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Open & shut

By Times Staff Writer
Published April 3, 2005


RESALE CLOTHES: Looking for trendy, inexpensive clothing? Check out Chicks Picks, a resale boutique that sells top brands and current fashions at 70 percent off retail prices. It buys clothes outright, as compared to other consignment stores that will only pay when the item sells. It is currently accepting spring and summer apparel and is at 15309-A Amberly Drive. Hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and noon-4 p.m. Sunday. Call (813) 868-7425.

HOME DECOR: If you are thinking of redecorating, check out In Casa, open at 11738 N Dale Mabry Highway. It carries unusual home items, including art, clocks, floral, jewelry, lamps, mirrors, rugs, faux finishes and design services. Styles include French, country, Mediterranean, old world, shabby chic and rustic. Hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. Design consultation is by appointment only. Call (813) 269-8682.

MOVED: Eye doctors Stanley and Lappano have moved. Formerly in Visionworks, the two doctors have opened their own location at 3040 W Bearss Ave. They offer eye exams with up-to-date technology, contact lens fittings, a wide in-house selection of lenses and frames, and new imaging technology for lens and frame selection. Hours are 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Friday and Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Call (813) 264-2020.

[Last modified April 2, 2005, 10:10:05]


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