About
It began with a Notebook—when an exhaustive search for high-quality paper products manufactured in the U.S. came up empty, we decided to make our own. Since 2015, we've set out to elevate and upgrade your desktop with American-made, environmentally conscious products that are thoughtfully designed, stylishly simple, and built for utility.
Sustainability & Environmental Impact
Our aim is simple: to create products you'll use well and hold on to, while prioritizing sustainability in every aspect of our production—from raw materials to packaging. Partnering with U.S. manufacturers who share these values, sourcing locally to lessen our carbon footprint, and choosing 100% curbside-recyclable packaging are among the steps we've taken to ensure Appointed products are friendlier to our planet.
Location
1500 Okie St NE
Washington D.C. 20002
Planning a visit?
Our Flagship Store is now open. Introducing a redesigned and reimagined shopping experience in the heart of Ivy City, Washington, D.C.
Appointed HQ
We are proudly based in Ivy City, D.C. where our products are designed, finished and packed with care.
We believe beautiful tools inspire beautiful work. Take a look behind the scenes to see how your favorite Appointed product comes to life.
From our paper mill to our Ivy City Studio where products are finished and packaged with care, we're proud to prioritize safe and sustainable production facilities for our team and beyond.
Design, Function, Quality—these values have been a part of our story from the very beginning.
Meet Suann Song, Founder & CEO of Appointed. Initially a graphic designer by trade with a public relations and marketing background, it’s not surprising that the longtime paper lover was always in search of the perfect notebook—American-made, minimalist-yet-chic, and sustainably-minded. What is surprising? The perfect notebook didn’t exist. Instead of settling, Suann set out to create it herself.
After 18 months of research and one (extremely) successful Kickstarter campaign, the Asian-American, female-founded brand launched with their signature product, The Notebook. Six years later, Appointed is proud to offer a suite of desktop and paper goods and support an ever-growing team of talented people. Appointed brings together Suann’s love of paper, organization, and beautiful design to create products that enrich and inspire everyday moments.
Elevate your work experience with our signature products
Elevate your work experience with our signature products
Notebooks & Journals
Meet your perfect companion for recording thoughts, to-do lists, and more.