B.Loved: Feel the Love
Mandy Phillips found her passion for fashion early in life ad at only twenty-three years old started her online clothing boutique, B.loved. Three years later she opened her brick and mortar store in the historic Galt-Grant building on the corner of East main and Marietta streets.
As a student fresh out of college she loved the thrill of building up loyal online customers whose orders were filled out of her parents’ basement. As her business took off, historic Canton provided the perfect backdrop for her appealing style of clothing, gifts, and accessories. Ten years into her business the Cherokee County native and Sequoyah High graduate is a true local success story.
How did you choose the name of your shop and what does it mean?
"I looked up the meaning of my name Mandy, and the definition was 'someone who must be loved.' That is what we want every customer to feel when they make a purchase from B.loved."
What are some of your favorite fashion trends and styles?
“Fall and winter clothes are my favorite. I love to layer throughout fall and winter, mixing and matching it all. I have more boots than I do sandals in my closet. A few of my favorite things include a good hat, shackets, overalls, graphic tees, tie dye, and plaid. I like it all. This season I’m loving all the blazers and sneakers.”
What life experiences and lessons helped prepare you for owning your own business?
“Make sure your heart is in it. One thing I learned and advise to others, and I think contributed to my success, was starting small as a business. I started the website in 2010 selling out of my parents’ basement, and then opened up the retail shop in 2013 as my full-time job. Believe in yourself and don’t give up. Always be willing to keep growing and learning. Support and inspire other people in your industry and help each other.”
What is most rewarding about what you do?
“Meeting and creating relationships with our customers and them leaving the store after finding something that makes them feel excited and good. I love seeing a customer come out of the fitting room feeling pretty and confident in what they have on.”
This was featured in the Historic Canton magazine. Read more.
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