The Business End

Briosa Boutique: This New Shop Opens at a Familiar Location

Former GC Boutique managers reward their customers' loyalty with their latest retail clothing venture.

As a former manager of GC Boutique, Gloria Ursich was overwhelmed by the customer response to the news that GC Boutique would suddenly close its doors this past April. "They kept asking, 'Are you going to reopen?' and saying 'You have to do something!' The support was just wonderful," Ursich said. But in April, the idea of opening her own boutique was just a dream and not something she'd really thought seriously about. Yet with customers continuing to encourage her and the other store manager, Debbie Bell, to open their own shop, Ursich--as well as her customers--thought the time might be right to pursue a business venture. She and Bell got together with Rae Vegetabile, who managed Girlfriend's Closet (the first evolution of GC Boutique) …

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Five Boutiques to Shop in the Lincoln-Way Area: Patch Picks

We spotlight a collection local stores to check out when it comes to clothes, accessories and household decor.

With the spring months closing in, now is a good time to start thinking about adding some warm weather outfits to your wardrobe. And while you're at it, why not add some accessories and home accent items to the list? A fashion update doesn't mean a trip to the mall, not with a variety of shops to check out in the Lincoln-Way area. Here's a quick list to get you started.  Fringe Boutique, 20529 South LaGrange Road, Frankfort Looking to add a little flair to your wardrobe? Fringe Boutique offers a wide selection of upscale and trend-setting styles for girls and women. Check out the store's Facebook page for photo galleries that show off what's available as well as glimpses of past fashion shows.  My Sisters and Me Boutique, 1 North White St…

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