Manifest that sh*t: believe it and make it happen

Okay, we’ll admit it—“manifest your life” sounds cheesy, right? But hear us out. Sometimes, the universe just needs you to believe, and we’re firm believers that when you put positive vibes out there, the magic happens. It’s not about waiting for things to fall into your lap—it’s about making space for the good stuff, getting clear on what you want, and then going after it. You are in charge of your life, and we’re here to remind you of that!

A lot can change in a year, and for us, 2024 was proof of that. It was a year of big risks, life-changing decisions, and those moments where we looked at each other and thought, “Are we really doing this?”

It all started at the beginning of 2024 when we both found ourselves starting new jobs in Charleston. From the moment we met, we knew this wasn’t just a coworker situation. We immediately connected—kindred spirits with overlapping dreams for the future. What started as casual chats about design and big ideas quickly became something much more tangible.

Before we knew it, those lunch break conversations turned into weekly meet-ups before work, where we'd grab matcha and dream up what could be. We spent hours talking about creating something of our own—something personal, something that felt like us. And then one day, we realized we weren’t just talking anymore—we were planning.

A few months later, we made the leap. We quit our stable, predictable 9-5 jobs—yep, the ones with biweekly paychecks—and dove headfirst into building Estro Studio from scratch. Now, as we step into this exciting new year, we’re holding onto the belief that manifesting can truly change your life!

With the new year just around the corner, we’re setting our intentions and manifesting some big things—and we’re sharing them with you because we believe in the power of collective energy. When we manifest together, there’s no limit to what we can achieve. Here’s to dreaming boldly, chasing those dreams, and making them our reality!

Here are our top 8 things we’re manifesting for 2025:

1. Cultivating a Creative Community
   We’ve always believed that collaboration breeds magic. This year, we’re setting out to build a community of like-minded people who are passionate, inspired, and ready to create together. Whether it's with fellow designers, makers, or fellow creatives, we can’t wait to form new partnerships and get to work on exciting projects together.

2. Meeting Local Clients in Charleston
   We’ve been fortunate to connect with people all over the country via social media, but there’s something special about our home city. We want to connect with local clients here in Charleston, bring our vision to life in spaces around the city we can visit, and become a trusted name in the design community here.

3. Hosting Our First Pop-Up Event
   Pop-ups have always been a passion for us, and this year we’re finally making it happen! From curating incredible vintage finds to collaborating with local makers, we can’t wait to bring something special to Charleston that celebrates creativity, community, and all things unique. Stay tuned for details—it’s coming this spring!

4. Documenting and Sharing the Behind-the-Scenes of Estro
   We’re proud of the world we are creating and when things get tough we want to be able to look back and say “ya we did that sh*t!” This year we’re making a commitment to document the journey and share more of what happens behind the scenes at Estro Studio. From design inspiration to the process of bringing ideas to life, we want to take you along for the ride as we grow, experiment, and build our company from the ground up.

5. Traveling to Vintage Sourcing Markets and Events
   One of our favorite things is traveling to different cities to source vintage treasures and unique pieces that bring our designs to life. This year, we’re manifesting trips to markets and events that will fuel our creativity and help us find the perfect one-of-a-kind pieces to share with clients and the community.

6. Getting Our Projects Photographed
   We’ve worked on countless incredible spaces, but now it’s time to start documenting and photographing our own projects under Estro Studio’s name. These photos aren’t just for our portfolio—they’re part of a bigger dream. We’re putting our vision out into the world, with the hope of seeing our work in magazines and design publications. The big vision dream is to see Estro Studio featured on the pages of glossy spreads, and we’ll be manifesting this one for years!

7. Introducing Identities and Curation to the Universe
   This year we want to market the other two services that Estro offers: Identities and Curation. We believe every brand has a story to tell, and our Identities service is all about helping brands find their authentic visual voice. Whether it’s refining your aesthetic or developing your brand’s personality, we’ll help you tell your story in a way that feels true to who you are. Our Curation service is all about creating meaningful moments, whether it’s styling for a photoshoot, curating an event, or selecting the perfect products for your store. We can’t wait to share both of these services with the world more.

8. Stay Authentic to our brand

   When we founded Estro Studio, our core mission was simple: to create a space where our creativity could flow freely and without boundaries. It was never about fitting into an industry mold or following trends—it was about creating something real, something raw, and something that reflects who we truly are.

   As we continue to share our work, grow as individuals, and evolve as a company, we are committed to staying unapologetically authentic. We’re here to create with intention, to experiment without fear of judgment, and to embrace our individuality in everything we do.

   For 2025 we are setting big goals, taking bold steps, and trusting the process as we go. We’re glad to have you along for the ride as you follow us along on our small business journey! So here’s to believing in what’s possible and making it happen in 2025! Let’s do this thing.

Cait + Lily, Co-Founder of Estro Studio

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