Get Pampered at Pia Esthetics and Shop Chic Gems-Tampa

Chic Gems will be featured at Pia Esthetics
Tuesday June 15th from 6pm-9pm
20% of all sales will be donated from Chic Gems
All proceeds of services at Pia will be donated

Please join the ladies of High Hopes in High Heels to benefit the Kids Charity of Tampa Bay and Center for Women.

We hope to see you there.
Tickets are $10 at the door.

All the very best,
Sarah Radford
CEO/Designer
Chic Gems Couture
Designer Jewelry for Professional Women

The T-Shirt to Prove It, by Sherry Sexton, a Story about 25 Women Entreprenuers

I am pleased to announce that my friend Sherry Sexton has launched her book,

The T-Shirt to Prove it!

I have had the pleasure of knowing Sherry since January 2010. She was one of the first people I met when I moved to Tampa from Chicago. From the moment I met Sherry, I knew she was going to BIG places. She is someone who will always go the extra mile and genuinely cares about her clients and friends. As an Entrepreneur, I loved the concept of Sherry's book from the moment I heard about it. She has some outstanding stories of amazing women.

Click here to meet these 25 women!

I have had a sneak peak at her book and will soon have my own (autographed) copy!

Here are Sherry's own words about why she wrote this book:

"My purpose in writing this book was to inspire other women by sharing the challenges, adversities, and success of other amazing women entrepreneurs. So if you have ever dreamt of owning your own business but for some reason, never took the leap of faith or if you are a woman entrepreneur who would love additional support in any stage of business-affirming that you are not alone, this is the book for you! If that small voice inside your head keeps saying, "If only I could..." or "Someday I would love to..." then this book will motivate you to take action and live the life you have imagined."

~Sherry Sexton, author of The T-shirt to Prove it!

Sherry's book is now available on Amazon.com.

Be sure to get your copy today!

Click here to visit Sherry's website.

All the best,

Sarah Radford

CEO/Designer

Chic Gems Jewelry

Designer Jewelry for Professional Women

Discover the Chic Gems Candy Collection

Chic Gems Large Candy Bracelet

Shown in Ginger

Chic Gems Large Candy Necklace

Shown in Green Grape

Sarah Radford, CEO/Designer of Chic Gems
Wearing the Chic Gems Candy Necklace in Pink Grapefruit

Photography by Loving Legacy Photography-Angela Sackett

Hi Everyone,

I am Sarah Radford, the CEO/Designer of Chic Gems Jewelry.

I have been always had a passion for fashion.

I began Chic Gems as a side project in 2002 while I was in medical sales.

I design my line to work well into any wardrobe, from a day at the office to a night on the town.

The Chic Gems Candy Collection is my playful and modern version of pearls & baubles.

Enjoy many colors to choose from, including Blue Raspberry, Plum, Green Grape, Ginger, and Pomegranate.

I was recently excited to discover that Chicago's First Lady Maggie Daley was seen wearing the Chic Gems Candy Necklace in Plum.

Click here to see the video of Maggie Daley in Chic Gems

Thank you for reading!

As a special thank you, please feel free to use the code BLOGGER, during checkout at Chic Gems Jewelry to save 20% off your entire order until 6/20/10.

All the best,

Sarah Radford

CEO/Designer

Chic Gems Jewelry

Designer Jewelry for Professional Women

Chic Gems Jewelry will be featured at the Tampa Bay Bridal Showcase

When:

Sunday, June 6th, 2010
12pm-4pm

Where:
Wyndham Hotel
700 N Westshore Drive
Tampa, FL 33609

Chic Gems Couture is pleased to be part of the 4th Annual Tampa Bridal Showcase.

We offer a selection of bridal and bridesmaid jewlery that is stylish and affordable.

Our lovely gems will be paired with beautiful wedding gowns by designer

Vicky Anglo of Anglo Couture.

Planning a wedding?
Don't do ANYTHING before visiting our show.

We'll have new products & services from the best wedding professionals in the area, complimentary champagne and wine, fresh ideas, great food, the latest fashion, amazing decor ideas, gifts & prizes galore, and much more!

Don't miss the FREE HONEYMOON giveaway.

Show Date: June 6, 2010
12pm-4pm
The Wyndham Hotel, Tampa

Free admission when you RSVP online (ends on Saturday before the show) or $5 at door

Chic Gems Gal Profile: Meet Sherry Sexton of Imagine Coaching

Chic Gems Gals Profile
Meet Sherry Sexton, Owner of Imagine Coaching

Sherry is modeling the Chic Gems Triple Floating Pearl Necklace and the Glamour Pearl Earrings in Bronze.

Photography by Angela Sackett, Owner of Loving Legacy Photography

Couture Comes to Your City-Oldsmar, FL

Couture Comes to Your City

Flamestone Grill

4009 Tampa Road

Oldsmar, FL

May 27th, 28th, 29th from 5:30pm-9:00pm

Red Carpet Premier

Join us for a couture girl's night out and shopping party in celebration of

The Sex and The City 2 Movie Premier

Shop the latest affordable accessory summer collections from:

Chic Gems Couture Jewelry - meet designer Sarah Radford

Dolce Jewelry Designs-exclusive trendy jewelry designs

Tracy Zych Handbags, exclusive designer handbags from NYC

Enjoy delicious appetizers, make-up, and $3.00 Van Gogh Cosmos

This event is open to the public and FREE to attend

We look forward to seeing you there.

All the very best,

Sarah Radford

CEO/Designer

Chic Gems Couture Jewelry

Designer Jewelry for Professional Women

Be Chic at Work with Jewelry by Chic Gems

My name is Sarah Radford and I am the Founder and Designer of Chic Gems Jewelry

Above: Sarah Radford of Chic Gems

Our beautiful Chic Gems Model....Looking amazing for a day at the office.

I began Chic Gems as a side project in 2002, while working in medical sales in Chicago.

I thought suits were boring without the appropriate accessories, hence a trip to the bead shop after learning first hand from my aunt how to construct these fantastic, head turning pieces...

A little background...

I have always had a love for fashion since I was a very young girl. Showing off my newest dress at pre-school is one of my earliest memories, in addition to playing "stylist" for my Barbies.

Over the years, I have worked with major retailers such as Express, Judith Rikpa Jewelry, and BCBG Max Azria.

I always loved fashion, but thought I needed a more serious career. I took a detour from my love of fashion and spent almost 6 years in medical sales.

I eventually got back to my passion-FASHION!

I experienced a corporate shake-up in 2006 that propelled me onto the path of entrepreneurship. Naturally I pursued my love of accessories AND fashion.

I design my collection based on several key points:

1. Everyday Style

2. Practicality

3. Affordability

4. Eye catching statement pieces

My conclusion:

I believe you should choose jewelry that compliments your personal style. if you like conservative clothing, go with traditional jewelry such as pearls and crystals. If you like to look fashion forward choose one of my couture pieces to spice up your new outfit.

I believe that my collection, Chic Gems, offers the perfect accessory that transitions from a day at the office to a night on the town.

As a special for reading my blog, enjoy 20% off any order at Chic Gems (online only) by using the code BLOGGER at checkout. Offer expires 5/30/10.

You may also call me at 888.801.8265 to place your order by phone.

Thank you for reading!

Have a fashionable day!

All the very best,

Sarah Radford

CEO/Designer

Chic Gems Jewelry

Designer Jewelry for Professional Women

Photo Credits:

Jewelry by Chic Gems

Wardrobe provided by Malabar Collection

Photography by Ken Stachnik

Styling by Ruben Lopez and Brandy Flint

Make-up by Cynthia Chea and Jessica Rodriguez

Hair by Miguel Martinez