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Building Ellie Belle: Behind the Scenes of Our Eden Prairie Boutique
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Welcome to the behind-the-scenes journey of Ellie Belle’s first flagship boutique, located in the heart of Eden Prairie, Minnesota. As a brand known for curated fashion, beauty, and tailored service, we envisioned a boutique that feels as intentional and refined as the pieces we offer.
That vision is now under construction and we’re excited to take you with us from blueprint to grand opening. This post will be updated regularly with milestones, photos, and design highlights. From longtime clients to those just discovering Ellie Belle, this is the place to follow our journey, the story behind a boutique built with purpose and personal touch.
Table of Contents:
The Vision
ELLIE BELLE
This boutique isn’t just a store. it’s an experience designed around you. From the moment you walk in, every detail is meant to offer privacy, comfort, and personalization. From shopping and fittings to one-on-one style consultations, the boutique space is designed to make you feel seen, supported, and inspired.
Here’s what’s coming to life inside:
Appointment-Only Shopping for a truly personalized experience
In-House Custom Tailoring & Alterations , including bridal fittings
Curated Collections of designer fashion, accessories, and skincare
A Private Fitting Room designed for comfort, discretion, and ease of movement during tailoring and styling sessions.
Modern, Luxe thoughtfully designed space that offers a clean, comfortable, and elevated atmosphere for private shopping and personalized service.
Complimentary Refreshments — tea, coffee, water, etc.
Every corner of the space is designed to reflect the Ellie Belle philosophy: elevated, intimate, and beautifully understated.
A First Look Inside Ellie Belle
We’re excited to give you an exclusive first look at our boutique. Watch the 3D walkthrough below to preview the space.
Boutique Build Progress
Week 1: Foundation Begins
The boutique transformation is officially underway.
Demolition is complete — the previous space has been fully cleared, giving us a blank canvas to bring our vision to life.
Wall framing has started , shaping out key areas like the fitting rooms, tailoring stand, and boutique retail floor.
Electrical layout planning is in motion, ensuring seamless integration of lighting, tech, and music throughout the space.
ELLIE BELLE: Framing the boutique walls—every detail matters!
Design Highlights
We’ll be showcasing these areas in detail as we near completion:
Client Sitting Area
A dedicated space with soft, modern seating where guests can relax during fittings, consultations, or private shopping appointments. Designed for comfort, conversation, and quiet moments between sessions.Product Displays
Shelving units designed to highlight each piece with care, organized by brand and category to make browsing effortless, while keeping select items secure and presentation-focused.Dual Sections for Women’s & Men’s Designer Fashion
Balanced layout that feels cohesive and high-end, but never crowded.Tailoring is an essential part of the Ellie Belle experience. Our boutique is designed for precision and comfort, offering a quiet, well-lit space for fittings, alterations, and bespoke adjustments. At the heart of this space is our tailoring stand, used during fittings to ensure accurate pinning, hemming, and styling. This area supports expert craftsmanship while keeping the client experience seamless and private.
From Concept to Opening
This space is being brought to life by a team of expert builders, designers, and our Ellie Belle creative staff. Every material and finish was chosen to reflect our core values: luxury, refinement, and intimacy .
We’re excited to welcome you soon and we’ll continue sharing the journey as we go.
We’re building this boutique to reflect what Ellie Belle stands for: personal style, meaningful luxury, and a space that invites you to slow down and explore.
We’ll continue updating this post with fresh progress, imagery, and launch news. In the meantime, follow us on Instagram @elliebelleofficial or sign up here to be first in line when we begin accepting appointments.
ELLIE BELLE
Inside This Story
This article follows the journey of building Ellie Belle’s first boutique in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. From early construction to final touches, we’re documenting each step with updates, photos, and design insights. Follow along as we bring our vision for a modern, appointment-only luxury boutique to life.
The Vision – An overview of what the Ellie Belle boutique will offer and how it’s designed.
Boutique Build Progress – A running timeline of weekly updates as the space comes together.
Design Highlights to Watch For – Key features and elements that define the boutique’s aesthetic.
From Concept to Grand Opening – A reflection on the journey and intention behind the build.
Inside This Story – A brief summary and guide to what this article covers.
When is the Ellie Belle boutique opening?
We’re aiming to open our Eden Prairie boutique in summer 2025. An official opening date will be announced here and on our Instagram @elliebelleofficial.
Where is the boutique located?
Ellie Belle’s flagship location is in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. The exact address and directions will be shared closer to launch.
Can I book an appointment now?
What can I expect from the in-store experience?
Our boutique is appointment-only to ensure a private, personalized experience. Clients will enjoy one-on-one styling, in-house tailoring services, and curated collections in a modern, luxurious setting.
Stephnora Peterson
The visionary Founder & Creative Director of Ellie Belle, a boutique known for its curated selection of high-end fashion and accessories. With a keen eye for emerging trends and a deep appreciation for timeless elegance, Stephnora has built Ellie Belle into a destination for fashion enthusiasts seeking unique and sophisticated styles.
Comments
Great to have a classy boutique not owned by a big corporation. Just signed up to be notified when you open. I live in Apple Valley, I will book an appointment.
It’s so beautiful and well done.
It’s beautiful. Can’t wait to shop here
This is truly impressive. I have been a customer of yours for over a year now and I truly cannot wait to experience the magic of Ellie Belle in store. Your customer service online is flawless and I know the boutique will be no different. Thank you for bringing this fabulousness to the cities!
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Rates from 0% APR or 10–36% APR. For example, a $800 purchase might cost $72.21/mo over 12 months at 15% APR. Payment options through Affirm are subject to an eligibility check and are provided by these lending partners: affirm.com/lenders. Options depend on your purchase amount, and a down payment may be required. CA residents: Loans by Affirm Loan Services, LLC are made or arranged pursuant to a California Finance Lenders Law license. For licenses and disclosures, see affirm.com/licenses.