A Columbus boutique is pulling up roots to relocate to the Queen City. Hinoki Boutique, a clothing store with a focus on sustainability, ethical sourcing and thoughtful design, will open this weekend in Over-the-Rhine at 1326 Vine Street.
Owner Amy Fisher, a Cincinnati native, was looking to be closer to home. The commute to Columbus from her corporate graphic design job downtown ultimately became unsustainable, inspiring the boutique’s relocation.
“When I started thinking about bringing Hinoki to Cincinnati, finding the right space was essential,” Fisher said. “The Vine Street location immediately stood out, and its size — nearly triple our Columbus storefront — has allowed me to grow the collection and create an environment where clients can truly experience the boutique.”
With a focus on curating timeless, beautifully made pieces, Hinoki is designed to help clients feel confident, seen and true to themselves. Rooted in values of empathy, intentionality and creativity, Fisher aims to create a shopping experience that feels warm and genuinely personal.
Beyond expanding the product assortment, Fisher envisions the larger space as a hub for workshops, pop-ups, and community-driven events like yoga, Pilates, and jewelry making. Looking ahead, she also hopes to welcome local artists into the space to display and sell their work.
“Hinoki’s new storefront is one of our larger retail spaces, so our leasing team was very intentional about identifying a concept that could fully activate the space — one that would draw customers in and bring added energy and vibrancy to the Vine Street shopping district,” said Christy Samad, EVP of Civic and Commercial Space Activations for 3CDC in a statement. “Hinoki enhances the surrounding business mix and strengthens OTR as an all-day destination for shopping, dining, and beyond.”
Hinoki’s soft opening is this weekend, with limited hours on Saturday through Monday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Next weekend, the boutique will host its official grand opening, set to take place Friday, May 29, through Sunday, May 31, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. To celebrate, patrons will receive a gift with any purchase and can enjoy wine, champagne, or a cocktail while shopping.
Following the grand opening, the boutique’s regular operating hours will be Wednesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. For more information, visit the official website.