New Openings : Tijon and Rhone
Tijon
At The Tijon Boutique Perfume Lab, You Can Learn how To Create Your Own Exclusive Fragrance.
Finding your signature scent can feel like an endless guessing game – what smells amazing in the bottle doesn’t always translate once it meets your skin. At Tijon, you can skip the trial and error. The boutique perfume lab offers hands-on fragrance-making classes (starting at $99), where you can blend your own scent while learning why perfumes react differently for each person. Because, as it turns out, just liking how something smells doesn’t mean it’ll actually like you back.
The space feels part high-end boutique, part chemistry lab. Glossy marble floors reflect geometric overhead lighting, while rows of sleek perfume bottles and essential oils line glass cases. Along the walls, intimate mixing stations invite you to craft your perfect fragrance, complete with beakers, droppers, and lab coats for the full scientist-meets-perfumer effect. With over 300 oils to choose from, the experience is entirely personal, starting with a skin test to see how scents react with your body chemistry – because nothing says “exclusive” like a fragrance that smells great on you and weird on everyone else.
But Tijon isn’t just about the science. It’s also about the experience. The process is surprisingly straightforward, even if you know absolutely nothing about perfume beyond “floral” or “not floral.” Whether you’re after a bold statement scent or something light enough to convince people you naturally smell incredible, the staff will guide you toward a formula that works.
Tijon also carries its own line of fragrances, lotions, and aroma- therapy blends like Restore8, designed for relaxation. You can mix your own or grab something off the shelf – either way, you’ll walk out with a scent that works for you. –Amanda Martell
1600 PONCE DE LEON
305.290.1615
TIJON.COM
Rhone
Rhone Offers Quality, Long-Lasting Activewear With Joggers, Polos, And Soft Yet Structured Tees
Step inside Rhone’s new store at the Shops at Merrick Park, and the first thing you’ll appreciate is the feel of the fabrics – lightweight, breathable, and built to move. The shelves are lined with tailored joggers, moisture-wicking polos, and soft yet structured tees, each designed to bridge the gap between performance and everyday wear. It’s activewear without the usual trade-offs, made for people who want their gym clothes to work beyond the treadmill.
Founded in 2014 by brothers Nate and Ben Checketts, Rhone was created as an alternative to standard gym wear; something that offers function without sacrificing aesthetics. Rather than oversized logos and flashy patterns, the brand prioritizes premium materials, tailored fits, and technical innovations, such as moisture-wicking (designed to pull moisture from the skin) and odor-resistant fabrics. Over the years, the brand has expanded its reach and, more recently, launched a women’s collection that follows the same design philosophy.
Prices align with Rhone’s emphasis on quality and durability. The commuter pro pants are priced at $148, joggers range from $88 to $138, and polos are between $88 and $98. At $54, the Element Tee is a standout option for those looking for an introduction to the brand. While the cost sits on the higher end, the emphasis on well- made, long-lasting apparel makes these pieces more of an investment than a short-term addition to the wardrobe. –Amanda Martell
358 SAN LORENZO AVE SUITE 2030
645.400.6450
RHONE.COM