Review and Giveaway of CoverYourHair.com by Sarah Radford

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Review by Sarah Radford

These stylish hats are available at CoverYourHair.com

A Suave Cap

Features:

*One size fits all

*Tie on the side for extra style

*Perfect for most outfits

*Available in Navy, Gray, White, or Black

Was $14.99

Sale $11.99

Click here to purchase this hat now

Shop online

Call 866.352.8194

As you shop the site, you will see there are many different styles to choose from.

From headbands to hats to bandanas they have it all!

All of their items are extremely affordable and versatile.

Click here to read some of their customer testimonials

Thank you for reading!

All the very best,

Sarah Radford

CEO/Designer

Chic Gems Couture Jewelry

Designer Jewelry for Professional Women, Brides, and Bridesmaids

New Press-ShoppingByMail.com featured Chic Gems, etc. Jewelry as Editor's Pick!

Click here to visit ShoppingByMail.com's article on Chic Gems Jewelry

There's nothing like a princess-length pearl necklace to make you feel like a lady.
Chic Gems, etc. puts a modern spin on classic pearls with the Chic Pearl Necklace.

The Chic Pearl Necklace features gorgeous

16mm glass pearls,

silver rondelles and a silver flower toggle.

The princess length is 18"

but this necklace is available in other lengths and colors, too.

The Chic Pearl Necklace looks great with plunging necklines and more conservative cuts, as well as dressy and casual outfits.

Who wouldn't feel like Audrey Hepburn in these pearls?
This necklace is available in bronze, smoke, oyster, lilac, and bright purple

a color for every personality and style.

Even better, you can get matching earrings and bracelets

from Chic Gems, Etc.

ShoppingByMail readers can enter discount code:

shopping for 20% off any online purchase

at Chic Gems, etc.

All the very best,

Sarah Radford

Designer

Chic Gems, etc.

Designer Jewelry for Professional Women

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Meet Jenny from Evlove Intimates. Review by Sarah Radford, Chic Gems, etc.

http://www.evloveintimates.com/

Interview with Jenny Dombroski of Evlove Intimates
I have had the pleasure of knowing Jenny D for over a year. She is an inspiration to all women who desire to own their own business.
Here's her story:

How did you get into underwear design? And at what age did you encounter your interest in designing underwear?

I’ve always been in love with lingerie. Every woman has their indulgence whether its handbags, shoes, jewelry…mine was always pretty little underthings. I never imagined myself designing and in fact initially wanted to open my own store selling other designers wares. After researching the market here in Chicago, I discovered that there were many fantastic boutiques already, so it seemed pretty risky to open up shop in a traditional manner. The custom design aspect was an opportunity for me to have fun with lingerie in an innovative way, to offer a creative and intimate experience along with a great quality product. Giving my customers the ability to design their own lingerie is truly what differentiates Evlove from everything else in the marketplace.

Let’s talk about your design. What do you think is the most important element?

There are really two very important elements in my design – comfort and beauty. As a consumer of lingerie and intimate apparel, I found that there was this underserved niche of product lines that offered something luxurious in addition to being pretty. When I became the designer I knew I didn’t want women to have to choose between being comfortable and feeling sexy, so the fabrics I use are soft-against-your-skin and stretchy to hug your body and the embellishments allow you to add that touch of elegance. The best part is that because you can design it yourself, you can choose the look that’s most unique to your personal style.

What was your best experience as a designer?

My best experience as a designer has been getting to watch my product come to life at the lingerie parties. I’ve been invited into the homes of women who are celebrating a bride, a girlfriend, or just their friendships and have been amazed at the combinations of color and style these gals have come up with. There’s nothing more rewarding than people having fun with your brand and loving your product.

What are you working on right now?

I’ve been pleasantly surprised at the incredible demand for the custom lingerie parties all over the country, so I’m feverishly working on getting training in place for hiring lingerie stylists. Women are looking for unique ideas for the bachelorette parties, bridal showers and birthday parties they’re in charge of planning and I’m always disappointed when geography gets in the way of helping them. I’m expanding locally right now and will soon be working on other cities where I’ve received the most requests.

Who would you say has been the most influential person in your life?

My family has collectively been a source of inspiration – they truly are my biggest cheerleaders and from the very start have always believed I could accomplish anything I set my heart and mind to. I also get constant inspiration from numerous women entrepreneurs in my network. Their stories, challenges and triumphs keep me motivated and focused.


Could you tell us what does your average day entail?

An average day for me usually starts with a 6am workout and then I create a to-do list for the day starting with the things that require the most brain power first. Alongside those items are my goals or intentions I have for accomplishing those things, sort of like a “what” and a “why” list. It’s really important that I have this list so I can start out my day in a positive way. The rest of my day is usually shuffled between answering emails, assembling online orders, taking lingerie party requests, picking up/dropping off orders, responding to press/marketing inquiries….. I’m still a one-woman show so I wear many hats!!

Do you have any current fashion obsessions?

I’m really in love with many of the fashion designers I’m seeing develop here in Chicago.
Chic Gems for jewelry, Kate Boggiano has great shirts…and a great find for multiple designers is a sample/overstock boutique here called Beta Boutique.


Who is your customer and how do they find you?

My customer is typically between the ages of 20 – 40, but I’ve definitely deviated from that. Age is not so much what defines my customer, it’s more her sophistication and desire for something unique or exclusive. She’s someone who’s looking for a great shopping experience in addition to a great product. They’ve found me mostly through word-of-mouth, but also searching online.

Favorite place to see art?

Chicago has so many great art galleries and museums, but my favorite destination spot is the Around the Coyote Gallery. I’ve seen some of the best emerging artists there and it includes not only visual arts but theatre, dance, and poetry.

Would you like to add anything for the Japanese fans?

Evlove has an interactive, online design studio where you can experience the fun of designing your own lingerie right from your computer! I haven’t yet expanded internationally but if I knew I had some Japanese fans, I’d be very excited to make Japan the very first offering!

Thanks Jenny!
We look forward to designing our own pretty lingerie!

All the very best!
Sarah Radford
Designer
Chic Gems, etc.
Designer Jewelry for Professional Women

Chic Gems, etc. Pearls Now Available in 4 Fashionable Lengths!

NEW!!! from Chic Gems
Choose your Pearl Length
Princess, Matinee, Opera, or Rope

Through the years the most stylish of women have been seen wearing amazing strands of large pearls~ Audrey Hepburn, Coco Chanel, & Grace Kelly to name a few.
This season large pearls, big baubles, and statement jewelry are the key elements for a stylish season.
Chic Gems, etc. is pleased to offer 4 choices of Pearl Lengths.
Choose from Princess (18"), Matinee (24"), Opera (34"),
or Rope (40").

A modern twist on your classic pearls. From jeans to black tie, these glass pearls from Chic Gems, etc. are sure to be an excellent addition to your wardrobe this season. The Princess length (18") is the most common length of pearl necklaces. It complements crew necks as well as plunging neck lines.

Don't forget about our new referral program! Simply go online and click to tell some friends about Chic Gems Jewelry. You can choose to receive any pair of earrings, FREE.
No limit to how many FREE earrings you can receive.
(Refer 30 friends, get 3 pairs of FREE earrings)
You are sure to be the envy of your friends with Chic Gems Jewelry.
Click here to check out our events page for upcoming shows in your area.
Let us know if you would like to host your own Chic Gems Jewelry Party.
What could be a better Girl's Night Out?
Click Here to Apply.

All the very best!
Sarah Radford
Designer
Chic Gems, etc.
Designer Jewelry for Professional Women

Shop online and save 25% on the entire
Chic Gems Collection.
Use Coupon Code Pearls during checkout to receive your discount.
Shop online at http://www.chicgemsetc.com/ or call to place your order by phone 888.801.8265.
Offer Expires: October 24th at midnight.
Cannot be used at stores that carry Chic Gems, cannot be applied to previous purchases, no cash value.

Check out My Scoop

We discovered My Scoop and wanted to give you the "the scoop" on it!

What started a little over a year ago as a small-time style blog, has turned into an enterprise that now brings in over 339,000 viewers a month. With over 7 years magazine publishing experience, entrepreneur Amy Lemley Bailey had always said that the South needs its own style magazine, and with the way the world is going, it only made sense to start a fashion webzine.After seeking the advice of several notable online entrepreneurs and magazine experts before starting the webzine My Scoop www.myscoop.us, Bailey is not surprised it has such an incredibly responsive audience and believes this is just the beginning for My Scoop. “People not only love My Scoop, but use the term addicted to describe their passion for My Scoop,” Bailey says. “I am so proud to be providing such a fashionable media outlet for Southern fashionistas that elevates the style and sophistication of our region.”My Scoop strives to highlight the chic living in the South. And it is working! With a growth rate of 42%, My Scoop is looking beyond the present to their possibilities in the future. “We are getting ready for expansion,” says Jessica Vance, My Scoop’s Marketing Director. “We have had demand from Nashville, Charlotte, Savannah, and the Gulf Coast. We just want to make sure we provide the region with the most up to date, in-the- know information on living stylishly in the South.”Well, mission accomplished. My Scoop sales revenue for 2008 averages $15,000 a month. In addition, with successful events like their “Sex and the City Preview Party” at Saks Fifth Avenue this past May, My Scoop is able to bring the webzine to life. There were over 300 guests who enjoyed the posh event with catering from Whole Foods, drinks from Skyy Vodka, and designer giveaways from Nanette Lepore, Rebecca Taylor, Elie Tahari, Juicy Couture and more.“You can expect sophisticated, cutting edge and fun headlines daily on My Scoop as well as bimonthly e-blasts,” says Vance.

Girls Don't Spread Gossip They Spread the News

In anticipation for the upcoming season of Gossip Girl here are some of our favorite fashion moments!

Blair Woodruff and Serena van der Woodsen are making a statement with their dresses that are complemented by their handbags. You can find Serena's eye-catching handbag at Chanel. You can make a statement too by matching from head-to-toe like Blair or mixing it up a la Serena. Accessorize your outfits with classic pearls or big gems!



Look for these fashions and you could have the head-to-toe look of a gossip girl for back to school.



What's your gossip?

"Girl's don't spread gossip, we spread the news" quote by Always a Girl's Girl

Upcoming Events with Chic Gems, etc. Jewelry

Saturday, July 26th, 2008 –Sunday, July 27th, 2008 11am-7pm
Trunk Show at Malabar Boutique-1880 N Damen Ave Chicago, IL
Join us for a Chic Gems, etc. Trunk Show at Malabar Boutique.
Enjoy special discounts during the Summer side walk sale on Damen Ave.
Find the latest gems from Chic Gems, etc. jewelry and meet the designer, Sarah Radford.


Wednesday, August 6th, 2008 3:30-8pm
Girl's Night Out Party at Red 7 Salon-210 W Kinzie Floor 2 Chicago, IL
Enjoy Girl's Night Out at Red 7 Salon with champagne, complimentary Aveda Rosemary Mint hand treatments, and shop the newest jewelry from Chic Gems, etc. to complete your summer look.
Truffle tasting by Katherine Anne Confections.
http://www.katherine-anne.com/
Enjoy 10% off all jewelry during the event.
Try out a new look from Red 7 Salon while you're here.
Event is open to the public. http://www.red7salon.com/ 312.644.7337
Red 7 Salon has been rated one of the top 200 salons in the U.S. in 2008.


Thursday, August 21st, 2008 6-9pm
Aniko GLAM Chicago at Aniko Salon and Spa-1109 S Wabash Chicago, IL 60605
Join the Aniko Salon stylist team while they glamorize models with hair design and makeup and are fully transformed with body painting. Enjoy cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, live music, red carpet with photo ops, boutique vendors, complimentary glam bags filled with our sponsor¹s gifts and a post-party. 10% of all membership sales, gift certificate sales and services booked atthe event will be donated to the Chicago Fashion Foundation.
Shop Chic Gems, etc. Jewelry and meet the designer.
The mission of the Chicago Fashion Foundation (CFF), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, is to provide academic scholarships to Chicago-area college students majoring in fashion related studies and coordinate educational programs for the Chicago fashion community. CFF's goal is to maintain and develop the fashion industry in Chicago through an annual scholarship competition, yearly fundraiser, continuous professional networking events, and mentoring programs.


Saturday, August 23rd, 2008 –Sunday, August 24th, 2008 12pm-11pm
Shop Chic Gems, etc. Jewelry at the Taste of Greece
Halsted Street Between Monroe-VanBuren Chicago, IL
Join us for a celebration of Greek heritage includes food from area restaurants, live music on two stages (5 p.m.), beer and wine, dancing, games and more. With nightly performances by the Macedonian Dance Troupe and Orpheus Dancing Group.
Shop the newest jewelry by Chic Gems, etc. to compliment your fall wardrobe. Meet the designer, Sarah Radford.
We will be featured with Lucky Day Boutique. http://www.luckydayboutique.com/
Free admission, open to the public. Questions? Call 847.509.8050

What's your bag?

Bag by Aridza Bross Marie

We found these bags at http://www.bessandloie.com/

Bag by Hayden Harnett Mercer

Make a statement with these colorful bags.

Pair with your favorite 7 for all mankind jeans, tank, sharp stilletos, and accessories.

Tell us about your favorite handbags for the summer! Post some pics.

Tomorrow, what's in your bag?