A Walk Down Memory Lane with Flourish Boutique

This week marks the end of an era...Saturday will be our LAST day at our current location, before we move our store to our new home at Centennial Place. We are calling this week "Memory Lane Week" here at Flourish, to celebrate and remember all the special moments we have had at our current space. What a very special place we have been blessed to have...and all of YOU have been a big part of these memories. We hope you will join us in celebrating the past five years and honoring the historic house we have cherished!

Here are some of our favorite memories: 

Possibly one of our favorite fashion shows...Our Sex and the City themed Fashion show in Summer 2010! We think we nailed Carrie's iconic look with our model, Zarah! 

And here are some shots of the store at that time! Wow, it has changed! Can you spot the differences? Some of them include new different colored paint on the walls, relocation of the cash register, and opening the hallway to the upstairs! Of course, everything ALWAYS has the trademark Flourish charm: girly, pink, and sparkly :)

 In the Fall of 2010, we were blessed with BEAUTIFUL weather for our Fall Fashion Show and Open House! 

In June 2011 Flourish celebrated it's 3rd birthday! Customers enjoyed sips and snacks,  mannequin models (models in the windows), and a live performance by The Bergamot! 

And of course we can't forget to mention all of the wonderful Christmases we've had at the old store! From our famous "30 under 30" gift section to our gorgeous decorations, there's no denying that Christmas at Flourish is extra special! 

The last fashion show to ever be held at the old house was our 5th Birthday Party in June 2013! Our largest fashion show to date, our 5th Birthday Party was held on the lawn in front of the house. Gorgeous decorations, delectable treats, and a seriously amazing fashion show made it a night to remember! 

We even had some VIP guests attend! Including one of our favorite fashionistas, style blogger  Yasi! 

Clockwise: 1) Flourish's birthday party banner 2) Full tent! 3) Models all lined up and ready to go! 4) Style Blogger Steph and friends

What a very special place we have been blessed to have...We're definitely going to miss you, old house! 

And when we lock the door for the last time, it will definitely be bittersweet.

So please join us this week in celebrating the past five years and honoring the historic house we have cherished! We will be having a party on Thursday night (3/6) from 5-8pm. We're having one final sale to celebrate & honor this very special space and mark the end of an era. Shop this special SALE and enjoy our photo boards, remembering some of our favorite moments. Plus, get a first chance to shop our NEW inventory which is streaming in for our expansion! 

Here is what you need to know in regards to our moving timeline! 

Plan on coming to shop our new location once we soft open on Wednesday March 12th!!! And don't forget, you can always shop 24/7 at http://flourishboutique.com/ :)

And of course a walk down Memory Lane with Flourish Boutique wouldn't be complete without a pic of the woman who started it all ;) We love you, V! 

Flourish owner, Vanessa and her family at the very first Grand Opening 

Flourish's Top Ten Holiday Gift Guide

Christmas is just one week away-- ONE week! Can you believe it? It feels like we were just eating turkey and pumpkin pie. Whether we're ready or not, Christmas will be here in a blink of an eye, which means all your shopping is done, right?!? 

We didn't think so.

Don't fret. We're here to help you finish your shopping. We've pulled together our favorites to make our top 10 gifts for this holiday season. Even if can't find exactly what you're looking for, we've got lots of other great options on our website. From holiday dresses to cute tops, warm sweaters and must have basics, you're bound to find the perfect gift for each fashionista on your list. 

Flourish's Top Ten Holiday Gift Guide
 

Fleece Lined Leggings: One of our most popular items, these leggings are a must! They are extra comfy and extra warm-- you can't go wrong with a pair of these (or one in every color!).

Head wraps:  These are the perfect option for college students! Help her stay warm as she walks across campus without messing up her hair!

  
Infinity Scarves: Practical and pretty! Add some style to her wardrobe with a versatile and stylish infinity scarf!

The Crayola Cutie Sweater: This colorful cardigan is an easy winner! The fit is so flexible it works for many sizes and has fun colors to coordinate with any wardrobe.

Join the Crew Necklace in Pearl: Every girl needs a pretty set of pearls! This popular style of necklace will be sure to make all her pearly dreams come true.

Christmas Leggings: It's pretty easy to see why these are a favorite gift! They're a must have for Christmas morning and opening presents (they work great as a stocking stuffer, too).

Piko Tops: A must have for any one who likes to be comfortable. These super comfy and adorable tops will be a definite favorite for anyone who is lucky enough to get one!

 

Handmade Jewelry: Nothing is better than having a one of a kind, hand made gift! We carry fabulous items from both Ali Oesch and Rejeana Crown Jewels. These beautiful pieces will be sure to make her smile!

   

Cute Winter Hat: Winter can be harsh, so why not help her look cute despite the weather. From vintage style to handmade knit hats, it's a practical yet stylish one size fits all gift!

Flourish Gift Card: And if you can't decide, a gift card is always a winner! Let her pick out her favorite Flourish item. Everyone leaves happy!

 

Christmas Shopping has never been so easy! Come in for a visit, shop on our website or give us a call at 574-277-7465 and we will be happy to make your holiday flourish!

After The Fact: Sass & Glitz Fashion Show

 

Last Thursday was the second annual Sass & Glitz Fashion Show put on by Sassy Magazine here in Michiana. It was a wonderful evening filled with fashion, friends and fun! The evening's show featured seven area businesses, Flourish Boutique included. Before the show, our models spent the afternoon preparing at the salon. The models hair was done by the styling staff at Mosiac Salon and their make up was done by Camellia Cosmetics. Each lady looked beautiful as she strutted the runway. With over 18 models, the collection featured Flourish favorites for the holiday season, each styled by Store Manager, Nicole. Here is a brief summary of how the stunning evening looked!

Prepping models in the dressing room!

Store manager, Nicole and Flourish Owner, Vanessa

Flourish Web Girls: Megan, Mariel & Shana

Our Tribal Models

Models Mallory & Shaina

Holiday Dress Models

All lined up and ready to go on stage!

Last walk down the runway

One final stop

Here is the full collection of the styles featured at the show!

 

1. Royal Obsession Dress

2. Bronze Everlasting Dress

3. Lifestyle of the Rich & Royal Dress

 

1. Super Chic Coat by Samuel Dong

2. All Dolled Up Coat in Red

3. Cinnamon Chic Coat

1. First Frost Dress

2. Lady in Red Dress by Samuel Dong

3. Queen of the Night Dress

 

1. Winter Wonderland Dress

2. Supernova Dress

3. Mermaid at Heart Dress

 

1. Tribal Trend Cardigan

2. Happy Days Tribal Dress

3. Arti-Fact over Fiction Cardigan

4. Go For the Glory Tunic

 

1. Champagne on Ice Dress

2. Shine like a Diamond Dress

3. The Golden Rule Dress

The evening was a huge success! The models looked stunning and graced the runway with elegance and poise. We are very thankful for everyone who helped bring the evening together. For more photos of our fun evening, be sure to check out our Facebook page!