Its difficult not to be overwhelmed by the universe of information available to us [thank you technology]. Smart phones, tablets, WiFi/MiFi and apps make it utterly impossible to disconnect and as if there weren’t enough news in the world to flood the internet, social media has now made the act of sharing a business. Facebook, Twitter and countless other platforms empower people [all 800+ million active users on Facebook & 100 million active users on Twitter] to be content creators. It certainly does not help that all of this “content” is pushed out to you as texts, emails, status updates and tweets on all your devices. How are we physically and mentally supposed to read, process and organize all of this information? I cannot keep up all day, everyday, 24/7. After a particularly difficult point in my life last year, I made it a goal to disconnect from the online world at least one [full] day a week. That was probably not the most realistic goal since I worked in social media/digital marketing during the week and blogged at night and on the weekends.. but still, I was cognizant of the negative effects and it made me want to change. The Joy of Quiet captures the reality of an overconnected world. It really is a must-read.
I have made a conscious effort to put down my phone more often and really enjoy the company of the people who matter most. Good times:
[[ scrumptious surprises at 고려당 // dainty fingers // the smile makes me smile // tea break at sanctuary // avocado toast cant be beat // rainy night calls for salmon pot pie // a standard kind of night ]]
..2011 is history. Everyone says that time flies. And fast. But you never completely realize how fast until you blink.. and just like that, its already a new year. 2011 was tough but I am thankful for every obstacle [in hindsight, of course], as each one of them has helped me grow more patient, understanding, humble and thankful. On the flipside, 2011 was just as wonderful as it was rough: Featured in/as: Coach: Guest Blogger #6 Apparel Magazine: How Bloggers’ Influence Can Benefit Fashion Brands Racked: Working It New York Times: On The Street, Off Leash Launched: hena et daniel Won: Closetista’s Style Gone Social contest Golden Ticket to opening of Gaga’s Workshop Celebrated: two years of the modman Moved into:…
Sending off 2011 and ushering in 2012, in style. [[ shirt: calvin klein collection // bowtie: club monaco // shoes: vintage hugo boss // fur clutch: michael kors collection // fragrance: tom ford grey vetiver ]]
[[ photo: louis vuitton/annie leibovitz via WWD ]] Its fascinating what an ambassador can do for a brand. I’m all about analyzing how a highly strategic annual plan, successful ad/PR campaigns.. how one video can shed new light on a brand. WWD announced a few months ago that Jolie would pose for Louis Vuitton’s “Core Values” ad campaign. The video below was released not too long ago and sheds much more light on why Jolie was chosen to represent the brand in this way. She opened up about her personal experience: her visits to Cambodia, the story of finding her son and why she is drawn to the simple life, a life of appreciation. Its interesting that Louis Vuitton is the backer of the campaign…