Now through 4/24

THE CAROUSEL @ BLOOMINGDALE’S
PRESENTS
FEMALE FOUNDERS

We’re thrilled to help uplift women-led businesses in our latest pop-up. Female-owned businesses receive less than 3% of venture capital funding, so we’re proud to spotlight the accomplishments and stories of these 50 brands.

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@TikaSumpter

MEET THE CURATOR

TIKA SUMPTER

The actress, producer, entrepreneur, and mother shares her top picks from the shop, plus her best advice for working moms.

Q: Why were you excited to work with Bloomingdale’s?

A: It’s Bloomingdale’s! This is an iconic store that has been around for 150 years. I’m from NYC and walking past Bloomingdale’s, even when I didn’t have any money, was magical. It’s incredible the way Bloomingdale’s gives smaller brands and founders a platform. The opportunity to celebrate women with an in-store curation is a dream I didn’t know was possible in my teenage years. Little Tika is smiling at me now in disbelief.

Q: What made you want to work with us on a female founders–themed Carousel? 

A: As a mother and entrepreneur, I know firsthand how many hats women wear. To have the opportunity to pass the mic to female founders and their businesses is truly a blessing.

 Q: What drew you to the brands featured in The Carousel? Which are you most excited to recognize?

A: I wanted a variety of businesses that showcased various sectors in fashion, mothering, homewares, jewelry, furniture, and food. I’m excited about all the brands, but the ones that come to mind right now are Kim Hill Design, Furbish Studio, Lord & Lord Designs, The Spice Suite, and Maven Table.

SHOP TIKA’S TOP PICKS

Andrea Iyamah, LarroudÉ

Q: What do you hope your daughter learns from you as a female entrepreneur?  

A: The mantra we say at home is, “I can do anything I put my mind to.” I want my daughter, Ella, to know anything worth doing is sometimes tough to achieve, but never impossible.

Q: What’s the best bit of working-mom advice received?  

A: Eat the fish, spit out the bones. To me this means to heed the advice that helps you and discard the parts that don’t serve you.

Q: What is your style aesthetic? 

A: It’s constantly changing because I’m a Gemini, but right now I’m all about athleisure chic.

Q: Tell us about the Fort Sumpter x Bloomingdale’s items in the shop. 

A: I’m excited to have a small capsule collection with the last name of my parents. They built a fort of love, laughter, care, and respect around their children. I hope to continue that through my storytelling and these items, which are committed to women, children, and joy.