Our Story

Chel Bella's Beginning

Chel Bella first opened its doors May of 2005 in coastal Hingham, Massachusetts and since then has become an anchor to Hingham Square. As the premier shopping destination on Boston’s south shore, the boutique hosts an exclusive list of the most sought-after designer names, offering a curated collection of clothing and accessories to deliver a complete wardrobe experience.

Meet Our Owner Lisa Lennon

I dreamed of being in fashion since I was a little girl. At a young age, I discovered the confidence and joy brought by a stylish, perfectly fitted outfit. My favorite part of summer vacations were the back to school catalogs arriving at my house, and I would spend hours pouring over every page attempting to create the perfect outfit for the first day back.

Originally from Seattle, I attended the University of Colorado at Boulder and hoped to be hired as a buyer for Nordstrom after graduation. Following a short stint in corporate America, I moved to Sydney, Australia to get my master's degree in international business & law.

While in Australia, I worked at a women's clothing boutique in Sydney and fell in love with the effortless yet chic style of Australian fashion. Upon graduating, I met with Australian fashion houses and created a business plan for a boutique in America that was inspired by Australian style. However, the comfort of corporate America got me again, and I ended up in the food industry. This career path brought me to upstate New York, where I met my future husband.

After we married, we decided to settle in his hometown of Cohasset, Massachusetts. I instantly fell in love with Chel Bella. The unique selection, along with personal styling sessions and the exceptional customer service, made the boutique one of a kind. I can still remember popping into the boutique an hour before leaving for a trip to Nantucket and Chel Bella styled two gorgeous looks for me in under five minutes. 

Having the opportunity to continue the almost 20 year legacy of Chel Bella is an honor. I am so excited to share the confidence and joy brought by putting on a stylish, perfectly fitted outfit.