growth mode
Breeze Blow Dry Bar on Clayton Road has expanded into adjacent quarters previously occupied by St. Louis Smoothie. Known as Breeze Beauty Bar and Bridal Boutique, the added space is for new services such as a make-up and brow bar, and areas for eyelash and hair extensions, sunless tanning, peels and facials. There’s room for private events, too.

furs and more
The Fur Boutique has relocated just down the street to 9820 Clayton Road. Its new store is larger and features an expanded inventory of outerwear and accessories. Offerings include coats, parkas, capes, vests and jackets in a variety of styles. The boutique formerly occupied space at GiddyUp Jane, also on Clayton Road.shutterstock-video

preserving the past
Home Fire Stories is a new Olivette-based company that helps families record video histories for future generations. A professional interviewer meets with families to create a compilation of their important moments, members and memories.

clothing with heart
Magdalene St. Louis, a residential community for women recovering from exploitation and addiction, has launched a social enterprise clothing and accessory line called Bravely. It includes men’s and women’s shirts, tote bags and water bottles with empowering messages. Proceeds help Magdalene clients receive business and employment training.

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Nature’s Bounty Greeting Cards calls its wares ‘greeting cards with a purpose’ because sales help support the St. Louis Area Foodbank. The cards feature images of flowers and foods grown on commercial farms in the bi-state area and are available at local stores including Straub’s in Clayton, Ken Miesner’s Flowers and the Missouri History Museum gift shop.