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If you’ve ever walked into Funky Hippy Chic Boutique or shopped with us online, you already know you’re not getting just another outfit. You’re getting a look that’s been handpicked with heart and soul, and often, personally styled by Patti Greco Sunshine herself. Patti’s got an eye for the bold, the beautiful, and the beyond ordinary. She travels the world through fashion choosing rich textiles, vibrant prints, and one of a kind designs from different cultures and bringing them back home to Monticello, NY. But what makes her truly special isn’t just her ability to find these treasures it’s how she styles you in them. Let’s take a closer look at what it really means to be handpicked and styled the Funky Hippy Chic way. Global Fashion, Local Soul Patti’s love for fashion goes deeper than trends. Every piece in the boutique is hand-selected sometimes one at a time for its color, its texture, its vibe, and its story. From handcrafted embroidered kaftans from India, to bold tribal prints from Africa, to soft flowing silks from Bali, she brings together a global mix of cultures that come to life right here in the Catskills. This isn’t fast fashion it’s fashion with meaning. Each piece is full of character, designed by artisans who put love into their craft, and chosen by Patti for one simple reason: it’s fabulous. Styling That Celebrates You Whether you’re a size 4 or 24, 5 feet tall or 6 feet strong, Patti believes that style should never be one size fits all. She has a natural gift for seeing you your energy, your shape, your colors and styling you in a way that feels authentic, joyful, and totally groovy. She might pull a patchwork kimono and pair it with wide leg pants that flow like water. Or maybe she’ll match you with a bold printed caftan that makes you feel like royalty the second it touches your skin. The beauty of it all? She doesn’t dress you to cover up. She styles you to show up. At Funky Hippy Chic, you don’t leave the store (or check out online) wondering if something “looks okay.” You leave knowing you look like your best self because it’s been chosen and styled with intention, just for you. Fashion That Moves with Your Body and Your Life One of the best parts about Patti’s picks is how they move. These aren’t stiff, tight, or uncomfortable clothes. They’re meant to flow with your curves, drape with grace, and give you room to dance, breathe, and be. Whether you’re dressing up for a festival, heading to brunch, or just want to feel fabulous running errands, you’ll find pieces that work with your body not against it. From oversized tops that fall just right, to high-waisted palazzo pants that make you feel like a queen, each look is designed to celebrate your shape not hide it. No Two Looks Are Ever the Same At Funky Hippy Chic Boutique, there’s no “standard” outfit. Patti mixes and matches pieces based on your energy, your taste, and even your mood. She’s known for saying, “Let’s find your vibe,” and when she does it clicks. You’ll leave with something that no one else has, and more importantly, something that feels totally and completely like you. There’s no pressure to look perfect just permission to look you. Funky, chic, groovy, goddess-like… whatever your style is, Patti will help you own it. Customers Come for Clothes, But Stay for Patti Our customers come from all over New York, Jersey, even across the country not just for the funky, colorful, eclectic fashion, but for the way Patti makes them feel. She listens. She laughs with you. She hypes you up when you step out of the fitting room. And she won’t let you leave with something that doesn’t make you shine. She’s not just a boutique owner she’s a fashion soul reader. And she’s built a space where women of all shapes, sizes, and stories can feel seen, styled, and celebrated. So, what’s Your Vibe? Ready to find your one-of-a-kind look, handpicked from cultures around the world and styled just for you? Come visit Patti at Funky Hippy Chic Boutique, located at: 679 Resorts World Dr, Monticello, NY 12701, United States Whether you’re near or far, Patti’s got something groovy waiting for you. Step into the shop, feel the energy, and let her style you in something that makes you feel fabulous inside and out. Can’t make it in person? No worries our online store brings the magic to your door. Bold. Beautiful. Bohemian. That’s how we do things around here.

from the heart of Funky Hippy Chic Boutique Let’s face it fashion should be fun. Not stiff, not by-the-rules, and definitely not one-size-fits-all. Around here at Funky Hippy Chic Boutique, we believe getting dressed is more than just putting on clothes it’s a little piece of art, a little self-love, and a whole lot of you. Whether you’re curvy, petite, tall, silver-haired, sassy, soft-spoken, or bold as ever, your style deserves to be as unique as your spirit. So if you’re ready to dress in a way that turns heads and lifts hearts (including your own), here are our favorite 10 ways to make it happen. 1. Mix and Match Like You Mean It The magic is in the mix. Pair a flowy boho skirt with a bold graphic tee. Throw a colorful kimono over wide-leg pants. Add a pair of funky boots. If it feels good together, it goes together. Funky Tip: Forget the fashion rules. If your look tells your story, you’re doing it right. 2. Play With Layers Layers aren’t just for cold weather they add texture, personality, and style. Think long cardigans, vests, scarves, belts, and wraps. Layer patterns, fabrics, and lengths to give your outfit depth. It’s like painting with clothes just keep adding until it feels you . 3. Say Yes to Color Color is powerful. It lifts your mood, turns heads, and shows off your energy. Whether it’s a sunshine yellow dress or a deep plum shawl, wear colors that light you up. If you see it and smile wear it. 4. Use Accessories to Tell Your Story Accessories are the cherry on top of your look. Big earrings, chunky bracelets, handmade bags, scarves tied in fun ways it’s all part of your style language. Don’t match express. 5. Find Treasures with a Past Mix new with old. A vintage denim jacket over a flowy dress, or a handmade necklace with your go-to top. Shopping small, local, and secondhand adds one-of-a-kind pieces to your closet. No one else will have it and that’s exactly the point. 6. Dress the Way You Feel Feeling bold? Grab your wildest print. Feeling cozy? Wrap up in soft knits and loose pants. Clothes can match your mood or shift it entirely. Think of your outfit like a vibe check. How do you want to feel today? 7. Wear Statement Pieces Without Apology You know that jacket everyone stares at when you walk by? Or the giant earrings you only wear “sometimes”? Make those your go-to’s. Let them do the talking. If it makes you feel amazing, wear it often. 8. Play With Shapes and Movement Let your clothes move. Flowy sleeves, wide leg pants, asymmetrical tops they’re comfy and dramatic in the best way. Your clothes should feel like freedom, not restriction. 9. Get Creative and Make It Yours Add patches. Fringe a jacket. Tie dye your tee. Even tying your shirt differently or wearing a skirt as a top can completely transform your look. The more hands-on, the more you it becomes. 10. Forget “Dressing Your Age” Let’s be real age has nothing to do with style. You can rock sequins at 60 and wear neon at 70. Fashion is personal. Wear what lights you up, not what the magazines say. You’ve earned the right to wear whatever you want. And babe, you look good doing it. So, Ready to Dress Like You? At Funky Hippy Chic Boutique, we don’t do fast fashion or cookie cutter trends. We’re here for the bold, the bright and the beautifully unique. The women who dare to be different. The ones who wear their hearts on their sleeves and sometimes on their skirts too. We’re based in Monticello, New York, but our funky vibes travel far and wide. Whether you visit us in person or shop online, we’ve got styles that celebrate every shape, every age and every wild hearted woman out there.

At Funky Hippy Chic Boutique, we believe that what you wear should mean something. Not just look cute (though yes, we’ve got plenty of that too), but tell a story. A story of the hands that made it, the woman who wears it, and the energy it carries from one heart to another. In a world full of mass-produced everything, choosing handmade fashion is like choosing to slow down, breathe deep, and be intentional. It’s about celebrating individuality, creativity, and community. And when you buy handmade, you’re not just buying a piece of clothing you’re supporting a movement. Let’s talk about why supporting handmade fashion matters especially when it comes to clothing that reflects your one-of-a-kind spirit. It’s made with Soul, Not Just Machines Every handmade piece carries the touch of an artist. You can feel it in the stitching, the beadwork, the dye patterns, and the way the fabric falls. There’s a kind of magic in it because someone poured time, care and creativity into making that piece come to life. Handmade clothes aren’t pumped out by the thousands. They’re crafted with love and purpose. When you wear something made by hand, you’re wearing art. You’re wearing energy. And trust us you feel the difference. You Support Real People, Not Just Big Corporations When you shop with a small boutique that focuses on handmade and handpicked items, you’re putting your dollars into something meaningful. You’re supporting artists, families, local creators, and women-owned businesses. You’re helping someone send their kid to school, pay their bills, or chase their dream not lining the pockets of a billion-dollar factory overseas. At Funky Hippy Chic Boutique, we choose pieces that are made by people, not machines. Many of our items come from independent makers and small-batch creators who share our love for color, texture, and expression. When you support us, you support them too. It’s Better for the Planet Fast fashion is one of the biggest polluters on the planet. But handmade fashion especially slow fashion that’s created in small runs or made-to-order has a much smaller footprint. Less waste. Less overproduction. More care. When you buy fewer things, but better things, you’re making a quiet statement: I care about quality, and I care about the Earth. Our funky, bohemian fashion isn’t just beautiful it’s part of a more sustainable way of dressing. Each Piece Tells a Story Ever notice how the clothes you love most are the ones that feel personal? That flowy embroidered jacket you got on vacation. That hand-dyed wrap skirt that always gets compliments. That chunky necklace you picked up at a street fair and wear with everything. Handmade fashion comes with a story and it becomes part of yours. It’s not just an outfit. It’s a memory, a mood, a little piece of who you are. And no two women will wear it quite the same way. It Celebrates Individuality (Just Like You Do) If you’re the kind of woman who doesn’t want to look like everyone else handmade fashion is your best friend. These pieces are full of color, energy, and charm. They’re not designed to blend in. They’re made to stand out and to help you stand in your power. At Funky Hippy Chic Boutique, we believe that your size, your age and your story it all deserves to be seen and celebrated. Our clothing is about freedom, not conformity. And our handmade pieces are chosen with that in mind. Whether you’re rocking a flowing caftan, a patchwork jacket, or a beaded belt from across the world you’re making a statement: This is me. You Can Feel the Love There’s something almost spiritual about handmade fashion. It carries emotion. Energy. Intention. It’s like a love note from the maker to the wearer. And when you put it on, you feel it. So when our Funky Hippy Chicks send us photos of their outfits styled their way, full of personality and joy it’s more than just fashion. It’s a celebration of connection. From our boutique in Monticello, NY, to wherever you are in the world, these clothes bring people together. So Why Choose Handmade? Because it’s thoughtful. It’s beautiful. It’s real. In a world that’s rushing toward faster, cheaper, and more disposable everything, choosing handmade is like saying: I want something that lasts. Something with meaning. Something that’s mine. At Funky Hippy Chic Boutique, we’re proud to carry a collection that’s full of heart and soul. Come visit us or shop online to find pieces that speak to your spirit, fit your body, and tell your story loud, proud, and one stitch at a time. Be bold. Be different. Be handmade.

There’s something magical that happens when you stop dressing for everyone else and start dressing for yourself. Not to fit in. Not to follow the rules. Just to feel good. At Funky Hippy Chic Boutique, we believe your clothes should speak for your soul, no matter your age, size, or style. And we’ve seen firsthand how powerful it is when a woman embraces her own look loud, soft, colorful, earthy, whatever feels most like her. For years, society has told women how to dress based on their age or body type. We’re here to say: forget all that. Fashion should never box you in. It should lift you up, give you joy and help you feel like the radiant force that you are. Here’s why dressing in your own unique way especially as you grow older is one of the most empowering things you can do. You stop asking for permission When you decide to wear that bold printed dress, oversized patchwork kimono or handmade jewelry you bought on a whim, something shifts. You’re not looking for approval. You’re simply showing up as yourself. And that, in itself, is powerful. Confidence doesn’t come from looking like everyone else it comes from trusting your own taste and knowing you deserve to take up space. You feel more like yourself As we get older, many of us become more comfortable in our own skin. Dressing in your own style can be a reflection of that confidence. Whether it’s fringe, flowing skirts, tie-dye, tribal prints, or layers of color and texture, wearing what you love makes you feel more grounded, more alive, and more like you. When you dress in a way that reflects your personality, you don’t just look better you feel better, too. You inspire others to break free One of the best parts about embracing your personal style is that it sets an example for others. Your daughter, your niece, your neighbor, even a stranger at the grocery store they see you wearing something bold, colorful or unexpected and it gives them the courage to do the same. Fashion can be a quiet kind of leadership. You never know who you’re giving permission to be themselves, just by showing up in your own skin and style. You make your closet a space of joy Let’s be honest getting dressed should be fun. It shouldn’t be a chore or something that brings stress. It should be about choosing pieces that make you smile, feel good to the touch, and light up your mood the moment you put them on. A funky print or soft embroidered top isn’t just clothing it’s a form of self-care. Fashion is about how you feel, not just how you look. You stop chasing trends—and start making them Once you step into your own personal style, trends start to lose their grip on you. You’re no longer trying to “keep up” with what’s hot or what’s new. Instead, you find things that feel timeless because they belong to you. Mixing handmade pieces with vintage finds, adding statement jewelry, rocking colorful scarves these choices aren’t just fashionable, they’re meaningful. That’s what makes it unique. That’s what makes it unforgettable. You celebrate every part of yourself At Funky Hippy Chic Boutique, we believe everybody is beautiful. Your curves, your lines, your softness and your strength it all deserves to be seen and celebrated. That’s why we carry inclusive fashion that fits a wide range of shapes, sizes, and energies. When you wear something that truly fits not just your body but your spirit you walk taller, smile wider and carry yourself with a sense of pride that can’t be faked. You realize age is just a number There’s no expiration date on style. Who says you can’t wear bright colors, bold prints or flowy fabrics after 50? Or 60? Or 75? We believe the older you get, the more freedom you have to truly express yourself. You’ve lived, you’ve learned, and now it’s time to shine fully, boldly and unapologetically. Age doesn’t limit your style it deepens it. Dressing unique is self-love in action At the end of the day, getting dressed isn’t about impressing anyone else. It’s about treating yourself with care. Choosing clothing that feels good, that reflects your mood and that lifts your spirit is one of the simplest, most joyful ways to love yourself daily. You’re not just getting dressed you’re showing up for yourself. At Funky Hippy Chic Boutique, we’re proud to dress women who dare to be different. Our collections are filled with handmade, handpicked, one-of-a-kind pieces for women who want to feel confident, creative, and comfortable. Whether you’re discovering your personal style for the first time, or simply want to add a little more funk to your flow, we’ve got something for you. So wear the bold skirt. Try on that embroidered jacket. Tie that scarf in your hair just because. You’ve earned the right to dress however you want, and we’re here to cheer you on every step of the way. Be bold. Be colorful. Be funky. Be you.