Wardrobe stylist and small business advocate Leslie Firkins joins Michelle to talk all things fashion, confidence, apparel, and community. ✨ What's Inside: Building confidence through personal style Bringing apparel and accessories into a retail space Creating fashion events and experiences that build community From taking more risks with what you…
In this episode, Michelle sits down with wardrobe stylist and small business advocate Leslie Firkins to talk about the connection between personal style, confidence, and the retail experience. Leslie shares how her early work in photography led her into wardrobe styling, how she helps people feel more comfortable taking fashion…
In this solo episode, I answer questions from Misty Stachel of 85 Local about how I prepare for wholesale markets, build seasonal concepts, and make buying decisions that support my stores. I share the process I use before, during, and after market to stay organized and buy with intention. In…
NEW SHELF TALK PART 2 IS LIVE! 🎙️ I'm back with my co-host, Susan Esayian, and Kate Kauffman for Part 2 of our Holiday Edition! If you're planning for the holidays, this episode is packed with practical merchandising ideas you can actually use. ✨ What's Inside: Holiday inspiration and planning…
Michelle Sherrier is joined by co-host Susan Esayian and special guest Kate Kauffman, owner of Grease & Glitter Studio, for Part 2 of this special Shelf Talk Holiday Edition. Together, they continue the conversation with even more practical ideas for holiday merchandising, creative inspiration, and cost-effective displays that independent retailers…
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In this episode, Michelle, Susan, and Kate dive into holiday merchandising from every angle, from planning months in advance to creating displays that feel intentional instead of overwhelming. They share ideas for layering holiday throughout the season, building memorable customer experiences, using simple props on any budget, and why storytelling…
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Emily Brooker is the creative director and owner of Esme and Elodie, a women's and plus size boutique in Renton, Washington. Esme and Elodie is known for being size inclusive, sex positive and humor filled. Emily guides her vision of social entrepreneurship and the modern woman into a community focused…
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One of my favorite takeaways from this conversation 💛 The best sales relationships aren't built by selling everything—they're built by giving honest advice, even when it means saying, "This product isn't the right fit for your store." When we put community over competition, everyone wins in the long run. 🎧…
This week's episode gave a little behind-the-scenes look at what's coming next. I'm sharing why I always start with inspiration before any project, plus a sneak peek at what I'm looking forward to at Las Vegas Market. There are some exciting new vendors coming, and I can't wait to see…
Fresh off multiple Dallas Market setups and heading into Las Vegas Market, Michelle shares what's working, what's changing, and how she's rethinking her buying strategy for the season ahead. In this episode, Michelle reflects on her recent projects, including the Levant showroom and a unique merchandising project for The Brit…
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Today’s episode is live! 🎙️ Kate Kauffman joins me to talk all things merchandising, customer flow, displays, and creating stores that truly connect with shoppers. What’s Inside: Merchandising strategies that help increase sales Creative display ideas for independent retailers Lessons from Anthropologie and West Elm Listen now. Link in bio.…
Kate Kauffman is the owner of Grease & Glitter Studio, a Vermont-based creative design studio serving retailers throughout New England and beyond. She specializes in visual merchandising, store flow and layout optimization, and striking window displays. Drawing on more than 10 years of industry experience with brands like Anthropologie and…
Today's episode is live! 🎙️ Amy Meadows returns to the podcast to talk about the art and science of visual merchandising. From window displays to store layouts, we're diving into the small changes that can make a big impact on sales. What's Inside: Window display strategies that grab attention Creating…
For all of us who are merchandisers, Amy Meadows has the dream career. She has over 25 years of experience in window display, visual merchandising, and event planning. Recognized nationally in her field, Amy has reinvented traditions and reinvigorated business for both major retailers and independent businesses. From big boxes…
From the early days of Paul Frank to helping transform Igloo, Ben Soto has built a career around creativity, curiosity, and taking chances. In this clip, he shares lessons from working behind some iconic brands and why staying open to new opportunities can lead to incredible places. Listen to the…
Today's replay episode is live! 🎙️ I'm revisiting my conversation with Ben Soto, whose career has taken him from the early days of Paul Frank to Disney and now Igloo. What's Inside: The story behind the rise of Paul Frank Lessons from Disney and product development Why creativity and adaptability…
Creating depth, balance, and flow in a display can completely change how a store feels ✨ In this episode, I’m sharing how I use wood slices, risers, layered shelving, and simple architecture pieces to make displays feel abundant, cohesive, and shoppable without looking cluttered. Sometimes the smallest merchandising details make…
In this episode, Michelle shares how thoughtful retail architecture can completely transform a store by maximizing space, improving flow, and creating displays that feel abundant without becoming cluttered. She dives into practical merchandising techniques, creative tabletop styling, and the importance of layering products to create visually engaging and shoppable spaces.…
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