Mount Pleasant Magazine Nov/Dec 2016

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For Ladies and Gentlemen
Henry & Eva
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Looking Good
Start and finish your
holiday shopping at just one store in
Mount Pleasant: Henry & Eva. Step
inside and see an array of gorgeous,
handcrafted knives, outdoor products,
women’s jewelry, décor and gifts that
are truly one-of-a-kind.
Wesley and Jeff Kennedy opened the shop two years
ago in the Moultrie Plaza on Coleman Boulevard. After
decades in the scrap metal business,
Jeff started the concept as a knife
store with the biggest selection in South Carolina. With
Wesley’s 25 years of retail
experience, they expanded
the inventory to make it a
space where both men and
women feel at home.
The name “Henry &
Eva” lends itself perfectly to
the store’s unique balance
between the masculine
and feminine vibes of the
boutique. The vintage
photos of Henry and Eva on
the wall behind the register
tell a story that dates back
to before Jeff and Wesley
were born. Henry was Jeff’s
grandfather, an avid outdoor enthusiast. Eva was Wesley’s
beautiful and mysterious great grandmother, whom Wesley
never met but feels a deep, unexplained connection to.
Anyone of any age on any budget can walk in, feel
welcomed and enjoy a personalized shopping experience.
You’ll see lots of independent, smaller brands and
designers, with almost everything in the store made locally
or regionally.
Finding a great gift for the man in your life can be
challenging. Whether you’re searching for a hunting
knife, a pocketknife or an oyster knife, Henry & Eva has
an enormous selection. With two huge display cases and
hundreds of options, you’ll discover the perfect, one-of-a-kind
design. Woody handmade knives are all unique, with different
woodwork and metal detailing on each of the handles.
By Charlize Burns
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Other men’s gift ideas include leather goods and Field
Notes, flashlights, gadgets, man cans (candles that have a
masculine scent like campfire, dirt or coffee) and more.
If he’s the adventurous type, find tons of everyday carry
and travel gear. For the fashion-forward dude, pick out
a colorful Garb Designs bowtie with a unique twist: A
geologist handcrafts the fabric from real geologic patterns
observed under a microscope, like a grain of sand from
Folly Beach. That’s something you won’t find anywhere
else in the local market.
For women, you’ll find countless gift ideas, from
the luxurious leather and cowhide Canoe brand bags,
to luscious felted soaps,
three-wick candles, funky
coasters, retro-inspired wall
art, journals, scarves, mugs
and dozens of beautiful
jewelry designs. A map
of Charleston, Savannah
or Asheville made into a
jigsaw puzzle also makes a
great gift.
Everyone can appreciate
the witty greeting cards,
wine glasses and bestselling
sassy socks from Blue
Q that are sure to make
anyone crack a smile.
The number one priority for Jeff and Wesley is
building personal relationships with their customers.
The shop was voted one of the best retail customer
service experiences in the 2016 Best of Mount Pleasant
competition. One or both of them is always there, so
Jeff, Wesley and their friend and associate, Kim Kistler,
encourage you to stop in any time to say hello and begin
your holiday shopping.
You can find Henry & Eva online and on social media
@HenryAndEva, but the best way to enjoy the store is in
person. The warm atmosphere and unparalleled level of
service and attention to detail is what makes this shop
stand out from all the rest. For more information, call
843-388-4253.
The name henry & eva lends itself perfectly to the store’s unique
balance between the masculine and feminine vibes of the boutique.
Photo by Holger Obenaus.