Christy’s of Salado

Bringing Big Style to a Small Town

Story by SHARON WHITE | Photos by JANE GIBSON

Christy Goodfellow has been interested in fashion for as long as she can remember.

“When I was in elementary school, I would shop for my sister who was eight years older and in high school,” Goodfellow said. “And I still pick out my sister’s clothes today.”

Goodfellow grew up in Waco. After graduating from Texas Tech in 1993, she returned to Waco and opened her first clothing boutique there.

But after six months, she decided to move her shop.

“When I visited Salado, I just fell in love with the town,” she said.

Three decades and several locations later, you can now find Christy’s of Salado in her new location on Main Street, just behind the bronze statue of Gus McRae (Robert Duvall of Lonesome Dove) created by local artist Ronnie Wells.

Salado residents John and Dolly Barclay commissioned the construction of the building with Christy’s Boutique in mind. It took two years working with an architect and over a year of construction to complete. Goodfellow said she was fortunate to be involved with many of the design decisions for the shop, which were all “very intentional.” The tin-roofed, white limestone building is as impressive inside as it is outside. Its 24-foot cathedral ceiling boasts handblown glass chandeliers designed by Salado Glassworks. And crystal-embellished guitars, crafted by Tanya Reed, line the walls — truly a community-inspired collaboration.

“Now that we are in this new, beautiful building, we have been overwhelmed by all the love our customers and friends have shown us,” Goodfellow said. “We are beyond thrilled and so blessed to be able to call our new space ‘home.’”

Bringing current fashions to her boutique is Goodfellow’s goal every season. When asked about the trends for 2026, she lists:

• Flare pants and denim — both minimal and exaggerated
• Luxe “athletic” wear
• Monochromatic sets
• Bright colors for Spring
• Metallic and coated denim
• Light leather tops, pants, and dresses
• Embellished embroidered/whimsical garments (still very popular in the South)

Goodfellow’s motto has always been to create looks for clients that match their individual lifestyle, comfort level and personality. She focuses on balancing proportions when dressing and guides women to find their own best assets and emphasize them. Six dedicated sales associates assist Goodfellow in her boutique and personal attention and client service is a top priority.

The shop carries many brands that are rarely found in Central Texas, including: Kut Jeans, Johnny Was, Ivy Jane, John Mark and more. Jewelry designer Rose Manning works at Christy’s and offers her exclusive line (ROW) in the store.

“Small-business owners in Salado are a close-knit group,” Goodfellow said. “We have supported each other through the ebbs and flows. There were trying times after 9/11, as well as during major construction on Main Street and, of course, during COVID.”

Goodfellow said she has “seen God’s providence through it all.” And admits, what she values most are the long-standing relationships she has made with her clients who continue to visit and are now bringing their daughters and granddaughters to the shop.

Growing up in Waco, Goodfellow said her parents were self-employed and “they always wanted that for me.”

It seems that she has come a long way from choosing outfits for her older sister, to managing a thriving business — where her life’s work is sharing her love of fashion with others.