Pink Olive

Specialties

Pink Olive specializes in whimsical gifts for happiness and home. We feature local artists and unique treasures for babies to adults. it’s a hidden gem!

History

Established in 2007.

Originating as a web boutique, www​.pinko​live​bou​tique​.com, in 2006, Pink Olive’s East Village brick and mortar store soon followed in May 2007. Less than a year later, founder Grace Kang, previous Barney’s buyer, set her sights on expanding to Park Slope in March 2008. While still retaining its roots in baby, gifts, and home goods, the Park Slope Pink Olive will also spotlight the arts, indie designers, crafty finds, and more babywear. Grace chose the Park Slope location for its family-​friendly and artistic vibe and loves connecting with the people living in the neighborhood. Check out www​.pinko​live​.com

The name Pink Olive is inspired by Grace’s fashionable niece, Katie, who loves pink while Grace loves olives. Hence, Pink Olive Boutique!

Meet the Business Owner

grace K.

Business Owner

Grace Kang, founder and chief buyer of a whimsical baby gift boutique Pink Olive, always knew she wanted to have her own business. As a small child, she was fascinated with everything from fashion to stationery and wanted to have a store of her own. She is inspired by cultures and environment and is always on the hunt for special items. She has great passion for finding and giving unique gifts and has now made it into her career.

Grace spent many years in the corporate retail world as a successful buyer at Bloomingdale’s, saks​.com and Barneys New York before launching her own business in November 2006. Aside from running her two boutiques in East Village and Park Slope, Grace consults with fashion designers, small business owners and startups entering the retail world. Grace is currently consulting for DailyCandy’s new retail venture, Swirl​.com