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Ali’s Wagon
Ali’s Wagon is the perfect place to pick up a gift, home goods, stationary and office items, a fun pick-me-up bath or body treat, a new game, unique Philadelphia-themed items, and more! Whether you go in with a list or just to peruse, you’re bound to find something that makes you smile. We especially love their card selection and dining/bar section! Swing by their shop at 2017 Fairmount Ave to window shop, book an appointment for in-store shopping, or browse online.
Phone: 215-787-0611
Social Media: @aliswagon
Aiyah & By Ren
Nestled in the heart of Fairmount, Philadelphia, Aiyah is a celebration of stories, design, and community with objects meticulously and thoughtfully curated to resonate with your own story. The idea that thoughtful and intentional objects can not only help us connect with the authentic parts of ourselves, but also help us move through our spaces and life more broadly with comfort and ease is what moved us to create Aiyah.
Our founder, Rachael Compton, embarked on her journey as a jeweler, crafting a handmade line known as by ren. Through her practice as an artisan, she discovered the profound ability of objects to reshape our internal and external spaces. This realization inspired her vision: a place where curated jewelry, homewares, and accessories intertwine, weaving a rich tapestry of stories, each piece resonating with its own artistry and significance. Woman owned and operated, Aiyah serves to be a safe space for the community we have built and love in the city that shaped us, Philadelphia.
Social Media: @by.ren and @shopaiyah
Florescio Events
Jace Florescio first started event planning back in 2015 when preparing for her baby shower for her first born. She fell in love with event planning for friends and family, and decided to turn her passion into more than just a hobby. With the help and support of her family, Florescio Events was created three years later! They are a family-owned, Philadelphia based business. If you’ve seen an amazing balloon installation in the last two years (like the one outside of Lumos at our one year anniversary!), there’s a good chance it was done by Jace and her family.
Social Media: @florescioevents
Gabriela Barrantes Photography
Gabriela is a Philly-based photographer, focusing her work on imagery development for brands, product, food and dining, and all things editorial. Having a background in journalism, she is constantly drawn to the simplicity and authentic style of imagery in her work through storytelling. You don’t have to look far to find her work - she’s the photographer behind all of the images on our site!
Golden Key Prints
Local printmaker Scott Holford is a practicing artist and art educator in the Philadelphia region. He has a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Printmaking and he is sole proprietor of Golden Key Prints, a business he started in 2016. Throughout the year, under GKP, you can find him at local art shows and festivals. Scott uses a variety of printmaking techniques in his work, but most notably etching and screenprinting. You can find his screenprinting work at Lumos on our branded tanks and tees!
Social Media: @goldenkeyprints
Minda Living
Minda Living is a socially conscious lifestyle brand. Their collections are crafted by artisan hands, from sustainably sourced materials. They believe in ethical production, artisan empowerment, limiting our impact on the earth, and maximizing our impact on the people and communities we touch. They believe in beautiful product, with a purpose and a story. In early 2019, we collaborated with Minda Living on a co-branded leather yoga mat carry strap, with part of the proceeds going to PawIt4Ward, a local organization.
Email: hello@mindaliving.com
Social Media: @mindaliving
Neighborhood Potters
Neighborhood Potters is Fairmount’s local pottery studio. Run by Sandy and Neil, they produce functional pottery that enriches daily life - Sandy’s pieces are often produced through hand-building, while Neil often works on a potter’s wheel. Throughout the year, they offer pottery classes which we can personally attest are a great way to relieve stress in a creative outlet. Swing by their store at 2034 Fairmount to window shop, or browse their selection online!
Email: pots@sandiandneil.com
Social Media: @neighborhoodpotters