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TRYON—Over the weekend, Back Alley Boutique & Bud Bar held a soft opening for its new location at 226 S. Trade Street in Tryon. 

Owners Gabby Horvath and Ryan Mesa said that the new location for their business, which offers premium hemp products, is a perfect fit.

“I’ve been dreaming of opening a cute business in this spot for years, and it just happened to become available right when we needed to move, said Horvath. “It feels serendipitous.”

The new home of Back Alley Boutique was once a gas station, and visitors can feel a nostalgic touch upstairs in the new Bud Bar and lounge area., where an old picture of the former gas station is displayed. Now a membership-based space, the Bud Bar will offer day passes for those looking to enjoy its unique offerings. The owners are also planning a series of small member events.

“The soft opening at our new location was a lot of fun. We had a blast showing our regulars their new hangout space and connecting with new community members thanks to the improved visibility,” Mesa said. “The downstairs retail area utilizes the space efficiently, and upstairs, we have the Bud Bar, a private club with various membership options, including daily, monthly, and annual memberships.”

Back Alley Boutique & Bud Bar is open Sunday through Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.