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Leah Barnett and Jill Barbee opened Blush Studio and Apparel in downtown Monroe.

The women's clothing store also features a custom hat bar.

The owners also operate Lather Grooming Studio in Monroe and wanted to start a more feminine-focused business.

Future goals include launching online sales and adding a children's clothing line.

Looking for cute, affordable clothes for women? Check out Blush Studio and Apparel.

Located at 118 N. Monroe St., Leah Barnett of Newport and Jill Barbee of Sumpter Township opened the clothing store in September.

“We have been looking for the perfect location for a few years. After a few attempts to secure other spots downtown, we saw this building,” Leah Barnett said in an email. “Jill and I have been business partners since 2021 a

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