organize in style

Even though I am guilty of being on my phone more than I’d like to admit, and one would think all my plans and appointments would be within my iPhone calendar, I actually like pen and paper more than you can imagine. There is something about writing down your notes, to-do’s, and plans. I know many people would disagree with me because, well hello, it’s 2013. However, it’s safe to say I’ll be putting that pen (or pencil) to paper…forever. With that being said, let’s talk organization.

Make sure to have a fabulous notepad on your desk at all times to write down lists and notes throughout the day. File folders to coordinate with your desk/office are a must. A quality planner is what will really keep you on track (and if you only use your phone calendar, I highly recommend using Evernote, as well). A journal is also an item I think is necessary to have with you at all times because you never know when you’ll need to jot something down (for me…constantly). Here’s to organizing in 2013!

Organize in Style

1. Brittany Fuson Notepads (also featured in my Oklahoma Magazine column)

2. The Container Store File Folders (I own these exact ones and I love them)

3. Erin Condren Planner (I own an Erin Condren planner and am fully obsessed with it)

4. Paper Source Journals

5. Kate Spade File Folders

6. Barneys New York Journal

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22 Comments

  1. Michelle wrote:

    I love picking out new organization stuff! I am on the lookout for the perfect planner right now!! Love #5.


    Michelle, Fierce & Fashionable

    Posted 1.7.13 Reply
  2. amy wrote:

    I always keep a notebook with me to write stuff down!

    xx Amy
    Leopard and Lillies

    Posted 1.7.13 Reply
  3. Alison wrote:

    I am guilty of the same! These are great options!

    Posted 1.7.13 Reply
  4. Heather wrote:

    I so need this – my planner is boring black… love these options!

    XO
    Pearls & Paws

    Posted 1.7.13 Reply
  5. Alyssa wrote:

    As embarrassed as I am to admit this, I kind of feel like I’m going to die when I don’t have my planner with me. It feels like my whole life is in that thing! Considering how much I use it, a cute one is a must. Adorable picks!

    Posted 1.7.13 Reply
  6. Maria wrote:

    Getting organized is one of my resolutions in 2013, too! I bought this great moleskin planner that’s already super helpful. Love the post!

    xx
    M

    Posted 1.7.13 Reply
    • Julie wrote:

      Love their planners!! xo, Julie

      Posted 1.7.13 Reply
  7. cute folders!
    Xo Megan, http://www.TfDiaries.com

    Posted 1.7.13 Reply
  8. ashley wrote:

    The beginning of the year is such a great time to get organized! Love this.

    xo Ashley

    Posted 1.7.13 Reply
  9. Rachel wrote:

    I love writing things down as well- I have so many notebooks filled with random ideas and notes!

    Posted 1.7.13 Reply
  10. the erincondren.com team wrote:

    thank you for including us in your list! happy new year! enjoy!

    Posted 1.7.13 Reply
    • Julie wrote:

      Of course! Happy New Year! xo, Julie

      Posted 1.7.13 Reply
  11. I’m obsessed with pen & paper for organization. As much as technology changes, I just love keeping track of appointments in my planner and color coded with different pens. Yes I’m such a weirdo! haha I’ve been hearing such amazing things about the Erin Condren planners.. maybe I need to check it out for 2014!
    xoxo,
    Nikki at http://www.bedazzlesafterdark.com

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    • Julie wrote:

      I’m with you!! Love being organized! Yes, you definitely need to check out the Erin Condren ones. Love them! xo, Julie

      Posted 1.7.13 Reply
  12. I wish I liked to use a planner but I find that I rely on my phone instead. I really like the idea of putting pen to paper but I usually forget my planner at home or it won’t fit in a number of my small bags so I simply stop using it. I really love the Erin Condren planner though!

    xo jen

    Posted 1.7.13 Reply
    • Julie wrote:

      I totally understand! Sometimes my planner isn’t with me, but as soon as I get home I’ll add the appts to it. I tend to put my appointments and meetings in both my phone and calendar haha! Definitely check out the Erin Condren planners…you’ll love! xo, Julie

      Posted 1.7.13 Reply
  13. Rachel wrote:

    LOVE the Brittany Fuson note pad 🙂

    Posted 1.7.13 Reply
  14. Miranda wrote:

    It is all so lovely 🙂

    XX,
    Miranda

    Posted 1.7.13 Reply
  15. I love writing things down, I feel like it’s more permanent and real that way, haha! I need that planner!

    xo, Yi-chia
    Always Maylee

    Posted 1.7.13 Reply
  16. MFJ wrote:

    The Kate Spade folders are cute. I’m crazy for dots!

    Posted 1.7.13 Reply
  17. Who says being organized can’t be stylish?! Love it!

    http://www.kacieskloset.blogspot.com
    http://www.daisyraeboutique.com

    Posted 1.8.13 Reply
  18. I need that!

    Posted 1.8.13 Reply