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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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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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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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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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Fall Fashion

Oh My Gourd, We Love Fall

This week we wanted to mix things up a bit so we’re coming to you with some fall-inspired looks to fuel all of your pumpkin spice loving dreams AND some of our favorite fall quotes because let’s be honest, there’s a little basic b*tch in all of us who lives for the hot cocoa, crisp air and warm hoodies that come with fall time.   “If you look in the

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Back to School Must-Haves

A reason to excited for school to start back up, school shopping of course! If your in need of a wardrobe update for the school year ahead, we got you covered! We pulled some amazing staple pieces that are perfect for mixing and matching. Here are some of our favorite back to school must haves! Royalie || Oh Honey Jeans $54.00  Hallelu || Avellina Jumpsuit $76.00 Altar’d State || Monana

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Summer OOTDs featuring Mixologie

If you aren’t already obsessed with the brand Mixologie, trust us, you’re about to be! Founded in 2015, Mixologie is a leader in the perfume industry, bringing boutique customer’s high-end fragrances without the high-end price tag. Headquartered and manufactured just outside of Austin, TX, Mixologie is proud all of their products are “Made in the Lonestar State”! They carry their signature Mixologie Blendable Perfume Collection, Fizzy Navel Bath Bombs, and

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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

Read More »

Trending Color: The Lovely Yellow

A hue popping up all over the fashion world is the vibrant and bold yellow, and we can’t get enough of it! Pair a simple yellow mini dress with your favorite denim jacket and leather sandals for an effortless, but gorgeous look! Don’t fear the sunshine, embrace it! All these lovely yellow pieces are perfect for any summer outing, and you’ll feel like sunshine! Pretties & Co || Sunnyside of

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 »

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 »
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 »

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

Read More »
Fall Fashion

Oh My Gourd, We Love Fall

This week we wanted to mix things up a bit so we’re coming to you with some fall-inspired looks to fuel all of your pumpkin spice loving dreams AND some of our favorite fall quotes because let’s be honest, there’s a little basic b*tch in all of us who lives for the hot cocoa, crisp air and warm hoodies that come with fall time.   “If you look in the

Read More »

Back to School Must-Haves

A reason to excited for school to start back up, school shopping of course! If your in need of a wardrobe update for the school year ahead, we got you covered! We pulled some amazing staple pieces that are perfect for mixing and matching. Here are some of our favorite back to school must haves! Royalie || Oh Honey Jeans $54.00  Hallelu || Avellina Jumpsuit $76.00 Altar’d State || Monana

Read More »

Summer OOTDs featuring Mixologie

If you aren’t already obsessed with the brand Mixologie, trust us, you’re about to be! Founded in 2015, Mixologie is a leader in the perfume industry, bringing boutique customer’s high-end fragrances without the high-end price tag. Headquartered and manufactured just outside of Austin, TX, Mixologie is proud all of their products are “Made in the Lonestar State”! They carry their signature Mixologie Blendable Perfume Collection, Fizzy Navel Bath Bombs, and

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 »

Trending Color: The Lovely Yellow

A hue popping up all over the fashion world is the vibrant and bold yellow, and we can’t get enough of it! Pair a simple yellow mini dress with your favorite denim jacket and leather sandals for an effortless, but gorgeous look! Don’t fear the sunshine, embrace it! All these lovely yellow pieces are perfect for any summer outing, and you’ll feel like sunshine! Pretties & Co || Sunnyside of

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Mastering Leadership: Building Strong Teams, Ensuring Compliance, and Creating a Great Workplace

Welcome back to the Boutique Chat podcast! In this episode, we’re thrilled to have Jackie Koch, a seasoned HR and recruiting professional turned consultant.

Building a business from the ground up is a thrilling journey filled with excitement and challenges. Often, entrepreneurs find themselves in uncharted territory when it comes to managing people. The transition from focusing solely on the product or service to leading a team can be overwhelming. In a recent podcast conversation between Ashley and Jackie Koch, the topic of navigating team building and leadership skills was explored, offering valuable insights for entrepreneurs.

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