we stopped by the brand-new lou & grey store at north hills here in raleigh last week and had an amazing experience touring the beautifully designed space and working with the staff trying on our favorites from their current line of super chic neutrals, all with a bit of edge.

the store is a trove of eye-candy, from the carefully selected fixtures and displays (including hip leather chairs, cool record covers and inspiring objects and art) to the well-edited collection of casual clothes that are destined to become wardrobe-staples.  even the fitting rooms evoke a hip california-cool vibe that jives just right with the luxe but laid-back leanings of lou & grey's clothing line.

in addition to clothing, the store carries a curated collection by artisinal makers from across the country, including apothecary, jewelry and small home accessories, as well as pieces from local raleigh artists.  you can find the store beside the new anthropologie in north hills, and you can shop online at www.louandgrey.com.