People we love: Pomp & Posie

Pomp & Posie is the newest (and most adorable) gift shop in Memphis! Owned and operated by Lori Johnson, this charming and unique shop carries all you will need for gifts: handbags, stationery, original  paintings, photo frames, designer candles,  jewelry and more!

I met Lori last year at Merry Marketplace and she contracted me to design her logo. She knew she wanted to use coral and grey for her main color scheme and she wanted the design to be playful yet simple. I sent her several options and after a few small revisions we landed on the below design. 

Well, her shop is now open and it's fabulous! I swung by the other day to check it out and take some pictures - check them out! 

outdoor signage

hand painted sign by local artist, Tracy McFall

 
Love the way she is packaging purchases!

A girl after my own heart - Lori loves colors and patterns!

More original art by Tracy McFall

Pomp and Posie is located at 1213 Ridgeway Suite 104 (behind P.F. Chang's and between Jason's Deli and Gould's) The shop is so super cute and Lori is getting in new merchandise everyday! Go check her out!

People we love: Allegiant Financial Planning

A few months ago my good friend, Lauren Estes, asked if I could help her out; she was in the beginning stages of starting her business and needed some help with the logo design. Of course! I love working with friends!

After I showed her several options (I was on a roll that day...)

Lauren decided on the below option as the final design.

Clean, simple, easy to read, a nice balance of color - everything you need in a classic logo design. 

And then several weeks ago she invited me up to see her new office. I was so super impressed with her interior design skills that I decided to share her lovely space with you. 

Ms. Estes herself - hard at work (Well, ok, the photo was a little staged, but she does work hard!)

The other half of her open office space. Love the black, unfinished ceiling - very hip. 

Lauren's dad, Don Estes, is quite the painter and all around handy guy. He (graciously) supplied most of the artwork in Lauren's office (lucky!) His other works can be viewed at the David Lusk Gallery here in town, or check them out here. 

The rest of Lauren's decor was found mostly online. The patterned occasional chair is from Target, the sofa is from Overstock.com, and the table is another Don Estes original (Lauren had seen a table similar that she liked and her dad said "Oh, I can make that" - like I said - lucky!) 

 Aside from having a flair for decorating, Lauren is also quite the savvy financial planner. 

Allegiant Financial Planning is dedicated to helping you plan for your financial future. Whether you are just starting your career, changing jobs, getting married, or going through a divorce, Allegiant can guide you through the steps to ensure your identity and meet your goals. 

Old, young, rich or poor - Lauren is definitely the gal to help you get on the right financial track. Be sure to check out her website and contact her with any questions!