Our
Story 

The Collective has been a labor of love for Tommi Long and Lindsay Bangel. The two merged their businesses, Contravan and LABL VB, along with Wanderful Boxes in November. Tommi and Lindsay met after Lindsay moved back home from NYC. They were both operating their businesses under the pop-up model creating unique experiences for their customers. Tommi and Lindsay connected personally and professionally and their businesses were ready for the next step.

After a year of due diligence, actively looking for a space, Tommi connected with Jon Sedel, the owner of La Promenade Distinctive Shoppes. Jon liked their story and he was open minded to the collaborative experience. The Collective opened as a holiday pop up and has turned into a permanent location.

The store offers something for everyone - women’s contemporary clothing, activewear, natural beauty and gifts as well as kids clothing. The Collective has created a low risk environment for emerging businesses by bringing in other brands to experience a retail storefront. Tommi and Lindsay have created a retail launch pad showing others they are not alone.