Started in 1954 in Italy, La Perla has expanded into many of the world's most famous neighborhoods, including the Back Bay. This boutique sells Italian lingerie and sleepwear. The store's luxury items are made of hand-made lace and silk. La Perla offers two sales per year, during which the floor becomes a whirlwind of bargain-hunting women (and men buying for women).
The Red Wagon is a children's boutique. It offers an array of merchandise, including apparel, shoes, toys and books, for children of all ages. The store offers a customized "welcome wagon" that can be created to fit any budget. Clothing brands include Catimini, Wes & Willy, Joule, Kit & Lili and Tea. Featured toy brands include Melissa & Doug, Kid Galaxy, Manhattan Baby and Crocodile Creek. Red Wagon also hosts a story time and various in-store events.
Crush Boutique offers a wide selection of women's jeans, dresses, sweaters, footwear and accessories from leading designers such as Akiko, Chelsea Flower, Glam LA, Madison Marcus and Rory Beca. Private shopping appointments are offered.
Club Cafe is a restaurant, cabaret and dance club. Patrons enjoy American cuisine for lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch, a full bar and music, dance, trivia and karaoke events.
In our age of Taylorism, mass-production and impersonality, Simon Pearce stands out as a bulwark of old-school craftsmanship. Educated first in his parents' pottery studio, and later in the Royal College of Art in London, Simon Pearce and the artisans in his employ are absolutely committed to a now (sadly) all-too-rare attitude towards labor: they combine art with utility, form with function, to create beautiful, durable and unique pieces, meant to last a lifetime (and more). All their products are lovingly hand-made in Vermont. Their Back Bay location boasts high ceilings, wood floors, plenty of natural light and an accommodating, eager-to-please staff. Whatever you buy here, be it for yourself or a friend, is sure to become a treasured family heirloom.
Allen Edmonds is the premier shoe store in the Back Bay. The shoe quality is unmatched and they have staying power. The staff is exceptionally friendly and helpful, making for a great shopping experience. For a true gentleman's shoe, every man will want to step into a pair of Allen Edmonds.