Meet Patti!
My story
I grew up with a deep love for expressing myself through fashion, never following trends, but instead creating a style that was entirely my own. From an early age, I understood how powerful it could feel to wear something that made me stand tall, feel bold, and reflect who I truly was. That feeling of confidence and individuality became a lifelong passion.
Like Soul, Like Style
Opening The Funky Hippy Chic Boutique was never just about clothing it was about embracing a way of life that celebrates authenticity, color, and soul. I couldn’t see myself selling anything mainstream, because nothing about me ever was. This boutique became my canvas, a place to share my love for worldly style, boho vibes, rich textures, and bold expression.
The Funky Hippy Chic Boutique is located at 679 Resorts World Drive, Monticello, New York.
Surrounded by, and immersed in, the 1,700 acres known as Adelaar, this is where the Resorts World Catskills Casino and the indoor water park are located.
Back in the 1930s, when Sam Chanin, Patti’s grandfather, purchased three acres for his father, it was part of a large farm surrounded by boarding houses, small hotels, and bungalow colonies. Sam and his wife, Esther, did what many folks did here in the summer — they took the long drive from Brooklyn to what was known as “the mountains” to breathe the fresh, clean air.
They had to make a living, so they took in guests who also wanted that clean mountain air. Sam Chanin Bungalows consisted of a saltbox farmhouse with a small apartment on the second floor and three bungalows.
In addition, Grandpa Sam had a candy stand on the corner of Thompsonville and Chalet Roads, where he sold candy, pop, and newspapers to all the passersby and there were many!
At that time, there were as many as 15 boarding houses in the area, all bustling with summer visitors.
This isn’t just work. It’s where my soul feels at home, it all becomes part of what I create
Also a Thank you, to all the Funky Hippy CHic Ladies, for being part of our Funky Hippy Chick family and showcasing The Funky Hippy Chic style! It brings me so much joy…thank you!
The Funky Hippy Chic Boutique
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When I opened The Funky Hippy Chic Boutique, I knew it was taking a chance, but I had to be true to my mission. From a very young age, I have always expressed myself with clothing and I knew how empowering it was to me to feel that I looked good and even turned heads simply because I was put together in a very unique one-of-a-kind way. It was never about showing off my body, it was about showing my personality! We are all individuals and have an opportunity to create our very own look!
I hoped that these people who dare to look different than others, discover and own their style. In doing that they would feel confident, joyful, powerful and of course beautiful! For me, clothing and accessories have always been my expression of how I was feeling, truly mood changing. Texture, color, shapes, all this can change the way you feel, the way you carry yourself. When
I get pictures from my Funky Hippy Chicks, showing me how they created their look, it brings me so much joy!
Funky Hippy Chic Boutique Gives Love Back
At Funky Hippy Chic Boutique, we believe fashion is a powerful way to express your spirit, culture, and love for the world. That’s why every piece we offer is thoughtfully hand-picked or handcrafted and rooted in traditional styles and inspired by the free-spirited, hippy lifestyle we live and love.
We’re endlessly inspired by the stories our customers share how our clothing has lifted their spirits, sparked confidence, or simply made them smile. It’s what drives us to give love back in every way we can. From supporting artisan communities and ethical makers to contributing to causes close to our hearts, we’re on a mission to spread good vibes, one outfit at a time.