Passion Fueled By Passion

The Back Story:
Some of you who know me or have read my story, know that I got into this industry in a very round about and unconventional way. What I love about this industry, is that is fuels, breeds, and encourages unconventionality, so I started off right on track, in my opinion. I stumbled into this field because of the passions I have and those passions were fueled, in part, by witnessing and experiencing other passion throughout the world. 

​The turning point, that I can pin down, was my first trip to Europe when I was a Junior in college. I've always had these passions, but I never thought I could do anything with them, until then. This trip opened my eyes to adventure (although I've always had an adventurous streek in me) and encouraged me to try something new. While in Europe, I was studying communications and developing a research project for my International Studies minor. These 2 things alone were so far different than anything I'd focused on in academics for my 1st 3 years in college. It was a breath of fresh air to not have to think about the human body and it's recovery process. 

In the end, upon arrival back in the states, I declared "I will not go to grad school to pursue my DPT". You can just imagine the heads that exploded when I decided this, trust me, I was met with far more opposition than I expected. But everything worked out in the end because all those pieces have led me here, pursuing my passion every day!

I've picked out 3 photos from the Europe trip below that really capture the transition I had into this field and the feelings I was forming while abroad.

Now that you know the back story, let's talk about passion...

​I have a passion for fashion, creativity, art and travel. These things all intertwine for me and are fueled when I encounter more passion. I wanted to share a few of those passions that drive my passion. It's a combination of people, places, and experiences.

Other Creatives - 

• Rima Vaidila, self proclaimed cool chick, is one of my latest inspirations. Her personal brand, styling work and overall creativity really blows my mind! It's people like this that make me love what I do, want to learn more and push the boundaries.
  • Her Instagram & Portfolio

Experiences -

• A week or so back, my partner, Anthony, & I had the utmost pleasure of sitting on a panel for the FIDM San Diego Entrepreneurship Class final presentations. We were there to offer guidance, critique and help drive their passion. Witnessing, listening to and experiencing the creative process first hand with young, extremely talented and like-minded individuals is one of the best ways to get a passion boost. You can't walk away from a table of creatives pursuing more and NOT start idea generating in your mind. It's very encouraging to know there are other and younger generations thinking outside the box AND being encouraged to cross those lines!!

Brands -

• One such brand that gets my passion juices running is COSSTORES more than just a clothing brand, they've become a lifestyle, an aesthetic and it is absolutely breathtaking to witness! Not only do I identify with their style and overall mood of the brand, but their way of thinking outside the box in terms of styling, photography and lifestyle is pleasing to experience. It makes you want to be a part of it, and drives you to do that same on your end. 

Alright, I've talked too much... hope you know a little bit more about the inner-workings of my mind and that I encouraged you to think further, do more, and step outside the lines.

Yours in Style,
​B. Rose