Digital Marketing Manager and Assistant Buyer

Why did you join Batik?

When I first met Katie, we immediately bonded over our love of fashion. Personal style and shopping are more than just a hobby for me, it's a passion and I have long been curious about working in the industry. When Katie first told me about her dreams of Batik, I was immediately on board and wanting to be a part of it. I am so grateful to be working alongside her to bring this travel-inspired boutique to life.

How would you describe your style?

Classic and sophisticated - with a little edge.

Favorite brands we carry?

Crosby by Mollie Burch, Gretchen Scott Designs & Juliet Dunn London.

Visual Merchandiser and Retail Stylist

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, Olivia James the Label, Mille & Perry Walker Collective. They all carry beautiful designs that showcase all of my favorite things!

Inventory Manager and Retail 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.

How would you describe your style?

I would say that my personal style is pretty classic with a bit of feminine edge. I love stripes, sparkles, and dresses.

Favorite brands we carry?

I like Olivia James the Label with their floral prints, I also like Walker & Wade and Milly for their fun dresses.

Retail Stylist

Why did you join Batik?

I joined Batik because I love the concept of bringing some color and warmth to a city that can be so dreary for a lot of the year. I think Batik has a very comforting and welcoming feel to it, both in the store and in the products we carry!

How would you descibe your style?

I love to wear a lot of neutral colors and styles, and add a pop of color or a statement piece!

Favorite brands we carry?

Nat and Nor and the Foggy Dog.

Retail 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!

Retail Stylist

Why did you join Batik?

I love being able to support a women-owned business bringing color and coastal loving energy to the “windy” city.

How would you describe your style?

Pastels, patterns, minimal and modern... a little bit of everything and lover of all things clothes.

Favorite brands we carry?

Nicola Bathie earrings and accessories are everything.

Seasonal Retail 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!

Model

Why did you join Batik?

When the owner Katie reached out to me and let me know that we worked at the same boutique in Minnesota, just at different times, I knew I wanted to be a part of Batik. We really bonded over being close with the manager, Leah as well as loving the small business environment. Katie has chosen brands that are so unique and each piece of clothing is well thought out and special. I am very thankful to be a part of this boutique from the start.

How would you describe your style

Preppy! Anything pink.

Favorite brands we carry?

Kep Designs, Gretchen Scott & Frances Valentine.

Model

Why did you join Batik?

I joined Batik because of the lovely ladies that started the shop, and I love supporting a woman-owned small business. The pop of color that the store brings to Chicago is so unique, as well, which makes it all the more fun.

How would you describe your style?

I'd describe my style as comfy and timeless, with a little edge.

Favorite brands we carry?

Favorite brands are French Connection and Tyler Böe!