[new look]
Distinctions is switching things up after 30 years! The store, located at 12354 Olive Blvd., no longer sells sportswear and focuses solely on formalwear. Owners Bruce and Nancy Lehtman are expanding the shop’s mother of the bride and groom, Veiled Prophet, prom and pageant offerings. A new Distinctions Closet area features sale merchandise and remaining sportswear items.
[the barre expands]
More St. Louisans will be able to lift, tone and burn on the barre with the launch of Pure Barre’s second area location. The new studio, expected to open this summer, will be located in the historic York House building at 4931 Lindell Blvd. Owners Julie Belz, Heidi Yates and Ellie Williams offer a pre-opening special: a five-week unlimited pass for $100 for use at either the Ladue or CWE location.
[namaste]
Brian and Lilyann Rice recently opened Yoga Renaissance at Clayton and Baxter roads in Chesterfield. The space includes two studios where certified yoga instructors offer special workshops and more than 20 classes each week. Initially skeptical when he started classes 12 years ago for back pain, Brian found relief through the ancient practice and now is a strong advocate.
[greater focus]
Creve Coeur Camera has moved its superstore to a larger, updated location at 12747 Olive Blvd. The new space is 17,000 square feet and features an expanded sales floor, larger classrooms and a photographic lab that has doubled in size. Customers also will notice a bigger selection of cameras and lenses and will be able to test products in a designated ‘shooting’ area.
[award winner]
Mosby Building Arts was named 2014 Remodeler of the Year by Professional Remodeler magazine. Staff of the national publication commended Mosby for its business success and community advocacy efforts.