Family-Owned Haberdashery Offers Handmade Bow Ties, Sunglasses

TAMPA, FL -- The ELLA BING Haberdashery, a locally owned and family run men’s accessories boutique, is now open in Hyde Park Village.

The 580-square-foot shop at 1607 Snow Circle is among 25 locally owned businesses in Hyde Park Village.

Featuring crafted items like handmade bow ties and wood-carved sunglasses, The ELLA BING Haberdashery began as an online store. Owner Brent Kraus opened The ELLA BING Haberdashery to pay tribute to his younger brother, Matthew, who committed suicide. The family mourned his death and struggled “to find our purpose and our place in the world,” Kraus said. His mother, Lisa Kraus, used to make handcrafted silk and cotton bow ties for Matthew, who wore them regularly so Brent Kraus decided to begin selling the bow ties in his brother's memory.

The family business grew and, before long, Kraus decided to open a storefront in South Tampa.

Lisa Kraus continues to sew the bow ties by hand and Kraus' father, David, a skilled woodworker, creates the wooden products like sunglasses and — yes — bow ties. A portion of all sales goes to support the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay’s work in suicide prevention.

“The beginning (of Ella Bing) was therapy for us,” Brent Kraus said. “Now it has given us an opportunity to help others. Being a part of the Hyde Park Village will allow us to continue this work and keep the issue of mental health in front of our community. I love Hyde Park Village and its blend of local businesses and national brands. We look forward to being an asset to the community.”

Kayla Swisher, marketing manager, said The ELLA BING Haberdashery is a perfect fit for Hyde Park Village.

“Their one-of-a-kind, hand-crafted men’s accessories provide a selection of upscale and elegant offerings to our guests,” Swisher said. “We love their passion to give back to the community
through supporting the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay.”

Hyde Park Village is comprised of seven city blocks in the heart of the Hyde Park Historic District. Since its first buildings were constructed in 1905, this landmark retail destination has been a cherished regional hub. It is now home to a mix of local, regional and national brands including Anthropologie, Fig & Julep, Brooks Brothers, Cinébistro, Downtown Dogs, Juxtapose Apparel & Studio, Kendra Scott, lululemon athletica, JMcLaughlin, On Swann, Buddy Brew Coffee, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, Salt Pines, Sprinkles, The Shade Store, West Elm, bartaco, Bluemercury and more.

The Village offers a variety of high-end shopping, dining and entertainment as well as a Fresh Market held the first Sunday of the month. For more