Visiting Female-Owned Businesses in the Arts District: Las Vegas Mixtape v5

4. Track #4: Rockin Bettie, Arts District

This self-described “pin-up rockabilly retro boutique” on S 3rd St is in what used to be “a church built in 1924 for railroad workers,” says Rockin Bettie owner Amy Ortiz. “It’s such an awesome space. Our whole courtyard used to house the railroad workers. We used to even have a bell until someone got on our roof and stole it!”

Established in 2011, the shop has attracted luminaries like Britney Spears and sells vintage-inspired clothing in sizes extra-small to 6XL, all designed in Vegas. “Because our clothes fit everyone’s body and style so well,” says Ortiz, “our customer base spans a wide range, from 15-70 years of age.” The store’s hottest items? “The Whittier pants is our top seller, followed by the Mimosa matching sets (the atomic dress with matching men’s sweater), the Kellyann sweater, and finally our ‘Love Your Curves’ belted capris.”

Ortiz is known for working with nonprofits in the community since she was 15. “I was born and raised in Vegas, so helping the community means everything to me. Before Covid, I held yearly car show events to benefit the homeless teens of Las Vegas.”