Shelves of sleek Jorge Revilla jewelry (rhodium set with ebony wood, iridescent nacre, and semi-precious gemstones) and everything you’ll need to look resort chic: swimsuits by Andres Sarda and embellished salwars for covering; Gloria Hernandez hats; an extensive collection of sandals and beach bags and menswear by Bonachelo.
Find anything but the ordinary at this home design store: uncommon light fixtures, objects d’art, and contemporary furnishings from leading European designers. Architectural and design services offer advice on how to create living spaces where art is the focus. (Photos: Jonathan Prime)
La Tienda is as much a gift shop as it is a showroom for the Altos de Chavón Cultural Center Foundation. Local artisans attending craft workshops offered by the foundation create the diverse collection of ceramic, silk-screen, and tapestry products on display. Jewelry that would easily be at home in an archaeological museum display case, or [...]
Even the little ones can be resort fabulous with the help of this tiny boutique chock full of cutesy bikinis and matching pareos, beaded slippers for even the tiniest feet, and glamour gal sunglasses. The eclectic merchandise also includes gear for boys, toys, as well basic baby items you might have forgotten back home.
The La Romana outpost of this Dominican institution, women have long relied on this boutique to supply them with beautifully handcrafted leather handbags and accessories in an assortment of styles and colors. La Coleccion for men also includes belts and briefcases. A line of agendas, notebook pads, and wallets make special unique gifts.
Designer William Everett's sense of adventure led him to the Dominican Republic in the early 1970s where he fell in love with the beautiful Caribbean island, its' people, culture, and unique treasures. In 1976 William and wife Rosemary began creating an original collection of fine jewelry, emphasizing the beauty of the native Dominican Amber and the [...]
Everything on display in this eye-catching shop is the result of a cooperative effort by the local artisan community and one woman who had the guts to start it when Las Terrenas was barely a blip on the tourist radar. Attractive, one-of-a-kind necklaces, belts, bracelets and earrings are fashioned from natural materials such as coconut, fruit [...]
This tiny boutique inside a shopping plaza is chock full of extraordinary handmade gifts like mahogany plate chargers hand-painted with graceful tropical scenes. Refurbisjed kerosene lamps receive a fresh old look via a creative patina finish; a collection of wooden toy horses make a special keepsake for young ones. Unique t-shirts and jewelry made from natural [...]
Browse the works of some of the most prolific artists to emerge from Haiti (the independent nation occupying the western half of Hispaniola) in contemporary history, i.e., Prospere Pierre-Louis, Dieudonne Rouanez and Prefete Duffaut as well as notable new painters creating a buzz on the international art scene. Former long-time resident of Haiti, the proprietor and [...]
The ready-to-wear fashions by this popular French franchise aim to make every woman look like a runway model. Seasonal collections include fashionably classic pieces for the career woman to more softer, feminine creations. (Photo’s: Stephan Mallet)