INTERVIEW WITH MEREDITH PECK: What are you carrying into April?

This month, we sat down with Meredith Peck, the Creative Director of Spark & Pepper and founder of hey.oomi, to talk about how her brand came to be, the influence of motherhood on the way she works and lives, and the quiet rituals that shape her days.

From creative beginnings to building something of her own, this conversation is a reflection on instinct, discipline, and finding meaning in the everyday.

1. Tell us the story of how Spark and Pepper came to be. What inspired you to start the company?

Spark & Pepper really began as something small and personal. I started sharing getting ready content simply as a creative outlet. Clothing has always been a form of expression and a kind of quiet reset for me. It was never meant to be anything more than that.

Over time, it grew organically. I was sharing something I genuinely loved, and people responded to that honesty. What started as a creative practice evolved into a business, but at its core, it’s still rooted in the same intention – finding beauty in the everyday and creating space for self-expression through getting dressed every day.

2. What lessons have you learned along your journey as a founder, OO-MI, especially the ones you didn’t expect at the start?

One of the biggest lessons has been learning to trust my instinct. Especially as a mother, you’re constantly making decisions without a clear roadmap, and that’s carried into how I build.

I also didn’t expect how much discipline it takes to protect your time and energy. There’s a constant pull to do more, be more, but I’ve had to become very intentional about what I say yes to, so I can be fully present both in my work and at home. This is of course, always a work in progress. I work from home, so this is a balance I am constantly trying to find and work on. I don’t just leave the office and go home, so I’ve been trying to find ways to mark my days.

Motherhood has shaped how I define success. It’s not just about growth, it’s about building something that supports the life I want to live, and the example I want to set for Madi.

3. Is there a daily ritual you return to?

Time with my family is the constant. The small, in-between moments, walking Madi to school, being together at the end of the day, those are the ones I hold onto most. This routine is something I really hold on to, especially as she’s coming into her own and being more independent. 

Getting dressed each morning is also a ritual I return to. It’s a quiet, meditative practice, and a way of showing up for myself before I step into everything else. This sets the tone for my day and sets up how I want to show up. It’s less about where I’m going and more about who I want to be. 

4. As you step into April, what story are you carrying forward?

Spring feels like the beginning of what’s possible, everything feels fresh again. April especially. It’s such an invigorating season. I am so inspired by the lightness of spring and am trying to emulate this in my dressing and daily life. This makes me really excited about this collaboration with Goldstories. It’s such a colorful, fresh moment that I am so excited to carry forward. The possibilities of styling are endless! 

5. Goldstories is rooted in memory, meaning, and the stories we carry.
Is there an object, ritual, or piece you return to that holds personal significance for you and why?

So much of what I hold onto now is tied to moments in my life, especially motherhood. The jewelry pieces I wear every day have become part of that story. My jewelry has marked special occasions, they’re there in the ordinary moments, but also in the ones I know I’ll look back on.

Jewelry, to me, feels like a marker of time. It carries memory in a very quiet way. I love that something so small can hold so much – moments, phases, versions of yourself. It becomes less about the piece, and more about what it’s lived through with you.

6. What’s your favorite Goldstories piece?

I know I’m biased, but I’m especially drawn to the rings we designed together! From the beginning, they were inspired by my relationship with my daughter, and that made the process feel incredibly personal. Working with Goldstories was such a dream and privilege to create something so symbolic. 

The ring is rooted in heritage craft. The goal was to create a piece that feels storied and heritage, despite being new. These rings will be an heirloom for my daughter, and I wanted the pieces to have a strong sense of place and heritage. This was translated into the signature Goldstories lens, infusing the pieces with color in a modern way. Designing the pieces felt like a true partnership, where each of our styles are beautifully reflected. Subikksha and I both feel deeply connected to the rings. 

They’ve become pieces I wear every day. There’s something really special about them. I love the idea that one day they’ll be hers, carrying that story forward in a way that feels both tangible and lasting.