We have the FRESHEST gift guide coming your way. Graphic artist, designer, photographer, brand strategist, storyteller– who wouldn’t want to know more about creative entrepreneur Megan Gilger of The Fresh Exchange?
Megan and her husband, Mike started The Fresh Exchange in 2009 as a “space to explore all that it means to be a creative entrepreneur.” This is no ordinary blog. Each post looks like an artsy magazine spread and reads like a personal journal entry. Even the fonts/texts utilized throughout are (for the most part) Megan’s own handwriting. Beyond the refined aesthetic, the couple has poured so much of themselves into this collection of web stories and it shows. Whether they are covering X or X, the actual voice and intentions behind the blog seem honest, down-to-earth, and genuine.
Images via The Fresh Exchange
This kick-ass husband and wife team even launched their own brand building start up, Wild Measure, to help creatives find their voice as they take the leap to launch their own initiatives. Their clients include everyone from Warby Parker and Kinfolk Magazine to Everlane and (are you ready for this)…the Gap!
Image via Wild Measure
I can understand why they are so in demand within the creative community. Their instagram is gorgeous. Basically publish-ready….
Images via The Fresh Exchange’s Instagram
Is it obvious? We have major respect for this dynamic duo– so you can imagine how excited we were when Megan agreed to share her ideas for holiday gifts with our awesome readers. Take a look….
The Fresh Exchange’s Holiday Gift Guide Picks for Havenly
1. Tylinek Zebra, $2,995 at Calypso St. Barth
2. Filthy Liar Cocktail Mixer, $10 at White Whale
3. Blue Tribal Throw Pillow, $65 at Tshaj
4. Zinc Convex Mirror, $998 at Terrain
5. Hario Copper Pour-Over Kettle, $174.90 at Kaufmann Mercantile
6. Southern Field Industries Sage Tote, $245 at Old Faithful Shop
7. Small Batch Maple Syrup, $12.95 at American Spoon
8. Walnut Cutting Board, $75 at Butternut Brooklyn
9. Black Spruce and Lime Candle, $35.87 at Ville Marie
10. Sunday Suppers Cookbook, $32.50 at Anthropologie
11. Afghan Ersari Oriental Rug, $460 at Esale Rugs
I need that rug. And that cookbook. And ahem, the Filthy Liar Cocktail Mixer (or any from the whole series, really!) would be the best addition to our new bar area! And you thought happy hour couldn’t get more fun. Follow The Fresh Exchange on Facebook, Twitter, Insta, and Pinterest for more tales of adventure and magazine-worthy visuals.
Race you to the checkout page!
xx, Alana
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