Crossroads Benton Boutique

The holidays are upon us, and what better way to support the busy elves in Saline County than to shop at a local boutique for all the items on your Christmas list? Crossroads Benton Boutique has been a part of the community since February 2017, and owner Michelle Hadlock and her family have been residents since 2000. 

“We moved to Saline County because I wanted my girls to attend the Bryant School District,” Michelle said. “Both my girls are grown now. Lori works as a special education teacher, but she also helps me with logos and graphics for the shop; and Ashlee, who is a registered nurse, is one of my models. And of course, they both love shopping at the store!” 

Michelle says her husband Cliff supports all her big adventures, including camping, hiking, and possibly the biggest adventure to date—starting the boutique. She also has two sons-in-law, four grandchildren who call her Mimi, and two miniature schnauzers. ”I am so thankful for my family,” Hadlock said. “My mom, Joyce, has always been my biggest cheerleader and such a wonderful role model.” 

Before starting the boutique, Michelle studied Business Administration and worked in plastic surgery for over 15 years. When she first opened for business, Crossroads Benton Boutique set up at several vendor pop-up events. She rented a booth at Ma & Pa’s Peddlers Market in Benton, and after that she also opened one at The Painted Tree, which is still open in West Little Rock. 

In July 2024, a space in Bryant located behind Wal-Mart inside the Boutiques & Suites Building at 107 Progress Way, Suite 509 in Bryant became available. “It is a very small space, but I think it’s the cutest little boutique ever! I also hope to expand one day,” Michelle said. Because the store already had created a strong following and was known by the name Crossroads Benton Boutique, the previous name remains even in the Bryant location. “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it,” she says with a laugh.

Michelle says she got the idea for the boutique because she has always loved clothes and shopping. “When my youngest daughter was in middle school, she loved to shop too. We attended ‘Holidays at Hurricane’ at Hurricane Creek Elementary School, which was one of my favorite holiday shows,” she said. 

“We met a very sweet vendor named Brooke with Tilly’s Chic Boutique, and we loved her booth and clothes. We purchased a lot of beautiful clothes from her, and I remember thinking I would love to own my own boutique one day. Finally, in 2017, that dream became a reality.”

Michelle says that Crossroads Benton Boutique is “unique” because of all the comfortable, stylish clothes she carries, from sweatshirts to pants sets, and in all sizes from small to 3x. She also provides custom shirts. “I love all my clothes, and I want everyone to have an amazing shopping experience and to feel welcome.”  Michelle said. 

To roll out the holidays, Crossroads Benton Boutique will be set up at several pop-up events at various conferences, hospitals, and Christmas events, including the First Annual Old Fashioned Christmas at Marketplace on Saturday, December 13 from 4 to 7 p.m. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be there, and there will also be a Christmas tree lighting. “Everyone will get a chance to shop all of the local businesses in the area,” Michelle said. “I will have sweet treats and a game set up to spin and win door prizes!”

Michelle said she is really excited about this event and believes it will really showcase all the local shops. “I love living in Saline County,” she said.” I’m so glad my girls attended Bryant School District because I feel the school had a big impact on their education and careers. I’m honored to be a member of both the Greater Bryant Chamber of Commerce and the Benton Area Chamber of Commerce.

“Saline County has so much to offer and really is a special place.” Michelle also said she appreciates every customer who comes into her boutique. “They are all important,” she said. “I want them to enjoy the time they spend in the shop and feel like they are always welcome back.”

Michelle shared a recent review that made her day. It said,

“This is the cutest boutique ever! Michelle is very kind and sweet, I love the variety of products and prices too! Thank you again for making my shopping so very pleasant!”

Michelle said, “It’s comments like that, all the sweet faces, and meeting new friends that make it great.” 

The boutique is open Wednesday through Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m., with items also available at Booth D13 at the Painted Tree in West Little Rock, which is open Monday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. 

Michelle also encourages everyone to like her Facebook page and check there for the most recent updates, events, and sales.