Twig & Willow

Specialties

twig & willow is a unique California lifestyle boutique nestled in the heart of Belmont Heights, CA. Owned by partners and neighbors Karen Quimby & Billie Gentry, the boutique boasts a warm and friendly ambiance and features contemporary clothing for women, apothecary gifts, housewares, accessories, baby items, mens gifts and handmade jewelry by over 60 local artists. Private events and personal shopping is just one of the many special services provided. Every package is wrapped with care so whether you are treating yourself or someone else, it always feels like a special gift. With a California casual approach to fashion and lifestyle, what’s not to love!

History

Established in 2009.

This first-of-it’s-kind boutique has recently opened it’s doors for business Nov.7^th, 2009. Owner/​partner Karen Quimby owned and operated Ambiance, a still successful boutique in San Francisco, back in the 80’s and dove back into the boutique business after a 15 year career in the cosmetics industry. She created and developed beauty products for brands like Urban Decay, Smashbox, DuWop, Lola and most recently Marula. Her partner Billie Gentry joined her, stepping away from a long and successful career in advertising, managing some of the largest media budgets for the worlds leading car makers and hotels. The two came together to develop a business that would bring them closer to a community they love. With a keen eye for aesthetics & fashion and a sharp mind for business, this partnership is unstoppable. In four short weeks twig & willow has already made it’s name in this charming neighborhood of Belmont Heights, CA.

Meet the Business Owner

Karen Billie Q.

Business Owner

When we saw the little space at 4^th & Grand, in Belmont Heights pop up for rent we knew it was an opportunity we couldn’t miss. First friends and neighbors, now business partners Karen Quimby Lobo (veteran product designer and business owner in the beauty industry) and Billie Gentry (marketing & advertising guru) created twig & willow.

We cater to a woman’s everyday lifestyle with a California Casual approach to fashion & lifestyle. Our customers are top priority. An old-​school approach to customer service is something we pride ourselves on.

Karen (aka shop-​a-​holic) handles all the buying, merchandising, copywriting and creative while Billie (aka. the penny pincher) works to keep the business financially on track, managing the staff and all operational aspects. We feel blessed with an amazing staff of local women and feel truly honored to be a contributing part of a thriving community and now the world thru the online shop.