This post is dedicated to all the ladies out there…(and the boys who like to buy gifts for ladies). We’d like to welcome a new retail shop that started carrying Jedidiah this past Holiday season. That shop is Penelope T Boutique in Tampa, Florida. This adorable, chic ladies boutique is located near the stylish neighborhood of Hyde Park and has been a go-to place for unique fashion since 2005.

To give you a better idea about the shop, we had a little Q&A session with owners Nickie and Manne. Here’s what they had to say:

JEDIDIAH: How long have you been in business and what inspired your shop name?
PENELOPE T: We have been open for just over four years now… we named the store after Penelope Tree, a slightly obscure British model from the 60’s… at a young age she had a cult following due to her rebellious style and became the muse of famed photographer Richard Avedon- we liked that she wasn’t as well know as more popular super-models of the decade like Twiggy and slightly off-kilter and quirky. That is why we have the tree in our logo.
J: What products do you specialize in?
P: Unique, contemporary women’s clothing and accessories… we don’t sell any work clothes, just fun clothes!
J: Describe your customer?
P: She is a modern woman- She may be 20 or she may be 50 but she follows fashion and knows what she likes…she loves to look different than the rest of the people at the party while still being comfortable.
J: What is your favorite thing about your city?
P: (There are) tons of fun, energetic people who are always out and about. Tampa has a great vibe.
J: Is there something unique about your shop or anything else that you’d like people to know?
P: We always try to support up and coming talent and bring new lines into the store every season.

For everyone in Tampa this weekend for the big pirate festival, Gasparilla, go grab one of the Jedidiah AHOY pirate ship tees at Penelope T!

PENELOPE T
1413 S Howard Ave, Suite 104
Tampa, FL 33606
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What do you get when you combine a Jedidiah Store Grand Opening + Gum for My Boat Screening + an Atlantic Line concert? The 2009 holiday bash not to be missed. Jedidiah is opening its first storefront in San Diego and you’re invited to throw on your best Christmas sweaters (Uncle Eddie mock turtleneck dickies encouraged for the men). Plus, have a chance of winning a $200 Jedidiah gift card for the most festively dressed!

To celebrate, we’ll also be showing the San Diego premier of the new movie, Gum for My Boat, followed by a live concert by Atlantic Line. Click here for a link to a free download of their latest album (and feel free to leave some money in the tip jar once you realize the worth of the utter rock-your-face-off-in-a-peaceful-airy-resonant-way music they provide).

We’ll also be collecting donations for one of our Hope Collection partners, Gabriel House.who we’ll be visiting in Mexico the following Sunday. Bring any of the following donations:

Large piece wooden puzzles, rubber dolls without vinyl hair, hair ties and barrettes, bean bag chairs, warm footed pajamas, sweat pants, and socks.

Doors open at 5:30 and the movie screens at 7:00. Can’t wait to see you there and feel free to RSVP on our Facebook event page.

At SHOP GOOD they believe that: BUYING IS GIVING. At Shop Good every purchase impacts local and global communities for good. If you want to look rad, and you want to do something good today, stop by the store where you can make your shopping count!

They recenctly featured some sweet Jedidiah threads at their grand opening. Here are some pictures from the event:

Check out one of our online retailers. Surf Fanatics are based in NorthEast Florida, and have been selling Jedidiah for a number of years now. They always have some of our best styles in stock, and currently still have some of the super popular Men’s Commander Jacket, which have been quickly selling out everywhere.

Why did the owners start this online company? They said that “living in Florida, we’ve got all the advantages of finding the best surf product around. We know when you’re located in the Midwest, finding that perfect pair of boardshorts for your Spring Break Costa trip is nearly impossible.” So they wanted to open a store that can reach landlocked surfers.

Surf Fanatics has also played a part in helping with some of the local surfing-related fund raising events for groups like the Life Rolls On Foundation helps those with spinal cord injuries, as well as the Wave Masters Society, a a not-for-profit organization which has raised money for youth-oriented charities in the area.

• Check out the SURF FANATICS WEBSITE •

Or follow them on TWITTER • MYSPACE • FACEBOOK

And… check out their store: www.iconsofsurf.com

Anyone who has ever relished in a small sample of surf culture has probably been exposed to the name Katin. Most commonly known for their legendary hand-made boardshort line, “Kanvas by Katin” the brand has been a staple of surf folklore since the late 1950’s. Today, Katin Surf Shop continues to kick out quality products for core surfers.

New Window Display At Katin

If you’re ever in Huntington Beach be sure to stop in and check out the the Jedidiah rack. We just shipped them a dose of summer love and we’ll be sure to keep them stocked.

Katin Surf is located at 16250 Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach, CA 92649… click for directions.