Contributor: Jamie Richardson
Irish-based retail giant, Primark, known for its trendy yet affordable fashion, is making its North Carolina debut on Nov 16th.
Attention, fashion enthusiasts and bargain hunters in Cabarrus County! The much-anticipated Primark grand opening at Concord Mills Mall is set to take place this Thursday, Nov 16th with a wave of excitement, giveaways, and exclusive events that extend to Saturday, Nov 18th as well.
Grand Opening Festivities at Concord Mills
Doors open at 11am and if you’re an early bird, there’s a Special Giveaway waiting just for y…
Contributor: Jamie Richardson
The owner of Adair Style Studio, a contemporary boutique, has embarked on a distinctive journey to define her fashion business on her own terms.
Adair (Concord)
📍 6185 Bayfield Parkway, Concord, NC 28027
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Adair Style Studio has been outfitting fashion enthusiasts for over a decade with its collection of formal and casual apparel, accessories, gifts, and home accents. Founded by the talented and passionate Sydney Falls, a UNC Charlotte alum, this contemporary boutique has a unique and heartwarming story th…
Contributor: Jamie Richardson
Barrier Farms renovates General Store, expanding its farming footprint in Mount Pleasant.
📍 Mount Pleasant
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Barrier Farms, a fourth-generation family-run farm located in Mount Pleasant, stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of family farming and a shared love for agriculture.
They provide the community with the finest pasture-raised meats and GMO-free grains at affordable prices.
The history of Barrier Farms dates to 1880 when the Barrier family first sowed the seeds of this…
The true beginning for Ellis Jewelers actually started in Downtown Gastonia amid the tumultuous times of the 1940s recession when Dan Levinson’s grandfather opened the family’s first jewelry store. This cherished establishment would go on to define an era and continue its legacy through the generations.
📍 Concord (Downtown) | 29 Union St S, Concord, NC 28025
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Ellis, Dan’s father, worked at his father’s Gastonia store during his college years. He graduated from Chapel Hill in 1950 and then served in the army for two years during the Korean War. Up…
Downtown Concord “Jewel” of a shop’s “memory bead” service is highlighted in the September issue.
📍 Concord (Downtown Concord) | 1 Union St N, Concord, NC 28025
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The Bead Lady is a full-service bead shop located in Downtown Concord, but they are also so much more! Owners Kathleen and Justin Reeder have been helping the local community make meaningful jewelry for over 20 years both locally and all over the country.
The Reeder’s 14-step “memory bead” making process is the highlight of the Our State article, where they repurpose flowers from wedd…
Contributor: Jamie Richardson
Sweetest Beginnings, a custom-curated gift shop, is moving from its “tiny shop” to “the big shop,” in the heart of the West Avenue District.
📍 Kannapolis (Downtown) 135 W A St, Kannapolis, NC 28081
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Sweetest Beginnings has come a long way since its inception in 2007 when owner Susan McRae discovered her talent and love for stationery design. What started as a project born while waiting on the arrival of twins has now blossomed into a thriving business.
Initially, Susan operated from her home, perfecting…
Contributor: Jamie Richardson
Lovely Lines, a women’s clothing store specializing in curvy styles with sizes Large to 3X, was born out of the belief that every woman deserves to feel good when she goes shopping.
Frustrated with the limited options available for curvy women, best friends Jessica and Erica envisioned a store where women who became stressed out and didn’t enjoy shopping due to limited options could find fashionable attire and enjoy their shopping experience. From their conversation, Lovely Lines was born!
The shop started as an online store in 2017 before quic…
Contributor: Jamie Richardson
As many of you know, Downtown Concord is undergoing a significant transformation. The city has embarked on an ambitious project to revamp the Downtown Streetscape, which promises to transform the area into a more pedestrian-friendly and visually appealing space. While the construction may cause some temporary inconvenience, it is important for the community to continue to support local businesses during this time.
The Downtown Development team is partnering with downtown businesses to create events such as “Christmas in July” to encourage communit…
