Here's the full disclosure. I live in Castleberry Hill.

I've lived in the area for about a year but only recently discovered the shopping available within just a few blocks.

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Clarissa Martin, a sales associate, folds some jeans at Adrene Boutique, where VIPs get private lockers and champagne while they shop.

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Shirl Parker (left) and Kami Smith are co-owners of Hi Heels Boutique, which is billed as 'shoes outside the box.'

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In recent months, a half-dozen stores selling everything from handmade semiprecious jewelry to natural skin and body care have found a home among the lofts, art galleries and night spots in the historic neighborhood. The most recent addition, Adrene Boutique, is the second store for owner Adrene Ashford (the first is in East Atlanta Village). The racks of tops, bottoms, dresses and denim at the Castleberry store are higher-end, Ashford said, with gear such as a thermal-style shirt bearing a crest and crystal embellishments for $80 by Rebel Spirit for men, and a black and white strapless maxi dress for $139 by Oxford Circus for women.

Most of the stores in Castleberry have late hours, no doubt to entice revelers from nearby restaurants and bars to make a stop.

One of the best times to visit is during the Castleberry Art Stroll on the fourth Friday of the month. Crowds can get thick, so shoppers seeking a less energetic excursion should visit another time.

The neighborhood soon will welcome more retail when a new development, Castleberry Point Lofts, opens this summer with restaurants (including one from the owners of Apres Diem), galleries and businesses, including Lush Life nail spa and a clothing store for men and women. Stay tuned.

SHOPPING THE STREETS OF CASTLEBERRY HILL

1. NO MAS HACIENDA

180 Walker St.

404-215-9769

Hours: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Thursday. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday-Saturday. Noon-5 p.m. Sunday.

www.nomasatlanta.com

Big picture: Authentic Mexican furniture and accessories.

What you'll find: Hand-carved solid onyx cylindrical candle sleeve, $59. Calf-hair bar stools, $349 each. Tall leather letter bags, $159. Wire frame beds, mirrors and tablewear in brightly colored designs. Everything in the store is made by artists in Mexico.

2. URBAN FUSION

237A Peters St.

404-653-0222

Hours: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Thursday. Noon-9 p.m. Saturday. Sunday by appointment only.

Big picture: Lifestyle boutique for men, women and children.

What you'll find: L.A.M.B. sneakers, $85. Metallic flats for women by Royal Elastics, $45. Reebok 25th Anniversary freestyle shoes, $78. On the second floor: A short-sleeved trench shirt in red or a scalloped hem hoodie, each $40, for ladies; and jeans by 575 denim, $220, or quilted denim vest, $85, for men.

3. SAGE NATURALCEUTICALS

238 Walker St., No. 8 (entrance on Fair)

770-881-8610

Hours: Monday-Tuesday by appointment only. Noon-9 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday. Noon-6 p.m. Sunday.

www.sagenaturalceuticals.com

Big picture: A modern apothecary with organic brands

What you'll find: Soy candles by Pacifica in Malibu Lemon and Tahitian Gardenia, $19.55. Hand-poured soaps from Bali by Sensatia Botanicals, $9.75. Face cream by Pangea Organics, $22.15. John Masters Organics honey and hibiscus hair reconstructor, $28.15. Hamadi ginger soymilk hairwash, $21.45.

4. HI HEELS BOUTIQUE

238 Walker St, No. 6 (entrance on Fair)

404-524-9800

Hours: Noon-8 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday. Closed Sunday-Tuesday.

www.hiheelsboutique.com

Big picture: "Shoes outside the box."

What you'll find: Turquoise leather ankle boots, $122, by Jeffrey Campbell. Black and primary-colored patent leather pumps by Betsy Johnson, $230. Royal blue wedges by Charles David, $130. Block heel platforms by Zinc for $95. Silver jazz oxfords by Oh Deer! $110. Brown leather crescent bag by Tano, $300.

5. DYMOND WAYZ ACCESSORIES HEAV'N

238 Walker St., No. 1

404-577-2761

Hours: Noon-8 p.m. Monday-Saturday. Sunday by appointment.

www.dymondwayzonline.com

Big picture: Designer-inspired bling and things

What you'll find: Kanye West style shutter shades, $15. Short-sleeved hoodies in V-neck styles with graphic prints, starting at $48. Jewelry by local designers, including shrinky dinks-style earrings with images of Mary J. Blige and Dead Prez, starting at $15.

6. SACRED JOURNEY

238 Walker St., No. 19

404-396-1770

Hours: Noon-7 p.m. weekdays. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday-Sunday.

Big picture: Handcrafted jewelry made by Jan Frierson for Caligirl Jewels

What you'll find: Sterling silver or 14k vermeil earrings in clean geometric shapes, starting at $28. Gemstones such as amber, turquoise and quartz in silver and gold settings, or triangle-shaped mother of pearl earrings, $35. This summer, the second level will serve as a yoga studio and gallery featuring the work of Charlotte-based artist Stefan Duncan.

7. DEJAVU DESIGNER BOUTIQUE

238 Walker St., No. 21

404-525-7150

Hours: Noon-8 p.m. Wednesday-Friday. Noon-9 p.m. Saturday. 1-5 p.m. Sunday.

Big picture: Resale and consignment, "pay less and still look your best."

What you'll find: Lavender tie-neck blouse by Liz Claiborne, $13. Talbots sweater, $12. Gray flannel pants by Evan Picone, $13. Suits, shoes and more.

8. ADRENE BOUTIQUE

242 Peters St.

404-688-8876

Hours: Noon-9 p.m. Monday-Thursday. Noon-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday.

Big picture: "Style is everything."

What you'll find: Orange seersucker shorts by Atlanta-based brand Dap Rugget, $79.50, and military-inspired shirts by Cavi, $180 for men. Skinny jeans in pink, blue and purple, $89; Yellow striped ruffle-front shirt, $55, and white V-neck top with chain link waist by Sky, $159, for women. VIPs get lockers and champagne while shopping.