It didn’t take too much thought to dream up, Mommies Who Shop. It’s the perfect solution to satisfy two of my favorite pastimes – shopping and socializing. So off I went on January 18th 2007, beginning this journey to create the ultimate “playdate” for moms and introduce a hip, new way to shop. Little did I know what satisfaction I would be awarded in getting to know this wonderful group of designer "mompreneurs". All of the companies represented at this event are amazing designer-acrobats, juggling the task of raising a family and running a business. I’m entirely in awe of their talents. What began as an excuse for me to “throw a party” has evolved into a mission to provide these incredible artists with a venue to expose their creations.
Prior to mommyhood, I had been involved in the fashion industry for 14 years in buying, planning and product development for some really great companies including Talbot’s, J Jill, Laura Ashley and Sigrid Olsen. Upon the birth of my second child, I took the great leap into full-time mom and have never (okay, rarely) looked back. I do still love the industry and stay involved as much as possible. While I rarely get the opportunity to hit the streets, I do spend quite a bit of time on the ‘net - forever searching for the perfect unique find (I tell my husband it’s “research”). My mission in creating Mommies Who Shop is to share with you, the unique creations of tomorrow’s top designers.
