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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]For people complaining about the lack of independent boutiques in Bethesda and elsewhere, the simple truth is that that independent entrepreneurial spirit is lacking in DC, and has been for quite some time now.

That’s particularly true if you’re comparing DC to cities with trendsetting boutiques like Philadelphia, Richmond, Portland (maine and Oregon), not to mention NYC, et al. DC is very corporate and the business climate reflects that. There are however many independent boutiques in suburban strip malls that cater to various ethnicities, since the DC region is very diverse.

Old Town Alexandria does have some nice boutiques however. [/quote]

Baltimore has more boutiques as well. DC is not corporate per se, it’s just filled with people in Federal government jobs. These people aren’t exactly looking to break the mold or do anything at all to stir the pot. So the retail options, especially fashion wise, are not as adventurous and eschew risk as well. New York is corporate, but there are a lot of boutiques in Manhattan. A lot of the people with money up there are less risk averse, and fashion follows suit. [/quote]

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