08/29/2026
In the middle of a busy Fall Open House day, I looked over and caught this. Papa and Ella having their own little moment while everything was happening around them. And look at that smile in the mirror, I’d say she already has him wrapped around her little finger 😍 I’m so glad I grabbed my phone because this is The Red Lantern, too.
It’s never just been about the clothes, the décor, or what’s sitting on the shelves. It’s about family. It’s about our people showing up and jumping in. It’s about our kids and grandkids growing up behind the counter, husbands helping wherever they’re needed, Mom, my aunt and I working side by side, and all of you who have become part of our story along the way.
The Red Lantern has always been woven into our real life; the busy, the messy, the beautiful, and the little moments like this that stop you right in your tracks.
And speaking of our people, THANK YOU for an absolutely amazing Day One of our Fall Open House! You showed up. You shopped. You visited. You laughed with us. And once again, you reminded us why we love doing this so much. Every person who walked through our doors today was part of what made it such a special day. We’re tired tonight, our feet hurt, and our hearts are very, very full. But this is the good stuff. This is The Red Lantern. And we wouldn’t want to do it with anyone else. ♥️
Now…bring on Day Two!!!