fabulous 5
Five Columbia businesswomen show off their
signature styles while bringing the season’s
hottest fashion to the Midwest.
Celeste Hardock opened My Sister’s Circus in 1977 and has been in the same location for 31 years. Hardock became interested in fashion while attending Stephens College. She worked for various retailers creating window displays and was always putting together outfits for friends. A roommate suggested that was what she needed to do as a career, and Hardock heeded her advice.
Dress by Lily Pulitzer $375
Purse by Red Dot $28.99
My Sister’s Circus
1110 E. Broadway
573-443-5618
Lori Guy opened the Girl Boutique in 2005 so she could “cater to girls of all ages.” Guy, who’s lived in Columbia for 29 years, carries designer denim, dresses, T-shirts, jewelry and handbags.
The Gustine Woven Silk Dress by Velvet $178
Gold Wrapped Hard Chain Earrings in White $58
White Leather Garden Bag with front Zip Pockets $240
Girl Boutique
904 Elm St.
573-875-6196
www.shopatgirlboutique.com
Elly Swetz opened her store, Elly’s Couture, in 2006 after graduating from San Francisco State University. In her store, Swetz carries luxury brands, such as Betsey Johnson, men and women’s Lacoste, Voom By Joy Han, Sky and the Lauren Conrad Collection. The entrepreneur receives her merchandise from Los Angeles, Las Vegas, New York and Dallas.
Shoes: Oh Deer! $110
Leggings: Rubber Ducky Productions $25
Leopard tank top: Rubber Ducky Productions $50
Black wrap with pockets: Lauren Conrad Collection $150
Bracelet: Disney Couture $120
Elly’s Couture
914 East Broadway
573-499-4401
elly@ellyscouture.com
Becky McHugh became a Carlisle consultant 10 years ago because she loved clothes. The entrepreneur spent 25 years in the financial services industry, before retiring from it last year and focusing entirely on her consulting business. Four times a year, McHugh turns the lower portion of her home into a showroom, sending out invitations and making private appointments so her clients can view each season’s collection.
Per Se “Midori” lime green cotton/spandex top $185
Per Se “Graphic” cotton/nylon/spandex 21” skirt $275
Carlisle “Flowerette” black stretch belt with patent buckle $135
Carlisle “Julia” black wicker bag $295.
Carlisle Collection
449-2961
www.carlislecollection.com
Swank Boutique owner Erin Keltner was bored with accounting school when she decided to open her shop. Her goal to do what she wanted was simple: bring the latest trends and fashions to local women. Ketler, carries high-end brands, such as Free People, French Connection, Rachel Pally and 7 for All Mankind.
LNA lace tank $53.00
7 for All Mankind “Ginger” jeans $168.00
Free People Motorcycle Jacket $138.00
Dolce Vita Bow Wedges $120.00
Kenneth Jay Lane Enamel Pyramid Bangle $87.00
Tom Ford Cary Sunglasses $330.00
Leather Bracelet Sets in Steel/Gold and Olive/Gold $50.00 each
Swank Boutique
921 East Broadway
573-256-4795
swankboutique@gmail.com
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