Statement Ring

If I were to choose one piece of jewelry to invest in this fall it would have to be a statement ring. I realize that statement necklaces and bracelets are "oh so of the moment" for this fall season - but - I would put my money into a gorgeous over- sized ring. Be it in all metal or with a chunky gemstone, the statement ring is where my heart falls. I love the look of a big, obnoxiously loud ring on the hand. I think it looks fabulous to wear an amazing statement ring with absolutely no other jewelry - to me that is a very bold and strong fashion look. However it is fun to be more artsy and combine that chunky ring with a bunch of bracelets or a strong looking necklace. Which ever way you choose, you can't go wrong with a statement ring. I think it is such a great purchase because it will almost always go well with jeans, cocktail, formal or career clothing. It is a wonderful signature item that people will relate to you. Our hands are such an important part of the way we communicate, adding a statement ring to your hand can create a wonderful story.

Saint By Sarah Jane has a wide assortment of statement rings in sterling and 18k gold and gemstones. Please take a moment and view our assortment at http://www.saintbysarahjane.com/Store/FilterCategory/Jewelry_Type/Rings?FilterBy=&PriceRange=&SortBy=&Page=ALL

This blog features the Saint By Sarah Jane Large Trenza Ring with Lemon Citrine Gemstone. It retails for $995. I think we have some good specials on our website at the moment so check it out and if you can't find them, then please e mail us directly and we will be able to tell you what they are. Thanks!

A Salute to Single Parents

Today I recieved the nicest email from a lady who is a single mom of two children. She explained to me that she is having a hard time right now and facing many obstacles in her life. She wrote me to tell me that she was hoping to buy a Saint bee bracelet from me over the weekend as she thought I was going to be making a personal appearence in her city. Well, unfortunately I am not going to be in her city and we aren't going to be able to meet face to face.

I was so touched by the note she sent me. It didn't give too many details but it caused me to sit back in my chair and think about all the amazing single moms (and dads) that are handling "it all" day in and day out. What an amazing task to manage.

I was in one of my "favorite stores" the other day here in Phoenix at the Biltmore called "Cornelia Park." It is basically a MacKenzie-Childs store. I LOVE MacKenzie-Childs! Like Saint, when I see it - it makes me smile and feel good. All that creativity and color and thought going into their collections just sends me spinning!! Anyway, when I was leaving I introduced myself to a sales associate who has been there since the day I set foot into the store for the first time. I told her that I was so embarassed, I should know her name by now! She happily responded "I know you! You were one of our brides." I was so suprised. Those feelings of being "a bride to be" are loooooooooong gone. I shouted back from the other side of the store "And I am still married!" The whole store started laughing. Probably not a typical response!

When thte store I left I started thinking about my partner and how sometimes it is challenging to make EVERYTHING WORK TOGETHER. It isn't easy. What a challenge it would be to carry all the load alone. To make big decisions about my family by myself or to not have a partner/friend to help pick up the slack when I feel I have nothing left to give.

I would like to salute all the single moms and dads. You are doing a great thing - an extremely wonderful and enduring thing. If they don't realize it now, someday your children will know how much you do out of love for them. God bless.

Top Spring 2010 Colors on NY Runways - WWD.com

FN List: Top Spring Colors on NY Runways - WWD.com

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Spring 2010 Colors

Most of us are just getting cozy and only starting to enjoy our new fall clothes. However, those in the fashion industry are knee high in Spring 2010. New York Fashion week ended a few weeks ago and there were a wide variety of looks even in this slower economic time - the creativity is resilient! Hooray!

Above is a chart of the Spring 2010 Pantone colors from which most designers work. Please stay tuned because in my next blog, I will share with you the top ten colors used during New York Fashion Week. I hope these color charts will help you with plan your spring wardrobe, but more importantly the most outstanding Saint jewelry and accessories!! :)

Chicken and Watercress Salad with Almonds and Feta

Here is a delicious salad that my Aunt Sharon made for us one afternoon. The recipe is from Bon Appetit Magazine, June 2009. I have made it a few times and each time it gets great results from family and friends. The dressing is light and wonderful.

Supermarket roast chicken can be easily dressed up, as in this lovely salad. Look for almond oil at some supermarkets and at specialty food stores.
Yield: Makes 4 servings

1/4 cup white basalmic vinegar
1 large shallot, chopped
3 tablespoons almond oil, walnut oil, or grapeseed oil
3 tablespoons grapeseed oil
3 large bunches watercress, thick stems trimmed
2 fully cooked chicken breast halves, meat torn into bite-size pieces
3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
4 apricots, pitted, each half cut into wedges (or use peaches)
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Combine vinegar and shallot in medium bowl. Whisk in both oils. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.

Place watercress, chicken, cheese, and apricots in large bowl. Add dressing; toss. Divide salad among four plates Sprinkle each with almonds.

I would LOVE to hear your commments on this salad. Hope you enjoy it has much as we do!!