The boutique FABuleuse in Newport has a simple goal: providing access to one-of-a-kind fashions and artwork.
Opened in May by Sandee Saunders and Alecta Rose, the shop at 106 Williams St. features designer clothing and accessories, which can be hand-tailored to suit the client.
Art is provided by Andrea Keogh Art and Design.
Saunders, a graduate of Fashion Institute of Technology, said she fell in love with the city after attending various galas and functions and witnessing a unique style among women.
“There were a lot of people here with really great taste and they were showing up at these galas,” she said.
After some research, she thought the city needed a boutique.
“I felt there was a little hole in the market as far as luxury … boutiques,” she said. “The concept of the store is art and fashion, living harmoniously in one space.”
The FABuleuse customer is any woman who wants to participate in high-end fashion.
“I want them to feel they ca, on the spur of the moment, run out and get a dress for an evening, dinner, gala, and find it in the shop.”