Jul 29, 2011

Discover Treasures at Motley and GiftedBy Gail WaterhouseSouthEnd.Patch.com

Boston, MA – In recent years the South End has become known for its outstanding restaurants, bakeries and cafes. Yet the neighborhood is far from being a destination for foodies only. Dotted throughout the area lie distinct stores that help the South End keep its artsy, creative feel.

Two such retailers are Motley and Gifted.

A purple flag with Motley’s logo on it alerts passersby to the shop, which is on the basement level of a brownstone. Once inside, the store seems smaller than it might appear to be on the street, but the space is utilized well, packing a lot of items in without making customers feel cramped.

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