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Swarovski Crystal Eyelet Bracelet and Earrings by Judith Goldstone Designs

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With the impossibility of wearing all the jewelry she wants to create, the only logical solution was to offer them to the public.  In 2005, Judith Goldstone began creating distinctive, handcrafted pieces for the customers of her bridal boutique Picker’s.  …

Spring Green Chain Necklace and Earring Ensemble by Beverly Grant Artisan Jewelry

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Personal essence, this is what Beverly Grant strives to capture in her artisan jewelry.  Spending most of her adult life in corporate America, Beverly left the corporate world after twenty six years to start her own business.  She designs and …

Mariners Dream Sea Glass Earrings by Out Of The Blue Seaglass Jewelry

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Inspired by nature and the cultures of ancient and primitive people who lived by the sea, Lisl Armstrong has been making sea glass jewelry for over twenty years.  She has always loved objects from antiquity, not just for their craftsmanship …

Metallic Leather Lariat and Gold Fill Wire Bracelets by in2 design

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Born and raised in Sweden, Inga Louise Baldwin and Inger Mark are the two I’s behind the label in2 design.

Living in the United States, both realized there was a market for Swedish-design jewelry.  When they first met, Louise …

Arno Dress by Naketano

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This is the second piece I’ve reviewed from the Naketano label.  The first one is the Senna Black Sweatshirt from their Fall/Winter 2007 Collection.

Naketano is a contemporary fashion project-turned-brand, initiated in the fall of 2004.  It is the name …

‘Wisdom’ Medium Tote Bag by Jumeau

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This is the second bag I’ve reviewed from the label Jumeau – a hip, young, urban line of bags.  My first review of the ‘Feather’ Shoulder Bag from the Now Collection received top ratings for its trendy style and functional …

Butterfly Collection Cuff and Ring by Onen Surono

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Born in the island of Papua in Indonesia, Nenny Surono, better known by her nickname Onen, has always admired the beauty of her natural surroundings.  Early on, her parents recognized her artistic abilities and enrolled her in one form of …

‘Feather’ Shoulder Bag by Jumeau

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Hip, young and urban – these are my first impressions of a new line of bags under the label Jumeau.  The line has four collections – Now, Institution, Commando, and Green.

The Now Collection features bags that are trendy, …

Celtic Flower Earrings by III Rexes

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Tara Greer, a native Californian with a lifelong interest in spiritually oriented art, is the classically-trained fine artist behind the III Rexes Jewelry Line.  Utilizing her talents as an oil painter and her knowledge of Art History, she combines the …

Cashmere YumYum Neck Warmer by TDM Design

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As a woman-owned business, TDM Design Inc. which designs and imports cashmere scarves and accessories from Nepal, strongly supports women working together in cottage industries.  Nepal is one of the poorest, least developed countries in the world with an …

Gold Plated Necklace with Semi Precious Stones by Urban Attitude

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Urban Attitude represents top Israeli jewelry and accessory designers who are established in Europe and the Middle East, and are now growing an audience in the United States.  Owners Sharon and Tami are fashionistas who are constantly on the hunt …

Belen Coral and Gold Nugget Bracelet by Ines del Castillo

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Combining the color and essence of her native Mexico with the chic style of New York where she now resides, Ines del Castillo brings eclectic cultural undertones, femininity, and unique classical style to each of her designs for which she …

King of Rock Black Shirt by Random Nicole

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While attending graduate school for creative writing in San Francisco, Nicole Stevenson started painting.  After her first art show sold out, she moved down to Los Angeles to make a go of it as an artist.

Selling her mixed media …

Hotter Than Hot Beaded Strap by Strap My Bra

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If you’ve been living under a rock, newsflash – decorative bra straps are all the rage!  They are the hottest new fashion accessory and we have just the place for you to get your fill.

Strap My Bra has all …

Paris Belt and Barrette by Yosifa Penina

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Graduating with honors from the Industrial Design Department at the Rhode Island School of Design, Jules Sherman was poised for success from the beginning.  Designing fashion and home accessories for major retailers and manufacturers such as the Limited Brands and …

Fleur de Lis Sparkly Crystal Tee by Sparkle Plenty

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The original source for upscale Swarovski™ crystal embellished clothing, customized crystal logo tees, and stunning rhinestone tees and apparel, Sparkle Plenty specializes in creating genuine Swarovski™ crystal logo & rhinestone apparel for branding, special events, promotions, and tradeshows.

Sparkle Plenty …