Owner & Creative Director

Kim spent 20 years as a Chief of Staff before bringing her dream to life: Nocturne, a dark romantic boutique and her ultimate love child. With a Master’s in Digital Communications and an artist’s eye, she curates every detail—from enchanting spaces to bookshelves arranged with near-spiritual precision. An Aries Sun and devoted champion of small creators, Kim is equal parts business mastermind and chaos demon. Though she plays grown-up in her office across the street—Houdini’s jail cell, as she calls it—she’s often in Nocturne, stirring up mischief, making people laugh, and ensuring the magic never fades.

Owner & Operations

Mike spent over 20 years wrangling the chaos of grocery stores before fate (and maybe a little magic) led him to Kim in his hometown of Baltimore on April Fools’ Day 2019. Sensing their energy was unstoppable (he was right), they packed up, moved to Salem, and made their dream a reality. Nocturne wouldn’t run without Mike—he’s the backbone, the problem-solver, and the calm in the storm. A true Cancer, he’s the store’s steadfast guardian, keeping everything (and everyone) from spinning into the abyss—while somehow always knowing when you need a snack.

Store Manager & Mascot

When Kim and Mike met Codie in February 2023, it was love at first sight—and honestly, how could it not be? With years of experience in just about everything and an effortless ability to keep Nocturne running smoothly, she’s the heartbeat of the shop. A true Pisces, she balances eerie storytelling with boundless patience, motherly kindness, and just enough otherworldly charm. Author of Here Lies a Vengeful Bitch (with Body Count coming 2026), she’s a lifelong ghost story enthusiast, Salem local, and the proud owner of possibly haunted dolls. Nocturne wouldn’t be the same without her.

Personality Hire

Mandy proudly claims the title of personality hire—and honestly, she’s not wrong. Effortlessly cool, wildly funny, and just the right amount of chaotic, she brings an energy to Nocturne that can’t be taught. A true New Englander and self-proclaimed Kitschstress of the Dark, she lives for vintage décor, bold aesthetics, and a good craft project. Her laughter fills the shop every Sunday like the world’s most delightful haunting, and Nocturne wouldn’t be the same without her wit, warmth, and knack for turning every interaction into pure entertainment.

Drama Queen, Future Oscar Winner

Lauren was born for storytelling—whether on stage, on the page, or in a perfectly timed, delightfully dramatic moment at Nocturne. With a background in drama from both Philadelphia and London, plus creative writing studies up and down the East Coast, she’s a true Jane-of-all-trades. A self-published author, a master of words, and the creator of multiple viral characters on TikTok (@glamourpossum), Lauren effortlessly blends wit, wisdom, and just the right amount of theatrical flair.

The Scholar

PJ has been part of Nocturne’s crew since our very first Halloween, and every year, we count down the days until she’s back. Proudly Black, queer, and neurospicy, she’s a practicing witch with a love for speculative fiction, mythology, and all things that sparkle—making Nocturne the perfect fit. By day, she’s a tech wizard with an MIT background, managing high-level software projects; by night, she’s enchanting customers with book recs and Libra energy. Want to make her smile? Talk anime—but be warned, you might be there a while. We just keep hoping one year, she forgets to leave.