One warm day last year, we took the train to New York City to attend RuPaul's DragCon. It was going to be our first time attending, so both of our kids were eager to meet RuPaul (they truly believe the correct word is ConDRAGulations). I felt my daughter's excitement rising and decided to take her mind off her sudden anxiety at meeting one of her fave celebs, and started asking her questions. Upon answering these questions, she started fidgeting with her bracelet and as you can see from the video below, this is what took place.

According to my daughter, hair ties are never around when she needs them. So to keep from losing them, she started wearing them on her wrist, but they would leave a mark because they were too tight. But, GoGirlDesigns.com created the ultimate solution with their patented bangle bracelets that serve as both a chic fashion accessory and a way to keep a hair tie conveniently at hand. 

The stylish bangles feature a divot that securely holds a hair tie without it cutting off circulation to your wrist and so you always have one at the ready. The Busy Girl Bangle Collection adds sparkle to your wrist and is available in three metal tones, silver, gold and rose gold. The new Boho Collection caters to the free spirited and features multi-colored beading while the Ebony & Ivory Collection is a classic look that is available in gold, silver and rose gold. Busy Kids Bangles are designed with the young fashionista in mind and come in fun, bright colors like pink, purple, blue, orange and green. Each Go Girl Designs bracelet comes with three elastic hair ties that feature heart shaped charms, but they can hold store bought ties as well.  

We finally made it to RuPaul's DragCon and we had a great time. Everyone complimented my daughter on her bracelet, and then she showed off its hidden surprise and they loved it even more! 

Like many others, Vanessa sold her soul to Corporate America, on a 7-10 year stretch, until realizing that true happiness doesn’t come from monetary rewards, it comes from soulful living. With the support of her husband, father, brother and five rescue dogs, Vanessa runs a business, right from the kitchen of her home, where she creates unique handmade artisan jewelry. 

Casual & formal, geek and unique, jewelry designs that are handmade with gemstone, pearl and crystal, made magical by accents of sterling silver and quality natural brass. Vanessa, better known as pink80sgirl, crafts a symphony of Victorian and vintage inspired designs. 

Putting one of her designs to the test, we purchased a necklace and then offered it to a friend who wore it to work. A fantastic 9 out of 10 people commented on the striking dragonfly necklace. The piece is a 25 x 18mm glass oval handmade cabochon, featuring a purple dragonfly. It sits inside a plain edged bezel setting, then mounted on a highly detailed Victorian filigree pendant. This lovely piece hangs from a pretty antiqued/oxidized brass chain measuring 18 inches including lobster clasp closure. This piece is nickel and lead free. 

With 520 positive reviews and an impressive ZERO negative reviews on her shopping site, this pink80’sgirl is a sure thing! 

www.etsy.com/shop/pink80sgirl

As featured in Connextions Magazine, Issue 8.

She's Got the Look! 

Trendy charms with a purpose

Women cherish important days of the year, and the remembrance of these special moments always bring smiles and happiness!  We've found a unique way to honor your anniversary or her birthday with a calendar key necklace or bracelet from Not Just Any Old Day.  A sterling silver necklace or bracelet with an inscribed calendar, marked with any special date, including a colored stone of your choice. 

Unique gift choice!

For more info:  www.notjustanyoldday.com

As seen in Connextions Magazine, Issue 6.  Click here to view digital edition.