Monique's Boutique

Why almost every pair of jeans has a zipper that says ‘YKK’

If you look closely at the zipper on your pants right now, odds are that it has 3 letters engraved on the tab: "YKK." But what does it mean?

Cancer Survivors Who Had Double Mastectomies Star in Amazing Underwear Ads

Of all our body parts, we humans objectify breasts as the most inherently feminine, right? They serve a utilitarian purpose, sure, but they're also soft and sexy and men don't (typically) have them.But what happens when you undergo a double mastectomy to beat cancer, and then you opt—as nearly 58 percent of women do—not to have breast reconstruction surgery? Are you somehow less feminine? The answer…

Woman Who Tricked Thousands Of Men On Tinder Explains Stunt

Aponte has revealed she worked with a producer named Rob Bliss to execute the massive dating scheme. Bliss produced a short film explaining how and why the duo planned the ruse.

Should We Still Dress Our Best for Church?

I’m a millennial and I still think it’s best to wear our best to church. Recently my brother (Jonathan) and his wife (Vera) launched an online tie store called French Thread (shameless …

Why you should never wash your jeans

Laundry is inevitable, but thankfully there are people like Levi’s CEO and President Chip Bergh who want to make our lives a little easier. According to him, you should never wash a pair of jeans. Ever. While this may prompt noises of disgust from those are less-then-enamoured by the idea of walking around in dirty clothes, Mr Bergh explained that he "spot cleans" any stains with a toothbrush.

5 Style Secrets I Learned from a Jewelry Expert

Designer Pamela Love talks modern way to buy jewelry, keep jewelry, and more.

6 Things I Wish I'd Known About Lingerie Before I Started Buying It

Let’s get rid of boutique cigars

Ministry of Cigars - Let’s get rid of boutique cigars. Not the cigars, but the term which is confusing and devalued cuz it's used too often.

Get Organized with Mom's Milk Boutique

When you’re a mom, keeping your home neat and tidy can be a challenge. If you’re like me, you just need things to be clean and organized. Marie Kondo is gaining some popularity lately with her show on Netflix, “Tidying Up.” The first episode, no surprise, features a couple who is overwhelmed and stressed because of the

Portland boutique aims to keep it affordable and sustainable

Resale boutique Hoot-n-Annie just opened up a new location in SW Portland. Owner Tina Donnaloia is staying true to her approach to help the community.

Guest House Is the Boutique Hotel I Wish I Actually Lived In

Location, location, location—and a killer backyard to boot.

25 Things To Make Your Home Feel Like A Fancy Hotel

Nashville Boutique Goodwin Makes Us Want to Go Minimalist Again

All the things we love about Goodwin's first brick-and-mortar location

Eco-friendly boutique owner makes recycling fashionable

Ecoboutiquo owner uses recycled items to design one-of-a-kind clothing and accessories.

How a row of derelict houses have transformed into boutique hotel

Inside the new bar and boutique hotel in Ropewalks - Lock and Key

How a North Portland Boutique Plans to Conquer the World

Kenton's Mantel launches a new website to fill demand in South Korea and Japan.

7-year-old's online boutique aims to help kids with cancer

BB Painter is a small business owner with a big purpose.