I think Marilynn nailed it when she said, “Give a girl the right shoes and she will conquer the world.” When you are rocking the perfect pair of shoes they seem to give you this unspoken confidence, that makes you carry yourself a little taller. I have always been a lover of shoes in general but more specifically converses. They pair so well with so many different styles and in
Today we are talking about the 7 must-know financial tips for boutique owners. These critical financial skills are the key to longevity and growth in business.
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
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,
A huge part of the western culture and fashion is about the good ole days. Worn-out spurs decorate houses, grandma’s dated recipes regularly make the menu for dinners, stories of “the olden times” flood the ears of younger generations, and vintage clothing will never go out of style. Classic pieces are a staple that all women should include in their closets, but that’s easier said than done. I get asked
Summer is officially here and with that brings fun times, tan lines and a lot of memories! It also brings about more social gatherings. So, in turn, it’s your chance to rock those fun summer trends and since friends don’t let friends leave the house without great accessories I want to shed light on some of my favorite must have summer pieces. In the summer, I think it is better
I don’t know about y’all, but I can’t believe it’s already July. The warm weather, vacations, and weddings are in full swing, and so is all the adorable boutique fashion. Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve seen a growing trend in the “steer” print, and it’s popping up in all of your favorite boutiques! Some of our confident ladies sure know how to rock a steer print, but
How To: Working with Fashion Influencers – How To: Working with Fashion Influencers As a business owner, you’ve probably heard the term “Influencer Marketing”, but what exactly is it? Influencer Marketing (IM) is a form of marketing where the focus is placed on specific individuals, rather than the target market as a whole. In recent years, and with the extreme growth in blogs and social media, IM has gained quite
There’s something about Summer that makes my cravings go real high… no, not just for some ice cream on a hot day, but it’s the fashion that has me going crazy! Whether you are hitting the beach for some sun and waves, meeting friends for a brunch, or going on a date to indulge in some ice cream (can you tell what’s on my mind right now?), then these pieces
This is a very sought after, but rarely executed balancing act. Some fashionistas can pull together a series of outfits that share a well tied-in narrative without even realizing it, and others come across challenges while trying to achieve the “story” of an outfit, photo shoot, or style. I like to compare this level of difficulty with the “effortlessly chic” look – those who know the tricks can pull it
I think Marilynn nailed it when she said, “Give a girl the right shoes and she will conquer the world.” When you are rocking the perfect pair of shoes they seem to give you this unspoken confidence, that makes you carry yourself a little taller. I have always been a lover of shoes in general but more specifically converses. They pair so well with so many different styles and in
Today we are talking about the 7 must-know financial tips for boutique owners. These critical financial skills are the key to longevity and growth in business.
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
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,
A huge part of the western culture and fashion is about the good ole days. Worn-out spurs decorate houses, grandma’s dated recipes regularly make the menu for dinners, stories of “the olden times” flood the ears of younger generations, and vintage clothing will never go out of style. Classic pieces are a staple that all women should include in their closets, but that’s easier said than done. I get asked
Summer is officially here and with that brings fun times, tan lines and a lot of memories! It also brings about more social gatherings. So, in turn, it’s your chance to rock those fun summer trends and since friends don’t let friends leave the house without great accessories I want to shed light on some of my favorite must have summer pieces. In the summer, I think it is better
I don’t know about y’all, but I can’t believe it’s already July. The warm weather, vacations, and weddings are in full swing, and so is all the adorable boutique fashion. Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve seen a growing trend in the “steer” print, and it’s popping up in all of your favorite boutiques! Some of our confident ladies sure know how to rock a steer print, but
How To: Working with Fashion Influencers – How To: Working with Fashion Influencers As a business owner, you’ve probably heard the term “Influencer Marketing”, but what exactly is it? Influencer Marketing (IM) is a form of marketing where the focus is placed on specific individuals, rather than the target market as a whole. In recent years, and with the extreme growth in blogs and social media, IM has gained quite
There’s something about Summer that makes my cravings go real high… no, not just for some ice cream on a hot day, but it’s the fashion that has me going crazy! Whether you are hitting the beach for some sun and waves, meeting friends for a brunch, or going on a date to indulge in some ice cream (can you tell what’s on my mind right now?), then these pieces
This is a very sought after, but rarely executed balancing act. Some fashionistas can pull together a series of outfits that share a well tied-in narrative without even realizing it, and others come across challenges while trying to achieve the “story” of an outfit, photo shoot, or style. I like to compare this level of difficulty with the “effortlessly chic” look – those who know the tricks can pull it
