I can't quite believe the Lauren Catris brand has reached 10 YEARS! Where has the time gone?! It's been one helluva journey, and I'll be honest with you, it hasn't been an easy one. Far from it. But, I'm glad I didn't give up when all those times felt like I should. No matter how many times I'd hit rock bottom, something positive would happen, as if it was a sign from something bigger telling me to keep going.I've always known I was put on this earth to be creative, but sometimes our doubts and insecurities' voice shouts louder than that knowing. Is it self sabotage? Our comfort zone? Whatever it is, these 10 years have taught me to fight past...
On the 14th December, I was asked give a presentation (along with two other business women) on my journey as a creative, and a brand, for Fierce Femmes. Anyone that knows me will know that public speaking is one of my biggest fears. I'm happy to talk to anyone, and everyone, but put me in front of a room of people, whom are all looking and listening to me, and the anxiety takes over. I crumble. Initially I turned down the offer to speak, and weeks before I even considered pulling out. How could I possibly do this? I don't do things like this! Do I really need to do it? This inner argument played over and over, but deep...
My accessories are a classic addition to your outfits all year round, as well as special occasions, especially weddings.I've been fortunate to have been asked numerous times to create bespoke pocket squares for the groom, and his best men. This really embodies my brands ethos, for these pocket squares complete an outfit that are part of a sentimental day, and can be worn over and over again for years to come. Therefore, they will trigger this special memory. With this in mind, I decided to design a collection of pocket squares for weddings using one of my watercolour paintings of a popular flower choice, the Peony, along with three desired colour ways. It was an absolute pleasure to have...