The corridor has a long history in Philly and was once home to a thriving Black community.
(A 1963 song by the Orlons named it the hippest street in town.)
Every person in Philly has a South Street story, she says.
From left: Shannon Maldonado at Yowie, the Philadelphia boutique she founded; goods for sale at Yowie.Bre Furlong/Courtesy of Yowie
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The new building provides much more space to work with.
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I love that every room has its own identity, Maldonado explains.
Then every time you come back, you’ve got the option to have a different experience.
Distinctive guestroom details at the Yowie Hotel.Bre Furlong/Courtesy of Yowie
Its a choice that allows Maldonado to showcase more talent, with pieces from both established and emerging artists.
(As Maldonado notes, its the first time anyone asked.)
I just love thinking of those little moments to make it even more special, Maldonado tells me.
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Thats what makes independent hospitality so exciting we can do whatever we want.
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