Patch Picks: Boutiques in Bed-Stuy

Each week, Bed-Stuy Patch highlights the freshest, the newest, the tastiest, the most interesting subjects in the neighborhood.

This week, “Patch Picks” is encouraging you to shop local. Support the family-owned businesses around the corner from you that you see all the time, but rarely think to patronize. Maybe you won't walk out with a bag full of clothes. But you may see a pair of earrings, discover a new perfume or luck up on a cute pair of skinny jeans that will make your day!

1. Omar's Boutique, 1237 Fulton Street 718-230-5426

Omar's Boutique is a large clothing store located on Fulton Street. This store sells both women and men's apparel such as jackets, coats, shirts, blouses, jeans and accessories such as belts and handbags.  Hours: Mon - Sat, 10am - 7pm; Sat, 11am - 5pm

2. The Little Red Boutique, 374 Lewis Ave.

An Upscale Women's Fashion Boutique serving the Bedford-Stuyvesant  neighborhood since 2005. Discover YOUR Fashion Persona at The Little Red Boutique. "A Woman's Wardrobe Is Never Complete If YOU Don't Shop At The Little Red Boutique."

3. Not Just Vintage, 1260 Bedford Avenue  (347) 240-5070 ‎

Says one patron: "I love Not Just Vintage! ... The selection is fresh. The jewelry collection is plentiful and reasonably priced, and the clutch/purse selection is most impressive. The space is colorful, funky and inviting. I enjoy stopping in often, afterwork especially, to peruse ..."‎ ‎

4. Sawyer Boutique, 1947 Fulton Street 718-771-8200

This boutique custom-designs all men and women's clothing! They specialize in women of all sizes. And they also custom design patterns! They guarantee your satisfaction.

5. Lovey's, 377 Marcus Garvey Boulevard

Making the jump from relationship expert to small business owner may seem like a huge career change for some. But for Tionna Smalls, co-star of "What Chili Wants," it's one in the same. The Brooklyn native launched an accessories boutique for women in Bed-Stuy called Lovey's. The boutique features a wide range of high-end and affordable jewelry, handbags and gifts.