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Spook-Tacular Graphic Tees for Fall

Happy Halloween! Be ahead of the curve this pumpkin spice season by shopping some of these amazing Boutique Hub vendors now.  They feature everything from Pumpkins to Frankenstein’s, a wide variety to serve any customer.   Find these brands in our wholesale marketplace on The Boutique Hub or in our Boutique Brands & Vendors Group for members! Prices below are listed at wholesale.  Connect with these brands for details!Lucille Bird &

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Hair Accessories: The Perfect Route to Building your Bottom Line

If you’ve been a member of The Boutique Hub for a while, it should be no surprise that in order to build a successful & profitable brand, margins are key. We typically recommend a 3x markup margin but sometimes that’s not always the easiest to maintain consistently.  Accessories are great margin builders and provide a quick way to boost your profit after the traditional end of season sales. Today, we’ve

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Episode #29: How to Build a Brand that Empowers Others and Forges Good in the World, with Missy Robertson, Laminin Designs and Duck Dynasty

One of the most important missions to Missy Robertson and her family has been to work selflessly to help others find faith and inner joy through charity. Missy has established Laminin House to provide jobs for women in the West Monroe area with a desire for community in a supportive work environment. Each piece of jewelry is inspired by southern femininity and a love for the outdoors. It is individually

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Episode #28: Changing the Experience and Preparing for Markets with Desiree Hanson, VP of Fashion Events at WWIN

Women’s Wear in Nevada has been a premiere show in Las Vegas for decades and Des is on the forefront of changing the experience this show offers. From educational events to recognizing the trends in retailer and consumer buying, get ready for a fresh WWIN. >> EPISODE 28 – LISTEN NOW ON iTunes << Don’t Have iTunes? Listen on Libsyn here See the Full Boutique Chat Podcast Website here ABOUT

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Episode #27: Breaking Down Point of Sale System Data and How to Use it, with Lightspeed Retail

Girl, grab a pen. This podcast answers questions you’ve been searching for and we go in-depth on what technology is most important for your boutique. Point of sale systems helps you better manage your inventory for e-commerce and brick and mortar stores. >> EPISODE 27- LISTEN NOW ON iTunes << Don’t Have iTunes? Listen on Libsyn here See the Full Boutique Chat Podcast Website here #BOUTIQUEBOSS BREAKFAST: at WWIN @

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Cheer-Worthy Wholesale Game Day Essentials

We’ve got the spirit, do you!? It should come as no surprise to you (especially if you are from the south) that game day inventory is a must!  We have pulled together some of our favorite pieces to get your customers into that Friday night lights fever. Find these brands in our wholesale marketplace on The Boutique Hub or in our Boutique Brands & Vendors Group for members! Prices below

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Episode #26: Boutique Hub Birthday: Ask Ashley Anything (Part 2)

Hang with us in this episode we had some technical difficulties, don’t worry you’ll get a good laugh! If you didn’t listen to part 1, The Boutique Hub turns 5 years old this month and to celebrate we’re asking Ashley, the founder, anything and everything from business tips, to how she built the Hub, and the dirty secrets about her obsession with tacos and Will Ferrell.  This is part 2

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#BOUTIQUEBOSS Store Swag Update! All proceeds go to Charity

Ok, girls-you might remember back in February we ran a contest for some new #BOUTIQUEBOSS swag for you, the boutique owner, to proudly represent your boutique owner status! If you were at Summit you have probably already seen some of these in person, but if not you are in for a treat because they are loaded up on our Boutique Boss Store and ready for purchase!   To give a little

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Episode #25: WWDMagic: Spring 19 Trends, Business Tips & Life in Fashion, with Kelly Helfman, Brand Director at WWDMagic

Viva Las Vegas! Before we attend one of the season’s biggest apparel markets, we are getting you ready to maximize your trip to Las Vegas. WWD Magic Brand Director, Kelly Helfman is breaking down everything you need to know from the shows all week, trend analysis of what’s coming for spring, and sharing insider business tips for boutiques. Kelly is a total mom meets fashionista and takes us inside of

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Back to School Wholesale Guide

It’s hard to believe that in less than a month everyone will be heading back to school!   While heading back to school can be a hectic time, we have done our homework and gathered some of our favorite pieces for everyone from students to teachers! Find these brands in our Wholesale Marketplace on The Boutique Hub or in our Boutique Brands & Vendors Group for members! Prices below are

Read More »

Spook-Tacular Graphic Tees for Fall

Happy Halloween! Be ahead of the curve this pumpkin spice season by shopping some of these amazing Boutique Hub vendors now.  They feature everything from Pumpkins to Frankenstein’s, a wide variety to serve any customer.   Find these brands in our wholesale marketplace on The Boutique Hub or in our Boutique Brands & Vendors Group for members! Prices below are listed at wholesale.  Connect with these brands for details!Lucille Bird &

Read More »

Hair Accessories: The Perfect Route to Building your Bottom Line

If you’ve been a member of The Boutique Hub for a while, it should be no surprise that in order to build a successful & profitable brand, margins are key. We typically recommend a 3x markup margin but sometimes that’s not always the easiest to maintain consistently.  Accessories are great margin builders and provide a quick way to boost your profit after the traditional end of season sales. Today, we’ve

Read More »

Episode #29: How to Build a Brand that Empowers Others and Forges Good in the World, with Missy Robertson, Laminin Designs and Duck Dynasty

One of the most important missions to Missy Robertson and her family has been to work selflessly to help others find faith and inner joy through charity. Missy has established Laminin House to provide jobs for women in the West Monroe area with a desire for community in a supportive work environment. Each piece of jewelry is inspired by southern femininity and a love for the outdoors. It is individually

Read More »

Episode #28: Changing the Experience and Preparing for Markets with Desiree Hanson, VP of Fashion Events at WWIN

Women’s Wear in Nevada has been a premiere show in Las Vegas for decades and Des is on the forefront of changing the experience this show offers. From educational events to recognizing the trends in retailer and consumer buying, get ready for a fresh WWIN. >> EPISODE 28 – LISTEN NOW ON iTunes << Don’t Have iTunes? Listen on Libsyn here See the Full Boutique Chat Podcast Website here ABOUT

Read More »

Episode #27: Breaking Down Point of Sale System Data and How to Use it, with Lightspeed Retail

Girl, grab a pen. This podcast answers questions you’ve been searching for and we go in-depth on what technology is most important for your boutique. Point of sale systems helps you better manage your inventory for e-commerce and brick and mortar stores. >> EPISODE 27- LISTEN NOW ON iTunes << Don’t Have iTunes? Listen on Libsyn here See the Full Boutique Chat Podcast Website here #BOUTIQUEBOSS BREAKFAST: at WWIN @

Read More »

Cheer-Worthy Wholesale Game Day Essentials

We’ve got the spirit, do you!? It should come as no surprise to you (especially if you are from the south) that game day inventory is a must!  We have pulled together some of our favorite pieces to get your customers into that Friday night lights fever. Find these brands in our wholesale marketplace on The Boutique Hub or in our Boutique Brands & Vendors Group for members! Prices below

Read More »

Episode #26: Boutique Hub Birthday: Ask Ashley Anything (Part 2)

Hang with us in this episode we had some technical difficulties, don’t worry you’ll get a good laugh! If you didn’t listen to part 1, The Boutique Hub turns 5 years old this month and to celebrate we’re asking Ashley, the founder, anything and everything from business tips, to how she built the Hub, and the dirty secrets about her obsession with tacos and Will Ferrell.  This is part 2

Read More »

#BOUTIQUEBOSS Store Swag Update! All proceeds go to Charity

Ok, girls-you might remember back in February we ran a contest for some new #BOUTIQUEBOSS swag for you, the boutique owner, to proudly represent your boutique owner status! If you were at Summit you have probably already seen some of these in person, but if not you are in for a treat because they are loaded up on our Boutique Boss Store and ready for purchase!   To give a little

Read More »

Episode #25: WWDMagic: Spring 19 Trends, Business Tips & Life in Fashion, with Kelly Helfman, Brand Director at WWDMagic

Viva Las Vegas! Before we attend one of the season’s biggest apparel markets, we are getting you ready to maximize your trip to Las Vegas. WWD Magic Brand Director, Kelly Helfman is breaking down everything you need to know from the shows all week, trend analysis of what’s coming for spring, and sharing insider business tips for boutiques. Kelly is a total mom meets fashionista and takes us inside of

Read More »

Back to School Wholesale Guide

It’s hard to believe that in less than a month everyone will be heading back to school!   While heading back to school can be a hectic time, we have done our homework and gathered some of our favorite pieces for everyone from students to teachers! Find these brands in our Wholesale Marketplace on The Boutique Hub or in our Boutique Brands & Vendors Group for members! Prices below are

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