Friday, July 23, 2010

Where to go shopping in Atlanta by Amanda Burdge

South of Market
After a quick couple of hours inside of Market, and Dayka's second tutorial of day two, how-to's, I was privileged to a VIP tour of Atlanta's finest shopping venues. Our first stop was a marvelous little spot, South of Market. Located on Peachtree, (isn't everything! If you haven't been to Atlanta EVERYTHING is on some form of a Peachtree.)

South of Market
What I loved the most about this store is the sizes. It suited the AB HOME ideal and philosophy, GO BIG, OR GO HOME! The scale of all their furnishings and accessories were over the top, and well displayed. Large accessories are dramatic, and make a statement, and this store was just that, dramatic!

South of Market
In true Atlanta style, most of the furnishings were upholstered in beautiful linens, adorned with nail heads, and finished off with small, but distinct details.
South of Market
This photo above was by far my favorite. With all of AB HOME's favorites, simple and clean, large furnishings and accessories, no clutter and ORANGE (my favorite)!!

Armour and Co

After South of Market we headed over to another lovely store called Armour and company, located on N. Highland. Dayka and I had a lovely conversation with Jamie the owner, and I was surprised to find out that she isn't a designer. She wanted a retail store, and loved furniture, so it just seemed a good fit. Wow! Her stored is meticulously pulled together, and arranged like a pro!
Armour and Co
She had several wonderful pieces and a great mix of collected things. And again, in true Atlanta fashion, many pieces had linen, washed wood, and clean accessories. Jamey was a delight to talk to, so if you are in the Atlanta area, I highly recommend you stop by to say hello!

Armour and Co

Dayka and I went a few more places and then decided to get a bite to eat at an awesome little place called PURE. Also on N. Highland Ave, this little Taqueria will quench your thirst, and indulge your appetite!


Pure Taqueria 



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25 comments:

  1. I love that tree root. If only I could find one that wasn't so expensive.

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  2. Great showcases. Makes me wish I was closer.

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  3. the pics from your phone are so good-wow. reason 1,215 why i need an iphone. fyi-i also found the person who does the work (upholstery/lampshades/pillows) for SOM!

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  4. Great. Lovely stuff, love decor

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  5. Thank you for stopping by my blog and leaving a comment! Yours is beautiful!
    Kristin

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  6. These stores look fabulous!! I wish we had stores like these here in Ottawa. We're seriously lacking in the home decor store department.

    Love everything in the bedroom vignette at Armour and Co :-)

    Thanks for the turquoise support!!

    Kelly

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  7. Amanda: Great tour, and weren't you lucky to get out of the Mart to look around! REally nice finds here: maybe next winter I can go and see...Armour & Co. looks really interesting...thanks!

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  8. thank you so much for your comment on my last post.
    I'm still floatin' along!! :)
    (I'm loving that bedroom set up at in the Armour & Co. pic. Thanks for posting!)

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  9. Armour & Company....WOW. Beautiful shop as is South of Market. Love the oversized accessories and the orange :)

    cheers
    Susan

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  10. Ooh, these places look amazing! I will definitely be checking these shops out the next time I'm in Atlanta!! :)

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  11. your blog is absolutely gorgeous! if i'm ever in TN i will for sure be stopping by!! it's 100% lovely!

    http://www.allisterbee.blogspot.com

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  12. Love this! And especially love all the flowing feminine touches everywhere! Have a lovely weekend!

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  13. Now, i'm just going to have to pack up and move to the Atl! I love the stores that you showcased and love your blog!

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  14. Oh man, we are so deprived in this town!

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  15. What a fabulous coffee table in that first photo. (It is a coffee table?)

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  16. Oh, wow! I grew up in Atlanta, and my parents still live there, clearly I am going to have to check these out next time we visit! XO!

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  17. Armour and Co. looks right up my ally! Great photos!

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  18. thanks for commenting on my blog. your blog is great and features so many wonderful tips!

    hope you got to bypass the bad weather on your florida trip. you'll find that it will rain for 15 minutes, then stop for 20, then rain again for another 15.

    http://cherylclarke.blogspot.com

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  19. oh and i follow your blog; hope you will follow mine too.

    http://cherylclarke.blogspot.com

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  20. I love the first pic - that table is amazing!

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  21. Wonderful. I think Armour and Co is my fave!
    Sadly, I have only ever passed through Atlanta's airport...

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  22. Found your blog through Maria Killam's Blog. And I live in Atlanta. The best thing about Atlanta is that we are an emerging market. Unlike New York or San Fran or the Magnificent Mile in Chi town, Atlanta has this terrific art community that is bubbling, and we, as a city, are small enough and have that Southern hospitality thing goin' on.

    Thanks for writing about our beautiful city,
    Beverly Mau

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  23. I see like 12 things I want in each of those photos, including the chips!

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  24. SOM is an Atlanta treasure trove. So great that Dayka took you on a tour. She's a real sweetheart.

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