Year in Review: Wheaton's New Businesses in 2012

From resale clothing stores to a national movie theater chain, Wheaton's economic development department has been busy bringing new businesses to town in 2012. 

Billy's Closet with pieces by designers Armani, Christian Dior and Ralph Lauren lining the walls.

Five Guys burgers opened at 141 Danada Square East in the spring.

Fashion jewelry chain Charming Charlie opened its doors at 261 Town Square Wheaton in May.

Movie theater and restaurant Studio Movie Grill opened in Rice Lake Square on June 8, becoming Wheaton's only movie theater and one of 10 destination theaters in a Forbes' list of "Movie Theaters Worth Traveling For."

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Wear & Share, an upscale children’s consignment shop, opened at 139 N. Hale St. in downtown Wheaton on Labor Day, after about two years at its College Avenue location. The store consigns children's clothing, toys, furniture and books in good condition, sold at the "upscale, clean, whimsical" store, said Wear & Share owner Kate Roche.

Elite Feet Dance Center, a dance center for children from toddlers to teens opened fall at 246 Geneva Road in Wheaton, moving from its original location at 525 Crescent Boulevard in Glen Ellyn.

Frocks and Frills Vintage opened in September at 203 S. Hale St. in downtown Wheaton. The store sells vintage men's and women's clothes, accessories and jewelry from the 1800s to 1980s.

Prairie Path Outfitters opened Nov. 16 at 360 W. Front St. The outerwear store carries LOKI outerwear and upcycled Green Guru accessories—from iPad cases to messenger bags and backpacks.

Wheaton Chiropractic Spine & Joint Center also opened in the fall, next store to Prairie Path Outfitters at 340 W. Front St. Owner Dr. Scott Hallums, DC, has joined Patch as a blogger, sharing his expertise on back pain.

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