We have all heard the classic tongue twister, “She sells seashells by the seashore.” Like seashells, each boutique in Avalon and Stone Harbor is unique and has a story to tell. While Terry Sullivan might have been on to something with her 1908 song, “She Sells Seashells,” we’ve added a modern twist to bring you She Shops at the Shore, featuring the best places to shop in Avalon and Stone Harbor, many of which are woman-owned. We’ve compiled a list of our favorite stores that feature clothing, accessories and beyond for all your fashion needs. You never know what you find when you walk through downtown Avalon and Stone Harbor. Flip through this article, then call your friends and hit the streets of Seven Mile Beach for a shopping experience like no other and don’t miss the upcoming August issue of Seven Mile Times where we feature our favorite stores that carry Home Décor items! Happy shopping!

Annabelle

2174 Dune Drive, Avalon | 609-368-1133

Owned by Debra Klebanoff, Annabelle is a premier women’s clothing boutique entering its seventh season in Avalon. The store carries a blend of summer-chic and classic sophistication items specially selected for Annabelle, so you can shop for anything from beach casual to special occasion. This woman’s boutique features emerging brands as well as a large selection of jewelry and other accessories. Annabelle is dedicated to customer satisfaction and creating an atmosphere of ease and enjoyment in which every customer can find something true to their personal style. Whether in need of elegant or relaxed apparel, Annabelle’s selection caters to several styles and tastes.

Closet Boutique

2509 Dune Drive, Avalon | 609-368-7400| closetboutiqueavalon.com

Selling trendy and timeless fashion, Closet Boutique – owned by Robin Anzalone and Danielle O’Hara – provides women of all ages a one-stop shop. Whether you are looking for the perfect bridal shower dress or beach cover-up, Closet Boutique offers the biggest range of merchandise. From bath and body goods to button-downs and blazers, the boutique features all your favorite fashion brands, like Roberta Roller Rabbit and Yumi Kim, and big-name products, such as COOLA sunscreen and Paddywax candles. Closet Boutique prides itself on customer satisfaction and in being the biggest closet you’ve ever shopped in!

Coco Blu Boutique

9510 Third Avenue, Stone Harbor | 609-796-5263 | cocoblu.biz

From shoes and shorts to sunglasses and other fun accessories, Coco Blu Boutique – owned by Alicia Eger – embodies casual shore chic. The easy-wear, easy-care go-to women’s boutique sells top brands for strolling around town or an evening out. With names like Charleston Shoe Company, Southwind Apparel and Chelsea Gunn, Coco Blu is the store for on-trend fashions, designer-inspired jewelry and more! The boutique has been serving the Seven Mile community for more than nine years, and the staff at Coco Blu will help style you with an honest opinion and friendly advice to make you look your best. Coco Blu has all your favorite essentials and styles so you’ll never struggle with what to wear again. You might also want to check out its Main Line location in Wayne, Pa.

Gingy’s Boutique

9718 Third Avenue, Stone Harbor | 609-961-3057 | gingys.com

Jean and Betsy Tremblay, the mother-daughter duo behind Gingy’s Boutique, have been outfitting women in colorful and trendy styles since opening Gingy’s more than a decade ago. Gingy’s offers women’s clothing, jewelry, shoes and accessories. Popular chic brands include Sail to Sable, MAHI GOLD, Crosby, Julie Brown and FIFTEEN TWENTY, to name a few. The boutique also carries its own private label of Gingy’s clothing with dresses, tops and skirts in several colorful patterns that appeal to all ages and price points. This season, Gingy’s will introduce several new styles such as the faux wrap dress and the flirty top with a sleeve. The ladies are also excited to collaborate with Sail to Sable to offer a signature Gingy’s print on Sail to Sable’s popular tunic dress.

Global Pursuit

262 96th Street, Stone Harbor | 609-368-5556
260 21st Street, Avalon | 609-830-3299
globalpursuitsh.com

With locations in Stone Harbor and Avalon, Global Pursuit is celebrating 10 years in business. The stores, which carry numerous brands for women, men and children, are owned and operated by Angela Marsh. Store managers Susie and Cati help oversee the staff members, who are knowledgeable about all the products and who want each customer to have an incredible time every time they walk through the doors. From fashion brands such as Vineyard Vines, Peter Millar and Johnnie-O, to environmentally conscious brands such as Patagonia, United By Blue and Toad&Co, Global Pursuit aims to offer a wide selection of clothing, and accessories for its customers. It also carries a huge shoe selection with brands such as Birkenstock, Vans and Jack Rogers, to name a few.

It’s All Good

2307 Dune Drive, Avalon | 609-368-0001 | itsallgoodav.com

As a family-run business for 17 years, It’s All Good on Dune Drive offers something for everyone, with sizes and styles ranging from infants to adults. Owned and operated by Will, Elaine, Corrine and Brooke Good, the store sells comfortable clothes for summers down at the shore. From Santiki ladies summer wear, Kanu swimwear for children, and men’s Avalon tees and sweatshirts to All Good eco-friendly sunscreen and Avalon blankets, shoppers can browse through a variety of goodies throughout the store. With quality merchandise at reasonable prices, It’s All Good also specializes in custom screen printing and self-manufactured Avalon tees and sweatshirts.

Jewelry Studio

250 96th Street, Stone Harbor | 609-967-4653 | lovethestudio.com

With rare gems, precious metals and designer digs in stock, Jewelry Studio, owned by the Metzler family, is one of Seven Mile Beach’s largest fine jewelry stores. A family-owned and operated business, Jewelry Studio prides itself in specializing in the unexpected. From fun and playful designs to timeless and grand picks, the business features not only its own house brand but also designers like Alwand Vahan, Charles Krypell and Denny Wong. Getting ready to say, “I Do?” The Jewelry Studio carries stunning engagement rings and wedding bands with unique styles and features for men and women. Believing in luxury with a family feel, Jewelry Studio also is a full-service watch and jewelry repair and custom design destination.

Louella

2819 Dune Drive, Avalon | 609-830-3275 | louellastyle.com/avalon

With a wide array of reasonably priced resort chic clothing and accessories, Louella – owned by Maria Delany – is the perfect shore shop for women of all ages. A business from suburban Philadelphia’s Main Line, Louella is now open for its first season on “Louella Lane” between 28th and 29th streets on Dune Drive. Featuring brands like Wooden Ships, Escapade, Tori Richard, Lisi Lerch and PowerBeads by Jen, Louella selects affordable, classy and unique merchandise. Whether you’re looking for a nautical lightweight sweater for cool summer nights or a dress to attend your next cocktail party, Louella carries it all to fit any occasion. From happy-hour shopping parties to individualized customer service, Louella strives to make women feel good about themselves.

Nesting

9504 Third Avenue, Stone Harbor | 609-368-1848 | nestingstoneharbor.com

Calling all mamas and mamas-to-be! This adorable baby and children’s boutique in Stone Harbor is your one-stop shop for clothing, accessories and gifts for the little ones. Owned and operated by Maggie Day, Nesting opened in Stone Harbor nine years ago and features hard-to-find brands such as Kissy Kissy, Lemon Loves Lime, KicKee Pants, Angel Dear, Mimi & Maggie, Pink Chicken and more. Whether you’re in need of new swimwear for the beach, an outfit for the Fourth of July, you forgot to pack pajamas, or you simply need a quick gift for the cutie in your life, Nesting carries it all. The store is open year-round and offers embroidery and personalization as well. Check out its newly launched website, nestingstoneharbor.com, for all things cute, or stroll along Third Avenue and stop by!

Serendipity Shops of Avalon

2268 Dune Drive, Avalon | 609-368-3103 | shopsofserendipity.com

The mother-daughter duo of Barbara and Nicole Beltz are entering their seventh season at the Serendipity Shops of Avalon, a fashionable boutique specializing in women’s dresses and accessories. The store offers price points for every budget and is a fun shopping experience for the entire family. Whether you browse through the extensive jewelry selection with varying styles from lady-like chic to cutting-edge cool, check out the variety of home décor and candles, or pick up something for the man in your life, this boutique has it all. New brands for 2019 include Gretchen Scott, Lulu B, Pura Vida and Salt Life. As you stroll Dune Drive, look for the colorful pink building and you’re sure to find something you didn’t know you needed at the Serendipity Shops of Avalon.

She Be Surfin’

2516 Dune Drive, Avalon | 609-967-3110
221 96th Street, Stone Harbor | 609-368-3682
shebesurfin.com

This all-girls surf boutique, opened by Colette Brogan in 2005, not only carries all your favorite surfboards and small contemporary brands that you can’t find everywhere, but also provides surfing lessons and surfboard rentals. With locations in Avalon and Stone Harbor, both stores feature a large selection of bikinis, clothing, sandals and jewelry in addition to board selections. From cute coverups and a large selection of bathing suits to fun and flirty tops and dresses, She Be Surfin’ offers a fun and casual shopping experience. Brogan and her team will teach you how to surf with private surf lessons for girls, given by girls! All ages are welcome to rent a surfboard or stand-up paddle board and hit the beach this summer with help from the team at She Be Surfin’.

Stephanie’s of Stone Harbor

9720 Third Avenue, Stone Harbor | 609-368-0600

Stephanie’s of Stone Harbor, owned by Angela and Stephen DiMuzio and their daughter, Stephanie DiMuzio Vitiello, is known for its large selection of fine art and high-quality jewelry. A family- operated business since 1984, Stephanie’s prioritizes its customers with individualized service and hand-selected merchandise. From Wallaroo woven hats to John Medeiros Jewelry to Stephanie DiMuzio Vitiello’s own artwork, the store sells accessories and pieces for the entire family. Choose a colorful statement piece or signature Stone Harbor/Avalon necklace and transform your outfit. Stephanie also offers semi-private art classes for budding artists. Stroll through Stone Harbor and stop by Stephanie’s for a unique gift or beautiful jewelry this summer.

Tiger Lily

268 21st Street, Avalon | 609-967-4300

This trendy woman’s boutique is always changing and evolving to give customers a fun experience every time they walk through the doors. Owned by Kathy Wierzbicki and Lizanne Tracy, Tiger Lily offers fun and casual clothing options, coordinating jewelry choices and beach chic accessories. Whether you are shopping for yourself or a friend, or want to schedule a shopping party, the team at Tiger Lily strives to give you a personalized experience and help you find a perfect look to make you shine. Located on 21st Street, the boutique is surrounded by neighboring retail stores and restaurants, making it the perfect stop on your shopping tour through Avalon.

The Preppy Palm

2533 Dune Drive, Avalon | 609-368-7300 | thepreppypalm.com

No matter if you’re shopping for yourself, a friend, or you’re in need of a hostess gift, The Preppy Palm offers preppy and chic clothing, colorful jewelry, and more! The store even carries a selection of clothing and accessories for the little ones, and gift items for the man in your life. Owned and operated by Rose Adelizzi, The Preppy Palm opened in Avalon 15 years ago. With a wide selection of merchandise and price points to fit every budget and five dressing rooms, The Preppy Palm is the perfect stop on your shopping tour through town. The 3,000 sq. ft. store is open year-round so you can shop local and treat yourself to something new.

The Spot

2538 Dune Drive, Avalon | 9704 Third Avenue, Stone Harbor
609-961-3849 | thespotav.com

Featuring both men’s and women’s clothing, The Spot, owned by Anne McCabe and David Markle, is a signature surf boutique now in both Avalon and Stone Harbor. The Spot sells big-name brands like Patagonia, Volcom, Faherty and Bolt. The new Stone Harbor location is offering brands new to the island such as Outerknown Women’s, the Kelly Slater brand offering sustainable, fashionable women’s clothing. The Spot is proud to be one of the few in the County to carry the brand. The boutique prioritizes customer service on a day-to-day basis, from styling advice to growing a public herb garden outside the store. From the beach to the boat to a night out on the town, you’re sure to find whatever you need.

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