Written by Isabella Aranda Garcia & Gia Miller
In 2013, Catherine Hiriart opened the second Catherine H. on Parkway in Katonah. Now located one block over on Valley Road, this women’s clothing boutique, along with Indigo and HIM by Catherine H., both on Katonah Avenue, repeatedly hit the mark. Catherine H., which Hiriart describes as “a luxury destination where style meets sophistication,” features European clothing and style, while her men’s store, HIM by Catherine H. (opened four years later), features a casual yet still elegant look. In 2022, she opened Indigo as a response to the shift she saw in our community. Indigo offers a curated collection of premium denim, along with other casual yet elegant items.
Regardless of the style, Hiriart always focuses on fit and quality. Each boutique provides a variety of sizes and styles to fit many body types, allowing customers to dress comfortably and stylishly. She also handpicks each line of clothing, paying special attention to the artistry, quality and craftsmanship. Her choices are elegant, sophisticated and “transcend trends.”
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Inspired by her childhood in France, Hiriat’s boutiques offer a personalized and customized shopping experience with styling consultations and insightful advice. All three stores are staffed by stylists who prioritize ensuring comfort, proper fit and an “elevated experience.”
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This article was published in the January/February 2025 edition of Connect to Northern Westchester.
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Gia Miller is an award-winning journalist and the editor-in-chief/co-publisher of Connect to Northern Westchester. She has a magazine journalism degree (yes, that's a real thing) from the University of Georgia and has written for countless national publications, ranging from SELF to The Washington Post. Gia desperately wishes schools still taught grammar. Also, she wants everyone to know they can delete the word "that" from about 90% of their sentences, and there's no such thing as "first annual." When she's not running her media empire, Gia enjoys spending quality time with friends and family, laughing at her crazy dog and listening to a good podcast. She thanks multiple alarms, fermented grapes and her amazing husband for helping her get through each day. Her love languages are food and humor.
Isabella Aranda is a designer, writer and social media specialist with an M.A. in emerging media from the New Media Institute at the Grady College of Journalism & Mass Communication. Driven by curiosity and inspired by timeless modern design, she blends creativity and strategy to craft compelling narratives that engage diverse audiences.
Her expertise spans digital marketing, content creation and UX design, with notable achievements such as co-creating the Georgia On Your Mind podcast and leading digital campaigns that significantly boosted engagement. A Venezuelan immigrant, Isabella brings a multicultural perspective to her work, enhancing her ability to connect with and inspire others.
