This week Karmen shares selected excerpts from her memoir, Learning to Fly. These powerful stories and snippets cover everything from her mother's death to the moment Karmen finally reconnected with herself and awakened. Karmen's story serves as an example of all A Line can be; not just a boutique, but a movement to help women connect and feel fully alive.

Mark your calendars for January 9th and 10th, because A Line is hosting a live Learning to Fly event! More details to come.

Connect with Karmen and A Line:
aline-online.com
IG: @alineboutique
@karmenberentsen

Check out Karmen's memoir, Learning to Fly, here.

https://www.amazon.com/Learning-Fly-Memoir-Karmen-Berentsen/dp/1735235008

This week, Karmen's daughter Reese Berentsen makes her second appearance on the podcast! Bright and confident, Reese brings us 12 lessons she thinks every adult should take from kids her age. In the past six months, Karmen has been truly shocked and impressed by her wisdom.

1. Celebrate the small stuff.
2. Don't cut your hair if you want long hair.
3. Think you're taller than you are.
4. Always have Shout wipes in your purse.
5. Just say it once and be done. (The more you say it, the less I want to do it.)
6.  Play outside,
7. Snuggle with your pets often.
8. Redecorate often,
9. Don't be afraid of change.
10. Be grateful.
11. Smile more often.
12. Turn off the lights when you leave the room.

Connect with Karmen and A Line:
aline-online.com
IG: @alineboutique
@karmenberentsen

Check out Karmen's memoir, Learning to Fly, here.

https://www.amazon.com/Learning-Fly-Memoir-Karmen-Berentsen/dp/1735235008

This week, Karmen chats with her dear friend Kara Fread. Kara has been on an incredible body journey this year. After reaching the weight she was while carrying twins (notably sans twins in utero) she lost 45 pounds after discovering she'd used all her cortisol as was suffering adrenal fatigue. She followed a strict metabolic reset plan that included no exercise and meals that featured four ounces of meat. Kara's story isn't just about weight loss, it's about learning to love her body.

Connect with Karmen and A Line:
aline-online.com
IG: @alineboutique
@karmenberentsen

Check out Karmen's memoir, Learning to Fly, here.

https://www.amazon.com/Learning-Fly-Memoir-Karmen-Berentsen/dp/1735235008

This week, Karmen sits down with entrepreneur Teresa Vidger. The dive into all things business and get a little vulnerable along the way. The successful entrepreneur is one who asks questions about what they don't understand and keeps pushing through doubt. Plus, hear about Teresa's newest venture alongside her personal stylist daughter: Kolibri, a luxury swimwear line for men.

Connect with Teresa:
livekolibri.com

Connect with Karmen and A Line:
aline-online.com
IG: @alineboutique
@karmenberentsen

Check out Karmen's memoir, Learning to Fly, here.

https://www.amazon.com/Learning-Fly-Memoir-Karmen-Berentsen/dp/1735235008

You might not hear 'personal finance' and think 'creativity' but that's exactly what Leslie Wilkonson has done all her life. She entered the world of finance 40 years ago when it was really a boys' club and never looked back. Now that she's sold her practice, she's looking for a new creative outlet and embracing her passions. Leslie was one of the lucky A Line shoppers who got to accompany Karmen on an African Safari this year. They talk personal history, horses, and how you're never too old to try something new.

 Connect with Karmen and A Line:
aline-online.com
IG: @alineboutique
@karmenberentsen

Check out Karmen's memoir, Learning to Fly, here.

https://www.amazon.com/Learning-Fly-Memoir-Karmen-Berentsen/dp/1735235008

This week Karmen chats with her operational gurus from HQ, Stewart and Abner. They dive deep into the behind the scenes of what happens after product is bought and how it gets from the warehouse to you. Plus, the importance of work ethic and how both Abner and Stewart got where they are now.

Connect with Karmen and A Line:
aline-online.com
IG: @alineboutique
@karmenberentsen

Check out Karmen's memoir, Learning to Fly, here.

https://www.amazon.com/Learning-Fly-Memoir-Karmen-Berentsen/dp/1735235008

Karmen sits down with one of the Paris crew, Katy Cloughney. Katy is leveling up in a lot of areas off her life, from home remodel to an beautiful new office and a fully merchandised closet (all A Line, of course!). Karmen and Katy dive into taking risks, doing things while intimidated, and finding community and a home at A Line.

Connect with Karmen and A Line:
aline-online.com
IG: @alineboutique
@karmenberentsen

Check out Karmen's memoir, Learning to Fly, here.

https://www.amazon.com/Learning-Fly-Memoir-Karmen-Berentsen/dp/1735235008

This week Karmen chats with Lindsay Morton of Andrisen Morton. Andrisen Morton is a Denver-based luxury men's retailer that's been around since 1979. When A Line joined the scene, Lindsay and everyone else welcomed Karmen with open arms. Together they talk fashion industry insights, like what questions you ask a supplier, and dive into the power of your soul's purpose and how each of us is both unique and human.

Connect with Andrisen Morton:
andrisenmorton.com
IG: @andrisenmorton
TikTok: @andrisenmorton

Connect with Karmen and A Line:
aline-online.com
IG: @alineboutique
@karmenberentsen

Check out Karmen's memoir, Learning to Fly, here.

https://www.amazon.com/Learning-Fly-Memoir-Karmen-Berentsen/dp/1735235008

This week, Karmen sits down alone to tell you the story of A Line. It's not just a boutique, it's a movement meant to inspire women and anyone else who needs it. Everything we do and every choice we make is opportunity to create.

Connect with Karmen and A Line:
aline-online.com
IG: @alineboutique
@karmenberentsen

Check out Karmen's memoir, Learning to Fly, here.

https://www.amazon.com/Learning-Fly-Memoir-Karmen-Berentsen/dp/1735235008

This week Karmen sits down with A Line shopper Lauren Lundy. They focus on how you style can empower you to make big moves and embrace change. Now almost 36, Lauren had a huge life and career transition in her twenties. Marriage, divorce and a new job industry made her want to embody a new persona that felt real and genuine. Lauren is also very passionate about dogs and animals, and with her husband's help she following her dreams to start a foundation to help dogs on the streets, waiting for adoption, and more.

Connect with Karmen and A Line:
aline-online.com
IG: @alineboutique
@karmenberentsen

Check out Karmen's memoir, Learning to Fly, here.

https://www.amazon.com/Learning-Fly-Memoir-Karmen-Berentsen/dp/1735235008