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Jay's blog

Priceless knowledge and impeccable taste.

 
 
An evening with Blake Malouf
Mon, 02/20/2012

An evening with Blake Malouf can guarantee an evening of laughter! Its been amazing that she finally decided to come home to NY from LA. After several years away, she couldn't be happier in the city! We had amazing dinner at Taboon with Blake. Btw: If you're in NY please check-out this yummy Mediterranean venue.
The hummus is gorge!

 

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Rodeo Time 2012
Fri, 02/17/2012

It's Rodeo time in Houston, however turquoise is a year round accessory for us!!! Glam-up your wardrobe with layers of fabulousness. Here you see a Federico tile cuff layered with Chan Luu and UNO de 50. Stand out from the crowd.

 
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Boho chic
Tue, 02/14/2012

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As we reluctantly await for the HOT Summer months to arrive in Houston...
We prepare ourselves to bring out the best looks to endure the brutal heat-
I making a very strong point this season to include MEN in my jewelry collection. Here you see Donavon Frankenreiter (famous surfer) exuding masculinity and a fabulous sense of "boho" chic. He makes it look effortless. So can YOU!

 


Rodeo 2012
Mon, 02/06/2012

Choosing the right pieces for our American Indian Collection is important to build the right look for our clients!
These fabulous cuffs are handmade by Chimney Butte from Santa Fe. An amazing husband and wife team that combine there Santo Domingo and Comanche backgrounds to make a great Native Collection. I can't wait to share their talents with my Houston customer....and just in time for RODEO!!

 

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Beautiful African trade beads
Thu, 02/02/2012

 
One of many favorite things to do while shopping in Tucson is visiting the African Village section of the show!  Beautiful African trade beads are displayed from all over... And the colors are magnificent!  Some new beads are sold as well as vintage beads that are terrifically expensive.  You can see these beautiful necklaces displayed and layered with my new Spring Collection!   
 
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Thank You Ming and Kenneth Huang!
Thu, 02/02/2012

 
This beautiful Chinese couple I met years ago and luckily ran into during my recent trip to Tucson.
 
It occurred to me that the Huang's represent such an important role to my foundation. So instrumental in fact, that they introduced me to Chinese turquoise!!!  Ming Huang would literally send a box full of beautiful turquoise beads to sell to my clients during the first days of my Rice Village store.   My store became known for turquoise and ultimately my logo was being changed to the color as well...  Thank You Ming and Kenneth Huang! 
 

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Chan Luu and I at El Charro Cafe in Tucson
Wed, 02/01/2012

 
Chan Luu and I in Tucson having dinner and well-deserved margaritas after a long day at work!  We shared ideas and concepts in preparation of our Mothers Day trunk show!!! We can't hardly wait... 
 
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Are you ready for some turquoise???!!
Sat, 01/07/2012

Are you ready for some turquoise???!!! We are definitely anticipating an explosion of turquoise to arrive for Spring... Don't be scared, but welcome our signature color!

 

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