Sweet spot

Chicago Reader / by Isa Giallorenzo / February 28, 2025

Retail therapy is real, especially if you step inside MOLASSES. It’s a charming boutique tucked in a cozy, sunlit space below street level. MOLASSES is the shop equivalent of a stroll along a breezy beach. The air inside the store is actually infused with fresh scents, thanks to P.F. Candle Co. soy candles carefully selected by owner Shea Morrill. “Growing up on the Maine coast, surrounded by rocky beaches and pine forests, so much of my inspiration comes from the natural world,” she says.

The store is a reflection of Morrill’s artistic background. An art educator, painter, jewelry maker, and photographer, Morrill has crafted an inviting space that radiates warmth, attention to detail, and relaxed sophistication. The shop offers a thoughtfully curated selection of goods at surprisingly affordable prices. Read More Here.