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10 Costly Retail Mistakes Boutique Owners Make (And How to Fix Them With Retail Bootcamp)

10 Costly Retail Mistakes Boutique Owners Make (And How to Fix Them With Retail Bootcamp)

Running a boutique business can be one of the most rewarding—and challenging—adventures. Whether you’re just starting your boutique or you’ve been in business for years, it’s easy to fall into common traps that hold your growth back. The good news? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it out on your own either.

That’s where Retail Bootcamp comes in. This proven boutique coaching program is designed to help boutique owners like you grow smarter, more profitably, and with a clear plan in place.

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Winter Market Roundup: Atlanta, Dallas & Las Vegas A Boutique Hub Guide for Gift, Home & Lifestyle Retailers

Winter Gift & Home Market Roundup: Atlanta, Dallas & Las Vegas

A Boutique Hub Guide for Gift, Home & Lifestyle Retailers Winter markets are where the buying year truly begins and 2026 is no exception! From gifts and décor to lifestyle and curated home goods, Atlanta, Dallas, and Las Vegas offer three of the most essential winter buying experiences for retailers. Whether you’re a seasoned gift shop owner or an apparel boutique expanding into lifestyle categories, these markets are key to

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Your Boutique Has a Voice. It’s Time Your Marketing Did Too

Your Boutique Has a Voice. It’s Time Your Marketing Did Too.

“Your boutique already has a voice customers trust. SellSavvy helps you make sure your marketing finally sounds like it.”
Your audience doesn’t need more noise — they want more you. They want connection, personality, and that one-on-one feel that made them fall in love with your brand in the first place. SellSavvy helps you deliver that at scale, turning every customer interaction into an opportunity to sell smarter — not louder.

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The Boutique Hub at MAGIC NYC

The Hub Team is heading to MAGIC New York again and we couldn’t be more excited! With over 320+ brands, you are sure to find more MAGIC in a (New York) minute! 

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The Boutique Hub is Heading to PGA Orlando!

The Boutique Hub is heading to the PGA Show in Orlando. Tapping into the fast-growing golf apparel market projected to hit $13B by 2032. Golf fashion is evolving beyond the course, creating big opportunities for boutique retailers. The Hub team will be connecting with brands, discovering new trends, and offering live education and retail audits at the event on July 28th. Boutique owners interested in athleisure, activewear, or preppy styles should consider adding golf-inspired looks to their lineup. VIP perks available through The Hub’s exclusive registration link.

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2025 Wrapped: The Boutique Hub Community by the Numbers

2025 Wrapped: The Boutique Hub Community by the Numbers

From thousands of daily conversations to millions of podcast downloads, 2025 was a powerful year for The Boutique Hub community. This recap breaks down the biggest wins, trends, and milestones—and shows how retailers can turn that momentum into a clear plan for an even stronger year ahead.

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Sales Tax & Nexus Simplified

Sales Tax & Nexus Simplified

Sales tax and nexus can feel like one giant headache — but it doesn’t have to be. If you sell across state lines, even online, you’re expected to collect and remit sales tax based on where your customers live… and those rules change constantly. Understanding when you’ve triggered nexus (and in which states) is the key to staying compliant and avoiding costly penalties. This guide breaks it all down in simple terms, so you can finally feel confident about what you owe, where you owe it, and how to stay ahead of it.

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10 Costly Retail Mistakes Boutique Owners Make (And How to Fix Them With Retail Bootcamp)

10 Costly Retail Mistakes Boutique Owners Make (And How to Fix Them With Retail Bootcamp)

Running a boutique business can be one of the most rewarding—and challenging—adventures. Whether you’re just starting your boutique or you’ve been in business for years, it’s easy to fall into common traps that hold your growth back. The good news? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it out on your own either.

That’s where Retail Bootcamp comes in. This proven boutique coaching program is designed to help boutique owners like you grow smarter, more profitably, and with a clear plan in place.

Read More
Winter Market Roundup: Atlanta, Dallas & Las Vegas A Boutique Hub Guide for Gift, Home & Lifestyle Retailers

Winter Gift & Home Market Roundup: Atlanta, Dallas & Las Vegas

A Boutique Hub Guide for Gift, Home & Lifestyle Retailers Winter markets are where the buying year truly begins and 2026 is no exception! From gifts and décor to lifestyle and curated home goods, Atlanta, Dallas, and Las Vegas offer three of the most essential winter buying experiences for retailers. Whether you’re a seasoned gift shop owner or an apparel boutique expanding into lifestyle categories, these markets are key to

Read More
Your Boutique Has a Voice. It’s Time Your Marketing Did Too

Your Boutique Has a Voice. It’s Time Your Marketing Did Too.

“Your boutique already has a voice customers trust. SellSavvy helps you make sure your marketing finally sounds like it.”
Your audience doesn’t need more noise — they want more you. They want connection, personality, and that one-on-one feel that made them fall in love with your brand in the first place. SellSavvy helps you deliver that at scale, turning every customer interaction into an opportunity to sell smarter — not louder.

Read More

The Boutique Hub at MAGIC NYC

The Hub Team is heading to MAGIC New York again and we couldn’t be more excited! With over 320+ brands, you are sure to find more MAGIC in a (New York) minute! 

Read More

The Boutique Hub is Heading to PGA Orlando!

The Boutique Hub is heading to the PGA Show in Orlando. Tapping into the fast-growing golf apparel market projected to hit $13B by 2032. Golf fashion is evolving beyond the course, creating big opportunities for boutique retailers. The Hub team will be connecting with brands, discovering new trends, and offering live education and retail audits at the event on July 28th. Boutique owners interested in athleisure, activewear, or preppy styles should consider adding golf-inspired looks to their lineup. VIP perks available through The Hub’s exclusive registration link.

Read More
2025 Wrapped: The Boutique Hub Community by the Numbers

2025 Wrapped: The Boutique Hub Community by the Numbers

From thousands of daily conversations to millions of podcast downloads, 2025 was a powerful year for The Boutique Hub community. This recap breaks down the biggest wins, trends, and milestones—and shows how retailers can turn that momentum into a clear plan for an even stronger year ahead.

Read More
Sales Tax & Nexus Simplified

Sales Tax & Nexus Simplified

Sales tax and nexus can feel like one giant headache — but it doesn’t have to be. If you sell across state lines, even online, you’re expected to collect and remit sales tax based on where your customers live… and those rules change constantly. Understanding when you’ve triggered nexus (and in which states) is the key to staying compliant and avoiding costly penalties. This guide breaks it all down in simple terms, so you can finally feel confident about what you owe, where you owe it, and how to stay ahead of it.

Read More