Emerald Layne, Baton Rouge’s greenest new gift store, officially opens Nov. 6 in the Southdowns Village space that formerly housed LD Linens & Décor, 225 Magazine reports. Inside the Perkins Road shop, shelves are stocked with charming knickknacks, clothing, décor and other household wares. Owner Paula O’Neal and store manager Abbie Bayham have carefully curated a collection of locally made goods and unique finds. They say the boutique caters to different price points and interests. They’ve picked out goodies for children, moms and teachers—and there’s an array of cool gifts for men, too, since “there’s only so many flasks you can buy,” O’Neal jokes. O’Neal, who is also director of operations at Phil’s Oyster Bar & Seafood, says she always wanted her own store. When a space became available just steps away from Phil’s, she knew it was the perfect opportunity. Read more from 225 Magazine.