Paige shares with Isobella & Chloe how she went from banker to children’s store owner, using the financial management skills and experience to help guide her through first finding the right business and then learning how to succeed. After six years of growth, Majestic Child is the largest children’s clothing store in North Georgia.

When and how did you get started in children’s retail?
About six years ago I started planning a new business and had no idea what I was going to open.  I went to our City Developer and requested a report on where our tax dollars were leaving our county. I noticed that children’s clothing was a missing link. People were traveling to other areas to purchase those goods. That’s the beginning!

What was your background prior to this business?
My background was banking and I have been in the banking industry for as long as I can remember. First, I started as a debt collector then moved into a management position in the banking arena.  I loved banking and I came from a whole line of bankers.  I also married a banker.  I feel that it helped me take this business to another level.  In 2008 when times were difficult, because I had a strong business sense it disciplined me to manage my money from season to season. It played a roll in helping me be conservative.

What was the biggest challenge you faced when starting up?
My biggest challenge was to know how much to order from one season to the next. I like having a big selection for my customers. Having said that . . . you have to be careful not to overwhelm your customers with too many choices.

What are some tips about your business success?
In this business things are always changing, but I manage my money and I set goals.  Something else I strive to do in my store is having it neat and clean. It’s much easier for the customer to shop in an organized welcoming environment.

How long have you been a retailer of Isobella & Chloe? Why does the Isobella & Chloe do well in your store?
I started carrying Isobella & Chloe about 4 years ago. Fashion changes from season to season, but one thing that doesn’t change is that our moms still want their girls appropriately dressed with today’s fashion and Isobella & Chloe combines those two exquisitely! My customer is a loyal follower of Isobella & Chloe so the brand sells itself. My customers know the quality of Isobella & Chloe.

What advice do you have for someone entering children’s retail today?
Be prepared for the unexpected and handle your finances well.

Why do you like doing business with Isobella & Chloe?
I was fortunate to start off with an impeccable company like Isobella & Chloe, with their knowledgeable staff that knows the business well. Their employees and sales representatives are NOT order takers. They know the business and what it takes to make my business viable. The sales representatives have my best interest in mind when they work my order.  That is what I looked for in the beginning of opening my store and keeping it successful.

I pick vendors that I can rely on and Isobella & Chloe delivers in a timely manner, which in return benefits my business.  I listen to what my customers are asking for and most importantly, I stand behind the product I sell.  I don’t need tons of different vendors to get the job done, but I need vendors that do a good job consistently.

624 E Main St Blue Ridge, GA 30513
(706) 632-8327
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Eight years ago, a passion of mine became a reality. Today, I am blessed enough to still carry out my vision each day. That passion was having a store dedicated to fine boutique girls’ fashions –– a dream that I’ve fostered after having two little girls of my own, constantly searching for unique clothing, and not finding everything I desired in one place. With that vision, I embarked on my quest to create astore that I, as a busy mom, would want to shop at –– a one-stop shop with the best selection of dresses and matching accessories for all ages, so I didn’t have to scour the Internet to put together one outfit.

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Luan’s Girls Dresses was founded by Luan Simpson’s mother in 1952. Located in Long Beach, California, the store has been serving a loyal nationwide client base for the past 62 years. With its long and wonderful run, Luan’s is now dressing their fourth generation of girls!

Commenting on the success of the store, Luan noted, “Since we only carry girls, we look for the best and most conservative lines. I love the fact that Isobella & Chloe still makes really feminine and age-appropriate clothing. That is something we always think of.” The store’s focus is children’s special occasion dresses, including flower girls, christening, religious events, and formal wear for girls wearing size newborn to 16.
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Sparkle & Junebug is a children’s boutique with a fun and welcoming atmosphere located in the young and trendy neighborhood of Kitsilano in Vancouver BC, Canada. The store aims to supply Vancouverites with unique and high-quality clothing for children aged 0-12 years. Products are carefully selected from both local and international designers to offer a range of styles. If you’re looking for something a little bit different in children’s fashion and footwear, this is the place!

Isobella & Chloe is one of the most popular lines at Sparkle & Junebug. With a range of styles from casual cotton to a bit of frill and flounce, these dresses take girls from weddings and parties to a fun afternoon at the park. Customers praise the comfortable fit and Isobella & Chloe’s great range of colors.

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For the Denim & Daisies co-owners Bette Esposito and Christine Gardner (Bette’s daughter), the most rewarding aspect of their children’s boutique is the close relationships they have with their customers. “We get Christmas cards with children wearing our clothes and we watch our customers grow up with us! It’s great to build relationships, to know our customers by name, and to develop personal connections with them!”

Denim & Daisies Children’s Boutique was born after the birth of the little girl in their lives. She was their inspiration. Trying to find designer clothing for her made them realize the demand for just such a shop in their area. The owners love their downtown Denville, New Jersey location and the shopping atmosphere that Denville offers. They feel it is a perfect match for the uniqueness of Denim & Daisies.

The owners’ goal is to provide fresh, trendy clothing lines that cover the entire style spectrum. They feature over 100 brands. Inventory consists of clothing, gifts, hair accessories, backpacks, jewelry, purses, shoes, and more. They cater to every style and work hard to find outfits that will not be found anywhere else in the area.

Isobella & Chloe is one of the strongest selling labels in the boutique. Over the years, the propreitors have seen the brand’s designers truly come into their own to create unique, adorable and original designs that appeal to their little customers. Bette Esposita commented, “The quality is always good, and for the few times that we have had an issue, the company finds immediate solutions. The pricing is very competitive which always makes it an easy sell, especially in an economy where consumers are still keeping an eye on their spending.”

Bette also shared, “We can’t say enough about our relationship with our Isobella & Chloe sales representative in New York – Curly Girls and the Isobella & Chloe’s corporate offices. Wendi and her team are fabulous. They always keep us informed of when the line is available, and advise us of any changes or show specials. They also couldn’t be any nicer to work with!”

Visit Denim and Daisies in their ultra-cute boutique:
8 Broadway
Denville, NJ 07834
http://www.denimndaisies.com/

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