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Shipping and Packaging: Creating a Unique Customer Experience that Drives Return Traffic

It’s hard to miss much of the retail news being covered by mainstream media today, this store-eating monster they call “The Retail Apocalypse”, but is this really accurate? Is this a downturn in retail, or is this simply the evolution of retail? And what does this all mean for boutiques? One word…Opportunity. As our customers and clients seek new experiences while shopping, it’s up to us to ask questions and

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Using Google Analytics Data to Increase Online Conversions For Boutiques

So you want more online sales but aren’t sure what your traffic patterns are? Kevin Costner was totally full of it on Field of Dreams when he said ‘If you build it, they will come.’  In business, this is probably the worst piece of advice you could EVER receive. If you build a website or social media presence, this does not mean anyone will come. Except for your mom. And

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The Boutique Awards | 2017 Winners

From over 400,000 votes cast, and 4,000 boutiques around the world nominated, the 2017 Boutique Awards Winners are here! Supporting small businesses and independent fashion boutique owners is defying what the media calls a ‘retail apocalypse,’ in a big way. Over the past 60 days, we’ve watched in awe as boutique shoppers from across the globe have gathered together to celebrate their favorite stores–stores that supply women, men and children

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Hurricane Harvey | The Boutique Hub

The Boutique Hub | Hurricane Harvey Support

Our entire boutique family at The Boutique Hub is coming together to support our #BoutiqueBoss sisters in South Texas who have lost homes, businesses, property, or have staff and/or family who have also been impacted by Hurricane Harvey.   Already, we have gathered numerous apparel brands, boutique owners, and the general public who have raised their hand to support these victims. If you would like to join our efforts, here’s

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James and Alma | The Boutique Hub

Two Must-Have Contracts Boutique Owners Need When Hiring New Employees

Here’s the scenario… You’ve hired a great employee. She’s always on time, does everything you ask, never complains and makes all the customers happy. You slowly build a relationship with her and begin to hand over more and more responsibilities. Because of the nature of her job, she meets your customers, sees your brands and works on your email list. Then one day, the boutique across town offers her more

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OFFPRICE | The Boutique Hub

Five Ways Boutiques can benefit from the OFFPRICE Show

Throughout our training at The Boutique Hub, we know that successful boutique owners are like three-legged stools. They must have keen marketing skills, an eye for style and buying, but also a drive to dig into the numbers.  Financials, margins, and data seem to be the most often overlooked part of that stool, leaving many boutiques feeling the struggle. We recently shared 7 financial tips with boutique owners that are crucial to success,

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The Boutique Awards | The Boutique Hub

The Boutique Awards: It’s the FINALS Countdown

It’s official–the first-round of The Boutique Awards (The Awards) is wrapped up, and we’re on our way to the Finals! We are absolutely blown away by how many of you participated in the awards, and shared them with your friends, family, and customers! When it was all said and done, the first-round of The Awards received 157,000 votes! Can you believe that?! Since voting closed, our entire Boutique Hub team

Read More »
The Rambler Boutique | Boutique Hot List

The Boutique Hub Hot List | August 2017

We’re backkkkkk!! We hope you are as excited as we are for this month’s Boutique Hot List! We can hardly believe we’re already into month six of this fashionable ride! The last couple months we’ve received countless messages and comments from you guys, saying how much you look forward to the Boutique Hot List each month. Those kind words absolutely make our day, so thank you so much for following

Read More »
The Boutique Hub

Join Us in Las Vegas, August 2017!

Hey baby let’s go to Vegas! Each February and August we can’t wait to head to Las Vegas for some of the most exciting weeks in Fashion for Boutique Owners!  Will you be joining us this year for Las Vegas Fashion Week to trend spot, shop the shows, network and meet up with other fabulous boutique industry friends from The Boutique Hub? On Monday, August 14th, we will be speaking

Read More »

Shipping and Packaging: Creating a Unique Customer Experience that Drives Return Traffic

It’s hard to miss much of the retail news being covered by mainstream media today, this store-eating monster they call “The Retail Apocalypse”, but is this really accurate? Is this a downturn in retail, or is this simply the evolution of retail? And what does this all mean for boutiques? One word…Opportunity. As our customers and clients seek new experiences while shopping, it’s up to us to ask questions and

Read More »

Using Google Analytics Data to Increase Online Conversions For Boutiques

So you want more online sales but aren’t sure what your traffic patterns are? Kevin Costner was totally full of it on Field of Dreams when he said ‘If you build it, they will come.’  In business, this is probably the worst piece of advice you could EVER receive. If you build a website or social media presence, this does not mean anyone will come. Except for your mom. And

Read More »

The Boutique Awards | 2017 Winners

From over 400,000 votes cast, and 4,000 boutiques around the world nominated, the 2017 Boutique Awards Winners are here! Supporting small businesses and independent fashion boutique owners is defying what the media calls a ‘retail apocalypse,’ in a big way. Over the past 60 days, we’ve watched in awe as boutique shoppers from across the globe have gathered together to celebrate their favorite stores–stores that supply women, men and children

Read More »
Hurricane Harvey | The Boutique Hub

The Boutique Hub | Hurricane Harvey Support

Our entire boutique family at The Boutique Hub is coming together to support our #BoutiqueBoss sisters in South Texas who have lost homes, businesses, property, or have staff and/or family who have also been impacted by Hurricane Harvey.   Already, we have gathered numerous apparel brands, boutique owners, and the general public who have raised their hand to support these victims. If you would like to join our efforts, here’s

Read More »
James and Alma | The Boutique Hub

Two Must-Have Contracts Boutique Owners Need When Hiring New Employees

Here’s the scenario… You’ve hired a great employee. She’s always on time, does everything you ask, never complains and makes all the customers happy. You slowly build a relationship with her and begin to hand over more and more responsibilities. Because of the nature of her job, she meets your customers, sees your brands and works on your email list. Then one day, the boutique across town offers her more

Read More »
OFFPRICE | The Boutique Hub

Five Ways Boutiques can benefit from the OFFPRICE Show

Throughout our training at The Boutique Hub, we know that successful boutique owners are like three-legged stools. They must have keen marketing skills, an eye for style and buying, but also a drive to dig into the numbers.  Financials, margins, and data seem to be the most often overlooked part of that stool, leaving many boutiques feeling the struggle. We recently shared 7 financial tips with boutique owners that are crucial to success,

Read More »
The Boutique Awards | The Boutique Hub

The Boutique Awards: It’s the FINALS Countdown

It’s official–the first-round of The Boutique Awards (The Awards) is wrapped up, and we’re on our way to the Finals! We are absolutely blown away by how many of you participated in the awards, and shared them with your friends, family, and customers! When it was all said and done, the first-round of The Awards received 157,000 votes! Can you believe that?! Since voting closed, our entire Boutique Hub team

Read More »
The Rambler Boutique | Boutique Hot List

The Boutique Hub Hot List | August 2017

We’re backkkkkk!! We hope you are as excited as we are for this month’s Boutique Hot List! We can hardly believe we’re already into month six of this fashionable ride! The last couple months we’ve received countless messages and comments from you guys, saying how much you look forward to the Boutique Hot List each month. Those kind words absolutely make our day, so thank you so much for following

Read More »
The Boutique Hub

Join Us in Las Vegas, August 2017!

Hey baby let’s go to Vegas! Each February and August we can’t wait to head to Las Vegas for some of the most exciting weeks in Fashion for Boutique Owners!  Will you be joining us this year for Las Vegas Fashion Week to trend spot, shop the shows, network and meet up with other fabulous boutique industry friends from The Boutique Hub? On Monday, August 14th, we will be speaking

Read More »

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How To Make An Extra $500 a Month In Your Business

As a boutique owner, you understand the importance of having a steady stream of income. However, sometimes you might find yourself struggling to make ends meet, especially during slow seasons. The good news is that there are several ways to make an extra $500 a month in your boutique business. In this blog post, we’ll explore some of the most effective strategies to help you boost your revenue.

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