If you’ve ever visited New York City, you know how chaotic the city feels; people jostling you from every angle, an overload of sights & sounds and a frantic pace.  But in the frenzy, your eye catches a purposeful, symbol of order giving you stability that you cling to.

Newsstands are organized with newspapers out in the client’s path grabbing their attention to spend money on something they “need”.  Fun-reading magazines are right above newspapers so the client can easily add a guilty pleasure.  Food is at the top for the last minute impulse purchase.  And the sales clerk is right in the middle at eye-level controlling all activities.

Consistently designed street signs are a life line on a street & the city’s way of using their label make.

The Farmer’s Market welcomes you with a product bag & then helps you find your veggies & fruits of choice.

The Pickle vendor stands out with matching containers & clear labels.

Your life sometimes feels chaotic.  If you surroundings are organized & consistent like these examples, they will help stabilize you.  What organization tricks keeps you stabilized in your hectic life?  Share your tricks & let us know on the Styled & Organized Living Facebook Page.