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A Watch Hill shop offers a downtown location

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The unexpected role of refurbishing her father’s home in Watch Hill over 25 years ago launched Christina Pimental’s career as the owner of one of the area’s hottest and most interesting shopping spots, Christina’s Ltd. The remodeling of this property (the house was eventually used for filming in the 1988 hit movie Mystic Pizza) opened many creative outlets for the young businesswoman, whose stores carry eclectic fashion and home finds.

Christina’s scenic Watch Hill location has a popular, seasonal shopping attraction for 25 years now, and her second store is in the heart of downtown Westerly. Located across the street from the railroad station, her charming store is as welcoming as Watch Hill, but this one is open year round.

Against a striking interior backdrop of rustic stone, customers can shop in an open, airy space that delivers an eye pleasing display of unique, hand- picked clothing, fabulous artisan jewelry, classic and funky organic tees, one-of-a-kind designer jeans, assorted coffee table books and an array of useful and diverse items for the home that you won’t likely find anyplace else. Best of all, a large part of Christina’s inventory is locally made.

Using the universal peace sign as their theme throughout both stores, Christina is passionate about carrying items crafted out of recycled materials and sustaining as many local businesses and artisans as possible. “I believe in shopping local and giving back to my community in any way that I can,” she says with gratitude. There is always an awesome sale happening along with valuable surprises in their grab bags and $20-30 bins.

Known for quality collections such as Free People (a boho chic style) and staple pieces from Lilly Pulitzer, Christina’s is also recognized for their own Vintage Green line. “This line is our signature statement - clothing, bags, accessories and quilts made from vintage linens, recycled fabrics and rescued blue jeans. Each item is unique and one of a kind,” Christina shares with enthusiasm.

Christina describes her stores as a cross between Anthropologie and SunDance but with a local flavor. “It’s not uncommon to see three generations shopping together, giggling in the dressing room when they try on a hand-embroidered pair of jeans or a soft, cotton skirt that works effortlessly with one of our classic, handmade jackets. We love helping women feel great about how they look,” she says.

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