Patch Picks: Top 5 Temecula Boutiques

Unless you’re in a mountain resort clinging to the final embers of ski season, spring has at least politely previewed its presence this year.

It’s out with the old, in with the new, not just in your garden or back yard but in your clothing selection as well. So, as you stash away those Snuggies and North Face jackets for later this year, what retail additions will you make to bring new life to your wardrobe?

To those in need of spring cleaning tips for their closets, please consult our picks for the top five boutiques in the Temecula area.

: If you're looking for a colorful, hand-crafted ensemble to spruce up your spring, Cactus Flower may be for you. With a local designer hand-dyeing all the apparel for this Old Town shop, you're sure to find a unique combination that's both comfortable and chic for women of all ages.

If you desire designer brands like True Religion, Juicy Couture and Tylie Malibu and would like to know that your money's supporting a good cause. take a trip to Tangerine. Since they started this shop in 2002, Leigh Donovan and Jennifer Gabrielli have focused on friendly customer service and raising money for organizations like Camp Del Corazon, the Boys & Girls Club, Charity for Charity and Michelle's Place.

: For those in need of a hip-hop fix, come check out one of the most unique stores in the Promenade mall. In this fun atmosphere, men will find a great selection of jeans, hats, shoes, T-shirts and collared shirts while women will dig the variety of jeans, tops, dresses, skirts, belts and jewelry.

: Thirsting for a new store you may not have discovered? Since Soma opened in 2009, it has quickly become a local hot-spot for top-shelf bras, lingerie, sleepwear and relaxation wear. With a comprehensive array of intimate selections, Soma employs full-time professionals in the store for bra fittings, ensuring the most comfortable and sexy fit for consumers.

: How many places can you find inexpensive-but-still-chic pre-worn clothes while also being able to sell your own clothes for a cut of the profit? Not many but here. Owner Robin Elder had always borrowed clothes from girlfriends' closets and opened the store for like minds.