Different Regard is a clothing store specializing in ready-to-wear and bespoke fashion for the modern man and woman. Opened in 2010 by stylists Steven White and Dominick Davis, the store provides affordable, tailored and luxurious garments to everyone from all walks of life. Book an appointment for custom design services and garment fittings to ensure you are dressed to impress. Wardrobe a fashion disaster? Different Regard’s stylists will assist you with finding a style that works best for you.

Stop by Pandora’s Box Boutique if you’re seeking the latest trends in women’s jewelry, gifts and accessories – all with a fun and funky sense of humor. Surprise your bestie with the “Your House Smells Like Dogs” candle or crack up at the wide selection of oven mitts featuring saying such as “I’ve Got a Knife” and “Oops, I’m Drunk.” The store also sells home fragrances, pet toys and more. It’s the perfect place to browse for an afternoon of laughs.

If you love comfortable bedding, don’t skip a trip to Phina’s Fine Linens while exploring Federal Hill. This luxury bedding boutique is open Thursday through Saturday and ensures a wonderful night’s sleep thanks to its fine European duvet covers, sheets, shams and pillowcases. Whether it’s tailor-made embroidered bedding from Tuscany or luminous styles from France, prepare to sleep in style.

If you journal, Paper Herald is the stationary store of your dreams. Inspired by the owners’ travels overseas, you’ll find a vast selection of stationery and notebooks beyond the classic Moleskins. From notebooks designed to look like passports to unique paper featuring floral prints, this one-of-a-kind shop is not one to miss. Don’t miss one of the store’s exciting events, like meet-ups with the Baltimore Pen Club.

The next time you need to sage your house from bad vibes, head to Everyone’s Place African Cultural Center. Serving Baltimore for over forty years, this independent bookstore is family owned and sells many products beyond books, such as stones, crystals, candles, incense and oils. You’ll also find fabric, jewelry and clothing representing the broad spectrum of African cultures. Keep an eye out for the art on display that celebrates the talents of Baltimore’s BIPOC artists.

Expect to be dressed to the nines at Keepers Vintage, a woman-owned business focusing on vintage and sustainable fashion. Born from the mind of Erica Bentley, the shop offers a vast selection of vintage clothing and accessories that are handpicked just for you. Awarded Best Vintage Baltimore, this establishment believes in connecting with the community and protecting the environment. From tunics straight out of the 70s to high-waisted trousers from the 80s, this place is a blast from the past.

Selling both online and at their boutique storefront in Charles Village, NuLanguage believes clothing is the ultimate form of self-expression and political influence. After their “Black America” cap took off in 2016, the brand has expanded to offer a full line of outwear, from tees to hats, socks and sweatpants. From edgy designs that combine different fabrics, patterns and colorful messaging, this clothing shop makes a statement.

Inspired by her mother’s 40 years of journaling, owner Alisa L. Brock opened the Drama MaMa Bookshop to inspire and create custom-made journals for writers seeking a place to hold their goals, hopes and dreams. Featuring an impressive selection of covers and stationery, this bookstore offers bookbinding workshops on Thursdays and Fridays, and you can purchase pens, stationery and notebooks online.