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Animal Prints: How to Wear

Colder weather becomes a little more bearable when fall fashion is everything we’ve been dreaming of and more. And get excited because animal prints are dominating the fashion scene this fall. So we’re here to help you add these fun prints into your wardrobe. With animal prints it’s all about the balance! If you’re going for a full out look, gravitate towards dark accessories. Pair a fitted leopard dress with

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Meet Your 2018 Top Global Boutiques

True passion and drive to reach above and beyond is what got 2018 Global Boutique of the Year Madison + Mallory and 2018 Global Boutique of the Year Runner-Up Jennaration where they are today! These two incredible boutiques are founded by some strong, independent women who deserve to be celebrated for the amazing businesses they’ve built. Not to mention they have a similar outlook on what their boutiques are all

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Episode #30: How Can Emerging Designers us Community to Compete with Fast Fashion? With Hillary France, CEO of Brand Assembly

Brand Assembly was created with one purpose in mind: to help emerging fashion brands grow their business by creating a community that leverages resources and provides a platform for brands to support one another. By creating a nurturing and collaborative atmosphere, Brand Assembly removes the barriers of entering a highly competitive contemporary market and assists in building a successful business.    >> EPISODE 30 – LISTEN NOW ON iTunes <<

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NYC Street Wear Inspiration

“Dress like you’re already famous.” This week we are taking inspiration from some NYC street wear. And you don’t have to famous to rock these trends. Major gypsy vibes are coming from these outfits and we’re hear to help transform these looks into everyday wear.                  Photos By: Backgrid   “The best fashion show is definitely on the street. Always has been, and

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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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Rock Concert Fashion

Peace, Love & Rock n Roll Baby

“We built this city on rock n roll” – Starship Need some outfit inspiration for your next rock concert?! We’re here to help with that! The first thing that comes to mind to do some serious rocking out is denim and leather. And the perfect way to pull that look off is a vintage band tee, denim skirt, and some strappy leather sandals! If you don’t have a band tee,

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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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Dramatic Sleeves Are In

“I’ll get over it, I just gotta be dramatic first.” – story of our lives Bring some much needed drama into your wardrobe with our favorite trend at the moment. Dramatic sleeved tops are in and we adore this 70’s inspired revival. Calm the wild sleeve with some sleek dark denim jeans! Life is too short to wear boring clothes, so embrace your statement sleeves. Miss Match || The Isadora

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The Boutique Awards | 2018 Winners

After 300,000+ votes were cast, one thing is for certain…. There is nothing else like shopping in boutiques! They are fashion for every woman, a friendly face, a great experience, and the lifeblood of cities and towns around the world. And YOU love shopping with them! CONGRATULATIONS to the 2018 BOUTIQUE AWARDS WINNERS!! After nearly 3,000 nominees – close to 200 boutiques of all types, from the US, Canada, and

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Animal Prints: How to Wear

Colder weather becomes a little more bearable when fall fashion is everything we’ve been dreaming of and more. And get excited because animal prints are dominating the fashion scene this fall. So we’re here to help you add these fun prints into your wardrobe. With animal prints it’s all about the balance! If you’re going for a full out look, gravitate towards dark accessories. Pair a fitted leopard dress with

Read More

Meet Your 2018 Top Global Boutiques

True passion and drive to reach above and beyond is what got 2018 Global Boutique of the Year Madison + Mallory and 2018 Global Boutique of the Year Runner-Up Jennaration where they are today! These two incredible boutiques are founded by some strong, independent women who deserve to be celebrated for the amazing businesses they’ve built. Not to mention they have a similar outlook on what their boutiques are all

Read More

Episode #30: How Can Emerging Designers us Community to Compete with Fast Fashion? With Hillary France, CEO of Brand Assembly

Brand Assembly was created with one purpose in mind: to help emerging fashion brands grow their business by creating a community that leverages resources and provides a platform for brands to support one another. By creating a nurturing and collaborative atmosphere, Brand Assembly removes the barriers of entering a highly competitive contemporary market and assists in building a successful business.    >> EPISODE 30 – LISTEN NOW ON iTunes <<

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NYC Street Wear Inspiration

“Dress like you’re already famous.” This week we are taking inspiration from some NYC street wear. And you don’t have to famous to rock these trends. Major gypsy vibes are coming from these outfits and we’re hear to help transform these looks into everyday wear.                  Photos By: Backgrid   “The best fashion show is definitely on the street. Always has been, and

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
Rock Concert Fashion

Peace, Love & Rock n Roll Baby

“We built this city on rock n roll” – Starship Need some outfit inspiration for your next rock concert?! We’re here to help with that! The first thing that comes to mind to do some serious rocking out is denim and leather. And the perfect way to pull that look off is a vintage band tee, denim skirt, and some strappy leather sandals! If you don’t have a band tee,

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

Dramatic Sleeves Are In

“I’ll get over it, I just gotta be dramatic first.” – story of our lives Bring some much needed drama into your wardrobe with our favorite trend at the moment. Dramatic sleeved tops are in and we adore this 70’s inspired revival. Calm the wild sleeve with some sleek dark denim jeans! Life is too short to wear boring clothes, so embrace your statement sleeves. Miss Match || The Isadora

Read More

The Boutique Awards | 2018 Winners

After 300,000+ votes were cast, one thing is for certain…. There is nothing else like shopping in boutiques! They are fashion for every woman, a friendly face, a great experience, and the lifeblood of cities and towns around the world. And YOU love shopping with them! CONGRATULATIONS to the 2018 BOUTIQUE AWARDS WINNERS!! After nearly 3,000 nominees – close to 200 boutiques of all types, from the US, Canada, and

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