If there's one thing we know about Lakelanders, it's that they love shopping local. We're always keeping an eye on new developments coming to town, and these newly opened retail spots have us doing a double take.

🛍️ The Modern Pearl
Owner Kristin Levy recently relocated this clothing boutique from Auburndale to the historic South Lake Morton neighborhood. It's the first biz to open in the newly renovated stretch of retail commercial spaces next to Peach House and across from the Lakeland Public Library — soon, the strip will also include Balanced Health and Wellness and Mootown Scoops.

What we're eyeing: City Editor Connor loves this dress to show off her FSU pride (sorry, Gator fans.)

Take a stroll down Traders Alley and you'll stumble across the hidden small business gem that is East of These + Bloom Shakalaka. | Photo by LALtoday

🛍️ East of These + Bloom Shakalaka
A Catapult clothing + accessory start-up and an award-winning florist walk into a business room — and come out with a joint boutique that screams color, creativity, and whimsy. Find it downtown in Traders Alley, just down the way from Stationery Loft.

What we're eyeing: City Editor Amelia can't get enough of the hair accessories from East of These — especially this one with a nod to her favorite mammal.

Amelia Paige Boutique opened downtown in 2016, and now has two locations in Lakeland. | Photo courtesy of @shoplakesidevillage + @ameliapaigeboutique

🛍️ Amelia Paige Boutique
This downtown Lakeland retail staple just opened its second location in Lakeside Village, featuring even more of the clothing + accessories that Lakelanders have come to know and love, plus a mural by Gaby's Art Gallery. Find the shop between BD’s Mongolian Grill + Jos. A Bank.

What we're eyeing: We want to add all of these tops, bottoms, and dresses to our closet to help us transition into the fall season.

Looking for more spots where you can find your next wardrobe staple or perfect "just because" gift? Check out these other Lakeland boutiques + gift shops.