Visual Merchandiser, Lead Stylist and Model

Why did you join Batik?

I love everything the store stands for & Katie has done an incredible job creating a beautiful space that inspires women to elevate their wardrobe and evolve their personal style! I love the aesthetic and I personally resonate with aspiring for my whole life to be blue and white- my wedding colors were blue and white in June! I love the Southern touch to the store and joke with my friends that I was meant to be born in the South. (From Ohio). I’ve always loved fashion & working in retail has allowed me the space to help women feel their best & most confident. Clothes are so much more than just what you wear and I love nothing more than making a connection with a customer and knowing they are leaving feeling their best & adding beautiful, quality pieces to their wardrobe.

How would you describe your style?

Classic, modest & timeless are what I strive for when I’m buying wardrobe staples. I love to have fun with color and am so excited to be working in a space with so many inspiring colors & patterns and can’t wait to see how that transfers over to my personal style and inspires me to dress!

I love pink, bows & floral but can’t resist an all black look come Fall & Winter. I try to balance all sides of my style with the weather & my mood and most importantly try to wear things I feel the most confident in. My style is forever changing and another reason I love working in retail! I’m constantly inspired by new items, customers & the store itself!

Favorite brands we carry?

I adore Hunter Bell, Pink City Prints, Mesiza & Mille. They all carry beautiful designs that showcase all of my favorite things!

Inventory Manager and Lead Stylist

Why did you join Batik?

I joined Batik because I love that it's a small woman-owned and run store that carries great quality pieces to spice up anyone's wardrobe with fun colors and patterns. I love the small store atmosphere and being able to help customers one-on-one!

How would you describe your style?

I would say that my personal style is casual romantic with a bit of feminine edge. I love interesting sleeves, flowy skirts, florals, stripes, and sparkles! Definitely also wear my fair share of black, a classic!

Favorite brands we carry?

My favorite brands are Smith & Quinn for their amazing fabric, Pink City Prints for the most gorgeous prints, and Anna Cate for their stunning designs and colors. Can't go wrong with any piece from those brands!

Stylist

Why did you join Batik?

I was fortunate to work with Katie when she was at the University of Chicago and I’m looking forward to working with her again, and supporting a local, woman-owned, small business.

How would you describe your style?

As someone who is either at the gym or outside with my dogs or working from home, athleisure wear is my go to style.

Favorite brands we carry?

As a dog mom, I love the Foggy Dog. I also really enjoy the earrings by Asha and the cute greetings card by SprinkArt Co!

Model

Why did you join Batik?

Batik is such a bright spot in the city. I love the focus on carrying and supporting other small, female founded brands. There's no other store in the city like it and I love being a part of this energetic, fun team!

How would you describe your style?

Colorful and classic, but with a twist.

Favorite brands we carry?

Olivia James, Oliphant & Lele Sadoughi.

Seasonal Stylist

Why did you join Batik?

I joined Batik because of it's amazing overall environment, whether that be how welcoming it is or how beautiful the clothes and store is, along with the sense of community I’ve already felt within it!

How would you describe your style?

My style is definitely more coastal, and minimalist! I try to find super cool unique pieces to spice up my wardrobe which Batik has quite a bit of, paired with good timeless basics, of course.

Favorite brands we carry?

My favorite brands Batik carries are definitely Pink City Prints, Oliphant, and every single jewelry brand is gorgeous!