The Eclectic Chic Boutique Celebrates New Community Partnerships

MONTCLAIR, NJ, Nov 1 – The Eclectic Chic Boutique, a mobile artisan shop based in Montclair, is proud to announce two new community partnerships. The Eclectic Chic Boutique, or ECB for short, believes business has social responsibility within the community it serves. Owner and creator, Kristen Zachares, is thrilled to be paired with CPAW & Arts Unbound, organizations that make a difference within Montclair and beyond.

​CPAW, (Communities Promoting Animal Welfare) is a local cat-related organization that promotes low- cost neutering, trap, neuter and release programs for feral cats, and positive animal ownership solutions.  Karen, president of CPAW, met Kristen through the weekly Crane Park Market and they connected through their similar beliefs and love for cats.  

​Cat themed merchandise will be available through ECB to help create attention and spread awareness. 20% of cat themed sales from ECB go to CPAW

Arts Unbound is very excited about their collaboration with ECB and their recent move into their new location in Upper Montclair. Arts Unbound is dedicated to the artistic achievement of people living with disabilities and the senior population.  This organization provides both arts education for a multi-faceted population, and professional development to help emerging artists integrate into the retail market.  Kristen has been affiliated with AU for nearly 8 years, participating in a number of their gallery shows, events, and classes.  

​Arts Unbound is committed to the  importance of accessibility of the arts, self expression, and the acceptance of a diversity within the arts.

The Eclectic Chic Boutique is a collective of over 30 artists from New Jersey that strives to be a unique, diverse, and inclusive company that helps connect artists, artisans, and creative entrepreneurs to more customers.  ECB also provides creators with mentoring and aid with building their brand, expanding their reach, and helping them grow in both a creative and professional capacity.

For customers, ECB is  known as an inclusive environment where everyone is welcome to come and be creative and appreciate diversity. High quality, unique crafts, works of art, home goods and even artisan food are part of their varied products.  Workshops, classes, demonstrations are just a few of the ways The Eclectic Chic Boutique brings arts and education into the homes, spaces, and communities of the surrounding areas.  From hand-crafting jewelry, to specially focused art nights, to cupcake making, The Eclectic Chic Boutique provides a creative outlet for all ages.

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See our Mission Statement to see more information on our Community Partners.
Want to help us support our Community Partners? Check out our Art with a Heart section in our online store. 20% of the sale of items in the shop will go to those organizations.

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