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a cowgirl , very neutral and traditional and more conservative . I ’ m a little more eccentric and like to add a twist . We just moved to a farm , and I don ’ t wear heels .” But she continued , “ At the basis we are just two moms trying to provide for our families .” When describing the two of them , she said , “ We have a love for fabric and giving back to our community .”
The two put a big emphasis on comfortable and soft fabrics that feel good to the skin when purchasing for the store and their customers . “ When we order our inventory we look for special blends that feel good ,” said Krouse . They also focus on keeping prices low while offering quality clothing that doesn ’ t fall apart . Krouse said , “ We have a responsibility to bring style that isn ’ t ridiculous .”
While the offerings in their store help people in the need , the two women also help their local community by volunteering and supporting a variety of causes . The store proudly supports Aledo athletic programs and other local charities . But one that is important to both of the partners is Gracefully Strong . This Aledo-based charity supports young girls by showing them that they are each wonderfully made and that inner strength and self-worth are discovered and nurtured through healthy physical , spiritual and emotional choices . Krouse described it as , “ Gracefully Strong helps little girls boost their self-confidence . It ’ s an after-school program that started in Aledo and is growing fast .” Red Horse Boutique has hosted a number of fundraisers for the group including an initial one with a photo shoot focus . The evening of the event there was a freak snowstorm . Because of their strong and loyal customer base they still had 60 people show up in the snow for the fundraiser .
New to the business is Red Horse ’ s online presence . It showcases all of the new arrivals at the boutique as well as allowing online ordering of the store ’ s inventory . Krouse admitted she was surprised by the online orders , but was pleased with the growth of their website and the ease that current customers have in seeing what ’ s new in the store .
Girl ’ s Night Out events are held each month at the store ’ s downtown Aledo location . The store has a back patio area where food and wine are served all lighted by twinkling lights . The November event will be a Whiskey and Wine Crawl on Nov . 10 from 6 to 9 p . m . Several other area businesses will be participating with Red Horse that night . Krouse invited everyone to come because she said , “ It ’ s a fun community thing to come out to .”
The duo also has some exciting plans for this holiday season and plan to kick off everything on Black Friday , Nov . 25th .
Red Horse Boutique is open from Tuesday through Friday 10 a . m . to 6 p . m . and Saturdays from 10 a . m . to 5 p . m . It is located at 223 N . Front Street in Aledo , just off the railroad tracks .