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New Clothing Store to Open in Merrick

Vanilla Sky will open at 2205 Merrick Road.

Vanilla Sky, a clothing boutique, is set to open at 2205 Merrick Road.

The fashion store, which was established in 2009, sells "high quality fashionable apparel" at an affordable price. 

The new business will be adjacent to the The Vine Wine Bar and EyeWorks

In the coming weeks, more new businesses will be opening on Merrick Road, including Chocolate Works,  Danny's Chinese KitchenFor Goodness Steaks and Dessert City Cafe

Robert Friedman, owner of EyeWorks, said that he welcomes the boutique.

"It's always good to have new stores and this is a tough area," he said. "Anytime a new store comes in, they have to be ready and be on top of their game." 

Debra DiFrisco, an employee at EyeWorks agreed.

"It's always good to get a store in here," she said. "A full line of stores helps all of us." 

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