I recently enjoyed meeting the owner of Shoe Shoe Baby, Natalie Galligan. I loved hearing about her new, local boutique and was excited to feature her as a vendor on the Imaginate blog. I will be working w/ her soon to do some shots in her boutique, and stay tuned for an exciting womens’ event that we will be announcing & working on too!
Shoe Shoe Baby
909 S. Eldorado Rd., Suite B , Bloomington, IL 61704
Located on the corner of Lincoln Ave. and Veteran’s Parkway
309-663-6292
Tell us a little about yourself? I am married with two step children. I play competitive volleyball, have three dogs and love love love going to the beach. I really enjoy meeting and working with women in the community and helping them look and feel their best. My goal with women is to help them “rediscover the fabulous woman within”. Women have so many responsibilities and commitments that they often forget to take care of themselves. My goal is to help them remember what is feels like to look good and feel good.
How did you decide to start Shoe Shoe Baby? I decided to start Shoe Shoe Baby after I was laid off of my job in pharmaceutical sales. I knew pharmaceutical was not the place for me, but like so many people, I felt stuck. God heard my prayer and decided to change my direction. After a lot of soul searching I decided that my passion was to work with women, get to know them and do whatever I could to help them look great. I have always enjoyed fashion and thus the idea for Shoe Shoe Baby began. My husband came up with the name as a tribute to his father. During WWII his father flew a B17 bomber named Shoo Shoo Baby. We loved the meaning behind it.
What kind of items are carried? Are there styles & sizes to meet everyone’s needs? I carry shoes, clothing, handbags, and jewelry. The styles range from very casual to dressy “statement” pieces. I have had women age 20 find things they love as well as women age 75. I also have a wide range of prices. Denim, for example ranges from $79.00 up to $200.00 depending on the designer and style of the denim.
What are your favorite lines? My absolute favorites are Michael Stars, Joseph Ribkoff and Cartise. The reasons that I love these lines is because they are proven. The materials are top of the line and the fit and designs are incredible. No one else carries these lines in Bloomington and they are very unique.
What inspires you most about your boutique? The women that come in inspire me the most. I love helping a woman find the perfect outfit and then hearing her say how much she likes my boutique. I am excited everyday to see who God will bring through my door.
And for the readers of the Imaginate blog, Natalie has kindly offered an additional 10% off to anyone who mentions the Imaginate Photography blog! She is have a sale going on, and the 10% discount would be in addition to the sale prices! Thanks, Natalie!
