Sale Information
Mission Statement
girlfriends...the bra specialists seeks to enhance a woman's concept of positive self-image and good health by offering quality lingerie products which provide a choice for comfort, quality, fit and style in an environment appealing to a women's senses and shopping pleasure.
Background
"girlfriends...the bra specialists" is a profitable full-service boutique offering bras, underwear, mastectomy fittings, swimwear, maternity and nursing bras, fashion accessories, and sleepwear.
Reason for Sale
After 15 years as the store's owner/operator - Kathy Glascock is looking to retire! Kathy is willing to stay on for negotiated consulting work after the sale of the business.
- Current location: 4419 N. Progress Blvd, Peru, IL 61354
- One mile south of I-80, just east of IL 251, and minutes from I-39, near Starved Rock State Park.
- The current lease has expired and is month-to-month at $1,700 per month plus utilities.
- No direct competition within 100 miles
Growth Potential
- $60,000+ average annual profit
- The perfect complimentary business to add to an existing women's store
- Untapped online sales and marketing opportunities + increasing a social media presence
- Medicare-certified facility accreditation is available
Brands We Carry
- Wacoal: Wacoal and b.tempted
- Eveden: Eveden, Fantasie, Freya, and Goddess
- Anita
- Amoema (mastectormy line)
- Spanx
- Fahsion Forms
- Braza
Inventory Features
- Bra sizes ranging from 30" to 52" bands and "AA" to European "K" cup.
- Orders are placed weekly and very minimal supply chain issues
- New styles are introduced bi-annually in March and October.
- All inventory is included in the sale and paid for. Fixtures, POS system, customer lists and sales data, displays, and more!
Existing Customer Base
- Female, ages 12-102
- Database of >14,000 individuals from 47 states and 6 countries.
- Destination, not just another boutique
- Most marketing has been by referral, not in print or digital.