Sahara Boutique
Sahara opened in 2009 and is inspired by the love of diverse clothing, unique jewelry and accessories. Their clothing is designed for every woman, and they love pairing their natural fabrics and creatively designed accessories to make a unique statement. They focus on natural fabrics but also offer blends that work well for travel. It’s exciting when their customers return time after time looking for another stunning outfit.
About Binjara Traders, Ivory Coast and Sahara
Binjara Traders, Ivory Coast and Sahara on St. Armand’s Circle were created by Cleon Dixon over 30 years ago. Cleon, who is originally from Australia, left on a worldwide working holiday in 1971. In those days borders were easy to cross, and she travelled extensively overland through Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Europe and beyond and her love of travel began.
While traveling through the USA in 1978, she met her husband skiing in Vail Colorado, where they formed a ski lift construction company. In 1987 with their 2 small daughters, they moved to Sarasota and Cleon opened her first store called Aussie Ltd., on St. Armand’s Circle. The store showcased Australian products and designers, and Cleon was able to integrate her love of Australia and adventure into her store. Aussie Ltd. closed in 1994.
In 1991 Cleon opened Ivory Coast on St. Armand’s Circle, once again bringing the passion of Africa to her store offering beautiful fabrics, travel clothing, resort ware, jewelry and accessories.
Binjara Traders, meaning nomad, opened in 1994. This store is the result of a global vision combining all countries and continues to cater to all ages. The combination of younger trendy brands sits well with their cosmopolitan styled fashion.
Sahara was opened in 2009. They had a fire at Binjara Traders and while rebuilding, they opened a temporary store across the street, and Sahara became their 3rd store.
In all three stores, they offer a unique style of clothing, accessories and exclusive products from around the world and also proudly from the USA.
Each store has its own unique style of clothing, jewelry and home accessories.
Customer Reviews:
“Love the sack type handbags and jewelry. I always stop here to browse!” – Carol Tallent
“Great shopping experience especially liked the customer service! Cool clothes…. Thanks, MS Jaimie!! You rock! :)” – Sarasota Photography
“My wife and were window shopping and walked into Sahara. Sahara is a wonderful store with many different sun dresses, shirts and hats. What caught my eye was a pretty bag for the beach. While my wife & I was fussing over the bag, a cheerful salesperson came over to us.
We start chatting and my wife would like to purchase the bag. I ask if there’s a military discount and was told she will deduct from the total price.
I highly recommend seeing the wonderful items being sold at Sahara.” – Bill S.
Address:
362-C John Ringling Blvd.
Sarasota, FL 34236
941-388-0587
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