BFFs at MBFC

My Best Friend’s Closet Has Always Been About Having Best Friends As Customers

By Kim Rodriguez

January 2020

My Best Friend’s Closet is a namesake inspired by owner Patty Flores’ real life experience as a teenager growing up in Miami. “My friends used to raid my closet weekly,” she says. “So, I thought, that would be my dream – owning a small, unique boutique where my friends could shop.” Flores grew up working in her family’s packing supply business starting at a very young age, so becoming an entrepreneur wasn’t such a difficult transition. With her past experience, and her love of fashion and shopping local, she made her dream a reality, opening MBFC in 2010 in the City Beautiful.

Flores never questioned where she would open her solo boutique; Coral Gables was her only choice. MBFC’s true niche is dresses, which not many stores specialize in, so opening shop next to a plethora of bridal stores along Miracle Mile was a home run. She does not sell traditional bridal gowns, yet she does market a lot of her merchandise with brides in mind. Whether it’s for the events leading up to “the big day,” or during the honeymoon, she has it covered.

Her selections also appeal to audiences from teenagers looking for unique prom choices, to women of all ages shopping for a special event dress that can’t be found in big box stores. Ladies can also find rompers, separates, gifts, sunglasses, bathing suits, and even skincare, so give yourself time to really peruse the racks.

Some of the brands Flores carries are Jovani, Donna Mizani, Rumi, Quay, Library of Flowers, and Tokyo Milk, to name a few. When asked what sets My Best Friend’s Closet apart from other specialty stores, Flores simply says, “It’s the MBFC team. Our customers are genuinely our friends and we care about them. We are so fortunate to have customers that have become our BFFs since we opened the doors.”

Flores would like to offer all Coral Gables Magazine readers a 20 percent discount in store, and, if you can’t find what you are looking for there, visit the website www.mybestfriendscloset.com and use code VIPBFF when checking out. What are you waiting for!

Kim Rodriguez is a personal shopper whose clients include many Coral Gables residents. Krpersonalstyle.com

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