Blue Gardenia Boutique offers clothing, accessories, home goods and more…which means lots of options for Mom as we get closer to Mother’s Day! Owner Bethany Pendleton joined Studio 512 to talk about what’s available.
What are some good gift options for Mother’s Day?
“We have some amazing lounge wear from Z Supply, as well as PJ shorts sets from local Austin illustrator, Katie Kime. Lounge wear is perfect for unwinding in the evenings. Jewelry is always a great choice, and we have some beautiful gold-filled pieces that are waterproof, which is great for a busy mom who doesn’t always have time to take off her jewelry before showering or swimming. Moms love to be pampered with spa items they may not purchase for themselves. We have shower steamers, body scrubs, body oil, fragrances and lotions. My personal favorite is gardenia-scented kai and kai rose – their body buffer is infused with kai body cleanser.”
Will Blue Gardenia do anything special for moms this Mother’s Day?
“Absolutely! We are hosting a permanent jewelry and engraving event on Saturday, May 3rd and we’ll be giving away a gorgeous Katie Loxton purse too. Everyone on our team is a mom, including me, so we know how much we enjoy some pampering and gifts during the month of May. We host monthly events in the store, and anyone is welcome to join the fun. I enjoy partnering and elevating fellow small, women-owned businesse. You can follow us on social media to learn of all upcoming events.”
What made you decide to open Blue Gardenia?
“I saw a need in our area of Austin for a community-focused shopping experience. Everyone who works here lives nearby – our kids go to schools with our customers’ kids – and we love welcoming our friends and neighbors into the boutique. In my hometown of Kansas City, we have a lot of clothing and gift boutiques, and I wanted to create something similar next to my home here in Circle C. We have a great selection of apparel – everything from denim, to work attire to special occasion. I buy in small quantities and we put new arrivals out daily. Customers who have visited us recently are always pleased and surprised to see so many new things when they return. We have a lovely gift and home goods section as well, which offers not only unique finds for gift-giving, but also an opportunity to discover a new brand or product that you’ve never seen before.”