Sassy Owl: The Cutest Boutique in Houston County!
Have you ever walked into a store and felt at home? I had that experience a few months ago at Sassy Owl Boutique in Kathleen. The owner, Alissa, is so friendly and welcoming, and the boutique itself is the perfect size. After learning more about Alissa, I learned she has a pretty interesting story to tell, so I thought I’d introduce you to her today!
Jamie: Tell us a little bit about yourself?
Alissa: My name is Alissa Woody. I was born and raised in Valdosta and after 27 years I moved to North Carolina where I lived for 9 years. Last summer, I moved to Warner Robins with my children – Bryan and Katie – and a poodle, Rocky, who loves a new outfit as much as I do! I have a Master’s degree in business administration/management/health services.
J: How did you get the idea for Sassy Owl Boutique:
A: The concept was originated on the way home from dinner one night. As a single mother on a budget, I kept seeing all these cute, trendy dresses on boutique Facebook pages and websites, but I couldn’t justify paying the price plus the additional cost for shipping. I knew there had to be a way to offer trendy, affordable clothing for women with the possibility to offer free or a discounted shipping. So, here we are two years later!
J: A lot of people seem to be drawn to the name “Sassy Owl.” How did you come up with it?
A: On the same car ride home I knew the name would have “Owl” in it. I have always loved vintage owls (from the 70s), but owls do seem to be popular these days. We even have customers that come in just because of the name of our store or because they are looking for something with an owl on it!
J: How is Sassy Owl different from other boutiques in the area?
A: At Sassy Owl, we like to say we are “trendy, affordable, and sassy.” Sassy Owl is a place for women to buy stylish apparel and accessories at reasonable prices. We feel like women work hard for their families and their money, so they shouldn’t feel guilty for buying clothes and accessories that make them feel like a million bucks! We strive to offer great customer service and want to make everyone feel welcome from the moment they walk through the doors.
J: What have you enjoyed most about Houston County so far?
A: I most recently came from a small town in North Carolina that didn’t offer a lot of places to shop – local or franchise; we had to drive 45 minutes to get to a Target! I love the convenience of shopping in Houston County; there is a good mixture of small businesses and mass retailers. Houston County is also a very friendly community. Last week, Mayor Randy Toms stopped into the store to introduce himself and to show his support of small businesses.
I encourage you to stop by Sassy Owl soon! And on Thursday, May 5, consider attending the boutique’s Sip and Shop event featuring a Stella & Dot trunk show as well as great discounts on new arrivals! You can click here to RSVP. And be sure to follow Sassy Owl on Facebook and Instagram!
