We're opening a store front in downtown GR!

Dear friend, neighbor, beloved family member, or stranger !

 

If you haven't already seen our posts... Alana Sawicki and I, Emmanuel Ibarra, are opening a second hand retail store in downtown Grand Rapids called OTONO !!! (For more info on OTONO, read the description below) We have spent countless hours and invested so much energy and capital to develop and build OTONO.

 

This whole process has taken a lot of luck, patience, struggle, and learning. We are not quite ready to open our doors just yet, but to help get us to that point, we would greatly appreciate any support (moral, financial, technical). This would help us immensely as we:

-- Build out the store space

-- Pay for expenses such as: POS system fees, security system fee, utilities, etc

-- Commission a design for a logo

-- Create community building events

-- Grow our following

 

We appreciate any amount or kind of support you can give towards our dream. We are thankful for all the friends and family who have already helped with preparation and have encouraged us in this process. Alana and I are excited for the day to see you all in our Store ! Thank you for your support!

 

About OTONO LLC

 

OTONO is a second hand retail store and consignment shop opening at 317 Division Ave S, on November 12th, 2021. OTONO is also a social enterprise, which is a business with a primary purpose of creating a societal benefit rather than maximizing profit. We exist not only to sell clothes, but to:

-- Create community centered around culture* and well-being

-- Have a positive impact on the Heartside community

-- Share JOY

-- Create opportunities for others to build their own brand and create wealth

-- Provide easier access to participate in the second hand economy

 

At OTONO, you will find an intentional selection** of clothes, shoes, accessories (spoon rings, bags, scarfs, hats, bags, glasses, etc), Homewares Goods (hand towels, blankets, etc), Kitchen & Dining Ware (plates, bowls, cups, coffee/tea/cocktail ware), Home Decor (lamps, art, prints, mirrors, rugs, books) and more :^)

 

*Culture includes fashion, arts, music, recreation, (food & coffee/tea in the future ??)

**Selection will follow the general themes and aesthetic of a unique design, durability, and quality brands & materials