Crazy Sexy Store: What do YOU want? xo Kris Carr

Hi family!

The following is a taken from today's blog. In case ya didn't get a chance to read it I thought I'd post a discussion. Thanks for taking time to chime in. We want to do it right and make ya happy. :)

"All I can chat about this week is what I'm obsessed with, what I spend most of my waking hours working on...SHOPPING. Huh? In these times of financial Armageddon Kris wants to talk about shopping?!? You betcha'. I don't know about you, but my wallet can fit into a pair of size 2 skinny jeans right now. Snore. Too slim for my tastes. When I buy my food, fun or health-related "must haves," I'm forced to question whether I can go without. For many reasons (social, environmental, financial) this is a crucial exercise. It's ultimately how we streamline our lives and save our pennies for rainy days, important causes or shit-storms. Plus it feels good to reduce, recycle and RENEW. We need it, hot mama earth needs it. Win win.

That said, we still require the basics or what I call The Foundationals. Like many of you, I've renovated my closets, my medicine cabinet and my pantry/crisper a thousand times in order to get to the bare bone necessities of my daily practice.

Now I need you.

We at team Crazy Sexy have been spending the last few months designing a new website and store for you. We've traveled to Expo's, taken seminars, picked the brains of world renowned health ambassadors, tasted yummy treats, yucky treats, helpful - and a few harmful - supplements (I do that experimenting), and slathered our faces, bodies and pits with countless natural potions, and some of us have the pimples to show for it! (PS... Why is a good deodorant so hard to find?) We've basically scoured both the East and West coast in order to find products that we both need and love.

Because my standards are so high, I refuse to carry anything that I don't personally use. Plus I'm a Virgo who hates clutter. If I could fit all my possessions in one box I'd be thrilled. Stuff gives me stress. This is no doubt due to the fact that my mother tortured me with throw pillows. You couldn't see the bed! My philosophy: one pillow (sorry mom), one shampoo, one probiotic, one juicer, one yoga mat etc. Plus I don't want a store so big that you get lost or bored. I hate that. Some online shops are great, but after about ten minutes then I want to nap.

Since money doesn't grow on trees, we'll be launching our magic shop in tiers. For a product to make our cut it must fall into one of five categories.

Diet...Body...Mind...Spirit...Planet

Remember my chair metaphor? Good health is like a chair. The diet is the seat while the mind, body, spirit and daily practice are the four legs. When one is off we wobble and/or topple. Of course when we care for our bodies and honor the chair, we inevitably make a positive impact of the planet.

Soooo, if all goes well we'll be ready for a "New Year, New You" launch early in '09. Here's what I'm curious about: What do YOU want? What do YOU need? How can I help YOU?

Thanks so much gang. I really appreciate your feedback!

Peace and (thoughtful) spending,

Kris

PS: A portion of our proceeds will go towards maintaining our online forum, charity and planting trees. :)"

Tags: carr, csl, kris, online, store

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Permalink Reply by Crazy Sexy Life on October 22, 2008 at 1:46pm: Opps! This discussion was in a "closed for discussion" area! Silly us. Now that we're open for gabbing, lets hear it peeps:); ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Mary Brittain on October 22, 2008 at 2:47pm: I want a crazy sexy t shirt with you and the cowgirl hat on it....(i feel like i'm making out santa's list :) )merchandise girl. I want to look good so must have some good firming cream! Terri, thots? Oh, and must carry those olives! Girl, you know....Hugs!; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by laetitia on October 22, 2008 at 2:59pm: I would love to find a good juicer and a vitamix that I could afford...Maybe they could give us whole sale prices and/or group discounts??!!
Thanks
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Permalink Reply by Christine on October 22, 2008 at 4:40pm: Hiya Kris!
Thanks so much for this post. I am always looking for high quality, affordable supplements (there are so many out there!) and inspiring books on diet, health and mind/body connection. Maybe some recommended titles written by other survivors?; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Faile on October 22, 2008 at 6:12pm: I agree with everyone. But my top wish would also be for the high quality supplements and all those little "extras". It can be hard to find good supplements in some smaller communities and, for me, I know it's comforting to be able to find the types and brands that many of you have tried and love! I don't know - personally I would feel more comforatable buying a supplement recommended by Kris than just something random I can find in a small store.
And I like the idea of juicers and affordable blenders (vitamix!) as well.

Kris - I love what you have said about not wanting a store so big you get lost! I check out some of the online sites for supplements etc... and there are so many things that I just get overwhelmed and give up!; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Chris Grundoon on October 22, 2008 at 4:41pm: A discount on a really good juicer is right up there on my list, too. Cosmetics and shampoo without chemicals, although I can get those at my local co-op.

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Permalink Reply by ddl on October 22, 2008 at 4:59pm: what a fabulous idea. i'd love an affordable juicer and vitamix. would also love to have one place where i could buy your recommended deodorant, shampoo, lotion, multivitamins and supplements. thanks for this!; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Brady Girl Jeni on November 1, 2008 at 9:29pm: I like the idea about the cosmetics and shampoo....add to that soaps, bath stuff, maybe even the safe hair dyes. I guess it would depend on just how large you would want the store to me.

I also like the idea of the shirt. Even one with "My Crazy Sexy Life" on it would conjure up alot of questions...promote this great place a little bit more.; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Jodie on November 14, 2008 at 10:56pm: also definitely could you a crazy sexy approved supplement. also since im having such a hard time raising my spirits these days definitely digging the literary enlightenment too. will you guys be shipping international?; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Laura on November 14, 2008 at 1:51pm: Love the idea of being able to find affordable kitchen equipment, supplements, hair and body care products...and THANK YOU FOR DOING THIS!; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Caroline on October 22, 2008 at 4:53pm: How about some veggie and vegan cookbooks like Moosewood? People always seem to be asking for veggie recipes.

But a t-shirt for CSL would be uber cool as well.; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Liz R on October 22, 2008 at 4:56pm: Hi Kris, Thanks for all you do!
Here's my wish list: (because of the tough times, I kept to relatively low cost items)
Diet: Fair trade raw cocoa..maybe this should be under "Spirit? : )
Body: A good water bottle made with safe materials
Mind: downloads of good audio books (saves trees)
Spirit: meditation cds (or, as above, downloadable)
Planet; Crazy Sexy recycled material shopping bags
Can't wait to browse the merchandise! Peace, Liz; ▶ Reply to This

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