creative outlet
Taubman Prestige Outlets in Chesterfield is finding new ways to attract more shoppers. It has launched the Emerge pop-up retail boutique program, which rotates 20 vendors of handcrafted items each weekend through August. It also will welcome Bike Stop Cafe, opening this summer, which serves locally sourced food and promotes healthy living and bicycle transportation.

brush up
Time to get those painting projects off the shelf! Second Sitting Consignments in Ballwin has added Dixie Belle Chalk Paint to its product line. It’s formulated to be durable, VOC-free and well suited for furniture, accessories, decor, art and other projects. Visit Second Sitting for painting demonstrations.

kitchen kudos
Congratulations are in order for the Immerse luxury kitchen and bath plumbing gallery in Brentwood. It was named Boutique Partner of the Year by Waterworks, a fixture and furnishing supplier. Immerse was chosen for its knowledgeable staff, showroom and client commitment.

more in store
St. Louis-based clothing, accessory, beauty and home products retailer Soft Surroundings is boosting its presence with 17 new U.S. stores this year. New locations include Las Vegas; Columbus, Ohio; Detroit; and Baton Rouge.

bigger, better
Mother’s Day gift-giving is around the corner! Lush Cosmetics has reopened its Saint Louis Galleria store after a major expansion and redesign. The company features natural, handmade, environmentally responsible skin, hair, bath and gift products.