Shaking things up.
Paris Apartment Building
So I’m not moving to Paris, I am moving a mile from where I live now. However when one has lived somewhere for five and a half years with another person, uprooting that life and physically moving all of one’s belongings to a new space is no small task.
Not to mention, this isn’t just a move, it’s a lifestyle change. Anyone who has lived in a loft will understand what I mean. Our only door is the bathroom door, currently. Even the bedroom, which is made of partial walls, doesn’t have a door, but a curtain that I put up. I’ve done my best when we’ve had overnight guests, but you can imagine the awkwardness this could create.
So, this week is consumed by final preparations for moving. We are so excited, even though it means leaving good friends in our building, including Katy and Rob. That part of leaving is sad, but the right opportunity came along, and this move is going to be wonderful and worth it when I am sleeping in my new bedroom Saturday night.
I didn’t do a retrospective 2009 blog post, but I feel really good about making this change at the beginning of the year. 2009 was good for me for a lot of reasons, but I think more good things are going to come out of this for me and David. Least of which is having rooms, doors, and each having our own bedroom closet. Oh yeah, and David can walk to work. How cool is that?
So anyway, excuse me if posting is spotty this week. I do want to share a few things though.
• Zac Posen for Target. Ignore the comment from the person who says his line for Aussie Target was so much better. People are snotty. I’m looking forward to seeing this stuff in person.
• Fashion Week is quickly approaching. I can’t wait.
• Nice (and very handsome) gay couples giving me the thumbs up on my outfit for Party Arty on Saturday night. Getting photo booth photos with my date for the night, Katy. Seeing my favorite DJ has returned to Firefly.
• FINALLY doing my pinup shoot with Nikki and Candy of Vixen Pinup Photography! It was amazing, and damn, can Nikki lace a tight corset!
• Mmm…Helvetica. NOM NOM NOM.
In mere days I will be typing to you from my new, fabulous home office. Until then, stay classy.
Can I get a Quote? | Dave Thomas
There’s no one to stop you but yourself.
–Dave Thomas
Grabby ‘n Stabby | 01.14.10
Happy belated new year — I hope 2010 is treating you all well thus far! Things have been pretty crazy professionally and personally since the new year began, but it’s all been great stuff! Today I am wearing heels to work rather than snow boots for the first time since before Christmas, and I am a happy girl.
In 2010 I plan to post more about design, advertising and fashion, as well as all my travels for work. If you like what you see, I hope you will leave me a comment! And now, for the first Grabby ‘n Stabby of 2010!
Can I get a Quote? | Ray Kroc on luck
Luck is a dividend of sweat. The more you sweat, the luckier you get.
–Ray Kroc
Can I get a Quote? | John Caples on what sells
Clever, tricky ideas often sound fine when described in a conference room.
But some simple, basic, plain-as-the-nose-on-your-face idea will sell more goods.–John Caples
Worn Out | Baby, it’s cold outside
Check out our fantastic, fashionable Christmas sweaters!
Links are Awesome | 12.18.09
I know yesterday was the Grabby ‘n Stabby, but I’ve got some things I want to share so I felt like I needed to do a “Links are Awesome” again.
** Pictures from last night’s second holiday party with MK12.
Grabby ‘n Stabby 12.17.09
Happy Thursday all!
Are you finished with your holiday shopping? If you celebrate Hanukkah I would guess so, but Christmas shoppers still have plenty of time to order online and still get their presents in time for the holiday. If you’re like me you already knew that because your email is flooded with discount offers.
Santa baby…
The days are counting down, there’s even the possibility of a white Christmas, at least in my neck of the urban jungle. I can’t wait to see my family, which is the most important thing of all…but what about gifts?
I’m talking amazing, sometimes over the top, sometimes useful gifts! A girl can dream, can’t she? Here’s a list of things that I wouldn’t mind finding under the tree in 10 days.
Can I get a Quote? | Paul Rand: on originality
Mies van der Rohe once said that being good is more important than being original. Originality is a product, not an intention.
— Paul Rand, from Graphic Wit “Paul Rand: The Play Instinct” 1991