Local woman steps in to prevent closure of beloved boutique- just in time for prom season

(BROKEN ARROW, Okla.) On January 2, 2023, a social media post sent shockwaves through Downtown Broken Arrow and beyond:

After more than a decade in business, Glamour Gowns and More was closing up shop.

Hundreds of comments followed, many of congratulations for the retirement of boutique owner Kellie Blanton, but also sadness GGM was closing.

The news caught the eye, and heart, of local business owner Sarah Salyer, who knew she wasn’t ready to see the Rose District staple close its doors.

“When I read that Mrs. Blanton was retiring, I thought, well good for her!" Salyer said. "But sad for Broken Arrow. Glamour Gowns is a BA staple.” 

After working in real estate for several years, Salyer and her husband Jake, who has worked in real estate 18 years, started their own local brokerage, Hearth Homes Realty.

Sarah and Jake officially acquired Glamour Gowns and More on January 27th, 2023.

"I have so many memories of Mrs. Blanton from high school and knew somewhat of the store's history," Jake Salyer said. "A specialty boutique has always been a dream of Sarah’s and knowing the business Mrs. Blanton built; we are honored that she decided to trust us with it. And I know my wife will continue to make the store thrive."   

With prom season officially underway, Sarah is ready to guide local high schoolers in the time-honored tradition of finding their perfect gown.

Instead of closing on January 31, GGM’s new owners will be having an official re-opening of the store February 4th, 2023.

Glamour Gowns and More is located at 124 S. Main in Broken Arrow. Store hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. on Saturday.