winnkstyle

We spot the trends and we try them out so you don't have to waste your money on the items that aren't going to give you the look you desire. You are beautiful and we are here to help you accentuate that look that makes you... YOU!

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Last night in New York City Dayan celebrated the opening of her first solo show, entitled Assumption, with guests including ALESSANDRA BRAWN, ALIX BROWN, ANNABELLE DEXTER-JONES, ATHENA CALDERONE, ATLANTA DE CADENET TAYLOR, BENJAMIN LALLIER, BROOK KLAUSING, CAMILLA DETERRE, CECILE WINCKLER, CHRISTIAN SIRIANO, COOKE MARONEY, CRYSTAL MOSELLE, DEV HYNES, DREE HEMINGWAY, ELI REED, ERIK FOSS, EVA ZUCKERMAN, FIONA BYRNE, GARANCE DORÉ, GIGI BURRIS, HARI NEF, JASMINE CHESS, JON NEIDICH, JULIA RESTOIN ROITFELD, JULIE HELLER, JUSTIN MELNICK, LAURA LOVE, LOLA KIRKE, KYLE HOTCHKISS CARONE, LUCIEN SMITH, MAGGIE BETTS, MARGARITA LEVIEVA, MORGAN COLLETT, NATALIE JOOS, OLGA NAZAROVA, PHOEBE AND ANNETTE STEPHENS, PIETRO QUAGLIA, RACHEL ROSSIN, REECE SOLOMON, RJ RAIZK, SABINE GANHEM, THOMAS HAYO, TIM BARBER, TIMO WEILAND and more…     The exhibition marks Dayan’s first solo presentation in New York and features new paintings that explore the intriguing parallels between classic religious interpretations of the Virgin Mary and eroticism. Dayan uses watercolor paints as a medium create a series of portraits which show reinterpreted images of Mary in a new erotic light, posed for by women of the likes of Lola Kirke, Tali Lennox, Carlotta Kohl, Camilla Deterre, Alix Brown, and more...The exhibition will be on view until Sunday, October 11 at the Catherine Ahnell Gallery, located at 66 Grand Street, in New York City.

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“Creating healing jewelry is an art that requires intuition and empathy. Every person has their own story. And so every person's needs are different. I feel very humble that so many people find their way to me and put their faith in my ability to help them along their path. As a spiritual intuitive healer I have a close connection to the Angels, and so it seems only natural to me to seek their guidance when I am crafting a bracelet for a client; because if the Angels don’t know what we need, then who does? “ states Sandra Cooze, chief spiritual healer and creator of Serafina Fae healing jewelry.

Born out of Windsor, Ontario, Sandra not only creates healing and spiritual jewelry, but she also offers a holistic and spiritual lifestyle, centered in Reiki Treatments, Akasha training, Spiritual House Cleaning and Intuitive readings.This jewelry is the real deal, created by a certifies spiritual healer, who understands the power of the metaphysical world.

The bracelet pictured above, is named, “Focus,” for it’s exceptionally strong powers in assisting the wearer in maintaining deep focus by balancing the body and mind. “It is especially helpful during auditioning, giving a concert, or speaking in front of a room full of people.”

This particular bracelet retails for $34.95, but depending on your personal needs, these bracelets have a wide range in prices - because of the availability of materials . There is a wide range of types of jewelry on the site, designed for your specific nees - including finding your way, receiving divine protection, healing, health, and business....And the list goes on!

A member of The Artisan Group, this jewelry is a highly coveted secret amongst the Hollywood Celebrities. Most recently, actress, Cortney Palm was spotted at a red carpet premiere held at The Egyptian Theater, wearing an authentic Serafina Fae bracelet!

This is the perfect gift to give to your bestie, loved one or child going back to school. The right bracelet can balance the chakras and create the perfect aura for success! I would have loved to enter college with one of these bracelets to, at the very least, to calm my anxieties and to remind me that I have a cheerleader in my corner!

Right now, I plan to wear this bracelet to a class I will be teaching in photography. I can use the bolstered strength in public speaking!

Go to: http://serafinafae.com/home/index.php to take a look at the incredible work Sandra Cooze is doing and to take home a special piece of spirituality for yourself or for a loved one!

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These fun skull bracelets from Sassy Belle Wares deliver a lot of punk in a little package. I love wearing mine now that it is late summer and I have my summer sun kissed skin bare and ready for adornment. These fun and incredibly fashionable bracelets were gifted to celebrities attending the GBK Pre MTV Movie Awards Gifting Suites, and I noted  a number of note worthies piling these on their wrists with gusto and sensuality - both men and women enjoyed the look of these rockstar bracelets.

Great to pair with leather wrap bracelets and other stonewear bracelets, Sassy Belle holds its own as stand alone or in concert with other beloved accessories. I personally like my Sassy Belle paired with my leather and bead bracelet that I picked up on a retreat in New Mexico. The look is chic and super rockstar - and most of all, very me.

These gorgeous bracelets have been seen on a number of television shows, including, The Vampire Diaries, so if they look familiar, there you go!

Made in the United States,  Sassy Belle Wares is a member of The Artisan Group. They create bracelets, earrings, necklaces, and hair accessories for the country musician and rock star in all of us - including the men! Bracelets are made specially, and when a look is discontinued,good luck finding another! They range in price from $20.0-$40.00

Other jewelry falls within the same price range - and each piece is as unique and individualistic as the next - boating the personality of the one adorning it!

Go to: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SassyBelleWares?section_id=5970194&ref=shopsection_leftnav_9 to locate your perfect look - or the fun statement piece that you KNOW will speak to the person you love.

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This gold namaste necklace by Zoe and Piper is likely one of the most beautiful, delicate, and brilliantly stated namaste necklaces I have ever seen. It rests just at the clavical and accentuates the beauty of the collar bones and the decolete.The official name of this necklace is “ Namaste Word Bar Necklace in Rose Gold on a Rolo Chain, #7060E“ and you can find this member of The Artisan Group on Etsy. I will list the website, below. This necklace is handmade and hails from Arizona. The materials of this gorgeous stunner are: rose gold vermeil, and rose gold fill - a perfect fusion of rose gold that compliments the golden skin of a lightly sun kissed yoga enthusiast.

This particular necklace retails for $89.00, but you can choose between solid sterling silver and yellow gold, as well as my personal favorite, the rose gold option.

Many of us are aware of the term, “Namaste,” but Zoe and Piper offers a very concise definition and understanding of the term on it’s website: “"We are all one when we live from the heart." The gesture Namaste represents the belief that there is a Divine spark within each of us that is located in the heart chakra, and acknowledges the soul in one by the soul in another. To perform Namaste, place the hands together at the heart chakra, close the eyes, and bow the head. Yoga teachers initiate Namaste as a symbol of gratitude and respect toward their students, and in return invites the student to connect with their lineage.“

This is a finely crafted piece of jewelry that will last longer than a lifetime, and makes for the perfect gift for either you or a loved one. The chains do come in a variety of lengths, so you can choose how  you display your Namaste!

A fun fact: This particular necklace was gifted to the world reknowned stylist who styles the ladies on the show, “The Real,” through The Artisan Group.

Whatever your desire, when you visit the Zoe and Piper website to check out the many original designs, Sienna, Zoe and Piper’s, owner and chief designer, explains, “ Zoe and Piper's first pendants speak for themselves, literally. The buddha pendant has words of inspiration written across the front and back: "Compassion, Karma, Peace, Love, Kindness, Respect and Tranquility" - words to live by. The Herbivore pendant speaks out for Vegetarians, Vegans and Animals alike. “ These pieces are all about unity, love, beauty through nature and serenity - and they make for verrrrry meaningful gifts. 

Also, a member of Etsy for Animals; Artists Helping Animals, Zoe and Piper donates a portion of its proceeds to farm animals - Yet another great reason to treat yourself or the one that you love to a gorgeous piece of Zoe and Piper jewelry. A gift that will  create a tremendous ripple effect with it’s sentiment and care.

Go to: https://www.etsy.com/shop/ZOEandPIPER?ref=shopsection_shophome_leftnavfind the special piece of statement jewelry that speaks to you. Prices start at about $14.00 for deliciously crafted garnet bracelets! Something (with healing and love powers) for everyone!

If you wish to learn more about Etsy for Animals, and Zoe and Pipers contributions, go to: http://www.farmsanctuary.org/

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Bashful Owl Designs by Shannon has a unique corner on raw crystal jewelry that will catch the eyes of all who step into your circle with the shimmer of these all natural wonders set in the beauty of Shannon’s rustic and never too overpowering designs.

I am personally entranced by these upbeat and fun crushed crystal druzy rings. They retail for only $20.00, so you can grab one for you and one for a friend! They come in a cheerful selection of colors and each one is as dazzling as the next.

If you are in the mood for a more dramatic look, I suggest you visit the site to view the countless one of a kind bullet necklaces that are appropriate for men as well as women, coming in a vast selection of colors and types of crystal (which are symbolic to each of us,depending on the place we are journeying through in our lives). They range in price from approximately $30.00 to $70.00 - depending on size and type of crystal.

There are plenty of druzy designs to choose from as well - from necklaces to hairpins, to some of the most dazzling earrings I have ever fixed my eyes on!

A member of The Artisan Group, Bashful Owl Designs by Shannon hails from Chicago, Illinois, and Shannon hand crafts each piece with great heart and love. These are truly one-of-a-kind pieces, and if you choose to give one of Shannon’s designs as a gift, you know that the recipient will never see another piece of jewelry quite like this. That said, the healing powers of these crystals is miraculous, and the energy I feel while wearing mine, makes me feel as if I glow with positivity!

Visit: https://www.etsy.com/shop/bashfulowl/about?ref=shopinfo_about_leftnav

stop messing around with simple pieces that have been done before. Express your feelings with the beauty of this unique and expertly crafted jewelry.

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“ The Chrysalis is the metallic protective shell that envelops and shelters the caterpillar as it transforms into a beautiful butterfly during metamorphosis. Chrysalis Studios preserves the beauty and wonder of real butterflies by once again cloaking their wings in a chrysalis of glass or resin to live on and be treasured as a unique piece of art or jewelry! “

Yes, you are gazing at the wing of a butterfly, immortalized in a pendant. Chrysalis Studios is a humane and eco conscious studio that allows butterflies to live out their natural lives in a healthy and vibrant environment, and when they pass, naturally ( the average lifespan for a butterfly is only 2-4 weeks), their beauty and their life story is preserved in a gorgeous pendant for all to appreciate. 

Most of the species Chrysalis Studios works with are from Africa, Asia, and South America,as these butterflies are the most vibrant. All of the pieces are unique in design and handmade - preserved in glass and resin, to last many lifetimes beyond.

Born in 2008, and a member of the Artisan Group, Chrysalis Studios ensures that “All butterflies are ethically sourced and raised on butterfly sanctuaries & farms where they live their full lifespan (which averages 2-4 weeks) and then collected after they naturally expire so that they can be preserved and their beauty can live on!  Butterfly Farming actually helps to preserve rain forests and also assures the survival of natural butterfly habitats.” Chrysalis Studios is a proud member of The Rainforest Alliance, a nonprofit dedicated to preserving the rainforest and thousands of species that live in it, including the Blue Morpho Butterfly.

These gorgeous pieces are a special and unique addition to yours or your love’s jewelry collection, serving as a clear reminder that the keeper of this precious piece is unique and special - as unique as a butterfly’s wing. As precious and genuine as the butterfly.

Crafted in the United States by Jaclyn Brzezinski, you can find that specially crafted piece that emits your most precise statement. These finely crafted pieces range from $15.00 for a pretty real insect necklace to $1,999.99 for a gorgeous piece of wall art crafted from butterfly wings.

The pendant pictured, “Real Monarch Butterfly Jewelry Framed Insect Pendant Woodland Creature Statement Necklace Organic fairy wing glass terrarium Large silver,” retails for $42.00 - a steal for a unique object of true life, love, and beauty.

Go to: https://www.etsy.com/shop/ChrysalisStudios?ref=shopsection_shophome_leftnav

for more information - and to see the beauty that is captured in true life.

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Handmade, hand-stamped jewelry is an almost lost art, especially when it comes to exquisite, one of a kind pieces, created with your interests in mind. The Azure Rose has raised the bar. These lovely hand crafted pieces are made to order and you can speak with the company’s owner and sole designer, Genevieve, to craft each piece to your specifications, whether for yourself, a loved one - or even as bridal jewelry gifts! She can personalize these lovely hand stamped pieces for you and she can customize!

I personally adore the dandelion necklace, which was gifted to GBK MTV Movie Awards gifting suite recipients. The 18mm silver stamped square sits on a lovely silver ball chain and it works with every look, from day to night. The cheerful dandelion that we once wished upon as children, we can now adorn as a reminder that wishes can come true! This little charmer retails for $42.00 and it is perfect for any gal, any occasion!

Genevieve states, “ A lovely image of a dandelion and it’s seeds blowing up into the wind.   I’ve hand stamped a solid sterling silver rounded square with a dandelion design and it’s seeds flying into the sky.  The design is then hand oxidized, the square is slightly domed, the surface polished with a satin finish, and placed on a solid sterling silver ball chain with a C-spring ring clasp.  I can also switch the chain to a rolo or cable style, which you can select from the drop down menu at checkout.  The rolo and cable chains are secured with a sterling silver heart shaped lobster clasp.”

Best of all, if you are giving this beautiful design as a gift, you might consider having Genevieve personalize it with a message or a name! Perhaps, consider giving your little gal, going into her first year in high school or college, this lovely keepsake necklace with a heartful inscription as a reminder that you are with them in spirit as they journey into the next phase of their lives.

There are other more masculine gift ideas on this site, like bottle opener keychains and necklaces that can all be customized and personalized.

Best of all, every item is crafted by Genevieve, herself, and comes out of Newark, Delaware. A member of The Artisan Group, you know this is jewelry of the best quality, handcrafted and made with heart!

Go to:

https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheAzureRose?ref=shopsection_shophome_leftnav

To find the perfect piece for your special occasion!

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Little Hill Jewelry knows me well. In fact, they know most of us well. I don’t want to have my look overpowered by an enormous statement piece, most of the time. I like jewelry that compliments my features and sets off the sparkle and polish of my look.

The company tag line is: Simply Beautiful, and as you gaze at these beautiful brushed sterling silver teardrop earrings (called: The Jennifer Earrings - $35.00), you can appreciate the subtle sparkle and quality in these handcrafted stunners. They work perfectly with the strappy sundress and lightly sunkissed skin as well as with the pretty, soft and demure cashmere sweater look. Timeless, and splendid in every way - Perfect for the trendsetter of today or the retro glam gal and all of us who find ourselves floating somewhere in between.

I love these earring because I can put them on in the morning, paired with my work suits, and then keep them on in the evening when I hit the town with my sexy slinky dresses.

A member of The Artisan Group, Little Hill Jewelry, hand crafts each piece of jewelry to order, so you can be assured that when you order one of their incredibly unique and heartfully crafted pieces, you are receiving the very best quality.

Little Hill Jewelry’s designer states, “ For me, creating handmade, artisan jewelry is a powerful experience. When I make a piece for someone, I get to be a small part of their story--the engagement ring, the birthday earrings, the graduation necklace--when people buy my jewelry for these occasions, I get a chance to share in their joy and create a piece that will hold memories they can cherish for years to come.“

These scrumptious pieces are within reach- they are affordable and they are the timeless staple pieces that amplify your look - not distract from it! Visit Little Hill Jewelry at :  http://www.littlehilljewelry.com 

You will find a seemingly limitless variety of necklaces, rings, earrings and bracelets designed to accentuate the beauty of your bone structure and set off the sparkle against your skin.

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I only wish these photos could capture the highlight and gorgeous detail of Raven Boutique’s timeless work of beauty. This gorgeous Peacock & Black Hackle Feather Fascinator channels the romance and lush elegance of the 1920′s in The Hamptons - mid summer - think: Daisy in The Great Gatsby! This gorgeous little fascinator is perfect for every season, but I am heading East soon, and I plan to wear my flapper cut black lace overlay dress with this lovely adornment in my 1920′s style hair. Yes, this has been my summer of channeling Daisy. All items 1920′s are on my radar and on my wish list!

A member of The rtisan Group, Raven Boutique gifted these darling fascinators to the GBK Pre MTV Movie Awards Gifting Suite. Guests were abuzz about these fun and classy little stunners. The craftsmanship is fine quality and these are simply well done little masterpieces that originate any gal’s look. $40.00 is a steal for such a fine piece - this fascinator, if you treat it well, will last into generations to come!

“Featuring Raven Black hackle Feathers, sparkling rhinestones and an Iridescent Turquoise Green-Blue Peacock sword - which is believed by many to be the harbinger of good luck, this headpiece is perfect for any costume, wedding, photography session or everyday event!~Approximately 6.5"W and is attached to an Alligator Clip. “

If this fascinator does not grab your fancy like it does for me, check out the site. There are a number of original designs in a variety of colors, moods, and looks. There are even some beauties made especially with your child in mind. Handmade in Peoria, Illinois, you know that when you purchase  Raven Boutique adornment, you are purchasing unsurpassable, impeccable good quality.

Go to: https://www.etsy.com/shop/RavenBoutiqueLLC?ref=l2-shopheader-name

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No other sentiment is understood as more heartfelt and meaningful than the written word on a piece of signature stationary. This stationary is a class act. Fiona Designs describes your good taste with simple, clean lines and expert design. The stationary’s chief designer hails from Stamford, CT., and her designs are clearly inspired by the reverence for clean, concise simplicity of the yankee mentality.

Dinosaurs, palm trees, and sailboats grace, though classic objects of universal understanding, are recreated with a modern flair and splash of friendly color. These writing papers give the impression that the receiver of your special message is a cut above the rest and deserving of a thoughtful and colorful note personalized with your words and musings.

Fiona Designs, a member of The Artisan Group, gifted MTV Movie Awards guests and recipients with this stationary pictured above, but there are so many other collections available with this tasteful flair, “ Personalized Stationery, Dog Silhouette Stationary, Christmas Cards, Holiday Cards, Animal Note Cards, Boxed Notes, Thank You Cards, Custom Stationery, Personalized Notepads, Memo pads and Greeting Cards,” are all available on the company site.

“The stationery sets predominately feature original silhouettes illustrated and designed by me. These silhouettes range from various objects such as shoes, helicopters, musical instruments, watering cans and tricycles to animals, birds, bees, dogs and even dinosaurs,” states company’s designer and owner, Fiona Rhode.                        

Visit: https://www.etsy.com/shop/fionadesigns/about?ref=announce to purchase your own special note cards, invitations, baby announcements, wedding invites and more. Fiona specializes in custom designs, so if you have a special vision, let Fiona put it onto high quality paper for you! If you want to Subscribe to Fiona Designs newsletter, you can receive a 10% off coupon code to use on your order at the following link:  http://eepurl.com/z2dCf.

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I am now living in the House of Matriarch, Seattle...Well, so to speak. Up until recently, you could always find me on Bond Street (perfume, that is). I’ve never been one to wear the popular scent or simple sweet scents - I’ve always loved the exotic scent that is difficult for a person to identify - and works with my chemistry to leave a warm, enticing, spellbinding signature for those close enough (for those that matter most).

A member of The Artisan Group, Matriarch Seattle popped up in my Artisan Group Gift Bag from the GBK Pre MTV Movie Awards Gifting Suite, and I am so happy this exciting new perfumer is now on my radar. I kid you not - this is serious stuff, and not for the Love’s Baby Soft crowd. If you are not into mainstream scents and want a scent that is as unique as you are, this is your new go to - And...Lucky for me, these very expensive smelling perfumes are easy on my wallet (unlike Bond St).

Let me walk you through the three scents I was give to sample. They are part of the “Red Carpet Collection,” and quite frankly, I think I will purchase all three again. I really only wore one scent, every day, as my signature, but each of this collection makes me think: variations on a theme.

Forbidden, (pictured left), retails  at $24.00 and on the site, it is described as: “ Forbidden begins with a bold absinthe and damiana opening, then sweetly drops into an intoxicating heart accord of tuberose, wild mushroom and cypriol.  A smooth finish of precious woods, snake leather and sweet baked earth complete this long-lasting unisex perfume experience.  Extravagant, sexy and unlike anything else in the world. “ When I wear Forbidden, I feel like I am in a beautiful and strange land, think, Lawrence of Arabia sexy.

That’s another thing: None of these scents are masculine or feminine. They truly rely on what speaks to your chemistry.

Coco Blanc, (pictured center), $24.00, is likely my favorite right now. For me, it is sexy Upper West Side, Manhattan - think a summer twilight stroll through Central Park, after dinner at Tavern On The Green. The site explains it more accurately, of course, “Dubbed the  "Gourmand Gold Standard", Coco Blanc, (our white chocolate perfume) was designed for the Taste TV Artisan Fragrance Salon, the hub of the West Coast indie fragrance movement. Critics and fans were wowed at the show and Coco Blanc won a gold medal.  You don't need to be a fan of exotic niche fragrances to enjoy this perfume, it is a universally loved accord of the highest quality noble materials which are very appealing to almost everyone.  Not overly sweet like mainstream gourmands, Coco Blanc is exceptionally long lasting on the skin and perfectly unisex in the dry down.”

“NOTES:  Sandalwood absolute, massoia lactone*, our exclusive boutique distilled Hawaiian vanilla, chai spices, butter, special reserve vintage musk“

Bohemian Black (pictured right) $24.00. If you are feeling mysterious, or perhaps, just very punk rock ( I think of an evening on St. Mark’s Place, back when CBGB, Continental, and Coney Island High were enjoying their heyday), this scent is JUST FOR YOU! Bohemian Black is so freaking rockstar and free spirit. “Bohemian Black expresses the essence of non-linear fragrance composition and affirms once again that Nature is the ultimate luxury. House recipe limoncello spirits, consciousness-altering herbal tinctures, honeyed white blossoms (organic Colombian gardenia, Tahitian tiare, boutique distilled Italian honeysuckle, night blooming jasmine), salty choya trio, aged noble resins (Omani frankincense, Siam benzoin), sacred woods (Mysore sandal, Buddha wood, agarwood) and Matriarch's house blend of effervescent amber. “

The beauty of all of these perfumes is that they are all 100% natural and vegan. I have terrible skin allergies and have to be very careful about what goes onto any part of my skin, and these perfumes do not cause any irritation - and they will not damage my organs and upper respiratory system.

I urge you to try just one of these scents. If you aren’t a “Red Carpet” type, there are so many other scents and palettes to choose from. Matriarch is even developing a scent for workouts to help you to get more out of your workout! It’s called Fitnessence.

You really owe it to yourself to check House of Matriarch out. These scents are gorgeous and tempting. 

Go to: http://www.matriarch.biz/

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Five Souls Designs has my heart...And soul...

Years back, my bestie moved to Spain. A very talented artist, she had an eye for the unique and exotically appealing. One birthday, she sent me a pair of earrings made by a woman in Majorca. They were my favorites - they were made from paper and their look was much like these. I still wear them to Fashion Week and special events - and they are over 10 years old. They’ve danced in the rain, gone for a swim (by accident) and taken a lot of sun, and yet...Just as they were the day I received.

These earrings are just the ticket - fun, eco conscious, eye catching, and like nothing you will see anywhere else! They are fashionable and beckon the curious to ask, “where did you get those? “

Five Souls Designs is a member of The Artisan Group, and this Spring, these earrings became the talk of the trendies visiting the GBK Pre-MTV Movie Awards Gifting Suite. Their unique look, whimsical colors and inspirational notations took their place on the ears of celebrities and Hollywood stylists - It’s so cool to be in step with fashion and show your support of sustainability!

These paper earrings are all one of a kind. No two sets are the same, and for this reason, you are truly wearing a genuine piece of art when you don these lovely pieces. These earrings range from $65.00 to $90.00, the price of a specially crafted piece of original art.

Five Souls Designs offers more than earrings - there are engraved bracelets (one of my favorites is the Serenity Prayer cuff $49.00). Crystal and gemstone jewelry, specially engraved keychains, personalized jewelry, and incredibly gorgeous medical alert jewelry (it’s about time someone made a beautiful, wearable piece of medic alert jewelry!).

Go to http://fivesoulsdesigns.com/collections/ to find your special, one of a kind, hand crafted piece - perfect for you, the amazing person in your life, and the one you love....

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Hell, yes, this jewelry has a very important place in my jewelry box, and on my person, as I glide through fashion week after fashion week. My friends are constantly asking me about the necklace I am wearing, and I respond, “Camo Ammo, Baby.” This jewelry is badass and it is one of a kind - meant for the person who likes to make a statement with no apologies.

Camo - Ammo, a member of The Artisan Group, has been a favorite staple piece of countless celebrities who have stepped through the gifting suites in Hollywood for a number of years. Most recently, the MTV Pre Movie Awards Gifting Suite 2015, marked a number of award recipients and nominees stepping out with their fun and statement worthy pendants from Camo Ammo!

This pendant, in particular, is the  Antique 12 Gauge Brass Shotgun Shell Necklace Western Winchester,and it retails for a cool $29.95. Some of these casings date back to the early 1920′s and 1930′s! Vintage and rock and roll all in one lovely little brass pendant that wraps around the neck in a gorgeous and unique twist. Mine was a western stamp, but you can also get one in a winchester stamp, so pick your poison, baby!

If the necklace is not your fancy, you can choose from a number of different designs, including earrings, bracelets, cuffs, watches, and sets. There is a large variety of jewelry to choose from, including a whole collection of mens’ jewelry designs.

I love the way this necklace looks with my plunging summer necklines and lightly tanned skin. It attracts attention wherever I go and starts the most amazing conversations - Wear one of these gorgeously crafted pieces, andget ready for a night of exciting conversation with people you know and love as well as those whohave yet to enter your circles.

Go to: http://www.camo-ammo.com to see for yourself how beautiful these vintage casings can be - and how dangerously corgeous they will look on  your body - and the bodies of those you love!

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Hope Anchored Designs is here to enrich your coastal summertime look with designs that work for her and for him. I love this. One for you and one for your love! A member of The Artisan Group, these bracelets were gifted to celebrity guests of the GBK Pre MTV Movie Awards Gifting Suite and they are incredibly popular amongst the trendy set.

The Navy Agate Bro-celet pictured above near the shell, features faceted agate beads, 18K gold plated nuggets & has an adjustable macrame closure to fit any wrist - He will love how hot it looks, and he will appreciate that this is a finely crafted accessory made of organic materials. This is a $45.00 bracelet and the materials and craftsmanship reflect the fine quality that he deserves. This is th perfect gift to give him, as he graduates and moves into the summer and a future filled with hope. Remind him to stay anchored in his dreams, goals, and aspirations.

The Druzy Wrap Bracelet pictured above, on the starfish, is a unique and finely crafted piece. Remember, Druzy and many of the gemstones Hope Anchored uses is one of a kind, so no two stones are alike. While Hope Anchored strives to keep a consistency to each piece, your Druzy Wrap bracelet  will be just a tad different from the next or the one pictured. “This Coachella-Inspired Bohemian Wrap Bracelet features a one-of-a-kind Druzy with a 24k Gold Overlay.  Measuring 22" long, this bracelet is made to wrap your wrist 3 times, with a macrame adjustable closure.”

The Druzy Wrap retails for $65.00, but again, you are paying for masterful quality. Do not be fooled by the carefree look of these perfect for summer, sail, and sea bracelets - these are made of the finest quality materials and each piece is created by hand (in Raleigh, North Carolina, to be exact!).This is the quality gift that a new grad deserves - or a maid of honor helping you out with your summertime beach nautically themed wedding!

I was raised on my parents’ marina, sailing, rowing, swimming, and surfing. This jewelry really speaks to me, and my childhood lifestyle - the grown up version of my turk’s head bracelet or the more sophisticated look of my young nautical style.

Check out Hope Anchored Designs at: http://www.hopeanchoreddesigns.com

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In the age of baby soft feet being a premium desire for most men and women, we have all gone a little crazy with pedi eggs and buffers that scrape the skin right off your feet, often leaving you with pain and discomfort.

Many of us just want a simple, refreshing and natural revitalizing foot treatment that will get our feet looking tip top for those strappy sandals - and put the pep back into our step!

This cranberry seed and pumice foot scrub by The Lost Arts is all that soft skin goodness and a spa treatment in a simple jar of all natural pampering pumice crystals. Simple? Well, not so much. The Lost Arts, known for their all natural highly moisturizing artisan soaps, has now branched out into creating allergen free, all natural exfoliating scrubs! The soaps and the scrubs walk hand in hand together - getting our skin up to snuff for those summer days and nights of bare feet and bare shoulders.

This cranberry seed pumice is made from pumice, cranberry seeds, and epsom salts...And the best part? A dash of peppermint oil to awaken and energize the senses. This is the perfect foot scrub to use after a long day on the sore feet.

Best part is that it is not only very effective, but very easy to use,” Simply apply the product to damp or wet feet, or mix with a small amount of water to create a paste.“

A 7.5 oz jar of scrub is only $10.00, so I advise grabbing one of these incredible artisan moisturizing soaps while you are at the site.

A member of the Artisan Group, and no stranger to the world of celebrity favorites, The Lost Arts is a one-woman business owned by soap artist Karin Collins. “Upon leaving the world of software engineering to raise her two children, Master Herbalist Karin Collins knew it was time to embrace her creative side. Limited only by her imagination, she began to dabble in soap making and, in 2005, formed her company, The Lost Arts.Armed with the knowledge that smell is the most powerful of our senses, Karin marries the olfactory with the visual to create soaps that evoke strong emotional responses. Her novel and intriguing soaps are regarded as works of art, a testament to her vision.“

All of the soaps are “long-lasting, paraben- and phthalate-free, and come in an endless array of shapes, colors, and fragrances“ and they are priced within reach for everybody!

If you aren’t lucky enough to purchase these products at most Georgia Farmers Markets, shops, and fairs (Yes, these are all made in the USA), make it easy on yourself and head over to the website to check out these amazing gift quality items: http://the-lost-arts.com/

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J McConkey Photography, a member of The Artisan Group, creates the most awe inspiring imagery and makes it available to all of us, to showcase on our walls, with pride - to inspire an emotion, evoke a theme, and color our landscape with beauty and creativity.

World famous photographer, Jude McConckey has graced the covers of many magazines and publications, and now you can have your very own original print to hang in your own home.

Jude offers a selection of sizes and prices most commonly start at $35.00 - a great price for fine art for your home!

Go to: https://www.etsy.com/shop/judeMcConkeyPhotos# to see the gracious selection of landscape photography that will awaken your senses and inspire your decorative sense of creativity!

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I had to post this image of Virago Nail Varnish on my beloved sea shell so you can see how true to the bottle these colors really are! This is one coat of Virago - and it dries fast! does this make you want to color up your gorgeous fingers and toes and run to the beach in your favorite flip flops? It does  just that to me! I painted up my toenails, but I don’t want to freak you out with my oddly shaped feet on close up, and I ran down to the shore in my favorite mermaid bathing suit! Yes, this polish makes me feel like a seaside ocean princess. Perfect for the summer...sand....sea..surf...suntan.

Virago Varnish is made in the place where these people know what works in sunny beautiful climates - on the beach, in the sand, driving through the beachside towns with the top down and surfboard out the back...Sunny California! They know the colors that work and the formulations that keep us all safe and healthy....

“   Virago Varnish is unique and premium artisan nail lacquer. All of our nail lacquers are "5-Free" which means they do not contain dibutyl phthalate (DBP) or formaldehyde resins. Virago Varnish is independently owned and operated in Southern California. Each bottle of lacquer is hand-crafted, bottled, and shipped by myself, Adrienne. All shades pass color, formulation, quality, and stain prevention tests before they are distributed. In doing so, allows us to provide our customers with premium and quality nail lacquers. We do not test our products on animals. “

There are a vast number of colors to choose from and the prices are just right - ranging from $8.00 to $13.00. You can even get a trio set for $24.50!

Check out this gorgeous color palette at: http://www.viragovarnish.com/products