nancy O, Popular Ridgefield Boutique, Celebrates 20 Years
Nancy O’Connell is busy counting the days until Saturday, April 12. That’s the kick-off date for the 20th anniversary celebration of nancy O, her fashion, gift, and knitting boutique. To understand what a big deal that is, the life expectancy of a small business in Connecticut is 5.73 years, according to a recent University of Connecticut study.
The April 12 celebration will include entertainment, refreshments, and, at 1 p.m., a Ridgefield Chamber of Commerce ceremonial ribbon cutting and proclamation by special guest First Selectman Rudy Marconi.
In the spring of 2005, nancy O first opened on Big Shop Lane. After outgrowing that location, it moved to Catoonah Street in 2012 and in 2019 grew again with a move to the Marketplace at Copps Hill, its current location.
Ms. O’Connell credits nancy O’s success to the enduring relationships it has with customers and the community. “The staff gets to know our customers, and we enjoy helping them choose clothing, fashion accessories, jewelry, and baby gifts,” she said. “As a full-service knitting shop with a wide selection of yarns from around the world, our knowledgeable staff assists customers in choosing knitting projects, the right yarn, and provides other help as needed. We also offer a full schedule of knitting classes.”
Even before April 12, there is an air of excitement at nancy O. “Colorful new spring sweaters, tops, accessories, and gifts are arriving, and we are moving our fall and winter inventory for final clearance sales,” said Ms. O’Connell. “So, come to the store to take advantage of the sales, see the new inventory, and be sure to stop by on April 12.”
The staff at nancy O, front row (l. to r.): Missy Holmes, Nancy O’Connell, and Cathy Charles; back row (l. to r.): Siw Potter, Anita Huseback, and Ellen De Gennaro.