05/07/2026
Hi L&B Friends,
I have a little work/life update to share with you…
After a lot of thought, I realized I’m not ready to step away from retail.
Losing L&B after 20 years brought a lot of grief, and for a while I truly didn’t know what was next for me. I felt completely lost and honestly struggled to imagine starting over.
But after some healing, therapy, reflection, and time, I’m finally starting to feel excited again about what’s ahead.
So… with that said… I’m excited to share that I’ve accepted a new role as Retail Director of a new boutique in Grand Haven called Haven + West.
I’ll be bringing my 20 years of retail experience — and all the best things I learned through Lee & Birch — into this next chapter: personal styling, one-on-one customer service, live videos, outfit inspiration, and creating a space that feels welcoming and inspiring.
I would absolutely love for you to follow along Haven + West for behind-the-scenes moments, sneak peeks, new arrivals, and all the excitement as we open the new space.
While I’m still grieving what once was, I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunity to help bring a new concept to life and pour my creativity and experience into something new.
Thank you for continuing to support me through all of life’s twists and turns. It truly means more than you know, and I can’t wait to welcome you into Haven + West.
— Nikki