- photography by James Bixby. Heads up, all you sparkle fanatics and avid accessorizers — do we have a photo gallery for you. Feel free to covet these beautiful pieces from L. Boutique, Lotus Boutique and Juno & Jove, showcased at last weekend’s “Best of Downtown Boutiques” sale.

How can you walk on First Street without ever noticing the beautiful window displays at Juno & Jove?  Not only are they extremely creative, but they also display a fresh take on style. Olivia Bono is the owner of this eco-friendly boutique, which launched in 2006 and has since acquired amazing reviews and a local and international fan base. I love the store’s ethnic pieces and bold accessories; the hard-to-find designers bring luxury without harming Mother Earth. I caught up with Olivia this week and asked a few questions as she [...]

In honor of  Mother’s Day (May 13), we’ve come up with a list of ideas for how to celebrate the best women in our lives:   Mother’s Day Gifts Jack Recommends: Jewelry: Optional Art, 119 S. Pineapple Ave, Sarasota, FL, 34236 A small “no pressure” boutique offering unique, tasteful jewelry at reasonable prices. Staff are very friendly and service-oriented. Clothing and Spa: L. Boutique, 556 S. Pineapple Avenue, Sarasota FL, 34236 Fashionable and stylish, casual to classic, organic beauty products and spa treatments. The Dining Diva thinks that the best [...]