BUX is the passion project of Barbara Kalin—maiden name Buxbaum, which inspired the name BUX. Born and raised on a farm in Glendive, Montana, Barb’s roots run deep in the American West. If you’ve ever been to Market in the Mountains, you may have met her sweet mama, “Grandma Donna,” holding down the fort with a smile.
Barb has a lifelong love for fashion and all things Western. She personally handpicks each piece from across the American West, then cleans, mends, and cares for it before bringing it to the shop. Every item tells a story, and Barb makes sure it’s ready for its next chapter.
Outside of BUX, Barb has been married over 30 years, raised five wonderful children, grows breathtaking peonies on her farm, and even runs a wedding venue.
By her side is Reanna, Barb’s right-hand gal and “ride-or-die,” who helps with Market in the Mountains, social media, and just about anything else Barb needs to keep BUX thriving.
Together, they bring the spirit of the West to life—one handpicked original at a time.