Blue Windows

Located in the heart of Belmont Shore, Long Beach CA, is a boutique called Blue Windows. Although it may be easy to miss and small in size, the store contains a strong fan base with extremely loyal customers. Most people would consider this boutique a "gift store", because it contains much more than just fashion apparel. Items include jewelry, cards, household products, baby items, stationary, furniture pieces, clothing, purses, and kitchen necessities. 

Did I mention they gift wrap free of charge?

If you are about to embark on the journey that is visiting Blue Windows, you must prepare yourselves for 2 things:

1. The lovely aroma that will fill your nostrils as you step inside. Due to an abundance of candles, Blue Windows has their own personal scent.
2. Cuteness overload. You thought you were creative? Think again, friends.

Before walking into the boutique, take a look at their window displays. For this Fall, you will see water colored leaves painted on scraps of book pages, posing as the backdrop behind a few mannequins. I know we're all about the DIY phase right now, but I truly believe Blue Windows secretly inspired this craze. From window creations to visual displays, everything is hand made by those who work at the boutique.

Clothing

Free People

Emu

Heather

Alternative Apparel

Jewelry
Jeanine Payer
Fruition
Melissa Joy Manning
Upper Metal Class
31 Bits

These are just some of the featured brands Blue Windows carries. Many local artists are featured at this boutique as well.

             

Jewelry may be the most purchased item at Blue Windows. Many of the pieces are customizable and extremely unique, a perfect gift for nearly everyone. And if you're a smart man, this is the place to be if you're looking to get your lady something special. The prices range from $10-$2000, so there's definitely something for everyone!

Sales are uncommon at this boutique, but they do have trunk shows and semi-annual sales throughout the year. These events allow customers to get their favorite merchandise at a discounted price.

So, have I convinced you to stop by Blue Windows the next time you're in Long Beach, CA? I wouldn't want you to miss out on a boutique as special as this one. I advise you all to shop local and support small businesses. Cheers!

This post was written by Lauren Machernis.

All photos taken by the owner, Heather Duncan & Blue Windows Sales Associate, Lauren Machernis.

Check out Blue Windows on Facebook!