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The Perfect Mother’s Day Gifts

Mother’s Day is just over a week away and if you’re anything like us, you’ve probably waited until the last minute to buy a gift. But now is not the time to throw something together all ‘willy-nilly’, moms everywhere deserve better! So we picked a few fun and classic gifts for the most special lady in your life…YOUR MAMA!

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Makeup Junkie Bags | The Boutique Hub

Makeup Junkie Bag: Brands We Love

We’re Makeup Junkie Bag obsessed, and if you aren’t already, you will be by the end of this blog post. Chances are, you’ve heard of Makeup Junkie Bags (MJB) from their spot on one of TV’s most looked-to entrepreneurial shows, Shark Tank, this past January. Prior to the show, MJB has always been a hit among The Boutique Hub’s boutiques, since our first Boutique Summit in 2017. We’re excited to

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FashionGo | The Boutique Hub

Clothing Wholesalers: Tips for Working With Them

We know by now that having the right suppliers and making strategic purchasing decisions can make or break your business. Whether you’re a new boutique owner just starting a boutique, or a long time incumbent trying to up your sales, one of the most important factors in running a successful boutique is the relationship you build with your clothing wholesalers. As a provider of an e-commerce marketplace, FashionGo has the

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Festival Fashion Staples For Everyday

You’ve all had to be drooling over all the amazing festival fashion that took place at Coachella & Stage Coach these past few weeks because we definitely were! There’s something about festival fashion aesthetic that is so pleasing, but can be extremely over the top and probably not the best to wear out for lunch. So we wanted to find some toned-down versions of festival fashion that you can wear any day!

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Boutique Customer Service, WOW THEM!

Dana Spinola, the founder of Fab’rik gives your host Ashley Alderson shares what it’s really like building a boutique brand across nearly 50 stores, even through a recession. Using her WOW customer service culture, Dana shares her heart & mission in a truly genuine and grounded nature. Get ready to talk burn out, growth and building a legacy you can be proud of. 

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The Boutique Hub

Boutique Owner Seminar

The Boutique Owner Seminar for those headed to the next level. Digital tickets still available. Less than 40 days until the start of the 2019 Boutique Summit…but who’s counting? Well, we know Beth is counting (we’re hoping to get her dancing on stage again). Truth be told we’re all doing a little countdown, and making our final preparations for the trip to Atlanta! The Boutique Summit is the boutique fashion

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Ask Your Clothing Supplier These 10 Questions

Welcome to part two of the Is It a Match? blog series! In part one, we covered how to find a clothing supplier for your boutique. In this blog, we’ll teach you the top 10 questions to ask your clothing manufacturer or wholesaler before contracting with them. These questions will not only help you vet potential suppliers to see if they meet your needs, but they might also get you

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Festive Style for Cinco de Mayo

It may be a very “Americanized” holiday, Cinco de Mayo isn’t exactly celebrated in Mexico but we’re all about it anyway right? From festive style outfits, cute tees and colorful accessories, Cinco de Mayo fashion is all about the FUN! Check out some of our favorites from this year’s Cinco de Mayo Style Round-Up. “Cinco de Mayo is boring… said no Juan ever.” Small Town Society | Tacos, Queso, Margs

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Balancing a Growing Business and Being a Mom

Tori Gerbig from Pink Lily Boutique talks to your host Ashley Alderson about her story and what’s happening inside of the Pink Lily including their amazing growth. Tori reveals some of their amazing strategies, how they’re working with influencers and what’s next for the Pink Lily.

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Paper Bag Shorts: Your New Favorite

You have most likely seen this trend everywhere, whether it’s on instagram, campaigns, or the runway. Paper bag shorts and pants are the new go to this year in the ready to wear fashion world. And we definitely don’t mind, not only are they comfy but also way more interesting then the basic button up short. The loose fitting short always looks good with a more fitted top. Pair your

Read More

The Perfect Mother’s Day Gifts

Mother’s Day is just over a week away and if you’re anything like us, you’ve probably waited until the last minute to buy a gift. But now is not the time to throw something together all ‘willy-nilly’, moms everywhere deserve better! So we picked a few fun and classic gifts for the most special lady in your life…YOUR MAMA!

Read More
Makeup Junkie Bags | The Boutique Hub

Makeup Junkie Bag: Brands We Love

We’re Makeup Junkie Bag obsessed, and if you aren’t already, you will be by the end of this blog post. Chances are, you’ve heard of Makeup Junkie Bags (MJB) from their spot on one of TV’s most looked-to entrepreneurial shows, Shark Tank, this past January. Prior to the show, MJB has always been a hit among The Boutique Hub’s boutiques, since our first Boutique Summit in 2017. We’re excited to

Read More
FashionGo | The Boutique Hub

Clothing Wholesalers: Tips for Working With Them

We know by now that having the right suppliers and making strategic purchasing decisions can make or break your business. Whether you’re a new boutique owner just starting a boutique, or a long time incumbent trying to up your sales, one of the most important factors in running a successful boutique is the relationship you build with your clothing wholesalers. As a provider of an e-commerce marketplace, FashionGo has the

Read More

Festival Fashion Staples For Everyday

You’ve all had to be drooling over all the amazing festival fashion that took place at Coachella & Stage Coach these past few weeks because we definitely were! There’s something about festival fashion aesthetic that is so pleasing, but can be extremely over the top and probably not the best to wear out for lunch. So we wanted to find some toned-down versions of festival fashion that you can wear any day!

Read More

Boutique Customer Service, WOW THEM!

Dana Spinola, the founder of Fab’rik gives your host Ashley Alderson shares what it’s really like building a boutique brand across nearly 50 stores, even through a recession. Using her WOW customer service culture, Dana shares her heart & mission in a truly genuine and grounded nature. Get ready to talk burn out, growth and building a legacy you can be proud of. 

Read More
The Boutique Hub

Boutique Owner Seminar

The Boutique Owner Seminar for those headed to the next level. Digital tickets still available. Less than 40 days until the start of the 2019 Boutique Summit…but who’s counting? Well, we know Beth is counting (we’re hoping to get her dancing on stage again). Truth be told we’re all doing a little countdown, and making our final preparations for the trip to Atlanta! The Boutique Summit is the boutique fashion

Read More

Ask Your Clothing Supplier These 10 Questions

Welcome to part two of the Is It a Match? blog series! In part one, we covered how to find a clothing supplier for your boutique. In this blog, we’ll teach you the top 10 questions to ask your clothing manufacturer or wholesaler before contracting with them. These questions will not only help you vet potential suppliers to see if they meet your needs, but they might also get you

Read More

Festive Style for Cinco de Mayo

It may be a very “Americanized” holiday, Cinco de Mayo isn’t exactly celebrated in Mexico but we’re all about it anyway right? From festive style outfits, cute tees and colorful accessories, Cinco de Mayo fashion is all about the FUN! Check out some of our favorites from this year’s Cinco de Mayo Style Round-Up. “Cinco de Mayo is boring… said no Juan ever.” Small Town Society | Tacos, Queso, Margs

Read More

Balancing a Growing Business and Being a Mom

Tori Gerbig from Pink Lily Boutique talks to your host Ashley Alderson about her story and what’s happening inside of the Pink Lily including their amazing growth. Tori reveals some of their amazing strategies, how they’re working with influencers and what’s next for the Pink Lily.

Read More

Paper Bag Shorts: Your New Favorite

You have most likely seen this trend everywhere, whether it’s on instagram, campaigns, or the runway. Paper bag shorts and pants are the new go to this year in the ready to wear fashion world. And we definitely don’t mind, not only are they comfy but also way more interesting then the basic button up short. The loose fitting short always looks good with a more fitted top. Pair your

Read More
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