Feb 2, 2015

Artful Shopper: Refinery in EsteroBy Evelyn LongaNews-Press.com

Estero, FL – Talking shop with Rachel Basora, co-owner with Andrew Krylouk of Refinery, in Estero.

When did Refinery open?

We opened on Nov. 15 at Coconut Point on Fashion Drive near West Elm.

What do you sell?

Refinery is a fine purveyor of men’s accessories, grooming products and leather goods. Our stuff is broken up into categories. Accessories include socks, cufflinks, tie clips, passport cases, and sunglasses. Apothecary has soap, shampoos, conditioners, room spray, a full line of beard and mustache products, and a line of shaving gift sets with brush stand and razor. In Pantry, we have barware, bitters, cocktail mixers and sets, glassware from whiskey to champagne, handcrafted chocolate and beef jerky and flasks. We sell men’s fragrances, colognes and aftershave. In Haberdashery, we have handkerchiefs, bow ties, ties, and suspenders. Our leather goods include satchels, luggage, wallets, everyday bags, handmade leather belts and leather-bound notebooks. We sell canvas bags from backpacks to travel bags. In Stationery, we have journals, portfolios, field notes, and journals. We also sell gift sets, candles, playing cards, and gift crates.

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