last night:

ate 75% of a bar of dark chocolate (unlike me).

got my .

then had modern dance class.

right before I remembered I had a brand new pair of sexy period.

put them on and felt so relieved and ready for class.

had a wonderful time.

end.

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Are you ready to sparkle? Show the world what you've got? We want YOU to strut your stuff at Sexy Period this summer in one of our internship positions!  We're looking for interns in Marketing, Sales & Merchandising, Web Development, and Videography. See below for more info: 

Overview:

Are you a superstar who loves to talk about underwear?  If so, Sexy Period is the perfect place for you!  We’re an up-and-coming intimate apparel company that has developed a line of chic, functional underwear. Made from leak-resistant and breathable fabric, our line allows women to wear fashionable underwear during that time of the month without worrying about spills (no more period disasters!). After a stunning debut at Style Week Providence, we are currently wrapping up our first round of production. This summer we will be focusing on scaling our business, both online and in retail locations. We’re offering an exciting opportunity to join the Sexy Period team in a fun, creative environment to help us grow our brand while gaining hands-on experience. All internships are located in Providence, Rhode Island. Time frame is approximately June-August. 

MARKETING INTERNSHIP

40 hours/week

Responsibilities:

§  Develop strategy for focused social media campaign and execute campaign

§  Produce a winning press kit and list of top publications to pursue

§  Design and implement plan to engage customers and expand our group of loyal supporters

§  Work with video intern to craft a series of promotional videos (manage all video shoots)

§  Create web content (blog, website, “The Periodical” newsletter)

§  Plan and attend events (who doesn’t love an underwear party?)

§  Stay up-to-date with lingerie, fashion, and other relevant industries

Qualifications:

§  Minimum 1 year college

§  Strong written and verbal communication skills (bring on the witty, cheeky writing!)

§  Upbeat, can-do attitude (we heart interns who sparkle)

§  Entrepreneurial spirit (you’re an independent thinker who takes initiative)

§  Flexible and reliable (the start-up environment is wonderfully unpredictable)

§  Dependable transportation

§  Graphic/web design skills a plus (Illustrator/Photoshop)

§  Prior marketing experience or knowledge a plus but not required

To apply, please send resume and a sample of your fabulous writing to Julie Sygiel at julie@sexyperiod.com. Writing sample should be in the form of a Friday Fashion Find blog post (for examples check out prior FFF posts on our blog). Priority consideration will be given to applicants who apply before April 8^th. Compensation is TBD. 

SALES & MERCHANDISING INTERNSHIP

40 hours/week

Responsibilities:

§  Develop a creative and compelling buyer packet

§  New business development: call prospective buyers and coordinate meetings to present our product

§  Work with CEO to craft a brilliant presentation to deliver to potential buyers

§  Assist CEO in presenting to buyers (travel may be required)

§  Manage customer service inquiries

§  Work with web developer to manage online store 

Qualifications:

§  Minimum 1 year of college

§  Strong written and verbal communication skills (bring on the witty, cheeky writing!)

§  Upbeat, can-do attitude (we heart interns who sparkle)

§  Entrepreneurial spirit (you’re an independent thinker who takes initiative)

§  Flexible and reliable (the start-up environment is wonderfully unpredictable)

§  Dependable transportation

§  Fast learner who can familiarize her/himself with Sexy Period’s product and brand quickly and leverage that knowledge to make sales

§  Prior experience in sales a plus

To apply, please send resume and cover letter to Julie Sygiel at julie@sexyperiod.com. Priority consideration will be given to applicants who apply before April 8^th. Compensation is TBD. 

WEB DEVELOPMENT INTERNSHIP

40 hours/week

Responsibilities:

§  Maintain sexyperiod.com and manage our storefront

§  Work with CEO and marketing team to develop new pages and features to be used as we grow our brand, including:

o   Period calendar

o   Login feature for returning customers

o   Mobile application

o   Interactive photo gallery

§  Address all technical difficulties and customer inquiries related to the functioning of our site

Qualifications:

§  2 years of college, majoring in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience

§  Experience working with eCommerce platforms

§  Well-versed in PHP

§  Upbeat, can-do attitude

§  Entrepreneurial spirit (you’re an independent thinker who takes initiative)

§  Flexible and reliable (the start-up environment is wonderfully unpredictable)

§  Fast learner who is highly creative

§  Graphic/web design skills a plus

To apply, please send resume and samples of previous work to Julie Sygiel at julie@sexyperiod.com. Priority consideration will be given to applicants who apply before April 8^th. Compensation is TBD.

VIDEOGRAPHY INTERNSHIP

20 hours/week

Responsibilities:

§  Work with marketing team to produce a series of fun, promotional videos

§  Serve as chief editor of promotional videos and other multimedia content (from events, presentations, etc.)

§  Manage Sexy Period’s video channel, ensuring that it is frequently updated with awesome content

§  Develop ideas for other multimedia content to help Sexy Period grow our brand

§  Attend events to document the progress of Sexy Period for future content creation

Qualifications:

§  Minimum 1 year of college

§  Strong videography and editing skills (stop motion experience a plus)

§  Minimum 1 year experience using Final Cut or other editing software

§  Upbeat, can-do attitude

§  Flexible and reliable (the start-up environment is wonderfully unpredictable)

§  Creative and innovative

§  Own film equipment

§  Demonstrated skill or experience creating promotional materials a plus

To apply, please send resume and samples of previous work to Julie Sygiel at julie@sexyperiod.com. Priority consideration will be given to applicants who apply before April 8^th. Compensation is TBD.

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Our models donned fuchsia lipstick at the Launch Party last weekend courtesy of lovely makeup artist Nina Brundle from Wish Salon. If you want your lips to pop like theirs, get your hands on MAC's shade Girl About Town. More photos from the Launch Party are coming soon!

Photo by Trisha Kelley Photography

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We're giddy with excitement about our Launch Party tomorrow at Aspire in Providence, and we hope you are too! We love any excuse to dress up, but important social events like this call for a special outfit! Get your glam on and kick repeats to the curb by getting your next statement piece from Rent the Runway. If you haven't discovered this site yet, we're ecstatic to bring it to your attention. Now you can rock designer dresses and accessories at around a tenth of the price! Our pick for this week is this dressed-up LBD by Robert Rodriguez Black Label. We can't wait to see the piece you've chosen at Aspire tomorrow!

Photo Courtesy of www.RenttheRunway.com

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Shopping with Birchbox is like shopping with your best friend who also just happens to be a makeup, haircare, and skincare specialist. With products and how-tos in the same place, what more could you ask for? Try out different beauty products when they send your lovely gift box filled with 4-5 samples each month. When you’re sure you love that luscious lipstick or that wonderful body butter, just go online and purchase it! And even better? You get rewards for everything you buy. Nice.

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It's actually happening! After 2 1/2 years of product development, I am witnessing the construction of Sexy Period underwear this week. It's a bit surreal, as if I'm in a dream. And then I pinch myself and get back to work when production manager Carol asks if I am ready to apply more transfers to finished garments. I've been in Pennsylvania all week to watch and help out as the 500 Preview Sale pairs come to life in our sewing facility. Instead of using tags in our garments (because they are itchy and I tend to cut mine out), we're using heat transfers. I'm getting pretty good at operating the transfer machine and it gives me a chance to inspect each and every one of our beautiful undies before they get a hangtag and are packed for shipping. Here are some shots below of the action:

This is Bev (above) working on Simply Stunning hipsters. The crew in PA has been WONDERFUL to work with and they even made me hot chocolate every day during the morning break. What more could a girl ask for? 

This is Peggy (above) measuring lace for Friday Night Fabulous waistbands. 

Maria (above) is attaching elastic to the leg holes on a Simply Stunning bikini. 

Although disorder makes some people uneasy, I love the rich fabric, lace and trims stashed in every corner of the production facility. Doesn't this bookcase bursting with trim inspire you to create something artistic? 

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If your favorite style of Sexy Period panties is Blossoming Beauty, you’ve got one main woman to thank: Pamela Baron. She’s the RISD grad behind those wonderful watercolor flowers that adorn the Blossoming Beauty waistband. Not only is she a talented artist, but she’s also got a rocking sense of humor. Check out more of Pamela's work at her site, and read on to hear what she has to say about tape art, cross-country dads, and learning from each other.

What’s the snack food you’re addicted to?

Hands down, Comanzo & Co.’s Whole Wheat Pumpkin Biscotti. Locally made in Smithfield, RI and amazingly delicious! Seriously, these things make me have a better day.

What motivated you to become an artist?

I always thought I wanted to be a comic book artist until the late Al DeCredico taught me about abstract art. It was from there that I really began pushing the limits of what I could do and exploring myself as an artist.

What’s the last book you read?

“A Supposedly Funny Thing I’ll Never Do Again” by David Foster Wallace. So. Funny.

When you’re not busy being a fabulous artist, what do you like to do with your time?

I love doing Tape Art at the Providence Community Acupuncture Clinic, running outside when the weather is nice and baking for my friends and family.

Got any hobbies? 

Glass blowing. I learned how in high school and worked throughout college at a local hot shop. It’s a strangely addictive hobby.

Tell us something embarrassing about yourself!

Well, when I was a rebellious teen, I attempted to sneak off with a boy. My plot failed miserably since my Dad caught me and he chased me around the neighborhood for hours. We both laugh about it now, but I sure put his high school cross-country days to test!

If you had to trade lives with someone for a year, who would you pick?

A competitive athlete. Dancers, marathon runners, gymnasts -- I have so much respect for the level of commitment those people have. 

What’s the best advice you ever got?

People come together to teach each other lessons. It’s up to you to have the clarity to find out what those things are and learn.

What’s your favorite style of Sexy Period underwear?

I love the Blossoming Beauty in cheeky!

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Happy Friday! It's getting closer and closer to springtime here and we're itching to break out our bright colors. Here's an energized orange jacket we found from Jil Sander that, in addition to providing a pop of color, will also keep you warm and toasty during these last few chilly months. What's not to love about that? 

Photo courtesy of www.jilsander.com

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