Jersey, cheap, and small are descriptors for a date from hell.

Unless it’s at Strut, a new Lovers Lane fashion boutique by way of Austin.

The trendy shop (graphic wallpaper, animal-print ottomans, white tulip tables, a plum suede checkout counter) is owned by the same people behind ATX’s Strut and Caroline’s clothing stores.

Our version is a hybrid offering everything from edgy pumps to cozy, chunky sweaters. Some of the labels may ring a bell (Esley, Rock Revival denim), but most fly under the radar. No matter since styles average about $40 and cover preppies, hipsters, and hippies with minidresses, leather booties, and lacy tops.

It’s hard to leave the accessory sections empty-handed with the heaps of affordable cocktail rings, beaded necklaces, graphic scarves, and studded hobos.

As in the bag, not Hoboken.

Strut, 4348 Lovers Lane (214-361-8519).

Photo: Courtesy of Strut