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Sugarcube

by Monica Weymouth

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Published: Sep 18, 2007

124 N. Third St., 215-238-0825, www.sugarcube.us

Sugarcube has packed up its beloved collection of vintage shoes and moved on out — but thankfully not far. After three years, Old City's go-to boutique for pre-loved goodies and new threads by contemporary designers has traded in its quaint nook for a much larger space down the street.

"I really wanted to start carrying menswear," says co-owner and fashionista Elisa Buratto of what prompted the move. Now more than three times its original size, Sugarcube has plenty of space for Philly boys to get stylish. Although still in development, the men's collection currently includes wool felt fedoras by Christys' London and jeans by French label A.P.C. Cult faves, the raw denim, nontreated, no-nonsense jeans provide tiny waists with a flattering fit without any trendy whiskers or details. For the ladies, an expanded denim collection includes plenty of the hot-right-now high-waisted styles from Jean D'arc and California-based Found, a personal favorite of Buratto. Most jeans are available in sizes 25-32, and dresses range from 0-12.

Like the original, the new and improved Sugarcube will still carry all of your vintage cowboy boots and chunky jewelry. "It was cute," says Buratto of the old space, "but there was only one dressing room." You'll have your pick of three next time you're searching for the perfect little red dress.

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