JUST ADD An inside look at Montecito boutique Whiskey + Leather Written by Taylon Faltas Photographed by Jacqueline Pilar
When building their dream of a unique luxury boutique in 2015, co-owners Ariel and Zee, and their team of kick-ass ladies valued both comfort and style in their inventory as well as their own closets (I have a feeling that working at Whiskey + Leather means they never have to shop anywhere else). Featuring brands such as Show Me Your Mumu, Joah Brown, For Love & Lemons, One Teaspoon, and more, this Montecito treasure provides something that fits everyone’s style.
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On Ariel: For Love & Lemons dress, Whiskey + Leather
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reamy and modern paired with western flair to boot, Whiskey + Leather is just the retail therapy I needed as businesses reopen safely in Santa Barbara. I am welcomed to the store by sales associate Haley and she starts a dressing room for me as soon as I have a pair of snakeskin print pants in my hands. My eyes are drawn to the bottles of whiskey displayed against the back wall, in addition to bar stools plucked out of an old western film that are cleverly placed in front of the checkout counter/bar. I’m mesmerized by the intricate rustic details and find myself filling my arms with a heap of eccentric pieces to try on. After exchanging laughs and a shared passion for relaxed fashion with Ariel Hujar (co-founder/owner) and Sam Sook (store manager), I ask about the creative motivation behind this staple in downtown Montecito.
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