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Meet Our Stylists

As we open our doors beyond Greater Hartford, we look forward to giving each new customer our hallmark personal service. We have a wonderful, experienced, talented staff that’s here to help make your style FLY, Fabulous Like You!

Meet our stylists...

	MEET BARBARA Co-owner and the B in BK&CO, Barbara has worked in retail since she was in high school and, except for momentarily wanting to be a sports journalist, has never imagined herself doing anything else. Her thoughts about her 21 years at BK&CO: “It’s never work – it’s sometimes exhausting but it’s the best job surrounded by my best friend, the best staff and offering great service to the best customers. Pure joy!” Favorite Go-To Outfit: Skinny pants, Frye boots, and anything leopard! Style Advice: Have 3 or 4 outfits hanging in the front of your closet that can go anywhere depending on accessories and that make you feel fabulous – then on mornings when you wake up late (like me), you’ll feel pulled together and styled without having to stress too much. Stress can really kill a great outfit.
	MEET KAREN Co-owner and the K in BK&CO, Karen planned to own a boutique with her best friend, Barbara, since she was a junior in high school. Karen loves this about the women’s boutique that is her dream: “I have the opportunity to empower women to try something new. Most of the time it is a piece of clothing they would have never tried on. Other times it is opening them up to new possibilities of color. Always, it is allowing them to feel as great as they look in their new clothing.” Favorite Fashion Accessory: tri-metal hip belt and the BK&CO signature necklace worn wrapped twice. Style Advice: Always put it ALL together. Accessorize, accessorize, accessorize, without overdoing it.
	MEET DEB Deb has been a stylist for BK&CO for over a decade and a half, and brings a decidedly cosmopolitan twist to her fashion approach. She takes her inspiration from the windows of 5th Avenue in New York City and Worth Avenue in Palm Beach. Having 2 closets, one in Connecticut and one in Florida, Deb knows how to wardrobe for any season and how to maximize fashion impact with accessories and go-to pieces. Current Fashion Obsession: skinny pants from Lissette – they are flattering on so many shapes. Style Advice: Accessories are essential for every outfit, and make sure you never leave home without a great handbag.
	MEET IRENA Irena is our Ukrainian fashionista. She’s been a midwife, kindergarten teacher and a vice principal. She speaks three languages but she’s most passionate about how fashion speaks for her clients. On her fashion bucket list is to step out on the red carpet and take a picture with George Clooney. Fashion Legacy: I hope that my fashion advice for my clients is truthful and honest. Style Advice: Remember to think of comfort along with style. Once you’ve found your look, be true to it!
	MEET TAMMY Always onstage~ Tammy has her degree in Theater with a teaching certificate. She acted, danced and was a make-up artist for Saks With Avenue in her 20’s.She owned her own exercise-dance studio.Now - she loves working with bk clients to help them ‘step out of their box’ into something fabulous. She wants heads to turn as you walk by! Go-To Outfit: A great pair of Liverpool Jeans and a chunky oversized Planet sweater- paired with a pair of LondonFly booties or sandals and a funky necklace! Fashion Bucket List - Paris for Fashion Week
	MEET BETSY Betsy has spent most of her career in the corporate world. Her true passion is design. In retirement, she started an interior design business which led her to Karen and Barbara. Betsy's eye for design lends itself well to finding outfits for her clients and encouraging them to try things outside their comfort zone. Fashion Accessory: Black is alway classic. Don't forget to pair it with a bold color or patterned accessory. Style Advise: If you are a little bigger in the middle, instead of wearing something short and boxy, try a fitted top underneath a great jacket.
	MEET PERI Peri's uniquely, creative style makes her perfect for delivering the BK&CO experience - individual, personalized fashion sensibility. Her smile and ease brings her clients back for the subtle way she moves them into an unexpected look that is flattering, trending, and so comfortable. Fashion Inspiration: Peri's passion for fashion is matched only by her passion for music, with familial ties to the late, great New Orleans Jazz legends, Duke Ellington and Louis Armstrong. Her grandfather was a clarinet player who toured and cowrote music with them both. Style Advise: When working with Peri, she will always strive to find you that perfectly harmonious look that will most assuredly make your heart sing.
	MEET JANICE Tennis is Janice’s first love ~ fashion is a close second! Her work schedule revolves around her matches which seems to be a great balance for her. Fashion Icon: Princess Diana and Princess Katherine. Classic royalty! Fashion Legacy: Baggie tops and skinny bottoms. Running on the courts is the advantage for good legs and I am true to taking advantage of that in my fashion style! I always say - If you love something buy it in multiple colors!

	MEET ABBEY Abbey brings her signature blend of style, honesty, and experience to her role at BK&CO. She specializes in merchandising and helping clients discover looks the make them feel their absolute best. No matter what she is doing, Abbey's goal is always the same: to help others look and feel confident, authentic, and empowered. Joy of the Job: Merchandizing the floor so that it is magical when a client walks in. Style Advise: Timeless classic with some edge.
	MEET BARBARA Originally from Germany, Barbara loves timeless, effortless style. She gravitates toward simple, classic pieces that make you feel confident and authentic. A former teacher, Barbara brings a warm, genuine approach to helping clients find looks that bring out their best. When not at the boutique, she enjoys golfing. Favorite Motto: "You need to love what you're wearing." Style Advise: Be adventurous! Try new colors and styles, but always choose what makes you feel good and confident.