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Episode #15: Becoming a Retail Scientist Using Data, with Geoff Tease the VP of Client Success at RICS Software.

Repeat after me, “I NEED to analyze data for my boutique.”  There is a huge difference today in tracking data, and analyzing the right data. Today, without having access to the quality information a robust POS system provides, you are operating in the dark. Today, we are diving into the top 5 reports you need to analyze weekly in your business, helping you better analyze sales, categories, brands, inventory, customer

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Cropped Denim

Who doesn’t love denim? It’s a staple in any woman’s closet because it’s so easy to dress up or dress down and the cropped trend is so chic! You can stick to the classic blue jean and go casual with a cute sandal or converse or go more glam with a sexy stiletto. Feeling bolder? Try a patchwork design with your favorite print, we personally love leopard! Whichever way you

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Must Have Heat Wave Accessories

The heat wave rolling in over the past week is getting us stoked to pull out some fun accessories to match our light and breezy ensembles! Our favorite is a simple scarf that can spruce up any outfit! Wear it in one of its many forms, you can tie it around a pony, rock it as a headband, or even loosely knot it around your neck! But we can’t forget

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Episode #14: Breaking into Established Markets and Scaling with a Great Brand Story, with Amanda Kimes & Lindsay Perraton of Kimes Ranch.

Matt and Amanda Kimes changed the face of denim in the western world in what seemed like an overnight success story. But it took years of work, finding a manufacturer that believed in them, a great team, and a relaunch. It was no easy task. Kimes Ranch was founded in 2009 and today has retailers in 10 countries, 64k Facebook followers, and on top of it all, their coworkers are

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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

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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

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

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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

Read More

Episode #15: Becoming a Retail Scientist Using Data, with Geoff Tease the VP of Client Success at RICS Software.

Repeat after me, “I NEED to analyze data for my boutique.”  There is a huge difference today in tracking data, and analyzing the right data. Today, without having access to the quality information a robust POS system provides, you are operating in the dark. Today, we are diving into the top 5 reports you need to analyze weekly in your business, helping you better analyze sales, categories, brands, inventory, customer

Read More

Cropped Denim

Who doesn’t love denim? It’s a staple in any woman’s closet because it’s so easy to dress up or dress down and the cropped trend is so chic! You can stick to the classic blue jean and go casual with a cute sandal or converse or go more glam with a sexy stiletto. Feeling bolder? Try a patchwork design with your favorite print, we personally love leopard! Whichever way you

Read More

Must Have Heat Wave Accessories

The heat wave rolling in over the past week is getting us stoked to pull out some fun accessories to match our light and breezy ensembles! Our favorite is a simple scarf that can spruce up any outfit! Wear it in one of its many forms, you can tie it around a pony, rock it as a headband, or even loosely knot it around your neck! But we can’t forget

Read More

Episode #14: Breaking into Established Markets and Scaling with a Great Brand Story, with Amanda Kimes & Lindsay Perraton of Kimes Ranch.

Matt and Amanda Kimes changed the face of denim in the western world in what seemed like an overnight success story. But it took years of work, finding a manufacturer that believed in them, a great team, and a relaunch. It was no easy task. Kimes Ranch was founded in 2009 and today has retailers in 10 countries, 64k Facebook followers, and on top of it all, their coworkers are

Read More
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
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