Quick Q&A with Victoria Venturi
Victoria Venturi, founder and creative director. Photographs courtesy of Mikola Accuardi for Paper Epiphanies.
Q. There are some things that are timeless, like a little black dress or the perfect martini. What epitomizes “timeless” for you when it comes to stationery?
A: Black and white letterpress. Always.
Q. What have you learned about running a stationery and gift business that’s surprised you?
A: Some people actually want cards that JUST say “Happy Mother’s Day” or “Happy Birthday” — like really people?! But, now we make those too.
Q: What is the best buy under $50?
A: Dame, Zee Vibrator $30 — efficient and great quality for the price. Dame is a female-owned and -founded brand that prioritizes female pleasure and wants to dismantle the patriarchy.
Q: What is your best splurge?
A: Assouline, Travel Series Book, $95. This book is luxurious and beautiful. Perfect for a nice gift or to treat yourself and looks STUNNING when stacked together on the shelf. We’re addicted.
Q: If you were a stationery product, what would you be?
A: A beautiful, double-thick cotton letterpress notecard that says “fuck it” in elegant black cursive.
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