Something that I don't mention enough is how magical it is to own a local shop. The photos above were taken on a regular day at work when we met some super cute girls from Oklahoma. It warms our heart to see groups of girls, mothers and daughters and cute couple coming in for bubble tea, cupcakes and dress shopping. We love seeing girls try on dresses and come out of the dressing room glowing and giggling! We really enjoy meeting people. It's magical. Just thought I would share a little peek. We're so excited to put up dozens of vintage foil Christmas trees this week! xo. elsie
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Sounds lovely! Wish I didn’t live on another continent, Or I’d be there everyday!
very magical =)
Someday I WILL visit Red Velvet. It is not that far. I also own a local business, much smaller, but I enjoy watching our customers, many of whom have become our friends, find something that makes them happy or takes care of a need.
One day I will totally go! It looks so cozy and fun! xo Sarai
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you put so much love into your shop, it’s no wonder so many people go there and have a good time! people feel all the effort you put into it and show their appreciation 🙂
Aah, it does seem so magical. I hope I can come visit one day, Elsie.
xo
your shop looks like the most adorable place to spend time, ever!
I love visiting your shop! It really is such a magical place [and Emma makes the yummiest bubble tea!]. These photos are so sweet, and yay for Christmas trees! xo.
cute pictures!
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I wish to have ,,a usual day work” looking like that 😀
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Sew sweet 😉 I would love to see your shop someday. I’m really excited to decorate for Christmas this year!!! My husband says we have to wait until after Thanksgiving (I agree). It’s our first Christmas as a married couple 🙂 I’ve already bought some cute first christmas ornaments 🙂 Can’t wait to put pictures in them + hang them on the tree. Fun!
great photos, love them
How fun! Love those pics. And what a wonderful way to spend a day:)
So, so, so nice!!!!
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I can’t wait to visit someday! Have a wonderful weekend!
It’s so lovely to have such great energy in your shop. Love all the smiles. So great you get so see the thrill and excitement when someone adds a great new vintage piece to their wardrobe.
I love it when you post pictures of the shop! I look forward to seeing your lovely Xmas displays 🙂
That is so cute! I want to come in and have bubble tea! Your shop looks amazing!
Oooh, this makes me so excited to visit someday! I adore you and your shop, Els, and I love seeing these little peeks. Thanks for sharing your life with us!
Ah I wish I loved closer so I could visit your shop! Always looks so beautiful
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That is exactly what I was thinking…how adorable are those customers of yours!!!! Soooo adorable! Hearts, janna lynn
Oh take lots of pictures of the trees when you put them up! They must look darling.
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Rebecca
I’m from Oklahoma, living in SoCal now…but I just got so excited seeing my home state on your page! I absolutely love your blog, and hope I can someday visit your adorable shop!
your shop looks like such a cozy place to be in!
I love the look of your shop – I would be there in a heartbeat if I could! And hang out all day long! [Oh, and I find it a little bit difficult to find the Red Velvet Shop on your new (and awesome) blog design. I’d love to go there often (as a substitute as I can’t come and visit…) ] Thanks for daily inspiration!
antastic.i love you pictures. it’s very amazing.
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How fun! I loved this & would enjoy more sneak peeks into daily life at the shop. Have a great day!
seems absolutely lovely 🙂
-Georgia
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First I love the way your shop is decorated. I love the Ikea lights, they are so gorgeous. One day I’ll get to visit the shop and have some bubble tea and browse.
sometimes when I’m at work, I day dream about spending a day working in a beautiful store like yours!!
That bubble tea looks so refreshing. What a fun shop you have. It looks so charming and personable.
xo,
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very sweet. 🙂
What a beautiful idea! I wish I could come! Thank you for a wonderful blog! Kindness goes a long way!
Good luck, darling!
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Hi Elise – I am sure you know many of us look at you blog and wish 🙂 I know it is the product of much hard work, but I love how you always take the time to step back and ENJOY all that you have, and have fun, in the midst of pursuing new projects. Rebecca
I love seeing posts like this- they totally inspire me even more towards opening my own shop. It makes me so excited!
The first pic is very nice!
Feeling so inspired by your blog today, the weather here in England is very glum, so when I popped over to yours from Flickr, you were my ray of sunshine x http://blog.lobsterandswan.com/2011/11/shop-keeping-dreams/
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This Blog is amazing! I’ve browsed it a lot and it is full of amazing stuff!
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Silvia
Just discovered your shop and blog through Lobster and Swan. I am absolutely in love with your style. Loved that the first post I saw was about the joy of owning a local shop. I run a local shop here and I could relate to everything you said. Looking forward to continuing read your blog! Thank you 🙂
This is great! And how much fun is it going to be to decorate for the holidays?! I hope that I’ll be able to stop by the shop one day 🙂
I’d love to come visit your shop one day! It looks so fun. 🙂
I admire how much love and care you put on your shop. Big fan of yours!
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You are the cutest shop owner in teh WORLD! you seriously have the dream job and you are such an inspiration! I hope I can visit from California one day!
xo
Jackie
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This is very sweet! I actually just went into my first vintage clothing store. It was magical and it made me think of you girls. I have picked up a few vintage items at thrift stores…but there was a different thrill and excitement about trying on vintage dresses galore with my best friend…and then finding the most perfect dress! It really is a lovely experience! xo
Yay! You have no idea how excited we were to see our picture on your blog! We have all followed your blog and business for years. That was such a fun and magical day meeting you and your sweet sister!!! Loved your shop and cannot wait to come visit again!
Ooo the velvety bows look scrumptious!
Your shop is so worth visiting. I am very grateful I was able to see it…no experience it. Thanks for always creating beauty!
another visit is in the works! miss that place.
Yay for Oklahoma girls!!! =)
You know, I really like your blog. But the thing I don’t like is that your adds cover as much space as your content. That stinks.