Best of Virginia Winners
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Agee’s Bicycle Company
The newest trend to hit Agee’s Bicycle Company in Midlothian is the electric assist bike. Perfect for commuters, these bikes use batteries to amplify cyclists’ pedaling power. The shop, which opened as a general-purpose repair shop in 1910 and is now in its third generation of family operation, carries both Trek and Electra brands.
3rd
Blue Ridge Cyclery
2nd
Carytown Bicycle Co.
2nd
Annalise Bridal Boutique
3rd
Ava Laurenne Bride
1st
Tiffanys Bridal
One of the newest collections at Tiffanys Bridal Boutique, which celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2019, is Essence of Australia, known for its custom laces made with silk. Sharon Townsend, owner since 2007, shares two granddaughters with business partner Carolyn Simons (Townsend’s daughter married Simons’ son). Nine-year-old Grace and 2 ½-year-old Lilly now model for the shop.
3rd
Bass Pro Shops
2nd
Dick’s Sporting Goods
1st
Green Top Sporting Goods
In October, Green Top celebrated its 70th anniversary with a two-day outdoor expo. Vendors such as Carhartt, Yeti and Smith & Wesson set up on site so the more than 16,000 customers in attendance could try new products and talk with representatives. Events included fishing rod casting, archery and cooking demonstrations.
3rd
Bowen Jewelry Company
1st
Carreras Jewelers
Specializing in one-of-a-kind estate jewelry, Carreras Jewelers also focuses on education for its employees, recently certifying three registered jewelers and two gemologist appraisers through the American Gem Society. The shop, opened by William Carreras and now run by his wife Regina, celebrated its 50th anniversary in November 2017.
2nd
Ulman’s Jewelry
1st
Buckingham Antique Mall
Recent finds at the Buckingham Antique Mall include Civil War Confederate State bank notes and a Victorian-era brooch featuring 5 ½ carats of diamonds. The mall, comprising 35 dealers, specializes in period antiques dating to the late 1700s, including military memorabilia from the Civil War and World Wars I and II, as well as vintage jewelry from the pre-Victorian through mid-century modern eras.
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Sheppard Street Antiques
2nd
West End Antiques Mall
3rd
Carytown
1st
Short Pump Town Center
Short Pump Town Center is home to more than 140 stores and restaurants. Highlights include Kate Spade, Madewell, Free People and LUSH, with Anthropologie due to open this summer. The open-air shopping model is ideal for sunny spring days as well as more wintry ones when the center makess the atmosphere festive with Christmas lights.
2nd
Stony Point Fashion Park
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Chop Suey Books
The latest effort by the 16-year-old Carytown bookshop to support local authors is a collaboration with graffiti artist Mickael Broth on a book about murals in Richmond, set to publish later this year or early 2019. Broth is a co-founder of Welcoming Walls, a project to bring large-scale public art to the city of Richmond.
2nd
Fountain Bookstore
3rd
Givens Books
2nd
Clementine
1st
Next Time Consignment
With new stock arriving everyday, you can check out the latest inventory on the shop’s Facebook page. Next Time Consignment specializes in luxury furniture and home décor, but also carries designer handbags and a new line of chalk paint from Dixie Belle with a selection of more than 50 colors.
3rd
The Hall Tree
1st
Coleman Brothers
The family owned and operated business has provided special occasion flowers to Virginians for more than 45 years. The florist offers same day delivery and has partnered with other businesses to offer gifts such as chocolate-covered strawberries and fresh fruit baskets in addition to providing design services for weddings.
2nd
Strawberry Fields Flowers and Finds
3rd
Vogue Flowers
3rd
Colonial Honda
2nd
Lexus of Richmond
1st
McGeorge Toyota
Never step foot on the lot with the McGeorge At Home program, which started at the end of 2016. Browse the dealer’s inventory of 600 cars and trucks online, make your selection and they will bring the car to your home for a test drive. Purchase the vehicle on the spot, or try again—there is no obligation. The dealership celebrates its 50th anniversary this year.
3rd
DSW
1st
Saxon Shoes
Saxon recently completed an entire remodel of its Short Pump Town Center store, installing new carpet, tile and displays. The new look comes with fresh inventory, including up-and-coming brands and new styles by established lines such as Dansko and Hunter.
2nd
The Shoe Box
2nd
Frâiche
3rd
The Market at Grelen Inc.
1st
Tinker’s
Tinker’s is a go-to for clients to bring treasured family heirlooms when they need reviving. Owner Tony Coleman, whose grandfather and father were a cabinetmaker and woodworking teacher, respectively, specializes in furniture restoration after fire, storm or water damage.
1st
Franco’s
Nothing looks quite as good as a custom-made suit. No one knows this better than shop owner Franco Ambrogi, who has more than 50 years of experience in bespoke tailoring. His team will take your measurements and walk you through selection of fabrics, buttons and cuff and collar styles in order to construct the perfect fit. Then, customize a shirt to match.
3rd
Peter-Blair
2nd
Todd Goldsmith Custom
1st
Green Top Sporting Goods
Green Top’s extensive selection of women’s outdoor clothing lines include brands such as Patagonia, with classic flannels and cozy fleece-lined vests, as well as boutique lifestyle lines such as Simply Southern and Southern Fried Cotton. For men, the practical and lightweight Simms fishing shirts are popular.
2nd
REI
3rd
River Rock Outfitter
2nd
Levys
1st
Monkee’s of Fredericksburg
Each year after Fashion Week, Monkee’s of Fredericksburg owner Catherine Sullivan goes to New York to buy clothing, shoes, handbags, jewelry and other accessories for her boutique. Sullivan specializes in classic, timeless styles balanced with up to date trends—this spring she is focusing on pastels, florals and fringe.
3rd
Talbots
3rd
Mongrel
1st
Tinker’s
Tinker’s is the shop with a little bit of everything, from luxurious candles and colorful jewelry to art deco bar trays and novelty vases. In addition to the eclectic range of gifts, the shop—which has been in owners Tony and Sharon Coleman’s family for more than 40 years—also offers furniture restoration and upholstery services.
2nd
Tweed
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