Mother’s Day Boutique Box

I have said it many times, but one of the many great rewards of having a store is the friendships I have formed with other store owners. There is a common bond with most small business owners and when you are in retail, and juggling it with motherhood, there is always a lot to talk about.

Two fellow moms and shopkeepers who I love like sisters are my partners in the Boutique Box promotion we have been doing the last few weeks: Kelly from Bishop and Angela of Bellacara. We tend to do a lot of promotions together, I think, because our stores have synergy – and when you collaborate you want to make sure we are all rowing the same boat together.

These two women are both “doers” and work their butts off to keep their stores going. We added in another fellow mom and business owner this week, Megan, from Mind the Mat.

This sounds shallow, I’m sure, but one thing I admire the most about all three of these women is that they pull off this juggling act while at the same time always looking “put together.”

These ladies are all boss (be warned: I hate the phrase “mom boss,” – and refuse to use it – I mean when do we ever hear a guy say “dad boss”?)

I love them so much, I thought it would be fun for you to learn a little more about each of them.

But first I have to talk a little about the Boutique Box we are featuring this week! This week from Bishop we have the “it” clutch of the season. They literally blow out of them when they hit the store’s shelves. Angela has the mini clutch which is perfect to go inside the bamboo clutch to keep everything neat and tidy along with my new favorite, Clarins’ lip oil. The Hive has a great pair of basic hoop earrings that look good on everyone. Then last, but of course not least, we have a week of digital classes from Mind the Mat. They have a variety of different yoga and Pilates classes daily. If you are already a member, don’t worry you can spread the love and give this week pass to a friend to try it out.

Of course, even though we are calling this the Mother’s Day Box, this is great for anyone. Quantities are limited so shop early. You don’t want to miss this great deal and we will ship for free!

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Elizabeth Todd

owner | The Hive | The Shoe Hive

https://theshoehive.com

info@theshoehive.com

703.548.7105

I spent the first part of my career as a copy-writer who helped elected officials brag about their support for entrepreneurs. Then I decided to get off the printed page and do it myself. The Shoe Hive made a splash on the fashion scene in Washington, and was named the region’s best shoe store in its first year. Fourteen years later, I have tripled the store’s size and also opened a sister store, The Hive. At The Hive, we offer clothing lines that are sophisticated and approachable like Rag & Bone, Tibi, Raquel Allegra, Ulla Johnson and Veronica Beard. We have tried to fill our racks with clothing you will want to wear all the time, elevated basics that are worth the investment.

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Heard the buzz? The Shoe Hive & The Hive are a pair of luxury boutiques in Old Town Alexandria. Featuring both big name designers like Rag & Bone and Stuart Weitzman and smaller brands like AGL and L'Agence, our unique selection and impeccable service are what set us apart.

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The Shoe Hive                         The Hive
127 S. Fairfax Street               301 Cameron Street
Alexandria, VA 22314              Alexandria, VA 22314

703.548.7105                          703.548.7110