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Two Businesses, One Festive Tradition
Panaché Apparel and Accessories and Antonian Salon
Welcome the Holidays While Celebrating Milestone Years on the Gulf Coast
story by Cherie Ward
photos courtesy of Panaché Apparel and Accessories and Antonian Salon
Some things never go out of style—good friendships, loyal
customers, and a little holiday cheer.
Two neighboring Gulfport businesses are bringing all three
together this month as Panaché Apparel and Accessories and
Antonian Salon welcome shoppers for their annual holiday open
houses, complete with seasonal savings, special gifts, and festive
refreshments.
Panaché kicks off its three-day event November 9-11, while
Antonian joins the festivities November 10-11, giving shoppers
plenty of opportunities to get a head start on holiday shopping.
At Panaché, owner Rebeca Cowart is offering 20 percent off
everything in the store, along with new merchandise, holiday
gifts, candles, and doorbuster deals on Mica jeans. The first
10 customers making a purchase each day will receive a
complimentary gift, and shoppers can enjoy hors d’oeuvres and
wine, with wine served from 4-6 p.m.
Just steps away, Antonian Salon owner Ann Marie Walley is
offering 20 percent off retail products and gift certificates, along
with giveaways, prize drawings, and refreshments. Spirits will be
served from 4-6 p.m.
18 | November 2026 The neighboring businesses have coordinated their holiday
open houses for years, creating a convenient stop for shoppers
looking to check off their holiday shopping lists while enjoying
a little seasonal fun. Walley said the shared schedule encourages
customers to explore both businesses, and the owners even
contribute gifts to each other’s giveaways.
This year’s holiday festivities come during a milestone year
for both businesses. Panaché marks its 20th anniversary
November 20, while Antonian recently celebrated 30 years
in business.
What began as a business connection decades ago blossomed
into a lasting friendship, with Cowart and Walley becoming
not only neighboring business owners but each other’s biggest
cheerleaders.
“We cross-market a lot, and we send people back and forth,”
Walley said.
While the two businesses boast 50 years of combined history,
their shared tradition is to look ahead, welcome the season,
celebrate their customers, and spread a little holiday magic along
the way.
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