In October of 2025 I opened my first boutique, and it changed my brand and my life. MERLAU is located in Coconut Grove, FL and is home to over 50 small brands. I'm so proud of creating such an intentional space and being able to help young entrepreneurs launch their businesses.
When I first started over 3 years ago, I felt so lost. In a world where every brand is starting online, it can be so overwhelming. It feels like no one can see you. Social media is great, but it doesn't work for everyone. It didn't work for me. For me, in-person connections are so important for growing my brand. I needed people to feel my fabrics and appreciate the craftsmanship by being able to see it with their own eyes. We are so conditioned to think that "Instagram Brands" are just scams. This is valid, but also prevents us from discovering unique brands and people worth supporting.
Without MERLAU, MANN would not be where it is now. In the last 6 months we've done over $100k in sales, and we've grown as a team. Now we have 4 team members working to make all of your orders!!
I am so excited for this new collection because it's a reflection of the growth I've experienced with the brand and with my self as I continue to perfect my craft. 