Fort Worth’s Favorite Shopping Destinations
Where do you go in Fort Worth for the best recommendations? I’m talking about the tried-and-true, first-rate, absolutely correct recommendations that you and, more importantly, your family can trust.
Tanglewood Moms, of course!
From plumbers to pediatricians, arborists to accountants, the ladies of the Tanglewood Moms group on Facebook know the best person, place, or thing for the job in Fort Worth. So naturally, they knew the best boutiques in town when we asked for their recommendations!
Color Game
4725 Camp Bowie Boulevard
It’s hard to look chic on game day, y’all. Fan apparel, while, um, exuberant, is not usually fashion-conscious or even particularly feminine. Erica Bracken understands. As the founder of Color Game, she knows you want to wear something other than an oversized jersey to support your team. Color Game carries a wide assortment of clothing and accessories that are a la mode in the colors of your favorite team. Are you looking for a baby doll dress in burnt orange? A cami in cardinal? A puff sleeve top in purple? Color Game has you covered. (They also carry clothing for non-game days.)
The Mercantile
7200 Camp Bowie Boulevard (on the traffic circle)
Since 2007, The Mercantile on Camp Bowie has offered Fort Worthians a place to shop for antiques, fashion, home décor, and furniture from a wide variety of vendors before indulging in a tasty lunch or decadent high tea in the Rose Garden Tea Room. A “mercantile” was another word for a general store, and The Mercantile lives up to its name. The vendors in the 200+ booths have an astonishing variety of offerings. No matter what you’re looking for, you will find it (and about 25 other things!) at The Mercantile.
The FORT TX
Located in The Market Ridglea
3400 Bernie Anderson Avenue
Do you love Fort Worth? Do you want to support local designers and makers? So do the folks at The FORT. Owner Jennifer McKnight curates an outstanding collection of apparel, fashion accessories, and home décor featuring their own designs and collaborations between local creatives and entrepreneurs, all inspired by Texas in general and Fort Worth in particular. The inventory is constantly changing, so check in often to see new items!
Alana Kay Art
www.alanakayart.com
Alana Kay Latiolais loves color. I mean, she REALLY loves color. She truly believes in the power of color; she knows that color can empower people and inspire joy. As a resin artist, she creates bold paintings that turn heads. She also digitally transforms her art into fashion, accessories, and home décor. And in May of 2024, Alana Kay launched her collection on HSN, othrwīs by Alana Kay, which brings her wearable art to the world.
Morgan Mercantile
121 South Main Street
Chance Morgan and his wife Kala are passionate about Panther City. They produce some of Fort Worth’s most creative custom-printed goods and merchandise. Starting their business in 2015, the Morgans opened their brick-and-mortar retail location in the Near Southside in 2019. Their in-house label, Panther City Provisions, is now seen on some of Fort Worth’s most influential influencers. Chance and Kala’s eye for design has elevated Morgan Mercantile from a simple print and promo company to a company that reflects the creative vibe of Funkytown.
P.S. the Letter
2100 Hulen Street
P.S. the Letter is all about bringing people together to celebrate. Whether you need a gift for a girlfriend’s baby shower or stationery for your wedding thank-you notes, P.S. the Letter has you covered. They have a fantastic selection of beautiful china, crystal, silver, and home décor that will be sure to make the recipient happy. The ladies of P.S. the Letter will guide you in choosing the perfect gift and stationery for any situation.
Monkee’s of Fort Worth
5234 Marathon Avenue
Franchise owner and Texas native Harriet McKinney has created a fun boutique full of carefully curated designer fashions. Monkee’s of Fort Worth offers upscale shoes, clothing, and accessories in a fun environment. You will find that shopping at Monkee’s of Fort Worth is a highly personalized experience. In fact, after shopping at Monkee’s, you very well might need a bigger closet.
Local Design Studio
3610 West Vickery Boulevard
In 2017, the owners of Lila and Hayes, Paige Casey and Amanda Galati, founded Local Design Studios with one mission in mind – to offer office space and warehouse space, as well as a storefront for women-owned businesses in Fort Worth. Fast forward to 2024, and Local Designs Studios is the home to six businesses: Kori Green Designs, Clearly Handbags, The Bow Next Door, Fort 52, RM Rynd Interiors, C&B Furs, CITY Boots, and, of course, Lila and Hayes. The showroom is open on Wednesdays from 10 am to 3 pm or by appointment.
You Are Here
4804 Camp Bowie Boulevard
Don’t all the best ideas start on a cocktail napkin? Anne Walker Miller and Joanna Bennett, the owners of You Are Here, think so. From an idea on a cocktail napkin to a pop-up store to a brick-and-mortar boutique, You Are Here has everything from the most comfortable jeans you will ever own to jewelry that is destined to become an heirloom. But the best part about shopping at You Are Here is that Joanna and Anne will make you feel like a long-lost friend the minute you step inside.
Wright at Home
5277 Monahans Avenue in the Shops at Clearfork
Owner Adrian Wright knows what his customers want. While the store’s name is a play on his name, Wright wants every person who walks into his store to feel right at home. After almost 20 years on Camp Bowie Boulevard, Wright at Home moved to the Shops at Clearfork in 2020, but it still offers the same carefully selected collection of gifts and home accessories, as well as Wright’s personalized design services.
Chieffalo Americana
4698 Camp Bowie Boulevard
While TCU alumnus Rodger Chieffalo made his name in real estate, he found his joy when he turned his hobby into a business. Nearly 20 years ago, Chieffalo started finding and restoring vintage Western hats. As his passion grew and people discovered his Chieffalo Americana hats, Rodger and his wife Jackie opened a Western accessories shop on the bricks of Camp Bowie. In fact, it was the store that brought them together! From vintage hats, scarves, belt buckles, and cufflinks to retro-styled sunglasses, designer clothing, and jewelry, Chieffalo Americana fits Fort Worth to a T!
Carter Bowden Antiques
4003 Camp Bowie Boulevard
I must admit that I love a good antique. So does Carter Bowden. He has an eye for antique art, home furnishings, and décor. The items in his shop on Camp Bowie can range from vintage Talavera pottery from Mexico to antique Steuben crystal to works by Texas artists. No matter what you are looking for, I will guarantee that you will find it (and lots more) at Carter Bowden Antiques.
Beehive
Fort Worth: 4808 Camp Bowie Boulevard
Austin: 3300 Bee Caves Road
Beehive owner Claire Craig started Beehive in Austin when she was only 25 years old. She wanted to create a boutique full of unique statement pieces, a cool and relaxed vibe, and colors and patterns to make you smile. Both the Beehive Austin and the Beehive Fort Worth cater to women who like their clothing and accessories to be high-end with just a touch (or maybe more than a touch) of wacky. Claire believes that you will leave her boutiques inspired to live life just a little funkier and a whole lot brighter.
Simple Things Furniture Company
7401 West Vickery Boulevard
Since 1997, Simple Things has been Fort Worth’s go-to for furniture and antiques furnishings. They are serious about chairs. And sofas. And bedding. And it works. And that incredible repurposed industrial light that will look amazing over the antique table with the gorgeous vintage place settings. (I’m no longer allowed in Simple Things by myself.) But if you’re looking for unique, high-quality pieces that are destined to become family heirlooms, look no further.
THREE Fort Worth
3460 Bluebonnet Circle
Named in honor of owner Kristi Parker’s three daughters, THREE provides local fashionistas with unique-yet-on-trend clothing and accessories at an affordable price point. Located on Bluebonnet Circle and beloved by local students, THREE is the place to find the absolutely perfect outfit, complete with the absolutely perfect accessories, for whatever occasion may arise without breaking the bank.
Casa Bella Décor
1617 Park Place Avenue
Casa Bella believes that furnishings and décor should be affordable, comfortable, and functional while reflecting your individual style. If you don’t love a piece, it doesn’t matter how comfortable it is or how affordable it may be. The designers at Casa Bella take the time to get to know you so that together, you can create a home that is stylish and that you can live in with ease. And because Casa Bella believes that shopping should be convenient, they offer in-person and online shopping options. No matter which method of shopping you choose, you will find just what you’re looking for at Casa Bella Décor.