Lani Lee is a fashion designer of evening gowns and special occasion attire which she creates by hand. She also performs upscale tailoring for women and men's clothing. She has been in business for 30 years, seven of them at this Newtown location.
Bit of Tack has been serving the equestrian community in Newtown for 13 years. Owner Kathryn Lasky of Oxford recently moved the store further south to its current location, closer to the Newtown-Monroe border. The store sells riding equipment, supplies, apparel and gifts as well as offers custom embroidery.
In business since the 1970s, Julie Allen Bridals is a family-owned bridal shop that offers a full array of wedding gowns and dresses for bridesmaids, flower girls and the mother of the bride, plus accessories such as veils, tiaras and shoes. Tuxedos are also available for purchase or rent. The shop also offers alteration services.
In business since 1984, the Fashion Exchange is an upscale consignment shop. Based out of a 1758 homestead, the shop's nooks and crannies are filled with vintage finds like a sleek satin gown, leopard-skin slingback pumps, a sumptuous fur coat and stunning costume jewelry. The shop's famous designer items compete with more practical day wear, shoes, sweaters, slacks, jeans, tops and sturdy, stylish coats.
Everything Newtown sells a variety of apparel, gifts and memorabilia. Its eclectic selection includes shirts, hats, bags, stuffed animals, cards and more. Its merchandise features local memorabilia, including Newtown sweatshirts, candles and water bottles. It also sells consignment items from residents and Bella Taylor handbags.
Newtown Dance and Theater Supply opened in 2007. Located in the same building as Dance and so on and the Black Box Theater, the store is a natural complement to owner Jen Turey's dance studios. It sells all the required dance apparel for the nearby classes, including leotards, tights, shorts and shoes, as well as stage makeup and accessories.