I went to High Point for the purpose of finding new sources, a goal that was well exceeded. Market was great!!! While I did find new sources which I am really excited about, the best part was actually something else. The most gratifying and beneficial aspect was time spent with peers/friends, I did not realize how much I needed it. This industry at times can be hard and draining and sometimes you need a little jump start...some new inspiration to get you excited again. I found that in Camila, Lauren and Traci (not pictured sadly, don't know how we didn't get a picture). It is so refreshing to spend time with others going through what you are, knowing exactly how you feel. Talking to all of them was such a breath of fresh air. Isn't it amazing how you can feel like you have known someone forever?
I am a big believer in time spent with mentors and peers. Right now is a big transition time for me and every conversation I have had over the past few months with someone from either group has really been a blessing. I am so thankful to have such a great support system to call on for advice and camaraderie.
So onto Market- well, I thought I would have more time to go through pictures but I ran out of time so I will give you a preview and show you much, much more tomorrow. I can tell you that among the trends we saw were- large art, fun prints on upholstery, leather in every color and.....peacock- the color and actual bird.
We were shocked by this since it feels like peacock (both types) came and went but apparently they are here for a while. The festive birds/the color were EVERYWHERE. Alright, time to get going, more to come tomorrow.
17 comments:
Ugh, how I would've loved to have been there w/ you all! Maybe next year! I agree--it's so refreshing to be around other people who are as obsessed with all of this stuff as I am.
Hope to see you soon!,
Emily
Love those big graphic prints! And that peacock chair :) Glad y'all had fun!
I'm so glad you had a great time and yes, how not to with so many wonderful people around you, right?
You're looking so pretty, Marianne.
Have a wonderful day!
xo
Luciane at HomeBunch.com
thanks for the preview- can't wait to see more!
Marianne, I can see you all had a great time!!
So glad thatt the peacock blue is everywhere! I have it on my entry & office walls!!
xoxo
Karena
Art by Karena
Lovely post! I agree meeting up with other designers and my close friends was the best part of market.
I totally look like death in that picture with Lauren, but what I can I say. I was up since 6am, traveling, etc and that was around 10pm. So don't worry people I totally looked more put together every other day. :)
yay! so happy you had a great time.
I love the peacock blue trend. Haute House had a beautiful sofa a couple of years ago with a gorgeous peacock on it. I think Neiman Marcus sells a version of it now. Not as great as the one in the design showroom, but still interesting.
Here's the link to the Haute House peacock sofa:
http://www.haute-house.com/product_detail.php?id=1158&cID=_1-3-
So fun to spend time with those that have similar interest...wonderful photos!!
How wonderful- looks like a great time. It is great to be around peers and friends that share the same interests! So fun!
I have a really cute pix of you, Camila and me on my camera - I'll send it! xoxo!!
So glad you had a great time.
could you be any cuter preggo??
Lovely shops! Enjoy the gorgeous weekend, Kellie xx
Really had the best time with you girls!!!, lets pick a date!! Will posT my funny pic as soon as I get a breather!! Xoxoxox
I spy a Forever 21 "maternity" dress! I have the same dress. I pretty much have not shopped anywhere else for the past 9 months:)
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