Susan Hagan opened Ocean Springs Mercantile about a year and a half ago to bring vintage goods, antiques, home décor items, t-shirts and gifts to retail customers and designers alike. “We also carry a large selection of antique furniture, garden décor and gifts for that someone special,” says Hagan “We have gifts to represent our historical town of Ocean Springs and our beautiful state of Mississippi. Our diverse merchandise will appeal to all types of shoppers, as well as interior designers.”
The shop displays its offerings in small vignettes so customers can visualize the items their homes. Susan describes the store as being “a little Boho, mixing the old with the new.”
Opening the store fulfilled a dream that the Fort Worth, Texas, native had held for several years. Her 27 years of experience in retail coupled with her love of meeting new people and helping them with their design needs gave her the foundation to take the leap. “As customers share their stories and experiences, I feel I learn from them, which inspires me to continue to do this work,” she says.
Hagan also operates her business on principles that are important to her. “We believe strongly in supporting the talented artists of Mississippi.
We support local artisans as well as artisans and companies throughout the state,” she says. “We look forward to continuing to support our local school and community. “We try to find products that are not only unique and beautiful but serve a purpose such as the Nana Chimes and Rice Love bags that support and feed families in South India.”
Her goal is for the store to continue to help people create fulfill their vision for their homes or offices or find the perfect, affordable gift. She wants her store to be a warm, inviting space people continue to visit for years to come.
IF YOU GO
811 Government St.
Ocean Springs
(228) 243-9100
Monday – Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Closed Sundays
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