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Calling All The Movers & The Shakers for #WesternSummit!

After a successful run in Denver last January, The Boutique Hub will be headed there again for our 2nd annual #WesternSummit, held in partnership with Western Lifestyle Retailer. We are so excited, and all our western brands and boutiques must be too, because our tickets are selling fast! In case you haven’t already heard, #WesternSummit is a one-day business growth conference for western industry business owners, brands, and influencers, who

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Ready To Ship: Last Minute Wholesale Gifts For Boutiques To Stock Now

Raise your hand if you procrastinated and still need items for the holiday? I know I’m guilty– Not to worry though, The Boutique Hub has you covered with some pretty cute things from member wholesale brands! Here is a quick roundup of adorable, ready to ship gifts. 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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Have You Voted Yet?

Voting in the 2018 Boutique Awards is well underway! We’ve already had 204,000+ votes cast for boutiques all over the U.S, Canada, Australia + the UK! Please join us in celebrating the boutiques and specialty stores you already love! Boutiques are the foundation for so many communities around the world, big or small so let’s give them the recognition they ABSOLUTELY deserve! What do the awards mean to participants? Just

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The 2018 Boutique Awards

The 2018 Boutique Awards are almost here so we wanted to give you a quick update so you don’t miss out on any of the magic! What are The Boutique Awards Exactly? The Boutique Awards honor & celebrate the best boutiques and specialty stores, including online, mobile, or brick & mortar around the world! This is your customer’s opportunity to lift you up, and celebrate your business, and recognize all

Read More

Wholesale Spotlight || Home & Body Products

Your shoppers are in full on Spring cleaning mode and ready to spice up their home along with their wardrobe! Do you have irresistible add-on’s at your checkout counter? Maybe a round table display of yummy smell-goods? Maybe they’re online browsing for the perfect gift for their bestie, and what better than a cute candle?! These brands (and more) are Boutique Hub member brands offering home decor/bath & body products

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Brands Wanted: #BoutiqueBoss Store Designs Contest!

Released: 2/2/2018 Have you seen those fabulous #BoutiqueBoss shirts or swag floating around our community? Not only were these designed by some of our Member Brands, but The Boutique Hub donates proceeds from these merchandise sales to charities picked by YOU! In 2017, we were happy to make donations to St. Jude’s, Thorn, & to our fellow #BoutiqueBosses that were affected by Hurricane Harvey. And we couldn’t do it without

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Authenticity and personalization have allowed independent retailers to quickly come in and fill the gaps, both online and off.

Could This Strategy Have Saved Big Box Retail?

Had big-box retailers owned a crystal ball 24 months ago, perhaps this one strategy could have saved them from a dramatic demise. It’s the strategy that has allowed independent retailers to quickly come in and fill the gaps, both online and off. What’s their secret? Authenticity and personalization.

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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

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

Calling All The Movers & The Shakers for #WesternSummit!

After a successful run in Denver last January, The Boutique Hub will be headed there again for our 2nd annual #WesternSummit, held in partnership with Western Lifestyle Retailer. We are so excited, and all our western brands and boutiques must be too, because our tickets are selling fast! In case you haven’t already heard, #WesternSummit is a one-day business growth conference for western industry business owners, brands, and influencers, who

Read More

Ready To Ship: Last Minute Wholesale Gifts For Boutiques To Stock Now

Raise your hand if you procrastinated and still need items for the holiday? I know I’m guilty– Not to worry though, The Boutique Hub has you covered with some pretty cute things from member wholesale brands! Here is a quick roundup of adorable, ready to ship gifts. Find these brands in our wholesale marketplace on The Boutique Hub or in our Boutique Brands & Vendors Group for members! Prices below

Read More

Have You Voted Yet?

Voting in the 2018 Boutique Awards is well underway! We’ve already had 204,000+ votes cast for boutiques all over the U.S, Canada, Australia + the UK! Please join us in celebrating the boutiques and specialty stores you already love! Boutiques are the foundation for so many communities around the world, big or small so let’s give them the recognition they ABSOLUTELY deserve! What do the awards mean to participants? Just

Read More

The 2018 Boutique Awards

The 2018 Boutique Awards are almost here so we wanted to give you a quick update so you don’t miss out on any of the magic! What are The Boutique Awards Exactly? The Boutique Awards honor & celebrate the best boutiques and specialty stores, including online, mobile, or brick & mortar around the world! This is your customer’s opportunity to lift you up, and celebrate your business, and recognize all

Read More

Wholesale Spotlight || Home & Body Products

Your shoppers are in full on Spring cleaning mode and ready to spice up their home along with their wardrobe! Do you have irresistible add-on’s at your checkout counter? Maybe a round table display of yummy smell-goods? Maybe they’re online browsing for the perfect gift for their bestie, and what better than a cute candle?! These brands (and more) are Boutique Hub member brands offering home decor/bath & body products

Read More

Brands Wanted: #BoutiqueBoss Store Designs Contest!

Released: 2/2/2018 Have you seen those fabulous #BoutiqueBoss shirts or swag floating around our community? Not only were these designed by some of our Member Brands, but The Boutique Hub donates proceeds from these merchandise sales to charities picked by YOU! In 2017, we were happy to make donations to St. Jude’s, Thorn, & to our fellow #BoutiqueBosses that were affected by Hurricane Harvey. And we couldn’t do it without

Read More
Authenticity and personalization have allowed independent retailers to quickly come in and fill the gaps, both online and off.

Could This Strategy Have Saved Big Box Retail?

Had big-box retailers owned a crystal ball 24 months ago, perhaps this one strategy could have saved them from a dramatic demise. It’s the strategy that has allowed independent retailers to quickly come in and fill the gaps, both online and off. What’s their secret? Authenticity and personalization.

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
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