Handle With Care, an eclectic upscale woman’s boutique, has been nestled in historic Old Town district for the last 25 years. The neighborhood and our loyal customer base raves about our unique clothing, popular gift items and excellent customer service.

Goods: Women’s clothing, accessories, perfume, candles, cards, baby accessories, toys and books.

Designers: Alice + Olivia, Allison Schiller Jewelry, Amanda Uprichard, Andrew Marc, Autumn Cashmere, Big Buddha Handbags, Billy Reid, Black Halo, Camilla & Marc, Cardigan, Christopher Fischer, Current/Elliott Jeans, Double Happiness, Free People, Gender Bias, Gold Hawk, Hudson Jeans, Hy & Dot, JJ Winters, J Brand Jeans, Jarbo, Jay Godfrey, Jo-Cate Jewelry, Love Shop, Lionel Handbags, Madison Marcus, Mara Hoffman, Melinda Maria Jewelry, Michael Stars, Minnie Rose, Nanette Lepore, Only Hearts, Oats, Parkhurst, Shoshanna, Smythe, Soia & Kyo, Tibi, Theory, Trina Turk, Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent, Velvet, Vintage Reign and White + Warren.

Owner: Brinton Coxe took over this Old Town mainstay in July 2008 and is committed to keeping the tradition alive while adding her own creative touches.

Vibe: The rooms are still bright and elegant, with delicate chandeliers and exposed brick walls. The sales staff is dressed adorably and serves as personal stylists to their customers. An upbeat mood prevails with eighties and nineties hits in the background.

Price Range: Moderate-Luxury.

The Look: Each room has a wonderful mix of pieces that vary in price and dressiness, so there’s something for any occasion. Wear to drinks at a girlfriends’ place, your college roommate’s wedding or dinner at Adobo Grill.

Shopper’s Perks: Client books kept by the staff remind them to alert customers when your favorite designers come in and when friends and family promotions are going on.