Many ask, “Who is Lucille?”
I think she’s that great aunt whose naughty diaries you found all those years later. She’s the poet who works days at the diner. Or maybe she’s the stay-at-home mom who’s also a brilliant undiscovered artist. She’s the sassy broad who winks at you in the market. I think she’s the creative, flirty romantic who lives in us all. She’s brave, she’s generous, and she always puts herself first.
Lucille’s was dreamed up by Kristen Eber. After ten years of owning the nearby Rosefinch Spa, she decided that the world could use a place to find sweet gifts for oneself and others. She knows the world is a bit shit at the moment, so take time to enjoy the little indulgences.
“In remembrance of one who shall remain unnamed, to all who aspire to what is highest, noblest and finer, but who feel that this should not in any sense prevent them from remaining intensely human.”
—Dedication, To Fair Lucille & Other Poems by Martin M. Henry, 1939
Lucille’s is located at 1653E McLendon Ave at the corner of Clifton. There is ample and free street parking.
Meet the Ladies of Lucille’s
Kristen Eber
Founder/Proprietor
Kristen (she/her) is an Atlanta native, mom, veteran esthetician, and spa owner who can’t imagine not being her own boss. Having grown up in retail stores, she feels quite at home with this endeavor. She has worked in Candler Park since 2002 and recognized the need for a beautiful gift store. Her love of antiques, vintage design, and all things French is woven throughout Lucille’s visual identity.
The idea for Lucille’s grew from a few converging forces: Kristen’s own experiences of an ever-changing life, an oppressive political and ideological landscape in the US, and a growing belief in pleasure as a form of activism. She sees Lucille’s as a place to find special and thoughtful gifts as well as a hub for sharing ideas and support. With the help of her incredible friends, family, and partners, she brought Lucille’s to life in 2026.
Her philosophy is simple: “It’s tough out there. Why not enjoy yourself a little?”
Sam Herman
Educator/Store Manager
Sam (she/her) is a certified sex and kink educator, lifelong teacher, and passionate believer in the power of sexual health and pleasure. She was hired at Lucille’s in the very early days and was instrumental in shaping the retail, design, and education programs both in front and behind the curtain.
Before joining Lucille’s, she taught high school, yoga, and instructional design, and spent years exploring sex education, sexual health, wellness, and consent through both study and lived experience.
She brings all of that experience to Lucille’s as well as a keen eye for merchandising and buying and the ability to intuitively help customers find the perfect thing, whether that’s behind the curtain or in front.
Lindsay Champanis
Design/Sales
Lindsay (she/her) was born and raised in South Africa and has called Atlanta home for more than two decades. A career graphic designer, she brings her eye for design and a deep appreciation for thoughtful details to Lucille’s. Alongside Kristen, Lindsay created the store’s branding and collateral, helping shape the visual identity of Lucille’s from the ground up.
She’s a mom to two middle-schoolers, two dogs, and two cats, which means she knows a thing or two about keeping a lot of personalities, schedules, and moving parts in order.
Lindsay feels very strongly about the importance of kindness, authenticity, and human connection. Much like Kristen, she sees joy and pleasure as an act of resistance.
When she’s not designing or helping customers at Lucille’s, you can find her spending time with her family and friends (IYKYK), wrangling the animal crew, working as the operations manager at The Rosefinch Spa, and finding her next creative project.
Krislynn Hayter
Sales
Krislynn (she/her) is a mother, lover, loyal friend, and proud Candler Park neighbor who brings big Leo energy wherever she goes. She loves good food, exceptional wine, traveling, running around the neighborhood, getting lost in a good book, and going to shows with her fiancé, English Nick.
Krislynn also works at the front desk of The Rosefinch Spa, another local business owned by Kristen, so when Kristen shared her vision for Lucille’s, joining the team felt like a natural fit.
She believes deeply in what Lucille’s is creating: a welcoming, judgment-free space where people of all genders and sexualities can explore pleasure, ask questions, and feel at home whether buying a sweet gift for a friend or anything else... She’s thrilled to be part of the team!
The ladies’ photos were taken in Lucille’s very own Majestic Photo Booth. Stop by and try it for yourself!