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Meet Marianna O’Sullivan, Sophia & Leonardo’s Mum
A deep passion for beautiful clothing inspired this
busy mum to open an ethereal childrenswear boutique,
in one of Sydney's prettiest neighbourhoods.
photographed by ian macpherson
styled by jenny lacey
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Marianna with her children, Sophia & Leonardo.
lmnop: How were you inspired to start your business?
mo: Since I was very young, I had a deep passion for beautiful clothes of a very high quality. As a little girl growing up in Northern Italy, my mother always ensured that I looked very smart.
lmnop: What’s your biggest seller?
mo: Bonpoint a beautiful French label. Equally Il Gufo, Caramel Baby and Child
are very good sellers.
lmnop: What advice would you give to other mums trying to start a business?
mo: Don’t try and be the perfect mother and run a business at the same time.
You can be a very good mother and run a successful business if you are highly organised, but it’s not easy!
lmnop: How do you juggle your business with motherhood?
mo: I am at the boutique whilst my eldest child is at school. My son is looked after
by a nanny until lunch time each day. I ensure that each minute I spend with my children in the afternoon is well spent, given how precious time is.
lmnop: What’s your biggest challenge as a mum?
mo: To keep everyone happy. This is called ‘The impossible deliverable.’
lmnop: What do you, Sophia and Leonardo like to do together?
mo: We love to just stay at home and bake or cook something special.
lmnop: The best piece of advice you’ll ever give to your children?
mo: Be honest and diligent.
Arabella Boutique is located at 1 Transvaal Avenue, Double Bay, Sydney NSW.
Phone: +61 2 9362 8155.
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Read more about Marianna O’Sullivan in LMNOP Magazine, Issue 5.
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