After seven years of operating an online business, Rachel and Ted Alvia they officially opened a clothing store in downtown Evanston (Wednesday).
Wednesday night Avail Corporation, 1106 Davis Street, held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the grand opening. Opening of the business owners want to expand their business,cheap prom dresses the result of the collaboration with the cooperation of downtown Evanston, business network.
"This is surreal," said owner Ted Avila, "It really is."
Business create custom wedding gown and bridesmaid prom dresses 2012, and other formal clothing.
Husband and wife duo began reconnaissance of the position in June, in Chicago and Evanston. The owners said they eventually decided to open a shop in Evanston, because many of their former customers are from the region.
While in Evanston, the Avilas encountered Evanston downtown office, where they met with Executive Director Carolyn Dellutri. Dellutri informing them of the vacant space of Davis Street, the couple visited the same night.
"We looked in the window, pull carryforward inside out said to me:" In fact, I can imagine yourself in here, this is the first place "," Ted said.
Start, Avilas began the process to ensure that the real estate in visiting space. They officially moved to August 4.
Downtown Evanston, the Evanston Chamber of Commerce and a friend of the owners, members attended Wednesday's opening.
Evanston Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl, who wielded the giant scissors to cut the ribbon activities, she said she was very pleased with the bride business.
"Tisdahl at the opening ceremony, said," We are very pleased that you have decided to choose Evanston. "This is the official, making Evanston wedding destination.
Dellutri said, completed the Avail and open process, of Evanston "one-stop shopping" wedding destination.
The opening of Ted's father, who died in September and the strong support of the business.
Since the move, about 30 Evanston store clothes have been transported away. Take about six months, each piece of clothing, Ted said.
"This is a very good space and Rachel said," We are very pleased to be able to Evanston.