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The Boutique Summit | The Boutique Hub

The Boutique Summit 101

Less than 30 days until the start of the 2018 Boutique Summit…but who’s counting? Oh, that’s right, WE ARE! We are over the moon excited to be going back to Dallas Market Center, for our second Boutique Summit! The Boutique Summit is the boutique fashion industry’s biggest educational event of the year, connecting hundreds of growing retailers, wholesale brands, designers, and industry insiders to discover the latest in innovation, proven

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Strappy Sandals

The shoe that gets the most wear during the spring and summer months is no doubt your go-to sandals! The strappy sandals we found the most practical for multiple outfits were black or neutral toned! Sandals obviously come in multiply styles so we included strappy sandal styles that will meet the minimalists needs to the boho- chic type! All these sandals are perfect to rock all day long, accommodating any

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Mother’s Day Gifts

Mother’s day is right around the corner, and we thought we could help with the gift search! All those amazing moms out there deserve recognition for all they do, so why not spoil them with a fabulous gift! We found a variety of gifts that any mother will love, from bath bombs to stylish accessories! Rodeo Boutique || Fairy Bomb $ 8.00 Twig and Willow || Coco Rose Body Polish

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Episode #13: Scaling a million dollar brand from your kitchen table, with Meredith Jurica, Founder of Makeup Junkie Bags

It’s rare to hit $1 million in sales in your first year with a product you sewed at your kitchen table. Meredith Jurica did it and she continues to speed down the highway to success that few can get on. Hear how she built a magnetic brand that customers flock to, while she has simultaneously has kicked fear in the face to keep growing. Her passion, determination and faith in

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The Must Have Mini Backpack

Almost every designer out there has put their twist on this mini backpack trend and we wanted to pull some of our favorites from your boutiques! Mini backpacks are definitely a stylish accessory but also so convenient ! All the essentials you need for a day out can fit perfectly in your mini backpack and be carried with style and ease! Check out these amazing mini backpacks, from sequence to

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Episode #12: Mastering Facebook Ads & Retargeting: The Secret to Success for Boutique Retail, with Reza Khadjavi of Shoelace

Holy cow, grab a pencil before you listen to this episode. Reza & Ashley break down the nitty-gritty details of Facebook Ads, from conversion rates, sales funnels, and so much more. If you have an e-commerce store, you NEED to be retargeting. As Reza says in this podcast, not every visitor to your site will have a credit card in their hand the first time they visit. How will you

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Finding The Perfect Jumpsuit

Jumpsuits come in many varieties and we are here to help you jump on one of the hottest trends this season, and find the best one for you! First, it’s deciding the look you’re going for… a more casual jumpsuit you could rock all day, or something more formal? Next it’s finding the perfect fit for you, the great thing about jumpsuits is both the a cropped and full length

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Why Story Matters: Learn from an icon who has helped build multiple iconic western brands. With Keith Mundee, President of American Hat Company | Boutique Chat Podcast

Episode #11: Why Story Matters: Learn from an icon who has helped build multiple iconic western brands. With Keith Mundee, President of American Hat Company

Keith Mundee is an icon in the western apparel industry, not only for the brands he has helped to build but for the man that he is. Once you meet Keith, you’ll have an instant connection and appreciation for his view of the apparel industry and how serving is the art of the deal in selling. In today’s episode, hear how Keith built some of the most recognized brands in

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All Things Gingham

Summer is approaching (yay!) and that has us all itching for some fun summer pieces! Want to know the hottest summer pattern?! Gingham and it’s taking over in almost every shape and size! Gingham is an amazing and timeless print that is simplistic but eye catching, so it’s better to pair with any of your favorite basics. Matching gingham with a bold color, either a statement earring or solid top

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Episode #10: Creating a Magnetic Wholesale Line Customers Love, with Chad Riggins owner of Texas True Threads

Have you ever wondered how some wholesale brands seem to take off?  Is it the product? The terms? Or is it the team behind it all? Well, today we are answering your questions by saying, “All of the above” as we meet Chad Riggins, the owner of Texas True Threads, a lifestyle graphic tee brand based in Spearman, Texas.  Not only is Chad successful with Texas True, but with his

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The Boutique Summit | The Boutique Hub

The Boutique Summit 101

Less than 30 days until the start of the 2018 Boutique Summit…but who’s counting? Oh, that’s right, WE ARE! We are over the moon excited to be going back to Dallas Market Center, for our second Boutique Summit! The Boutique Summit is the boutique fashion industry’s biggest educational event of the year, connecting hundreds of growing retailers, wholesale brands, designers, and industry insiders to discover the latest in innovation, proven

Read More

Strappy Sandals

The shoe that gets the most wear during the spring and summer months is no doubt your go-to sandals! The strappy sandals we found the most practical for multiple outfits were black or neutral toned! Sandals obviously come in multiply styles so we included strappy sandal styles that will meet the minimalists needs to the boho- chic type! All these sandals are perfect to rock all day long, accommodating any

Read More

Mother’s Day Gifts

Mother’s day is right around the corner, and we thought we could help with the gift search! All those amazing moms out there deserve recognition for all they do, so why not spoil them with a fabulous gift! We found a variety of gifts that any mother will love, from bath bombs to stylish accessories! Rodeo Boutique || Fairy Bomb $ 8.00 Twig and Willow || Coco Rose Body Polish

Read More

Episode #13: Scaling a million dollar brand from your kitchen table, with Meredith Jurica, Founder of Makeup Junkie Bags

It’s rare to hit $1 million in sales in your first year with a product you sewed at your kitchen table. Meredith Jurica did it and she continues to speed down the highway to success that few can get on. Hear how she built a magnetic brand that customers flock to, while she has simultaneously has kicked fear in the face to keep growing. Her passion, determination and faith in

Read More

The Must Have Mini Backpack

Almost every designer out there has put their twist on this mini backpack trend and we wanted to pull some of our favorites from your boutiques! Mini backpacks are definitely a stylish accessory but also so convenient ! All the essentials you need for a day out can fit perfectly in your mini backpack and be carried with style and ease! Check out these amazing mini backpacks, from sequence to

Read More

Episode #12: Mastering Facebook Ads & Retargeting: The Secret to Success for Boutique Retail, with Reza Khadjavi of Shoelace

Holy cow, grab a pencil before you listen to this episode. Reza & Ashley break down the nitty-gritty details of Facebook Ads, from conversion rates, sales funnels, and so much more. If you have an e-commerce store, you NEED to be retargeting. As Reza says in this podcast, not every visitor to your site will have a credit card in their hand the first time they visit. How will you

Read More

Finding The Perfect Jumpsuit

Jumpsuits come in many varieties and we are here to help you jump on one of the hottest trends this season, and find the best one for you! First, it’s deciding the look you’re going for… a more casual jumpsuit you could rock all day, or something more formal? Next it’s finding the perfect fit for you, the great thing about jumpsuits is both the a cropped and full length

Read More
Why Story Matters: Learn from an icon who has helped build multiple iconic western brands. With Keith Mundee, President of American Hat Company | Boutique Chat Podcast

Episode #11: Why Story Matters: Learn from an icon who has helped build multiple iconic western brands. With Keith Mundee, President of American Hat Company

Keith Mundee is an icon in the western apparel industry, not only for the brands he has helped to build but for the man that he is. Once you meet Keith, you’ll have an instant connection and appreciation for his view of the apparel industry and how serving is the art of the deal in selling. In today’s episode, hear how Keith built some of the most recognized brands in

Read More

All Things Gingham

Summer is approaching (yay!) and that has us all itching for some fun summer pieces! Want to know the hottest summer pattern?! Gingham and it’s taking over in almost every shape and size! Gingham is an amazing and timeless print that is simplistic but eye catching, so it’s better to pair with any of your favorite basics. Matching gingham with a bold color, either a statement earring or solid top

Read More

Episode #10: Creating a Magnetic Wholesale Line Customers Love, with Chad Riggins owner of Texas True Threads

Have you ever wondered how some wholesale brands seem to take off?  Is it the product? The terms? Or is it the team behind it all? Well, today we are answering your questions by saying, “All of the above” as we meet Chad Riggins, the owner of Texas True Threads, a lifestyle graphic tee brand based in Spearman, Texas.  Not only is Chad successful with Texas True, but with his

Read More
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