ShopNear.me, a newly launched iPhone app was created as a tool to discover and follow local boutiques in your area. Yuan Zhang, one of the founding members, recently sat down with View From the Front Row to discuss how the idea emerged, the importance of working with the right team and how growth in the smartphone industry has brought the experience of shopping closer to consumers.
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Dannijo, founded by sisters Danielle and Jodie Snyder in 2008, has emerged as one of the most sought after jewelry lines in the world. A celebrity clientele list (including Beyonce, Katy Perry, and Natalie Portman), multiple collaborations with fashion houses (including Luca Luca, Carlos Campos, and Walter) and a nomination for Inc. Magazine’s 30 Under 30 Coolest Young Entrepreneurs in 2009, are just a few of the many accomplishments they’ve achieved over the last three years. I recently spoke with Danielle and Jodie to learn more about the experience of running a business as sisters, their recent decision to do their first ever presentation at London fashion week and why sometimes it’s just as important to reject opportunities as it is to take them on.
Jennifer Sung: How would you describe your style and personality?
Danielle Snyder: I’m a little bit more bohemian and rock and roll inspired. I’m inspired by music culture from bygone eras like Woodstock to present music festivals like Coachella. And Jodie is a little more classic and inspired by old world sensibilities with a mix of vintage. So for the collection, we really work off of each other to create a well-rounded collection that speaks to a range of personalities.
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