Gigi Kate and Co. open for business

By John Miller, 03/14/23 1:56 PM

PRESCOTT – A ribbon cutting ceremony was held for a new business in Prescott – Gigi Kate and Co.

The ribbon cutting was done Tuesday morning at 10. The business is owned by Tina and Rick Smith. Tina said she’s been doing this (selling clothes and other items) the last four-and-a-half years, starting it as a home business. However, the business outgrew the Smith living room and a building was needed. In looking for a location, Tina talked with Rena and Jimmy Brown about renting a building they own on West First Street. The Browns agreed to rent the building, and also renovated and painted it.

“This has been a dream of mine for a long time,” Tina said. The business actually opened 30 days ago to see how things would work. Smith said the reception has been good and they’ve gotten a lot of positive feedback. Being a large woman, she said, finding clothes that fit and looked good was difficult and served as impetus for the business venture, which offers clothing for women, children and some men’s clothing, mostly ties and shirts. Accessories and home decor are also available at the shop.

When asked about the business’ name, Smith said her grandchildren call her Gigi and her granddaughter’s middle name is Kate, hence Gigi Kate and Co. The business has a website where people can shop online at www.gigikate.com, however, the site is being updated at this time as more inventory is being added to it. It should be up and running soon. Not to worry as the business can also be found on Facebook at GigiKate@Co. Additionally, the phone number is 870-260-1643.

Jamie Hillery, executive director of the Prescott-Nevada County Chamber of Commerce, sponsors of the ribbon cutting, welcomed Gigi Kate & Co. to Prescott, saying it’s a beautiful facility with a lot of nice things. “I encourage people to shop locally,” she said.

Smith said while talking with the Browns about the building, Rena asked what Tina’s vision was. This was incorporated into the upgrades. “She made it come true.” Smith said.

Gigi Kate & Co. is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, is closed Wednesday, open from 10-6 Thursday and Friday and from 10-2 on Saturday, except when they’re on buying trips. When they’re on these trips, a sign will be placed on the door to let customers know  when they’ll be back.