This industry influencer is particularly special to me. When she was Senior Designer at Waldo’s Designs, she hired me at my first job in the design world. I came in, a flea market fiend pulling at my sleeves to hide the paint on my arms, and she gave me a shot. Her enthusiasm and passion... Continue Reading →
Bringing Chic to LA Nightlife: Industry Influencer John Terzian
If you've been out in Los Angeles, chances are you've been to one of his venues. You may have even seen him, but you may not have guessed. Why? Because John Terzian isn't the stereotypical nightclub owner. He's not loud or flashy or begging to be the center of attention. He's usually going from table to... Continue Reading →
Industry Influencers: Scott Shirey at Finders Keepers Vintage
A little over a month ago, I met Scott from Finders Keepers Vintage at the Rose Bowl Flea Market. I was at his booth, utterly impressed with all of the genuinely cool stuff he was selling. I ended up buying a chair from him, and we got to talking. He told me he found everything... Continue Reading →
Industry Influencers: Shane Brown from Big Daddy’s Antiques
Recently, I was lucky enough to meet and then sit down with Shane Brown of Big Daddy’s Antiques (THE Big Daddy!) I’ve loved BD’s for quite some time, I love to go to their massive store off Jefferson and just get lost. They always have creative, fun, and funky pieces (antiques and custom made!) that... Continue Reading →
New Favorite Shop: Brainworks Home and an Interview with Influencer Erin Adams
Have you ever walked into a store and thought, “this is my kinda store.” A store where everything just seems so perfectly laid out that it just speaks to you? A store where you say, “I have to meet the person responsible for this genius!”? I have. As soon as I walked into Brainworks Home... Continue Reading →