Are you ready for something slightly embarrassing?! Less than thirty days until the most pivotal ten days in western fashion, and I don’t even have a single outfit picked out. Yes, I am very ashamed of my inner fashionista. I am normally the highly-organized girl who starts planning her outfits in September, but this year it just didn’t happen. The thing is, I know there are a few others out
Ask any woman, or man for that matter, their thoughts on denim, and they’ll probably tell you that few things in life are better than a good pair of jeans. We couldn’t agree more, which is why we’re super excited to introduce you to Kimes Ranch Jeans (KRJ). Although we probably aren’t actually the first to tell you about KRJ–their jeans, caps, tees, and hoodies are worn by some of
Velvet is definitely one of the hottest trends right now. Almost every runway insight has added a splash of it, in one form or another! Some of the most popular colors this fall being jewel toned. Velvet isn’t a fabric most are accustomed to but trust us, it’s not as scary as you think. Velvet holds an endless amount of possibilities in the way it can be styled. For more
Seven is the lucky number. Seven years, that is. Both the Global Winner of The Boutique Awards 2017 and the Global Runner-Up have been in business for seven years. While these two boutiques may not be similar in style, they certainly know how to work hard & inspire plenty of women. In fact, when our regional boutique awards winners were asked to name a role or business mogul they admire,
Join Us for ‘Fashion Fights’, a Community Movement Against Cancer in October! Throughout the month of October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month, retailers worldwide offer their best efforts to raise money to fight this horrible disease and support the inspiring survivors that touch us all. It’s time to fight like a girl, in our Fashion Fights movement! Inside of The Boutique Hub, with our Founder Ashley Alderson a cancer survivor herself
To some, fall might signal the smells of pumpkin spice or crisp apples, but all we can smell are the soft, fresh tones of Mixologie perfumes. Founded in 2015, Mixologie is a leader in the perfume industry, bringing boutiques and their customer’s high-end fragrances without the high-end price tag. Mixologie’s headquarters and manufacturing facilities are located in Smithville, Texas, just outside of Austin. Mixologie is proud to say they’re a
This month, we’re celebrating The Boutique Hot List with a super epic version…The Boutique Hot List | September, The Boutique Awards Finalists. Yes, you read that correctly. All of the pieces featured in this month’s Boutique Hot List are from boutiques and brands who were finalists in our first-ever Boutique Awards! The Boutique Awards had more than 4,000 boutiques nominated from around the world, and managed to garner more than
From over 400,000 votes cast, and 4,000 boutiques around the world nominated, the 2017 Boutique Awards Winners are here! Supporting small businesses and independent fashion boutique owners is defying what the media calls a ‘retail apocalypse,’ in a big way. Over the past 60 days, we’ve watched in awe as boutique shoppers from across the globe have gathered together to celebrate their favorite stores–stores that supply women, men and children
No matter where you live, sometimes mother nature is totally moody, and likes to swing from sweating your tail off, to freezing the same day. When we move from summer to fall, layers are key, and one of our favorite pieces to use for that extra layer whether for temperature or depth is a kimono. Whether you go with a light, breezy, sheer piece, or a heavier and darker kimono
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.
Are you ready for something slightly embarrassing?! Less than thirty days until the most pivotal ten days in western fashion, and I don’t even have a single outfit picked out. Yes, I am very ashamed of my inner fashionista. I am normally the highly-organized girl who starts planning her outfits in September, but this year it just didn’t happen. The thing is, I know there are a few others out
Ask any woman, or man for that matter, their thoughts on denim, and they’ll probably tell you that few things in life are better than a good pair of jeans. We couldn’t agree more, which is why we’re super excited to introduce you to Kimes Ranch Jeans (KRJ). Although we probably aren’t actually the first to tell you about KRJ–their jeans, caps, tees, and hoodies are worn by some of
Velvet is definitely one of the hottest trends right now. Almost every runway insight has added a splash of it, in one form or another! Some of the most popular colors this fall being jewel toned. Velvet isn’t a fabric most are accustomed to but trust us, it’s not as scary as you think. Velvet holds an endless amount of possibilities in the way it can be styled. For more
Seven is the lucky number. Seven years, that is. Both the Global Winner of The Boutique Awards 2017 and the Global Runner-Up have been in business for seven years. While these two boutiques may not be similar in style, they certainly know how to work hard & inspire plenty of women. In fact, when our regional boutique awards winners were asked to name a role or business mogul they admire,
Join Us for ‘Fashion Fights’, a Community Movement Against Cancer in October! Throughout the month of October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month, retailers worldwide offer their best efforts to raise money to fight this horrible disease and support the inspiring survivors that touch us all. It’s time to fight like a girl, in our Fashion Fights movement! Inside of The Boutique Hub, with our Founder Ashley Alderson a cancer survivor herself
To some, fall might signal the smells of pumpkin spice or crisp apples, but all we can smell are the soft, fresh tones of Mixologie perfumes. Founded in 2015, Mixologie is a leader in the perfume industry, bringing boutiques and their customer’s high-end fragrances without the high-end price tag. Mixologie’s headquarters and manufacturing facilities are located in Smithville, Texas, just outside of Austin. Mixologie is proud to say they’re a
This month, we’re celebrating The Boutique Hot List with a super epic version…The Boutique Hot List | September, The Boutique Awards Finalists. Yes, you read that correctly. All of the pieces featured in this month’s Boutique Hot List are from boutiques and brands who were finalists in our first-ever Boutique Awards! The Boutique Awards had more than 4,000 boutiques nominated from around the world, and managed to garner more than
From over 400,000 votes cast, and 4,000 boutiques around the world nominated, the 2017 Boutique Awards Winners are here! Supporting small businesses and independent fashion boutique owners is defying what the media calls a ‘retail apocalypse,’ in a big way. Over the past 60 days, we’ve watched in awe as boutique shoppers from across the globe have gathered together to celebrate their favorite stores–stores that supply women, men and children
No matter where you live, sometimes mother nature is totally moody, and likes to swing from sweating your tail off, to freezing the same day. When we move from summer to fall, layers are key, and one of our favorite pieces to use for that extra layer whether for temperature or depth is a kimono. Whether you go with a light, breezy, sheer piece, or a heavier and darker kimono
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.
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Summer for retailers can typically be a slower sales period. These summer sale ideas can help attract new customers and increase sales to avoid the seasonal slump.
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.
In this week’s Five Minute Friday podcast, I delve into a five-step process to revolutionize your online sales strategy. Let’s explore how to transform customer interactions from mere transactions into meaningful connections.
