So if you haven’t figured it out yet, I have a small obsession with a shop called Neatly Noted, and the lovely owner Ariel! Her shop is adorable, she is SO kind and encouraging, and her name is Ariel…HOW can you not love her? I’m so happy to say we get to have brunch with her this fine Wednesday morning! 
Introduce yourself! Who are you and what do you do?
Hello Lovelies! I am Ariel, the creator of Neatly Noted – a lifestyle brand for life’s chicest go-getters! From desk accessories to home goods – the collection features a line of matching, simple and functional tools to help you be the most productive and passionate person possible. Each product was created to help organize your day-day-to-day in the most positive way, leaving more time for you to chase your dreams and dance in the rain!
What are your favorite brunch foods? Any recipes to share?
I am a HUGE fan of a yogurt parfait [greek yogurt, fruit, granola and raisins] YUM! If I hadn’t started a desk accessory line I would have written a yogurt parfait blog! I swear I have tried every parfait in CT – if it’s not on the menu I combine separate side dishes to create it… oh yeah and always a side of bacon [it’s the most amazing yet, strangest sweet and salty combination]
What does an average day look like for you?
My morning starts with COFFEE – I love a warm cup to wake me up! As I sip my coffee I sit at my home office desk … but, on a day that I need a little more excitement – I pack up and take my “mobile office” to Starbucks where I post up for a few hours. Regardless of where I am I usually start by answering emails! After that I spend some time on social media interacting with other creatives, followers, and friends! While on my computer I work on designs, my website, or other web based interactions. After I finish on the computer I spend the rest of my day in the office packaging orders, running around to business meetings, and checking things off my to-do list! I have a pretty routine day-to-day and I love every minute of it!
What is your favorite part of your job?
My favorite part of this job: seeing people inspiring and supporting one and other to work hard! My goal for Neatly Noted is to help people see the brightness in every day by enjoying the tasks they have to accomplish. I hope these desk accessories will help motivate people to work on their big picture dreams in day-to-day life.
What are three must-have items for you?
- Pencils!! I always say: Pencils are my favorite because creativity is one messy betch . My process usually goes as follows: write, erase, write, crumple up paper, new sheet, genius idea… so on and so forth.
- 2. Sneakers- I love a good walk or workout!
- 3. Chapstick – I love any flavor, any kind!
Any guilty pleasures?
Black t-shirts – honestly, I would wear a black t-shirt every day if it was socially acceptable [I would swap shirts of course]. I would be happy to change it up between a t, a tank, and long-sleves! I wear one as much as I can get away with it! They are so simple yet, structured – I can get work done wearing a comfy black t! Similar to the idea that a black t-shirt matches everything, I wanted my simple, chic collection to match any work space, desk or kitchen! So, in short Neatly Noted was inspired by my guilty pleasure!
If you could have brunch with anybody who would it be?
I would have brunch with you, Katie!! Your creativity is so motivating, your energy is so positive and your eye for photography is something that inspires me!!
Is she the best or what? I am determined to have real life brunch with her someday!
Be sure to check out Ariel and Neatly Noted
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