I'm saying goodbye today to my fantastic job as a merchandiser at Anthropologie, which I am so sad to let go of. I'm going to miss the amazingly creative, genuine and loving girls that I've worked with for the past year so much! But, the time has come for me to refocus my passion and time on building coco+kelley into the company I know it can be! Not to mention, I'm really ready to plunge into my role as Market Editor at Rue.
It's always scary to leave behind the security of a real job to strike out on your own, but I've been here before and it was always worth it in the end. Thank you all for your love and support of coco+kelley and I can't wait to share this great adventure with you!
xoxo,
cassandra
Congratulations!! I left my job as a lawyer to start my own business and it was scary at first but now I can't imagine doing anything else. Can't wait to see more of Coco + Kelley!
ReplyDeleteCongrats! That is the dream of so many individuals and it's always great to see someone following through on their dreams!
ReplyDeleteyou will be amazing.
ReplyDeleteCongrats! I know you are probably sad to leave, but we are all happy that you are going to be working for the benefit of all of us! xo
ReplyDeleteYou'll do wonderful. All good things come from risks! Good luck and congratulations.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! I've been wanting to leave my secure but mind-numbing and uninspiring job for years but I've been too afraid to really take the plunge! You're an inspiration and I wish you nothing but the best!
ReplyDeleteAnd a wonderful weekend, of course!xx
http://idlefascination.blogspot.com/
Congrats girl!! What an exciting new adventure.. You all sure have that magic spark both at Coco+Kelly & at RUE! Can't wait to see the wonderful things to come.
ReplyDeleteCheers to your big leap!
xoxo
2011 is looking like the year of new beginnings. It's quite exciting. We are all cheering for you.
ReplyDeleteCongrats and good luck! You'll be amazing at whatever you do.
ReplyDeleteI love the Helen Keller quote! Congratulations on taking the leap! The best is yet to come. :) I believe the point of life is to take risks and live life to the fullest!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!! That's so exciting!! Best wishes for you future endeavors :)
ReplyDeleteYour future is beyond bright,it's blinding. Congratulations.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!! I just did the same a few weeks ago and I'm not happy to call myself a full-time artist! I wish you all the best! :)
ReplyDeleteCongrats!! I did the same this summer... and though the process has been terrifying, it's also been the most amazing experience of my life. Can't wait to see what's around the bend for you.
ReplyDeleteGood luck!
ReplyDeleteI adore this picture.
Freakin awesome!!! Best of luck with following your passion- success will come (and already has I presume) as you continue to allow your passion to drive you! How exciting!
ReplyDeleteYAY! So proud of you for making this leap! Watch out creative world, you are about to make an even bigger mark!! YAY for all of us : )
ReplyDeleteCongrats and good luck! You blog is already so inspiring, can't wait to see what you come up with in the future.
ReplyDeleteLauren
http://www.undeclaredpanache.blogspot.com/
Love the picture!! Congrats on taking the plunge, it's so scary but always ends up being so rewarding!
ReplyDeleteHappy adventures to you! All the best to you (and no doubt the path ahead is bright and sparkly!) Yay!
ReplyDeleteI'm not such a radical person as Helen Keller but I agree we need a lot of adventure.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your new adventure
{love the fingernails color in the photo}
http://spot-ninety-two.blogspot.com/
Congrats on your new adventure! Wishing you all the best & knowing that you'll be successful.
ReplyDeletecongratulations cassandra!! nothing beats doing one's own thing...and with your talent there's no limit to how far you can go...wishing you great success...xx meenal
ReplyDeleteI'm so impressed. It's not easy to leave security to pursue your dreams. So glad you have the gumption and courage. I'm excited for you! Bonne chance!
ReplyDeleteJeanne
wuaw that's great!!! Best of luck on your new adventure.... great happens to people of great of courage!!!!! Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!!! I am sure it's a little scary, but I love Coco&Kelly and Rue, I think it's amazing. Good luck to you!
ReplyDeleteas always, you'll rock it. i don't think there's ever been anything that's stood in your way for very long. love you!
ReplyDeleteCongrats girl! So exciting...best of luck...you'll do wonderfully! Love that photo. :)
ReplyDeleteAs I was looking at your blog last night and thinking about you I actually wondered when this announcement would come... it seemed inevitable! Congrats Cassandra - it'll be fantastic!
ReplyDeletegood for you!!!
ReplyDeleteSPREAD YOUR WINGS!
xo-L
www.thesphinxandthemilkyway.com
Congratulations on your new adventure venture! You will do amazing, if this blog has anything so say about it. You're the best!
ReplyDeleteBlair
www.steelestreetstudios.blogspot.com
Congrats on your exciting new adventure! You can do it!
ReplyDeleteCongrats! I dream of the day when I can do my own thing, too.
ReplyDeleteHooray for big risks! I know you will be so thankful for the decision, can't wait to see where you take coco+kelley next!
ReplyDeleteGood luck! that picture is beautiful!!
ReplyDeleteGood luck darling! I wish you nothing but success!
ReplyDeleteCongrats! I hope to see you in LA next week.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!!! You'll be amazing.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations and all the best, dear!
ReplyDeletegood luck!!!!! you are going to be amazing, and with great risk comes great rewards! YOU CAN DO IT! so many loyal readers in your corner :)
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maria
Congratulations on your new adventure! I can't wait to see more of your beautiful work on coco+kelley and rue.
ReplyDeleteHow very exciting--good luck and best wishes!
ReplyDeleteHi Cassandra!
ReplyDeleteToday is my last day at my day job too! I'm leaving my interior design position to focus full time on my website Fabulous On A Budget!!
Good Luck to both of us! We will be FABULOUS.
xoxo
"Only in the dictionary does reward come before risk." You'll be great and I'm positive you will be rewarded for taking this courageous step! Congrats:)
ReplyDeleteMademoiselleMichael
congrats! you'll be amazing! good luck
ReplyDeleteGood Luck Cassandra! I can't wait until the day I can hire you for something fabulous, you're already going places lady!
ReplyDeleteCongrats!! Leaving a great job is hard but it sounds like you're moving on to bigger and better things. Best of luck!!
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Congrats on taking a risk and being brave & strong! Did you work for an Anthro store or the Home Office? It is my dream to work at their Home Office. I worked at Anthro for four years before getting into a corporate retail company in the buying program. I want more creativity in my life!
ReplyDeleteGood Luck Cassandra!! Sending lots of love and positive thoughts your way :) xoxo
ReplyDeleteBest of luck to you! You'll be wonderful!
ReplyDeleteCongrats!!!! I found myself in the same position a year ago, and I'm so happy with my decision to leave newspapers and delve into blogging and graphic design!
ReplyDeleteBest wishes for growing coco+kelley and in your role at Rue! Here's to new adventures and taking a leap of faith!
www.turnuptherad.blogspot.com
oh my gosh! I always skim the Facebook updates but tonight am doing some 'real' homework on looking really hard at the blogs that I admire in an effort to focus more and imagine what could be - so your post is both inspiring and intimidating!
ReplyDeleteThat said, it's also hugely *AWESOME* and as your comment box suggests, I'm literally going 'eeeek! aaahhh! ooooh!'
Definitely 'Carry On'!
wishing you all the best - Rue is only going to become an even bigger fav!
/carly
how exciting! best of luck. im looking forward to seeing how your journey continues :) xoxo jcd :: cornflake dreams
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! Scary as it can be, it is always worth it, you're right! It's my dream to make that change sometime in my life, and it is always inspiring to see others do the same!
ReplyDeleteIts a scary move leaving the nest you know.... you'll look back one day and be sad you didnt leave earlier.. good luck!
ReplyDeleteGood for you Cassandra!! Very exciting ~ a new adventure!!
ReplyDeletexoxo
Congratulations! This is so exciting. You are living every bloggers dream. Enjoy!
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Lexi @ http://glitterandpearls.com
Good luck! I have always loved your blog!
ReplyDeletexo,
Lizette
http://bebopandbo.blogspot.com/
you'll be fantastic. i'm sure of it. i'm so excited for you (and a little jealous! xo
ReplyDeleteWow!
ReplyDeleteSo surprising!
Congratulations and lots of good luck! You'll do it great!
hugs!
Lovely quote! I'm glad that you're taking the plunge! All the best, Kellie xx
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Cassandra! I will be attending the blogging event in LA and am very excited to meet you! Wishing you all the best!
ReplyDeleteSusan McDonald
"Be fearless and mighty forces will come to your aid" my favorite quote that I live by. Life is more fun that way. Congrats!!
ReplyDeleteI have to say congrats to you!! I just can't wait till I can do the same.
ReplyDeleteGood for you! You'll remember it as one of the best days in your life. I left the 9 to 5 world 12 years ago and have never looked back and never been happier! It took a big leap ~ and I'm so glad I found the courage to do it!
ReplyDeletexxx kisses ~ Annie*
http://specktacular-style.blogspot.com
Congratulations and best of luck to you! I'm sure a smart and ambition gal like you has nothing to worry about!
ReplyDeleteGood luck on your endeavors and thanks for encouraging all of your readers!
ReplyDeleteC, I think this is totally awesome. You + the others will develop RUE into it's deserving place of a standout publication. I can see from all the comments that the world at large thinks this, as well. Congrats, ladybug! Keep shining...
ReplyDeletegood luck and well wishes! xo
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Cassandra - the one who sees more clearly than everyone else but is not always believed - may your new adventures be more successful than even you can see!
ReplyDeleteBTW, I love the frilly dress. If I had a bride who wore that I'd shoot her portrait session for free just 'cuz she's so creative and individual and awesome.
That is amazing! Best of luck in your new adventure. I was the LA Regional Visual Mgr for Nordstrom (and a huge Anthropologie fan). It is tough to leave the nest, but you can do it! Congrats!
ReplyDeleteGod bless on your new endevour
ReplyDeletecongratulations! and what a fantastic photo to mark the celebration :)
ReplyDeleteGREAT!
ReplyDeleteI'm a big fan of Tutu's
xx
Alex, http://reflectandfancy.blogspot.com/
congrats- and I love that picture!!
ReplyDeleteCassandra- best wishes to you...life awaits all of your talents. While I used to be the merchandiser/visual manager at anthro (the company was not a good fit for me at all) you are more than that. Be honest, won't it be nice not to be dirty all the time? Your hands will thank you! What about being able to wear pretty clothes for your job???? All the best!
ReplyDeleteFollow your dreams and do what makes you happy!!!
ReplyDeleteanon - YES YES YES. to all you said - so nice to hear it from someone who has been there :)
ReplyDeleteGood luck Cassandra, you'll be great! Coco+Kelley is amazing and I'm sure the extra time you devote to it not that you're building it even further will make it even better! Plus, now you get to sleep in that much more :) Best wishes from a big fan!
ReplyDeletegood luck to you and congrats on ur new ventures. everything always works out as it should...
ReplyDeleteWay to take the dive (off the cliff in the tulle skirt) It will be exhilarating! Tina H.
ReplyDeleteAs so many other people have said, I find it so inspiring that you're taking this leap of faith, and I have no doubt that you'll do amazingly well! Congrats on following your dream.
ReplyDeleteLOVEEEEEE this!!!
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Congratulations!! I admire your courage, and know very well how hard it is to make that decision. I always secretly wish I worked at Anthropologie:)
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed your talk at the Bloggers Conference. I am sorry we did not get a chance to meet. Best of luck with all your new ventures!
ReplyDeleteKriste Michelini
So excited to hear about your life change, it is super inspiring! You'll do amazing with the shift in focus!
ReplyDeleteI'm so happy for you, Cassandra! You are going to succeed in anything you choose to do (: You're awesome! Lots of prayers for you as you dive into your new adventure.
ReplyDeletexoxo