I thought the New Year would be the perfect opportunity to announce a pretty exciting change in my personal life. When I first moved to DC in 2009 (less than 24 hours after graduating and with no job lined up, I might add), I had aspirations of a career in politics. I was a Political Science major in college and had interned during the 2008 election so I thought it was the obvious choice. I distinctly remember how sore and blistered my feet were after traipsing around the Capitol building dropping off my resume at the offices of just about every member of congress in my respective political party. To any hill staffers reading: yup, I was that annoying girl.
I ultimately got a job at a non-profit which ended up paying the bills, but not being the best fit professionally. I was unhappy and needed a creative outlet. The Pursuit of Style was born! At the time, I had just moved into my first real apartment and was obsessed with making it feel like home (with no budget of course). That’s when I discovered design blogs. Many of them are still daily reads like I Suwannee, Shelter, Little Green Notebook, Absolutely Beautiful Things, and Elements of Style. I was completely enamored, and slowly but surely interiors started to play a bigger role in my content and life.
Fast forward two and a half years. I left the non-profit job for a event planning position at a think tank. It was more creative and I loved the fast pace, but always had interior design in the back of my mind. When I wasn’t working, I was reading interior design blogs, shelter magazines, and absolutely hoarding design books. My spending money went to things like a leopard rug, Matouk linens, original art, and I coveted (still covet) just a few yards of Peter Dunham’s Fig Leaf. You know, just the normal things 20-somethings are obsessed with… I visited the Corcoran’s open house twice and seriously considered applying to their interior design program, but talked myself out of it each time.
If you’ve made it this far (thank you, you’re a saint!), I’m happy to say that fate intervened and I stumbled upon a Design Assistant position with Kathryn Ivey at Haddon Interiors. You might remember seeing her home featured on The Everygirl! Kathryn is incredibly talented and equally as kind. I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to learn from her and honestly couldn’t be happier. Seriously, you should see me at the Design Center, it’s like a kid in a candy store!
Haddon Interiors has some amazing projects in the works which I hope to share with you when they’re completed. I don’t say it enough, but sincere thanks for all of your comments, tweets, and emails. I definitely would not have had the confidence to take a leap of faith if not for your support and encouragement along the way! xx
Good for you Lindsay! Your talent is noticeable and it is an inspiration you are doing what you love!
so so so so exciting!!!
well that certainly is some exciting news! Can’t wait to see all the fun details! What a fun journey your life is taking!
I am so thrilled for you! This is such an exciting step and your new firm will be so lucky to have your eye and enthusiasm. 2013 is going to be a great year! xx
Wonderful!! So happy for you. Huge congratulations. It seems easy to find and do what you love but it isn’t….you were brave to venture and explore. I’m sure 2013 will be an amazing year for you. I meant to comment on the let’s chat yesterday…..when I have a few minutes I will come back to it.
What an exciting new adventure! I’m so excited for you. (And excited you’re staying in DC). Cheers to new beginnings!
I couldn’t be happier for you, lady!! Yaaaay!!
That’s wonderful! Have a ball! Life is so happy when you are doing something you love. You have the “Passion”…Go Girl!
Congratulations, Lindsay!
Congrats lady! It’s a big decision but definitely the right one for you – you’re meant for it! If only you were in NY, we could tackle the design world together
p.s. I’ve been meaning to email you. I’m thinking about changing the name of my blog and I know at one point you did that too. Was it terribly annoying/difficult to make the switch?
Thanks, Sarah! I’m hoping to visit NY in the next few months so hopefully we can at least meet up and chat about taking on the design world
I’ll shoot you an email re: changing blog names. It wasn’t too bad! xx
I’m so excited for you, Lindsay!!! I can’t wait to see how this all unfolds for you. Loved finally meeting you over the break.
Wow, that’s awesome and very inspiring! Congratulations!!
Congratulations! That is so exciting!!!!!
I’m so happy for you and your new position! The design world is amazing, I hope every day is a “candy store moment” for you!!
Congrats on the new position!!!!! I know you will be a great asset to their team.
Congrats! 2013 sounds like it’s off to a smashing start! Can’t wait to see the exciting things that are sure to continue for you. Best of luck with the new role…don’t leave behind your amazing blog! xo
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Congrats Lindsay! This has to be so exciting!! I am looking to take the same step too. I’m actually applying for school and looking for a design assistant position. Any advice? How did you come across the position? Congrats again!
Thank you! I actually came across the position somewhat serendipitously. After seeing Kathryn’s feature on The Everygirl, I checked out her blog and she had posted that she was looking for a Design Assistant. I immediately shot her an email and we set up a phone interview the next day! Good luck with taking the next step, I know it’s not easy! xx
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Londsay this is great news, well done girl! You dint know how much I admire people who follow their dreams and are not afraid! Very vest of luck!
Lindsay, congrats on taking such a huge step. I adore Kathryn’s style. When I orginially saw her feature it made me think of you. The unknown is scary and you are really inspiring for taking the leap. I cannot wait to see where you end up
I love this! What kind of tree is in the first and second photos?
It’s a fiddle leaf fig tree. Beautiful, right?