With the announcement on January 12 that Artegon Marketplace will be closing for good, quite a few local shops will soon be left high and dry. Though the “Anti-mall” doesn’t officially close till January 26, here are a few of our favorite Artegon haunts, and how you can keep tabs on their next chapter.
Tiki Station
Shoppers will miss sipping fruity drinks from the carved-out pineapples at this tropical mall oasis. But follow them on their social feeds to see where they land next.
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Photo via Artegon Marketplace websiteFlorida Soap Company
With a mindset of providing the purest products possible, the almost seven-year-old Florida Soap Company provides a wide assortment of bathroom accessories like shower souffle and Bath Bombs.
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Photo via / Artegon Marketplace WebsiteR ‘n R Record Shop
Play it old school with a sampling of this shop’s vinyl and CD selection.
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Photo via Artegon Marketplace websiteKick Bright Shop and Buttons
If your boss is requiring more flair than you possess, perhaps all that’s needed is a visit to this local button and vintage clothing depot where nostalgia likes to hang.
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Photo via / Artegon Marketplace WebsitePins and Pixels
This classic arcade sells games from the golden era of gaming, with favorites from Pac-Man to Donkey Kong.
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Photo via Artegon Marketplace websiteApples and Company
These aren’t your typical candy apples: They bring gourmet to another level. The store was new to Artegon, but you can still get a sweet treat on their website.
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Photo via Artegon Marketplace websiteArie Jewelry
Offering a plethora of bejeweled accessories, Arie Jewelry brings simplistic decadence to a genre that more often than not overshoots the aim – which is to accent, not to distract. They are running close-out sales from now until Jan. 26, when the shop will close.
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Photo via Artegon Marketplace websiteAtheneo Artesanal
This Venezuelan-inspired boutique provides the surrounding area a location to find an assortment of unusual household accessories with a heavy hint of Latin spice.
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Photo via Artegon Marketplace websiteBig J’s Toys
Big J’s has everything you need for a total geekout: Sailor Moon action figures, comic books, Doctor Who vinyl figures and more.
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Photo via / Artegon Marketplace WebsiteBleu Beach
This family-owned shop turns trash into trends with its upcycled handbags and accessories.
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Photo via Artegon Marketplace websiteDechoes Resale
Vintage bargain hunters can still find fashion favorites at Dechoes’ other two Orlando locations.
Locations: 2110 Edgewater Drive, 32804
2525 East Colonial Drive, 32803
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Photo via Artegon Marketplace websiteGenkigoth Studios
Prints and canvases painted in anime-esque style are aplenty at this well put together gallery. Check these pieces out if you enjoy a taste of magic in your art.
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Photo via / Artegon Marketplace WebsiteElemental Binsai & Tea Gardens
You can learn about the art of bonsai and pick out a little tree to call your own at Elemental’s nursery or during Epcot’s Flower and Garden Festival.
Location:1440 Neptune Road, Kissimmee, FL 34744 (By appointment only)
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Photo via / Artegon Marketplace WebsiteGlamour Kids Braids
Children age 3 and up can receive an assortment of different hair braiding services along with spa-themed parties for girls age 2 to 17.
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Photo via Glamour Kids/FacebookInternational Hot Glass
This “walk in workshop” offers any glass art enthusiast the opportunity to indulge in the craft as they provide step-by-step assisted walkthroughs of a range of products.
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Photo via Artegon Marketplace websiteJia Espinar
Using “Old Beijing Flare” as a baseline, Jia Espinar is able to provide Orlando with a shop that displays Chinese shoes and other accessories that bring the Far East feel to your feet.
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Photo via / Artegon Marketplace WebsiteMery Shoes
Meri Navas came all the way from Venezuela to sell her authentic leather shoes in a variety of vibrant colors and sizes. There hasn’t been any word yet about whether she will continue selling her shoes stateside.
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Photo via Artegon Marketplace websiteAl Moroccan Bazaar
Luckily, this bazaar still has an online store perfect for bringing a taste of Morocco to your wardrobe or living room.
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Photo via Artegon Marketplace websiteNuestra Manos
This eclectic boutique brings cultural art and decor from across the Rio Grande to Central Florida.
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Photo via Artegon Marketplace websiteNYZ Orlando
Lazer tag has always been a bit of a heart attack, so why not calm it down a bit with the introduction of zombies.
Location:450 Commack Rd, Deer Park, NY 11729
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Photo via / Artegon Marketplace WebsiteOtown Ink
Recipients of both the 2015 and 2016 “Best of Orlando” award in the category of “piercing,” this shop is more than capable of providing an artistic addition to your person whether it be ink or iron.
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Photo via Artegon Marketplace websiteThe Perky Pooch
Give Fido some love from this unique dog boutique that creates custom wooden pet beds, bow ties, natural dog treats and more.
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Photo via / Artegon Marketplace WebsitePure Choice Organics
“If my husband can’t use it, we don’t make it.” Owner Cheryl Augusma holds this concept as creed while making her organic and healthy bath and shower products. Products that are psoriasis and eczema friendly.
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Photo via Artegon Marketplace websitePutting Edge
Unfortunately, this glow in the dark mini golfing paradise just went through a renovation to update at Artegon. It’s unclear yet whether the company will keep a location in Florida, so Orlandoans might have to kiss fluorescent golfing good-bye.
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Photo via Artegon Marketplace websiteRadafe Art
This Brazilian artist’s shop crafts jewelry made from golden grass, banana fiber, and buriti fiber (made from Brazilian amazon palm trees).
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Photo via Artegon Marketplace websiteSilly Rabbit Crafts
This craft store specializes in geeky decorum made from those plastic perler beads that you had your mom iron for you into masterpieces as a kid.
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Photo via / Artegon Marketplace WebsiteSimply Savory
Home to 40 different variations of dip, Simply Savory has a range of spice mixes to dry desserts that will cause a decent amount of salivation.
Location:Various Farmer’s Markets around Orlando (check website for up to date details)
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Photo via Artegon Marketplace websiteSky Zone Trampoline Park
Jumpers won’t have to hop far to get their Sky Zone fix: The company has announced that they are in talks to continue doing business in Orlando.
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Photo via Artegon Marketplace websiteStars, Bars, Baskets
This shop’s American-themed art and decor has been approved by Stan Lee, so you know it’s good.
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Photo via / Artegon Marketplace WebsiteSteampunk Garage
This shop knows how to make antique keys, clock parts, hardware, and stainless steel chainmail look good.
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Photo via Steampunk Garage/FacebookSurfwheels and Drones
Providing a healthy alternative to the near hour drive to the closest beach, Surfwheels and Drones provides surfers the chance to catch the waves in this landlocked Floridian City with items like the Surfwheel R1.
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Photo via Artegon Marketplace websiteTreGeek
This location is more than capable of mixing your love for superheros with your similar love for pillows, scarves, and clothing as they style a range of items to your cartoon infused liking.
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Photo via Artegon Marketplace websiteU Roll Sushi Express
Fans of these create-your-own sushi rolls can still get their fix at U Roll Sushi’s flagship location on Colonial Drive.
Location: 7685 East Colonial Dr., Orlando, FL 32807
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Photo via Artegon Marketplace websiteVagabond Traveler
Fans of these hand-stitched leather goods can still find all the bags, wallets, briefcases and backpacks they want at Vagabond Traveler’s Oviedo Mall location across from the Sears.
Location:1700 Oviedo Mall Boulevard, Oviedo, FL 32765
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Photo via Artegon Marketplace websiteWild Florida Honey
Don’t fret, honey lovers; you can still find this sweet treat at local farmer’s markets and online stores.
Location: Plant Street Market, 426 W Plant St, Winter Garden, FL 34787
Local Fresh Markets, Whole Foods, Chamberlin’s Natural Food Market (Check website)
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