By GARRETT SAGER
Hays Post
For fashion seekers looking for stylish attire, vintage lovers and antique collectors, GypsyRose, 1012 Main, romantically located in beautiful downtown Hays, hopes to be your destination.
GypsyRose has two sister locations — Salon Ten O Seven, 1007 Main, and Rock Haven Spa & Salon, 1530 Smoky Hill River Road.
Owner Dereama Allenbaugh has always thought about doing a consignment store, according to Laurie Dinkel, general manager, so the two came together and came up with the idea of GypsyRose.
“Dereama has always thought about a consignment store, and we always loved doing boutique items,” Dinkel said.
When Salon Diva and Salon Ten O Seven combined, it created limited space for all the boutique items, so GypsyRose is an extra location for all the extra fun things, said Dinkel.
GypsyRose officially opened its doors Nov. 1 with a soft opening, and the response early on has been positive, she added.
“Business has been great so far, with how fast we got our store full and the deals with the consignors,” Dinkel said.
A grand opening is scheduled for Nov. 11 from 4 to 7 p.m., which will feature a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Downtown Hays Development Corporation will present GypsyRose with a brick, and cocktails and appetizers will be available.
Dinkel said there will be special deals, as well, to be announced closer to the event.
GypsyRose is regularly open 10 a.m.to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday, but will stay open later for the grand opening.
They are also open 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays and are closed on Mondays.
GypsyRose will also be putting a twist on their items with high quality second-hand items being available.
“Since there is no back step between your closet or say someplace like Goodwill, this is a nice alternative to getting rid of your clothes,” Dinkel said.
Dinkel said people can come to them with their unwanted clothing that is in good condition and they will sell it for you.
“It’s just easier,” Dinkel said. “If you have ever tried to sell something online, it can be time-consuming checking your messages or trying to find a time to meet with someone — so we just take care of all of it.”
GypsyRose will also be selling second-hand furniture, antique furnishings and art.
Dinkel said art will play a big role of the store.
All of the art in GypsyRose is from local artists on a sell-on-consignment basis.
“We love art, and we help support local artists by selling some of their art here in the store,” Dinkel said. “Hays has an amazing art culture, which is great for a small town.”
For more information, check out the GypsyRose Facebook.
