Meet The Team
Catalina Quintero
Creative Direction · Styling · Vibe Curator
Catalina has been part of Elsie in Naples since the very beginning—this boutique is both family and home. As our creative director and lead stylist, she brings heart, vision, and a signature sense of effortless style to everything she does. Her eye for beauty goes beyond clothing—she curates experiences, evokes confidence, and helps women feel seen and celebrated.
“My favorite part of working here? The women. The energy. Every conversation feels like a moment between friends,” she says.
Catalina is known for her elevated yet approachable style—favoring statement pieces like our effortless linen sets that offer both polish and comfort. Her personal aesthetic? Feminine. Elevated. Unapologetic.
With a fascinating background as a former maritime attorney, now a realtor and wellness advocate, Catalina brings a multidimensional perspective to fashion. She believes in dressing with intention and empowering others to express their essence—because when you feel aligned, everything flows.
A favorite memory? Styling a client who had just gone through a divorce. “We found her a power outfit. She left with tears in her eyes—happy ones. Later she wrote to say she hadn’t felt that confident in years. That’s when you know you’ve done more than style someone—you’ve helped them reconnect with who they are.”
Catalina lives by the motto:
“Feel good. Look good. Do good.”
And that’s exactly what she brings to Elsie in Naples every day.
Lori Ricci
Brand Ambassador · Resident Stylist
Lori has been part of Elsie in Naples for five years, beginning her journey at the Farmers Market in Naples. Today, Elsie in Naples at The Perry Hotel is truly her happy place—a home away from home where creativity and connection thrive. As our Personal Stylist, she brings passion, artistry, and an ever-evolving sense of style to everything she does.
Her eye for fashion goes beyond clothing—Lori sees fashion as art, and each day at Elsie as a blank canvas filled with trend-forward, polished, and show-stopping looks that elevate confidence and joy.
“Elsie’s mentorship, enthusiasm, and exuberance fuel my creativity,” she says.
Lori is known for her constantly evolving style—drawn to new weekly European fashion finds that keep her wardrobe fresh and exciting. Her personal aesthetic? Trend-forward. Polished. Show-stopping.
With a fascinating background as a musician—she plays both piano and clarinet—Lori brings a multidimensional perspective to fashion and life. She believes happiness is a mindset rooted in gratitude, grace, and always seeing the beauty in others—because when you help someone feel beautiful, it’s transformative.
A favorite memory? The many heartfelt connections she’s made with clients over the years. “When a client says she looks and feels beautiful,” Lori shares, “I glow with pride.”
Outside the boutique, Lori loves interior decorating and design and delights in sharing her creativity through her weekly live impromptu videos—which she finds just as entertaining as her viewers do.
Lori lives by the motto:
“Happiness is a mindset rooted in gratitude, grace, and always seeing the beauty in others.”
And that’s exactly what she brings to Elsie in Naples every day.
Amada Vera
fashion assistant
Amada Vera has been part of Elsie in Naples for five months—but she’s already woven herself into the heart of the boutique. For her, Elsie in Naples is more than a workplace; it’s a vibrant community where style meets kindness. As our Fashion Assistant, she brings positivity, grace, and a genuine love for connecting with people to everything she does.
Her eye for fashion goes beyond finding the perfect outfit—she’s passionate about helping clients feel confident, seen, and celebrated.
“My favorite part of working with Elsie is the positive energy she brings every single day. She has such a creative eye and a true passion for helping people feel confident and beautiful. It’s so inspiring to be part of a space where style meets kindness and every customer walks away feeling special,” she says.
Amada is known for her beautiful, comfortable, and chic style—favoring pieces that combine elegance with ease. Her personal aesthetic? Beautiful. Comfortable. Chic.
With a hidden talent for solving puzzles, Amada brings a thoughtful and multifaceted perspective to fashion. She believes that clothing is a powerful tool for self-expression and confidence—because when you feel like yourself, everything else falls into place.
A favorite memory? Helping a client rediscover herself after a big life change. “When she looked in the mirror, smiled with tears in her eyes, and said, ‘I feel like me again,’ I knew I was in the right place.”
Amada lives by the motto:
“Create a life you love.”
And that’s exactly what she brings to Elsie in Naples every day.
Kimberly Yacus
Client experience specialist
Kimberly Maria Yacus may be new to Elsie in Naples, but she’s already leaving her mark—this boutique has quickly become both a place of connection and purpose for her. As our Client Experience Specialist, she brings warmth, vibrant energy, and an intuitive sense of style to everything she does. In just six short weeks, Kimberly has forged meaningful bonds with clients, helping them discover confidence and joy through fashion.
Her eye for personal connection goes beyond clothing—she sees fashion as a pathway to self-expression, empowerment, and genuine transformation.
“I love connecting one-on-one with customers and helping them find pieces that not only fit well but also boost their confidence,” she says with a bright smile.
Kimberly is known for her vibrant, eclectic, and fearless style—favoring bold colors and unique pieces that reflect her lively spirit. Her personal aesthetic? Vibrant. Eclectic. Fearless.
With a fascinating background—including the unexpected talent of guessing someone’s zodiac sign just by chatting—Kimberly brings a multidimensional perspective to her role. Outside the boutique, you might find her riding her Kawasaki Ninja motorcycle down the Florida coast. She believes in the power of fashion to transform how people feel about themselves—because when you feel seen and confident, you stand taller and embrace who you truly are.
A favorite memory? Helping a woman rebuild her wardrobe over several hours. “A few days later, she came back just to say hello and thank me again. It was an incredible reminder of why I love what I do.”
Kimberly lives by the motto:
“Not all who wander are lost.”
And that’s exactly what she brings to Elsie in Naples every day.