Closing Chapters

After a year of trial and error, ups and downs, I’ve made the tough decision to close this chapter of AndBloom. It demanded too much effort for the returns it yielded, lacking both creatively and financially.

Closing doors in business can be daunting, akin to bidding farewell to a familiar path. Yet, it’s often necessary for growth and progress. As I shuttered the online brand community within AndBloom, I couldn’t help but feel a pang of reluctance. However, with every door that closes, another awaits to be opened.

In entrepreneurship, closing one venture can pave the way for fresh opportunities and innovative endeavors. While bidding adieu to the community was bittersweet, it allowed me to redirect my focus, energy, and resources towards new horizons. It’s the cyclical nature of business—the ebb and flow of experimentation, learning, and adaptation.

As I closed the door on the community initiative, I found myself standing before a myriad of new possibilities. Whether it’s exploring untapped markets, forging strategic partnerships, or delving into innovative ventures, there’s a world of potential waiting beyond the threshold.

Closing doors may symbolize the end of one chapter, but it also heralds the beginning of another. It’s about embracing change, seizing opportunities, and charting a course toward new heights. So, as one door closes, let’s venture forth with optimism and enthusiasm, ready to unlock the boundless opportunities that lie ahead.

If you’re searching for the brand partners I collaborated with over the past year, fear not, I’m always open to sharing these connections.

Agnes Nordenholz

Allison Rieta

Cristina Barr

Denduon

Kath-a-Porter

Kiro by Kim

Masha Osoianu Design

My little Vendome

Noah’s Garden

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