Fells
Point
As Baltimore’s original deep-water seaport, Fells Point was home to as many watering holes as clipper ships. Although the brick townhouses and cobblestone streets look frozen in time— and the neighborhood can still host a good pub crawl at
night—restaurateurs and retailers have transformed Fells Point into
a marketplace of diverse products and experiences. —David Sokol
Emporium Collagia
Vignettes of candles,
housewares and gifts are
layered upon one another
in 300 square feet. The
mood ranges from pre-
cious (sculpted graphite
writing instruments) to
wacky (humongous fake flowers). Empo-
rium owner-artist Luana Kaufmann also
exhibits her collages, the nostalgia and
humor of which embody the shop’s overall
disposition. 1732 Thames St.; 410-534-5340;
luanakaufmann.com
Babe Don’t let the vivacious cocktail frocks fool you. In addition to youthful attention getters, this beloved boutique carries everyday yet fashion- forward dresses, separates and accessories for women of all ages and shapes. Almost every item in the store rings in under $200, too. 1716 Aliceanna St.; 410-244-5114; babeaboutique.com
Charlie Jade 2012, one of the many designers
that Babe carries.
