The Social Map for Independent Fashion
Who we are
A social‑first discovery app reimagining how we connect with fashion
World Boutique exists to give brick-and-mortar boutiques a digital presence that still prioritizes their physical space, recognizing their craft as cultural anchors within urban spaces.
More than a marketplace, 
is a fashion ecosystem that moves beyond algorithms and consumption — connecting people to places, and to each other, through conscious fashion exploration.
What we do
Discover. Share. Curate your city's style.
World Boutique blends social media with real-world retail. Explore, share, and curate personalized shopping routes featuring independent boutiques in your area — stores that align with your style, values, and ethics.
Through the platform, users share boutique finds, recommend shopping paths, and connect with a community of like-minded explorers. For boutiques, it's a direct channel to engage customers and build lasting relationships.
Why we do it
"Reclaiming fashion discovery — one city block at a time."
Independent boutiques offer unique products, personal service, and a sense of community that mass-market retail cannot replicate. We built World Boutique to bridge the gap between social discovery and local retail.
The team
Meet the founders
Chief Executive Officer
Alden Sewall
A sales leader specializing in data-driven enterprise solutions, with a track record of helping global organizations harness technology to solve complex problems and unlock new value. Alden's career has been built at the intersection of data management, SaaS innovation, and consultative selling.
Chief Operating Officer
Ian Conlon
A designer and product developer of eyewear with a career managing creative licenses including Ed Hardy, Jones New York, Bob Mackie, and Rebecca Minkoff. Ian's fashion background has led to best-selling products at Urban Outfitters, TJ Maxx, and Target.
Lead Project Manager
Ben Gilsenberg
A full-stack developer with over a decade of service industry management behind him, Ben bridges the gap between technology and real-world operations. Specializing in React, Next.js, and real-time databases, he architects the systems that power WoBo’s discovery platform — bringing the same collaborative instinct that defined his management career to every line of code.
Sales Associate
Rose Wells
A fashion merchandising student at Marist University and bridal stylist intern at Kleinfeld Bridal, Rose brings a rare blend of styling intuition and business acumen to WoBo. Passionate about fashion as a vehicle for self-expression and confidence, she specializes in personalized styling and trend analysis.
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