Whether you're new to Boston, or know the city by heart, you'll notice a variety of new stores popping up on the notorious Newbury Street. These trendy new shops have to be shared.
Forever 21
343 Newbury St.
www.forever21.com
Forever 21, the stylish and low-budget fashion and accessories store will be opening its doors soon at 343 Newbury St. (right near Urban Outfitters and Starbucks). The first Boston store will be a whopping 24,000 sq. ft. with four levels of cheap and chic clothing.
You'll fall in love with the glossy white marble floors, the modern French-inspired décor and the fashion bargains ripe for the picking.
If the thought of four floors overflowing with finds seems like too much to handle, check out their website (www.forever21.com) before heading to the store for helpful features on "fabulous finds," daily deals, and a shop by outfit option.
The grand opening date will be sometime in the late fall and, as a friendly tip, the store is currently hiring.
Pinkberry Frozen Yogurt
288 Newbury St.
www.pinkberry.com
Originally, Pinkberry's Frozen Yogurt stores were exclusive to trendy Los Angeles residents, with frequent celebrity sightings. Similar to Red Mango Frozen Yogurt located near Northeastern University, Pinkberry's tart frozen yogurt has been a hit for the past five years in both Los Angeles and New York.
Now the chain will open its first ultra-modern and whimsical store near Espresso Royale Café on Newbury Street in the late fall.
Pinkberry offers a limited variety of flavors including original, green tea, and coffee, as well as seasonal flavors including pomegranate, watermelon, mango, and chocolate. You can pair these low-calorie frozen treats with delicious toppings such as fruit, cereal, or sweets.
You can also pick up a freshly blended smoothie or made-to-order fresh fruit bowl, with your choice of fruit.
Sweet Cupcakes
225 Newbury St.
www.sweetcupcakes.com
Enter the world of Sweet Cupcakes; a princess dream with a whimsical, and delightful atmosphere, perfect for savoring chic treats including cupcakes and cakes.
Chocoholics will love their dark chocolate cupcake baked with Dutch cocoa, or the Bostonian favorite cream pie topped with chocolate ganache.
For a taste of southern comfort in the heart of New England, there's a red velvet cupcake with what they call the "classic red shocking hue."
Believe it or not, they also make 'pupcakes,' a combination of oatmeal and applesauce for your canine companion.
Sweet Cupcakes will open its third Boston store on Newbury Street. Hit the dessert hot spot with friends for an afternoon getaway or post-dinner for a late night sweet treat.
AllSaints Spitalfields
122 Newbury St.
www.allsaints.com
If you've passed by Newbury Street lately, you've probably noticed a store with what seems like thousands of antique sewing machines in the window. As part of its urban, industrial brand, AllSaints has opened a beautiful large factory-inspired store on Newbury St.
AllSaints Spitalfields, a fashion and accessories store for both men and women, provides the appropriate mix between urban edge and feminine designs.
AllSaints will offer everything from graphic t-shirts to leather jackets and tailored trousers, with shoes, scarves, sunglasses, and hats thrown in also. The fusion of grunge-meets-tailored creates a simultaneously trendy and classic look. The store will also offer a selection of vintage clothes for men and women, as well as homeware and children's clothing.
Papa Razzi
159 Newbury St.
www.paparazzitrattoria.com
Papa Razzi, the glamorous and elegant Italian restaurant, is not necessarily new to Newbury area, but will be relocating from its Dartmouth St. residence.
Papa Razzi will soon be set in a much larger space where restaurant Bouchée was once located.
The restaurant will feature dishes such as gamberi alla brace, grilled butterflied gulf shrimp rubbed with Italian herbs, or their porcini tortelloni, large porcini mushroom filled pasta in a rich wild mushroom and tomato sauce.
"It's an opportunity for us to bring Papa Razzi into a fresh new environment," said Amy Daniels, spokeswoman for the Back Bay Area Restaurant Group.
According to its website, the restaurant's philosophy is "embodied in providing guests with delicious Italian food set in a cozy and comfortable atmosphere."
Papa Razzi will close its Dartmouth Street doors on September 16 and reopen on Newbury Street on September 20.
Your Best Bets
Don't have the time to browse all of these new stores? Here are the best products you can find at each place, be it cupcake or cashmere.
Forever 21
Express your pride with the Boston studded pullover when looking for a new comfy sweater. Or go for a large embellishment necklace, which looks straight out of the J. Crew catalog, but for a quarter of the price.
Pinkberry
The seasonal pomegranate flavor is a rare find; pair it with some rich shaved chocolate or coconut for a delightful little dish. If you want a bit more fun, try the mango yogurt with some Fruity Pebbles; it'll make you feel young at heart.
Sweet Cupcakes
Take advantage of their limited-time fall menu (available through November) by indulging in either the pumpkin pie or molasses ginger cupcakes. When the holidays come around and you can enjoy buttermilk pancake and candy cane flavors.
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