You're INVITED to the Grand Opening of Eshe Boutique!

"It's not just an opening, it's a movement" is how owner Mia Hammett (@mia.hammett) described the grand opening of Eshe Boutique. Eshe enjoyed an online presence for several years before opening it's physical doors in the historic downtown neighborhood of Sanford, NC not far from the Raleigh/Durham area. I was really and truly honored when Mia asked me to be a special guest at the event, because I knew how much this store meant to her and her mother, who passed away before the store opened.

I know Mia's mom's spirit was in the place because I have never seen so many perfect strangers vibe together for one common goal. We all pitched in to help out and everyone had a smile and laugh. Even though the place belongs to Mia, it felt like we all had ownership and an important role in the success of the day. It was almost like welcoming a new child to the family. 

The boutique is beautifully decorated and gives you the feel of being in a stylish walk in closet, with plenty of natural light, mirrors, luxurious seating and best of all FABULOUS clothes and shoes. As soon as I walked in, my eyes were drawn to the colors and patterns Mia curated for her collection.

I chose something fun, and functional with a funky feel to style my first model, the beautiful Khaira (@khairas_). I love the bright yellow of the shorts suit, which can be worn together or as separated, and the on-trend tropical leaf print of the crop top. Finished off with a pair of Gucci sandals (stylist own) and Khiara was ready for date night, a night out with the girls, weekend brunch, or practically any other social event!

For my second look, I styled the amazing Shalom (@shalom_joy) in a beautiful pastel maxi dress that I had her model dressed down with a pair of flat sandals and complimented with a summer ready straw bag. Then, I elevated the look with a pair of green leaf print heels and a gorgeous mid-length pastel pink cape and Shalom went from a casual summer day to ready for a lovely dinner or Sunday church service. 

Both ladies wore their looks perfectly and they were amazing to work with!

Congratulations Mia - I, along with many other, am so very proud of you. Thank you for trusting my stylist's vision and including me in this newest chapter of your story!

 #staystylish 💋- love, Michele