New: The Collective Boutiques opens first marketplace in Alabama on Hwy 280

The Collective Boutiques, a community-driven marketplace with hundreds of independent small businesses, makers and boutique owners under one roof, has opened its first location in Alabama at the River Ridge Shopping Center off Highway 280 in Birmingham.

Located at 4612 US-280, in the former Painted Tree space, the new retailer between Academy Sports and Marshalls first opened its doors to the shoppers on Saturday, October 24, 2026.

The Collective Boutiques offers similar experience to former Hwy 280 retailer

The Collective Boutiques, a which features vendors selling a variety of items, is similar to the Painted Tree, which closed suddenly nationwide in April 2026. 

According to Franklin, Tennessee’s Williamson Herald, the company’s CEO, Melanie Greer, who was a shop owner in all 61 Painted Tree locations, launched the new company weeks after the closures.

Shop nearly 200 vendors at The Collective Boutiques in Birmingham

The River Ridge store has nearly 200 vendors selling items like:

• Bedding
• Candles
• Casual-wear
• Dresses + blouses
• Homemade sauces
• Leather goods
• Olive oils + balsamic vinegar
• Stuffed animals + children’s books

Visit The Collective Boutiques in Birmingham

• The Collective Boutiques: Website | Facebook
• Hours: Open daily, 10AM–8PM
• Address: 4612 US-280, Birmingham, AL 35242

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