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Chic Gems Hosts Online Trunk Show to Benefit My Hope Chest

2010-02-11T03:41:00Z

For Immediate Release:
February 10, 2010
Contact: Sarah Radford (312) 602-2561
SarahatChicGemsEtc.com

Chic Gems Hosts Online Trunk Show to Benefit My Hope Chest

February 10, 2010: Sarah Radford of Chic Gems, Etc. will be hosting a continuous online trunk show to benefit My Hope Chest, www.myhopechest.org, beginning today.

Sarah is working with My Hope Chest to raise funding and awareness for those who have survived breast cancer, but cannot afford reconstructive surgery after a mastectomy.

How to shop for the cause: Shoppers can choose from any of the jewelry on Chic Gems site, www.ChicGemsEtc.com, and enter the code MHC while checking out to donate 20% of their purchase to My Hope Chest. As a special thank you, shoppers will also receive 10% off of their total purchase as well. The online trunk show will be continuous as Sarah is an active volunteer with My Hope Chest.

About the My Hope Chest: My Hope Chest was founded by Alisa Savoretti in the fall of 2003. A breast cancer survivor and Las Vegas Showgirl, she was 38 and without insurance at the time of her diagnosis. Billing herself as the “Lop-sided Showgirl” she gained media attention to the cause through a story on the local CBS affiliate when she returned to the Las Vegas stage as a Dancer only 5 months after finishing her chemotherapy- this time however minus one breast. Having to wait for over 2 years, she at last acquired her own reconstruction through the group insurance policy at her job (which cannot deny pre-existing conditions) but realized the huge gap that existed for women suffering like herself.

“I realized how my own self-esteem, confidence and self worth as a woman returned when I could look in the mirror and see my whole physical self once again – it was my healing, a rebirth and a godsend, “ Alisa said about her reconstruction.

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All the very best,
Sarah Radford
Designer
ChicGems Jewelry
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Chic Gems Hosts Online Trunk Show to Benefit The Avon Walk for Breast Cancer

2010-02-09T01:51:00Z

For Immediate Release:
February 8, 2010
Contact: Sarah Radford
(312) 602-2561

Chic Gems Hosts Online Trunk Show to Benefit The Avon Walk for Breast Cancer

Chicago, IL February 8, 2010: Sarah Radford of Chic Gems, Etc. Jewelry will be hosting a continuous online trunk show to benefit The Avon Walk for Breast Cancer and the Team Assassin, beginning today. Click here to visit their fundraising page
Team Assassin has a goal of $40,000 to raise for The Avon Walk that takes place in Chicago on June 5-6, 2010.

Sarah is working with Team Assassin of The Avon Walk to help those afflicted with breast cancer.

How to Shop for the Cause:
Shoppers can choose from any of the jewelry on Chic Gems site, www.ChicGemsEtc.com, and enter the code TEAMA while checking out to donate 20% of their purchase to The Avon Walk-Team Assassin. As a special thank you, shoppers will also receive 10% off of their total purchase as well. The online trunk show will last until May 31, 2010.

About the Avon Walk:
Over two days you will journey 39 miles helping to forever alter the lives of thousands affected by breast cancer worldwide. Together, we will unite with one purpose and one goal - to end this deadly disease.
The money we raise will provide women and men the breast cancer screening, support and treatment they need regardless of their ability to pay, and so that leading-edge research teams across the country can be powered by the funds they need to fuel their quest for a cure - all because of you! Are you In It To End It? Take the first step today.

“This is a great charity that helps so many people and I’m glad to help them raise funding and awareness for this important cause,” Sarah said of helping The Avon Walk, Team Assassin.

Thank you for reading! Please let us know if we can help your organization's fundraising needs.

All the very best,
Sarah Radford
Designer
Chic Gems Jewelry
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Chic Gems Jewelry Spring 2010 Preview

2010-01-22T18:50:00Z

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Chic Gems Spring 2010 Preview

Available online February 1, 2010

Model wearing Chic Gems Couture Flower Pendant Necklace
with matching Glamour Pearl Earrings & Bracelet

Chic Gems Couture Swarovski Crystal Pendant Necklace
Chic Gems Couture Golden SeaShell Necklace

Chic Gems Blue Lace Agate Bracelet

Dear Chic Gems Gals,

We are pleased to announce that Chic Gems Spring 2010 will be available online February 1, 2010! Be the first to wear these chic and affordable gems! Perfect for a day at the office or a night on the town!

Many of the Gems are easily customizable with a simple click of your mouse.

Click here to view our current collection.

We hope you enjoy our new collection!

Stay tuned for the official launch!

Don't forget-we offer group discounts for bridal parties and charities!

All the very best,

Sarah Radford

Designer

Chic Gems Jewelry

Designer Jewelry for Professional Women

Credits:

Photography: Ken Stachnik

Creative Director/Wardrobe Stylist: Ruben Lopez

Make-up: Cynthia Chea & Jessica Sanchez

Hair: Miguel Martinez

Model: Callie

Wardobe: Claudia Kleiner Malabar Collection

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Discover DealADayOnline, Today's Featured Deal is Chic Gems Jewelry

2010-01-21T11:59:00Z

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Meet Melissa Newman, The Founder of DealADayOnline

About Melissa:

Melissa Newman is the Founder and President of DealADayOnline. Melissa was born and raised in Deerfield, IL and attended Emory University for undergrad studying Psychology and Political Science. She received her MBA in Marketing from the University Of Chicago. She spent 12 years in the corporate world doing Marketing/Brand Management at Kraft Foods, Alberto Culver, Wrigley, and Miller Brewing Company. Motivated by her love of Chicago and excited by the power of the Internet and Marketing, Melissa launched DealADayOnline in October, 2009. She loves the city of Chicago and wanted to find a way to make it easier and cheaper to experience all the great things to do, see, shop for in Chicago.

About DealADayOnline:

DealADayOnline is a new, free Chicago website featuring great DEALS every day offered by Chicagoland merchants who want to sell their products or services discounts of 50-85% off regular prices!!! Consumers sign up at no cost at www.DealADayOnline.com

Each of our members receive an email from us each weekday morning with our deal of the day, typically in the form of a discount offered by our featured business. The email contains a promotional write-up about a business, and a full web page advertisement devoted entirely to that business is on our website for 24 hours. When a member buys the deal, the member receives a certificate via email to bring to the merchant. It's just that simple. Be sure to sign up today and starting getting some real deals!

Chic Gems is featured today, January 21, 2010. Happy Shopping!

All the very best,

Sarah Radford

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Chic Gems Gals Profile: Janet of Sutherland Media

2010-01-05T21:12:00Z

Chic Gems Gal Profile:

Meet Janet Sutherland Owner of Sutherland Media

Chicago, IL

Janet modeling Chic Gems Design Your Own Pearl & Crystal Necklace

Janet modeling Chic Gems Couture Purple Quartz Necklace

Hey Chic Gems Gals!

I'd like to introduce you to my friend and fellow entrepreneur Janet Sutherland. Janet is a talented media professional. Allow me to tell you about Janet and why she is someone you should know.

Sutherland Media is owned by Janet Sutherland. Sutherland’s passion has been radio for decades. Her background includes years of radio experience as a bureau chief, reporter and a top tier ad sales rep. Additionally Sutherland has an affiliate sales background which includes the Illinois Radio Network, Westwood One and Air America Media. Janet has affiliated CBS News Networks and has helped launch both Westwood One and Air America Media talk shows such as Rachel Maddow and Montel Williams.

Janet Sutherland’s ten plus years experience in business marketing through newspaper, radio and cable television. Sutherland’s writing background includes developing news stories focusing on education, politics, health and Illinois courts. Sutherland has created and developed special sections in The Chicago Sun Times. Sutherland Media assists local businesses like Chic Gems, Gameplan Entertainment, the Chicago Chapter of the Brain Aneurysm Foundation in their advertising efforts which includes radio,print and internet marketing.

This past year, Sutherland Media has also been instrumental in affiliate syndication of The Ben Ferguson Radio Show, Ross Crystal Showbiz Express and will add a new Beatles Radio Show in 2010.

About Janet: Janet lives in her Kenwood /Hyde Park loft with her corgi Andrew Sutherland. She spends her spare time exercising, gardening and spearheading awareness efforts for the Chicago Chapter of the Brain Aneurysm Foundation. Janet plans to write a book about her near death experience with a brain aneurysm. Janet has authored successful legislation in Illinois and in Ohio to promote brain aneurysm awareness.

Thanks for reading!

Contact Janet:

Janet Sutherland , Sutherland Media

"Success driven talk entertainment radio representation and media consulting"

Office phone (773) 268-6108

Fax # (773) 409-9588

Mobile phone (773) 633-8006

www.Sutherland-Media.com

www.ShowBizExpress.net

All the very best,

Sarah Radford

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Chicago Loop Holiday Shopping Event Featuring Chic Gems and Beijo Handbags

2009-11-30T04:04:00Z

Hey Chic Gem Gals!

Looking for chic gifts for your friends or family? The holidays are right around the corner and this is the perfect time to pick up fabulous gifts on any budget. I would love for you to come out to my holiday shopping event that’s going on in the Chicago Loop!

Join us at 525 W. Van Buren Lobby on December 2nd and 3rd from 8am-2:30pm on Wednesday and 8am-6pm on Thursday.

Enjoy special holiday discounts, up to 70% off, and a free gift with purchase from Chic Gems. Beijo Bags Handbag Specialist, Kathleen Herrebout, will also be at this event. You will discover the perfect handbags to spice up your daily wardrobe from Beijo Bags.

Need one more reason to come? Complimentary gifts with purchase….oooh lala!

Hope to see you there!

All the very best,

Sarah Radford

Designer

Chic Gems, etc.

Designer Jewelry for Professional Women

Holiday Shopping Event with Chic Gems at Aniko Salon & Spa in Chicago

2009-11-30T00:04:00Z

Hey Chic Gem Gals,

Get ready for all your holiday parties with Chic Gems and Aniko Salon & Spa!

Aniko Salon & Spa will be hosting a fantastic shopping event with Chic Gems at Aniko Salon & Spa on December 8th, 14th, & 18th from 1pm-7pm and again on Saturday December 19th from 9am-6pm. This even is open to the public and FREE to attend!

Come get your last minute holiday shopping done at Aniko Salon & Spa! Shop Chic Gems, Etc. and meet the designer Sarah Radford. Chic Gems will be offering exclusive discounts and gifts with purchase for Aniko Salon clients. Additionally, guests will enjoy the "Give & Receive" promotion, spend $100 on Chic Gems and receive a $10 Aniko Salon & Spa gift card for you!

You will discover an array of stylish & affordable fashion jewelry that is perfect to wear at the office or out on the town. Chic Gems offers several Collections to choose from: Bridal, Signature, Design Your Own, and the NEW Couture Collection. There is something for everyone.

Click here to preview Chic Gems

Join us at:
Aniko Salon & Spa
1109 S Wabash Ave
Chicago, IL

All the very best,
Sarah Radford
Designer
Chic Gems, Etc.
Designer Jewelry For Professional Women

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Shop In Chicago at The Drake Hotel with Raymi Productions and Chicago's Top Designers

2009-11-22T15:19:00Z

Hey Chic Gem Gals,

Chic Gems Etc. will be joining Raymi Productions in an exclusive boutique shopping event, Shop IN Chicago, on December 2nd from 5:00pm to 9:00pm.

The event will take place in the historic and beautiful Drake Hotel in the Drake Bros. Restaurant and is open to the public and, most impostantly, is FREE to attend!

For one night only, come check out the all the talented Chicago designers that will be offering specials on pricing and featured goods uniquely for Shop IN Chicago. Featured designers include: Chic Gems, CC Bella, Eclectica by Vika, The Perfect Gift for Anyone, Zamrie, Satin Silhouette, Liliana Haute Couture, Sofia Forero, The 3 Hearts Inc, Tzen Boutique, Red Bliss Bling, Ooh-La-La, BroZac Bling & Things, Kiwi's Boutique, Rough Cut Emerald Designs, Ms Catwalk, Chocolate Sushi Couture and The F@B

A great event to get in all your holiday shopping!

And the excitement doesn't stop there! During the event there will also be a raffle benefitting non-profit PAVE (Promoting Awareness Victim Empowerment). Along with that, Dior will be offering complimentary sampling from their professional make-up artists and Aniko Salon & Spa will be offering complimentary manicures for all shoppers. So you can pamper yourself while shopping!

Can't wait to see you all there!

All the very best,

Sarah Radford

Designer

Chic Gems, Etc.

Designer Jewelry For Professional Women

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CRAVE Winter Wonderland Party-Featuring Chic Gems Jewelry

2009-11-16T19:59:00Z

Chic Gems is pleased to announce that we will be part of the CRAVE Winter Wonderland Party!

This party is a fashionista's dream come true! Bring your girlfriends for an exciting evening of opulence and magical events!

Join us Wednesday December 9th from 7pm-10pm

at the luxurious & historic Stan Mansion

2408 N Kedzie

Chicago, IL

Details:

Baby, it’s cold outside!

Join the Winter Wonderland CRAVEparty on December 9th to find your perfect holiday ensemble from one of Chicago’s most fabulous designers and boutiques, all of which will be under one roof! No need to travel from boutique-to-boutique, we have them all here!

A CRAVEparty is an exclusive, festive, glam-gal gathering of fun, entertainment, personal pampering, and sippin’ and noshin’ on great food.

FASHION & SIPS

Take advantage of the exclusive opportunity to view the season’s chicest fashions from Chicagoland’s favorite boutiques, while enjoying gratis treats & sips!

SPA & SOOTHE

Indulge in complimentary mini-spa services to soothe your holiday-time stresses!

GIFTS GALORE

Don’t be greedy! Shop for some fabulous gifts for those special people in your life!

Chic Gems, Barker & Meowsky, Ladysmith Jewelry, Love Lulu Mae, Stiletto Squad, and many more!

AND MORE…

Enjoy yourself by sipping something delicious, getting a mini-manicure courtesy of Aniko Salon & Spa, and shopping for your glamorous holiday time ensemble, all while viewing a fabulous fashion show and other entertaining acts including a dance performance by Intrigue and a musical performance by Backbeat Music Instruction!

Our Hostesses with the Mostess are Nancy Loo and Felicia Joy. Be dazzled by the most gorgeous jewelry this city’s designers have to offer! Listen to tunes via Toast & Jam Bring your girlfriends to this one-of-a-kind event and we’ll see you off in high spirits… with a great goody bag in tow!

Find yourself with intuitive card readings by Nourhy! Taste some amazing treats including delicious cookies from Chocolate Gourmet! Become enthralled with the endless holiday gift ideas for kids & pets and everyone in between that you’ll discover at various booths!

Enjoy delicious Solixir sparkling botanical beverages and Dry Soda! Intuitive Toe Readings offered by Rhanda; a tradition from India for emotional healing

Throughout the night, we will have great raffles including gift certificates to some of our favorite Chicago restaurants and a chance to win a tour and tasting for 10 people at The Lynfred Winery!

{Must be 21 and over to attend. Tickets non-transferable.}
{Tickets will NOT be sold at the door; please purchase online.}

All registered guests of the Winter Wonderland CRAVEparty are invited to join us at the after-party hosted by Jbar where you will be treated to a complimentary CRAVE cocktail and a special performance by KeysNKrates!

Click here to register now for the CRAVE Winter Wonderland Party

Hurry...tickets will not be sold at the door and they will sell out!

All the very best,

Sarah Radford

Designer

Chic Gems, etc.

Designer Jewelry for Professional Women

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Chic Gems Gal Profile: Marti Goyal of Aniko Salon and Spa

2009-11-15T23:51:00Z

Chic Gems Gal Profile:

Marti Goyal

Owner of Aniko Salon & Spa

Chicago, IL

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Marti Goyal-Wearing Chic Gems Couture Layered Pearl & Quartz Necklace

Marti Goyal

Hey Chic Gem Gals~

I’d like to introduce to you, my friend and fellow entrepreneur, Marti Goyal.

Marti is the owner of a fantastic salon called Aniko Salon & Spa located in Chicago’s South Loop area. Allow me tell you a little bit about her and why her business is so great! Marti was brought up in an entrepreneurial environment and from a young age had a passion for following in her mother’s footsteps and starting her own business. She is inspired by bringing out the best in others and furthering growth in her. As an entrepreneur she has a natural passion for giving back to the community and neighborhood and inspiring others to do their best.

Prior to establishing Aniko Salon, Marti held a position of Director of Marketing with impressive clients such as PepsiCo, Blockbuster, Texas Rangers, Frito Lay, Brinker International, The Houston Texans and many more Fortune 500 companies.

Aniko Salon and Spa was opened in November 2007 when Marti was only 24. Aniko Salon offers unique amenities and exceptional guest services. Aniko Salon has been recognized as #1 Salon and Spa in the South Loop by Best of Yelp.com 2009, Top 5 Salon and Spa's in Chicago, Best of Citysearch 2008 for Haute Haircut, The RedEye, Time Out Chicago, Michigan Avenue Magazine, Yelp.com, The Local Tourist, Style Chicago, NBC Street Team, Metromix, NBC Chicago, Telemundo, Insider Pages, CRAVE Chicago, Salon Today, City Woman Chicago, Suburban Woman North Shore, PoorLittleRichGirls.com, Chicago3Media, The Examiner, Allure, Glamour, Shape, and Daily Candy.

Marti was recently featured in the October 2009 Issue of Salon Today Magazine and will be featured in the book CRAVE Chicago, an urban girl’s guide to all that you CRAVE, celebrating stylish women entrepreneurs in Chicago.

Marti is in the process of writing her first book about being a young female entrepreneur, the challenges, the rewards and everything in between. It is a fun version of an MBA textbook that everyone will be able to relate to. She hopes to have the book published in 2010.

Marti Goyal, a fabulous gal you should know.
Aniko Salon & Spa, a place you should be.

All the very best,

Sarah Radford

Designer

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Martini and Manicure Mondays at Aniko Salon, Featuring Chic Gems

2009-11-11T18:12:00Z

Hey Chic Gem Gals!

Want to come to a fantastic event that I am going to be a part of? I thought so!

On Monday, November 23rd clear your schedules after 7pm and come on over to

Aniko Salon and Spa located at 1109 S. Wabash in Chicago.

It’s Martini and Manicure night!

There you will enjoy a Fusion Manicure, Complimentary Aniko Flirtinis “Apple Martinis”, Desserts provided by Be Sweet, and each guest will receive a FREE gift bag filled with gifts from our sponsors and much more!

I’ll be there with my Chic Gems Signature, Chic Gems Couture, and Design your own Gems Collection. Take advantage of designing your own custom piece or shop for chic holiday gifts.

Click here to preview Chic Gems online.

Chic Gems makes a perfect gift for that hard-to-shop for friend who has everything! Special jewelry discounts for Aniko guests, raffle prizes, and more.

Oh and the best part, this great event is only $40! But don’t delay- there are only 30 manicure appointments available each month and appointments are booked on a first come first serve basis.

Please RSVP to book your appointment by calling Aniko Salon at (312) 431-1573.

Hope to see you there!

All the very best,

Sarah Radford

Designer

Chic Gems, etc. Jewelry

Designer Jewelry for Professional Women

**Note: You must pre-pay either at Aniko or via phone, in order to reserve your manicure appointment. No refunds will be issued. If you need to cancel your appointment we require a 48-hour cancellation notice and will only offer an Aniko credit good towards any other service at Aniko Salon Spa. This promotion cannot be combined with other discount or promotions. Gratuity is not included and must be paid in cash only.

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Must Have Jewelry-Chic Gems Couture Flower Pendant Necklace

2009-11-03T16:13:00Z

Chic Gems Couture Flower Pendant Necklace

(Shown as multi-color bronze & oyster)

Regular Price $150

Sale Price for Blog Readers $112.50

Special Deal for Readers-25% off with the code BLOG25 at checkout.

Enjoy 25% off all Chic Gems Jewelry with this code.

Exclusions: This offer cannot be combined with other coupons or discounts, valid only at Chic Gems directly by phone or online, not valid at independent boutiques that carry Chic Gems, no cash value.

Click Here to Buy the Chic Gems Couture Flower Pendant Necklace Now

Order online or call 888.801.8265

The Couture Flower Pendant Necklace by Chic Gems is the must have statement piece this season.

Perfect for a day at the office or a night out with the gals.

Choose from Oyster, Bronze, or Smoke, or Multi-Color Pearls (as shown)

Flower Pendant is made of Bali Silver

Necklace is 20 inches long, made of glass pearls and a sterling plated chain and hook closure.

Happy Shopping!

All the very best,

Sarah Radford

Designer

Chic Gems, etc. Jewelry

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Must Have Jewelry-Chic Gems Key Pendant Necklace

2009-11-02T18:48:00Z

Chic Gems Key Pendant Necklace

Regular Price: $50

Sale Price for Blog Readers: $37.50

Special Deal for Readers-25% off with the code BLOG25 at checkout.

Enjoy 25% off all Chic Gems Jewelry with the code.

Exclusions: This offer cannot be combined with other coupons or discounts, valid only at Chic Gems directly, not valid at independent boutiques that carry Chic Gems, no cash value. Expires 11/30/09.

Click here to buy the Key Pendant Necklace now.

Order online or call 888.801.8265 to order by phone.

This Key Pendant Necklace by Chic Gems is the perfect statement for everyday and makes a great gift....start your Holiday shopping today.

Let this beautiful necklace be the "key to" a new job, happiness, health, wealth, success, etc.

Design your own key pendant necklace-choose from Silver or Gold
as well as a Pearl or Crystal accent.

Happy Shopping!

All the very best,

Sarah Radford

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Chic Gems Gals Profile: An Entreprenuerial Story-Kerry Knee from Flirty Girl Fitness

2009-10-20T15:37:00Z

Chic Gems Gal Profile:
An Entrepreneurial Story

Featuring Kerry Knee from Flirty Girl Fitness

 Kerry Knee has revolutionized women’s fitness with a chain of exercise and entertainment studios, called Flirty Girl Fitness, which she opened in partnership with her sister, Krista Knee. Born in Newfoundland, Kerry spent most of her upbringing in Halifax before moving to Toronto, and now Chicago where she just opened the flagship US Flirty Girl Fitness location.

An MBA graduate from Concordia University in Montreal, Kerry had 12 years of experience working with business start ups, focusing on marketing, business development and product development for both large and small companies before deciding to launch her own business. Prior to Flirty Girl Fitness, Kerry’s specialty was in taking industry-first products to market and forming partnerships with Fortune 500 companies like HP, Microsoft, Pfizer, Merck, and Sanofi-Aventis. Kerry’s executive experience has spanned a variety of business sectors and includes such product launches as: a sales force effectiveness program for the pharmaceutical industry, a consumer ASP application for a leading communications company, a human resources enterprise wide management application, an oncology interactive education program for hospital networks, an online pharmaceutical community network for a government run physical portal, and a grassroots training and marketing program professional sports team.

Kerry’s move into fitness began in 2005 after watching an episode of Oprah with Desperate Housewives’ Terri Hatcher demonstrating a sexy workout class using a pole. Kerry thought it looked fun and wanted to try it, but she couldn’t find any classes available outside of CA. Because Kerry couldn’t find anywhere to learn the work out, she bought a pole and taught herself. She loved it so much that she talked her sister Krista into leaving a management IT position in Halifax to join her in Toronto to develop and launch Flirty Girl Fitness.

Today, Kerry and her sister, who were finalists at the 2007 Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Awards, have more than 125 employees at their two studios and plan to open dozens more studios across Canada and the U.S. The sisters have also designed and manufactured their own removable fitness pole and produced a series of instructional fitness videos which have been run in nationally syndicated infomercials across the US since January 2009 and are being test markets in several countries around the world. Kerry and her sister further built on their success by designing and creating a full Flirty Girl Fitness apparel line which launches in October 2009.

To learn more about Kerry and Flirty Girl Fitness visit Flirty Girl Fitness Online. Check back soon to learn more about other Chic Gem Gals and to hear our latest news about Chic Gems, Etc.

All the very best,

Sarah Radford
Designer
Chic Gems, Etc
Designer Jewelry for Professional Women

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Chic Gems Featured at Peace Journey Event, Juvenesse Spa

2009-10-05T21:09:00Z

Chic Gems Featured at The Peace Journey Event
Juvenesse Spa-Chicago

The Peace Journey Event took place at Juvenesse Spa to launch the EcoChallenge2020 Peace Journey Brazil 2010 on the United Nations International Day of Peace, September 21, 2009.

At the launch party, there were wines by Mionetto USA, delicious treats from Carnivale, music, a silent auction, and a raffle.

Chic Gems not only created two special "Peace" necklaces for the event but also 20% of Chic Gem's sales from the evening were donated to the Peace Journey Brazil 2010.

Here are pictures of the two necklaces at the event.

"Peace" Key Necklace by Chic Gems

"Peace" affirmation necklace by Chic Gems

We had a great turn out at the party and were entertained by a selection of "peace songs" performed by children of the Skinner School.

Here are a few more pictures of the party.

For more information, visit EcoChallenge Online

All photography provided by Seth Kammueller.

Don't forget to check back here soon for more Chic Gems, Etc. events, promotions, and updates!

All the very best,

Sarah Radford

Designer

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Designer Jewelry for Professional Women

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Discover Mikimoto Pearls, Worn by Fashionistas Around the World

2009-09-27T18:19:00Z

                                                                            Mikimoto Pearls

         Mikimoto Pearls have been worn by Fashionistas around the World, including Carrie Bradshaw from Sex and the City

                                                                THE ORIGINATOR OF CULTURED PEARLS
                                                                                                SINCE 1893
Since Kokichi Mikimoto succeeded in creating the world’s first cultured pearl, MIKIMOTO has been dedicated to presenting only the finest quality cultured pearls. The MIKIMOTO sorting process and proprietary grading system assures that every customer acquires only the most superb gems and pearl jewelry.

"I would like to adorn the necks of all the women of the world with pearls," Kokichi Mikimoto said shortly after he succeeded in culturing a perfectly round pearl. He seemed to be rambling on about an unachievable dream. However, the elegant beauty of Kokichi's cultured pearls was eventually recognized by women throughout the world, and his wish was fulfilled, as the name "Mikimoto" became well-known around the globe.

With his keen, instinctive sense of beauty, Kokichi was the most enthusiastic of jewelers, a man who devoted his life to the cultured pearls and pearl jewelry that he loved and set his hopes upon.
With their mysterious yet pure and honest glimmer, pearls have won the hearts of countless people through the ages. After the mid 1800s, just before the Meiji Period, Japan became deeply involved with foreign trade and its natural pearls, already regarded as precious, became more treasured than ever before. At the same time, the pearl oysters around Mikimoto's hometown of Ise-Shima were being over-harvested to a crisis point. He threw himself into the task of seeding oysters and creating pearls, and for decades, he spent every waking hour on research and experiments.

Pearls had always been a chance product of nature and initial efforts to delve into their mysteries did not yield immediate results. Factors such as red tides and low water temperatures lead to repeated failures. Regardless of the many complications imposed by nature, Kokichi pledged to commit every fiber of his being to the task and he had the stubborn confidence to turn mighty nature into his ally. The day he had been waiting for finally came on July 11, 1893. In the company of his wife Ume, he raised one of the bamboo oyster baskets out of the water, opened one of the oysters, and there, inside the shell, he discovered a shining pearl. This was the first time in history that a human being had ever created a pearls.

Once he had succeeded in culturing a pearl, Kokichi's urge to research grew even stronger. He had always been enchanted by the mysterious glow of the legendary black lipped pearls and silver lipped pearls, and he made up his mind to try culturing them.
In 1914, Kokichi opened a culturing site for Black South Sea pearl oysters on Ishigaki Island in Okinawa. Overcoming the often daunting forces of nature, including continual typhoons, in 1931 he turned his fantasy into reality with the production of a giant pearl, 10mm in diameter.

He also dispatched a team of researchers to the South Pacific island of Palau, where they had considerable success in culturing pearls. While trying to meet the challenge of producing black lipped and silver lipped cultured pearls, he encouraged the development of local pearl industries on previously underdeveloped islands. He contributed so significantly to the development of these islands that the name 'Mikimoto' is spoken of with reverence even to this day.

Mikimoto Pearls are available at many fine retailers, including JR Dunn Jewelers Online

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Chic Gems Featured at ECOChallenge 2020 to Benefit Peace Journey at Juvenesse Spa

2009-09-17T14:11:00Z

Chic Gems invites you to Juvenesse Spa to Benefit Peace Journey

Juvensse Spa

520 W Erie St., Suite 340

Chicago, IL 60654

20% of Chic Gems Jewelry sales from the evening will be donated. Chic Gems has also created 2 special "Peace" Necklaces that will also be for sale at this event.

Take the EcoChallenge 2020! Peace Journey Brazil 2010 Launch Party!

Juvenesse Spa, originators of the PeaceSPA product line, located at 520 West Erie, Suite 340 on The United Nations International Day of Peace on Monday, September 21, 2009 launches ECOChallenge2020 Peace Journey Brazil 2010 and PeaceSPA products. The Program & School Garden fundraising event will be held from 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. and will include organic wines by Mionetto USA, healthy treats by Carnivale, a silent auction, raffle, donations by Chic Gems Etc., music & more. Celebrity Chefs, Educators, SuperGreen Sponsors, Master Gardeners, Social Media Gurus and ECOChallenge2020 rooftop garden participant, Mark T. Skinner Classical School will also be in attendance. A group of students from Skinner school are set to play instruments and perform "peace songs" at the evening event.

Visit ECOChallenge2020.org for further information, to make donations, or purchase tickets for the event.

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Chic Gems Sparkle Crystal Purple Jewelry to Benefit Bear Necessities

2009-09-04T16:24:00Z

Chic Gems is pleased to announce our partnership with Bear Necessities

September is Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month

Chic Gems is donating 20% of ALL Purple Sparkle Crystal Jewelry Sales to Bear Necessities, including necklaces, bracelets, and earrings.

This fundraiser opportunity is continuous.

About Bear Necessities:

Our Mission: Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation is a national organization whose mission is to eliminate pediatric cancer and to provide hope and support to those who are touched by it.

About Us: Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation, Inc. (BNPCFI) is a 501(c)(3) organization founded in late 1992 by Kathleen A. Casey, President. The foundation is named in memory of her eight year old son, Barrett "Bear" Krupa, who died after a courageous five and a half year battle with Wilms Tumor, a pediatric cancer. Prior to his death on January 9, 1993, Bear and his mother discussed and planned the formation of BNPCFI. During his long stay in the hospital, Bear expressed more concern for other pediatric cancer patients than he did for himself. He and his mother learned of the many hidden needs of both patient and family members. Simple things like having games to play with would go a long way to lightening the heavy burden the children face. Likewise, support for basic family needs such as transportation and parking on the many visits to the hospital remove undue stresses on an already overwhelming situation. The foundation's Small Miracle Program has provided a means to fulfill Bear's mission to brighten the lives of pediatric cancer patients by granting special requests to them and to ease the burdens of the families through assistance with some of the immediate needs that they may be facing while fighting this physically, emotionally, and financially devastating disease. Examples of small miracles include: family outings, event tickets, wigs, phone cards, housing and transportation expenses, special pick-me-up gifts, etc. The objective is to give children who suffer from pediatric cancer, who have the same wants and the same wishes as healthy children, a moment during their courageous battle when they can forget their illness and enjoy just being a child.

Shop Online at Chic Gems to Support Bear Necessities

Click to buy the Purple Sparkle Crystal Necklace

Click to buy the Purple Sparkle Crystal Classic Bracelet

Click to buy the Purple Sparkle Crystal Coil Bracelet

Click to buy the Sparkle Crystal Earrings

Shop online or call to place your order at 888.801.8265.

Thank you for your support.

All the very best,

Sarah Radford

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