have a feast that feels like a trip to Italy. Pre-order online for quick pickup.
Professor Chef
41 Lookout Ave., North Providence, 401-749-3312, professorchef.com
Whether you’re an avid home cook, professional chef or a newbie, Professor Chef has a class for you. Learn tips, tricks and shortcuts to creating restaurant-worthy meals at home, from Dinner in Tuscany and Amazing Asian to sous vide secrets for Chateaubriand and Super Souffles. Even the most expert chefs can learn a thing or two from culinarians Phillip Griffin and Malinda Coletta, who make you transform bad habits into Michelin-star-worthy skills. Right now they are doing private classes.
PVDonuts
158 Wickenden St., Providence, pvdonuts.com
PVD is the rebellious teenager of the fried dough world: Flavors are audacious, there’s a different menu every month and it covers far-reaching ground, from towering moon pie doughnuts, to maple glazed bacon bombs and the ever-popular ’90s menu with doughnuts based on Rice Crispies Treats, Oatmeal Cream Pies, Nutter Butter, and of course, Dunkaroos.
Queen of Hearts and Modern Love
220 and 222 Westminster St., Providence, shopqueenofhearts.com, instagram.com
Fashionistas should add a new thing or two to their wardrobe every once in a while. Help them amp up their closet by getting them a Fjällräven Kånken Mini Backpack, a Free People Marci Jumpsuit or some Amano Studio Desert Moon Earrings to get them ready for the next socially-distanced gathering. Shop more vintage and handmade items at the Queen of Hearts and Modern Love stores, or check out the store’s distinctive style online.
Rhode Island Red Food Tour
270 Bellevue Ave., #355, Newport, 401-684-1110, rhodeislandredfoodtours.com
On this group walking tour in neighborhoods in Providence or Newport, you’ll sample plates from multiple restaurants while learning about the region’s history and culture. Tours provide an insider’s look into the chefs, dishes and restaurants and will leave you hungry for more.
Rhode Island Spirits
40 Bayley St., Pawtucket, 856-4111, rhodeislandspirits.com
Owners Cathy Plourde and Kara Larson founded the distillery based on a love of botanical ingredients and small farm partnerships. With backgrounds in homebrewing and foraging, the two found an intersection between their passions. The Rhodium gins, vodkas and liqueurs are the flagship spirits, but try the Rhode Island Red vodka, with flavors of tart cherries and cranberries from family bogs with a touch of hibiscus and rosemary. For the fall season, the distillery features a plum gin, blueberry vodka and spiced bourbon barreled gin. Stop by the weekend tasting room to see the spirits come to life in craft cocktails. Learn more about their recent move here.
RI Cruisin’ Cocktails
1-571-722-2153, ricruisincocktails.com
Cocktails that come to you: That’s the business plan behind RI Cruisin’ Cocktails, a mobile cocktail bar serving fancy drinks out of a retro, renovated 1961 Shasta trailer affectionately named Marigold. The longtime Providence bartender Sarah Gwizdowski from the Hot Club and the East End officially started her own business two year sago, and the trailer is roaming around Rhode Island this spring, mixing up drinks at local businesses and outdoor events.
Rising Tides Apothecary
141 Water St., Warren, 835-8191, risingtidesapothecary.com
Rising Tides channels a holistic approach to skincare, addressing mind and body needs below the surface, first and foremost. The shop offers natural ways to aid sleep, boost mindfulness and improve skin. Try a seven-day detox or go for the next big thing, LED light therapy, to improve skin’s appearance. Feeling a mental crash coming on? Owner Katie Frank is also an expert in functional mushrooms — find out what makes fungus so fabulous at her shop.
Scentique
136 Taunton Ave., East Providence, 401-328-5784, scentiqueri.com
Scentique, Rhode Island’s first candle bar and fragrance studio, allows you to create your candle from scratch and take it home the same day. Owner Kristin Smith launched the business in late 2021 and has since transformed it into the perfect girls’ night out and/or bachelorette party activity. Open by appointment only. Learn more about the candle bar here.
Sea Witch Medicinals
seawitchmedicinals.com
Brew a spot of tea (chamomile, organic chai or lemon balm) and pair it with some toast topped with honey, peanut butter, almond butter or cacao butter made by Sea Witch Medicinals, which was founded in Newport in 2014. Or sub in a THC-infused tonic in flavors like mint mojito, watermelon berry, lavender lemon and cold brew coffee instead of booze. THC- and CBD-infused balms, body butters and bath soaks are sure to boost your self-care routine.
Sew Adourian
facebook.com/sewadourianshop
With Sew Adourian, owner and crafter Judy Adourian doesn’t just make blankets, pillows and stuffed animals — she preserves memories. She takes materials like band T-shirts that have seen better days, or a deceased loved one’s old button-down shirt, and reimagines them into something customers can use and appreciate for years to come.
Simmons Farm
1942 West Main Rd., Middletown, 401-848-9910, facebook.com/simmons.farm.7
The offerings at Karla Simmons’ family farm aren’t your usual farm stand fare: In addition to fresh-picked veggies, cheese and pasture-raised meats for purchase, you’ll find friendly goats who’ll help you perfect both your downward dog and your hiking trail etiquette. The farm offers group hikes around the property with your very-own goat on a leash, or you could take part in an all-ages yoga class with adorable goats in an enclosed clover field. Or visit the petting zoo, where a dollar will get you a grain-filled “kid” cone filled with tasty vittles for your newfound four-legged friends.
Sin
1413 Westminster St., Providence, 369-8427, eatwicked.com
Sin’s sleek retail space on the West Side displays its indulgent creations. Favorites (like chocolate cupcakes with tiny red devil horns in the frosting) are listed as Vices while the weekly specials are deemed occasional Virtues. There are plenty of over-the-top creations — including occasion cakes made to order — but passing up the divine brioche roll is a sin against culinary judgment. It’s the best in town.
Soulita
229 Westminster St., Providence; 8 Midway Rd., Cranston, soulita.com
Soulita was created after founder Lexus R.S. Fernandez suffered a brain aneurysm that caused her to lose her hair and develop extremely sensitive skin. After realizing the benefits of skincare products made with botanicals, essential oils and all-natural ingredients, she started her own line of organic soaps and skincare products. You can also shop for custom kits for beard care or pregnancy skincare.
Sisters Ellen, left, and Karen Deutsch, inside their store Stewart House. Photo by Phoebe Diamond.
Stewart House
97 Hope St., Providence, 206-5252, stewarthousepvd.com
This cozy little jewel box of a store, owned by sisters Ellen and Karen, is celebrating its first anniversary of selling beautiful wares from its perch on the corner of Hope and John streets in Providence. Colorful Parisian napkins are tucked next to hobnail glassware made in the Czech Republic, while Spanish-inspired decoupage dishes share space with luscious candles hand-poured in Brooklyn. (Apotheke’s sea salt grapefruit is a guaranteed mood-booster.) It’s the perfect place for picnic necessities, luxurious pillows and throws, and wedding gifts that will double as treasured heirlooms. Learn more about the store’s opening here.
Stock Culinary Goods
756 Hope St., Providence, 401-521-0101, stockculinarygoods.com
For the passionate culinarian, not just any kitchen tool will do. Owner Jan Faust Dane curates chef-worthy goods that can’t be found in most retail shops. Need a Baking Steel for the perfect pizza crust? Or how about fancy French pastry bakeware? Stock procures it all, alongside professional knives, cutting boards and Le Creuset pots. Dane also stocks local food for purchase, including pantry items, cheeses, milk and perishable goods.
Studio Hop
810 Hope St., Providence, 401-621-2262, studiohopri.com
This beautiful local art shop has featured artwork, ceramics, pottery and jewelry from local artisans for more than twenty years on Hope Street. Owners Nina, Peter and Eli share their love for art, fine crafts and design with the community. The shop showcases the work of many local artists as well as those from around the world, including handmade designer clothing and accessories and Mid Century Modern and period furniture.
StyleWeek Northeast
Providence, styleweeknortheast.com
StyleWeek Northeast is celebrating more than ten years of runway shows featuring local and international, established and emerging designers. Recent outdoor runway shows at the Capital Grille patio in Providence did not disappoint, featuring local handbag designer Kent Stetson and the SEED student runway fashion show showcasing designs created by Lincoln School students.
Taiyaki Cafecito owner Valentina de la Cerda. Photo by Erika A. Spitznagel.
Taiyaki Cafecito
102 Dean St, Providence, 408-0766, instagram.com/cafecito_pvd
When Helado Taiyaki was set to close, former employee Valentina de la Cerda made the decision to keep her favorite ice cream shop alive by reimagining it into Taiyaki Cafecito. You can now grab a tasty, flaky and soft cubed croissant oozing with Nutella filling along with a coquito latte in the morning. Then come back at night for a rich and creamy ice cream cone with a vast variety of sweet creations. The shop is currently expanding on the Hispanic side with the addition of the cafe. Learn more about the transition here.
Photography by Grace Himmel Photography
Tall Tumbleweed
279 Bullocks Point Ave., Riverside, 903-2869, talltumbleweed.com
Amelia Olson’s earthy boutique welcomes all shapes and sizes in a space where women can feel comfortable in their own skin. She offers vintage and new styles and makes the extra effort to stock a wide range of fits, while turning her shop into a destination for hanging out, listening to music and trying on clothes just for fun.
Therapy Boutique
18 State St., Bristol, 401-895-1856, therapyboutiques.com
Tucked inside New Leaf Hair Studio, Therapy is a stop that shouldn’t be missed. Perhaps you need a pair of perfect leggings, a new summer dress or a gift for an upcoming wedding. Or maybe some new earrings that you can wear day or night — you will get that dose of retail Therapy, with some Rhode Island flair, you didn’t know you were even looking for.
Tiny Bar
377 Richmond St., Providence, instagram.com/tinybarpvd
Try this upscale outdoor cocktail bar the next night you decide to go out. Tiny Bar offers a whimsical selection of seasonal drinks topped with pear and blood orange slices inside the intimate bar, or outdoors under the tent or on the patio. It’s aesthetically pleasing with its string lights and outdoor murals installed by the Avenue Concept.
True Beauty Beads
truebeautybeads.com
Leona Eastman learned to appreciate the African tradition of wearing waist beads at a young age while helping her grandmother craft them for the women in their family. As an adult, she has continued her legacy by sharing them with the world. Made from a variety of materials like crystal, metal, glass, wood, stone or shell strung along a cotton string, these gorgeous body accessories help women embrace their inner beauty and boost their self-confidence, regardless of size, shape or skin color.
Uniquely Chic Vintage
401-400-1165, uniquelychicvintage.com
Briel Delmonaco began transforming antique furniture for fun out of her garage, hunting down Victorian couches and Hollywood sofas, and now she owns enough pieces to fill an entire warehouse. She rents out the restored furniture, as well as floral backdrops, antique dishes, décor items and more for weddings and events, while also refurbishing privately owned custom pieces.
Wald and Sea
107 Spring St., Newport, 415-847-5833, waldandsea.com
For a store that opened right in the heat of the pandemic, Wald and Sea brings a cool breeze of relief. The calm surroundings instantly put guests in a state of Zen as they walk through the doors surrounded by earthy, organic wares including ceramics, tableware, bags, paintings, candles, pillows and throws. And the good news is, with every purchase, you can bring that same light and airy vibe into your own home.
Whisk Me Away
400 Harris Ave., Unit G, Providence, whiskmeawayri.com
The weekly changing menu features cakes, desserts and pastries. See what’s baking on pastry chef Morgan Gray’s social media pages. Treats might include quick and easy cake orders that you can order on a whim through the Cake Shop, or maybe just a slice (birthday cake cheesecake, anyone?), plus lemon tarts, breakfast pastries and layered cake jars in a variety of flavors. You can also place a custom cake order with advance notice.
White Lotus Healing
331 Broadway, 3rd Floor, Providence, 401-415-0789, whitelotusspiritualhealing.setmore.com
Connect your body, mind and spirit through tarot readings, reiki healing, Integrated Energy Therapy and other services as well as workshops and training classes. The holistic approach is practiced by certified Integrated Energy Therapy master instructor and life and business coach Veronica Cintron.
Wolfe & Hound Company
etsy.com/shop/wolfeandhoundcompany
Wolfe & Hound makes small-batch, distinctive (and often vintage-inspired) bandanas and curated goods (think: upcycled toys, embroidered merit badges, homemade snacks and more) for your favorite furry companion. But arguably the coolest part is that for every bandana sold, owner Melanie Wolfe donates a bandana to a local shelter to ensure pups in need look their best while meeting their future pawrents.
