Open & Awkward: Shop Talk with Katie & Amanda
Episode 35- Rocks, Rewards & Retro
The Vibe is Nostalgia
What’s this podcast about?
Do you like to get behind trends? Katie talks about her recent trip to Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, and how the resort there has a very specific vibe. She also observes the resurging popularity of vintage cakes, charm necklaces, and decorative rocks. Amanda notes that certain trends can be thriving in some areas while flopping in others. She also shares how she gave her loyalty program, Magic Beans, a revamp, turning it into a win-win for both her customers and her business.
Highlights:
- Katie and Joan’s trip to Coeur d’Alene, Idaho for Northwest Nursery Buyers Association meeting.
- Rocks, cakes, and charm necklaces.
- Katie and Amanda talk about fashion and nostalgia.
- Magic Beans revamp and other reward program ideas.
Links:
Buzz! Newsletter (Katie is the guest Buzz writer)
Gooey, the Famous Confection at The Coeur d’Alene Resort
The Hours Have Lost Their Clock: The Politics of Nostalgia – by Grafton Tanner
David Sedaris’ Culottes (on Jimmy Fallon)
Disco Sugar Vintage Cakes on Instagram
Haricot vert – wearable poetry on Instagram
Photos:
Vintage cake trends
Charm trends
The Stuff at the End
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