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It’s not everyday that you get to open a perfectly styled box of accessories hand-picked just for YOU! It’s a little unfair actually, celebrities get to borrow fancy jewels and extravagant dresses all the time… But now, Rocksbox, allows you to share in a similar experience!

Become a “Shine Insider” and start enjoying the instant perks — you’ll get unlimited access to borrow pieces from “an ever-rotating closet of designer jewelry”.

When I got my first box, it was love at first sight. I especially loved my Perry Street statement necklace, it added a fun touch to my Valentine’s day look.

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Want your own box? Here’s how it works?

    1. Start by taking the Rocksbox style survey, which allows their personal stylists to get a glimpse of your comfort level with jewelry.
    2. Then, items are curated and hand-selected according to your personal style.
    3. Browse through their online collection and as you find pieces that you like, add them to your wish-list.
    4. In just a few days, your wish is granted… 3 styled pieces arrive at your door!
    5. Once they’re in your hands, wear them as long as you like — or buy any of the 3 items at a discounted “members only” price.
    6. Return your box (as often as you like – shipping is included) and get 3 new pieces worth over $200 per set.

Doesn’t this beat browsing the mall for hours in search of the perfect sparkle? I think so! It is by far one of my favorite subscriptions.
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PS: For a limited time, you can get your first box for free. Use the promotion code: vanniaxoxo.

Trust me. You are going to love it. Whether you’re an accessory aficionado, or just in need of a pop of flair. Rocksbox will transform your look. Enjoy!

Contributing post by Ginger Mokher.

When opportunity knocks… LET YOUR GIRLFRIENDS IN!

If you had told me (Ginger) a year ago that I would be working in direct sales for a jewelry company, I would have told you, “You’re crazy.” But for six months now, I have been working for Stella & Dot, a home-based, social selling, and accessible-luxury brand jewelry company.

And though I do love jewelry, fashion, and having fun with girlfriends; my primary motivation to become an independent stylist with Stella & Dot had more to do with my attraction to the vision and values of CEO and founder, Jessica Herrin.

In the late 90’s, Herrin, a student at Stanford Business School, co-founded one of the first online gift registries for brides. Within months, the site expanded into a full service bridal portal and merged with WeddingChannel.com. But grateful as she was for her success, when she envisioned her future, she didn’t see how adding a child to their family could be a fit with her grueling schedule.

Eventually, Herrin sold WeddingChannel.com, took a job as an e-commerce executive at Dell, and began to focus on creating her ideal business – in her words, “a company that you own but that doesn’t own you.” This was my first clue that I aligned with her values. This time Herrin changed her focus. Instead of developing a business focused on products, she focused on the target employee: a woman with kids who needed flexibility.  This was my second clue for alignment.

In 2003, Herrin began Luxe Jewels, a business based on at-home jewelry-making parties. Then in 2004, she resigned from Dell to devote more time to both of her babies: newborn daughter, Charlie and Luxe Jewels. She began hosting her own parties and recruiting Luxe sales reps. In 2006, after the birth of her second daughter and with hundreds of trunk shows under her belt, Herrin fine-tuned a social selling concept, transitioned from making jewelry to selling jewelry, and that grew to $1 million in sales.

But, Herrin was far from satisfied. She knew her business model could do more. That summer she met Blythe Harris, who became a rising star and had recently introduced Banana Republic’s jewelry line. The two shared a vision of selling fashionable jewelry with a broad appeal. Clue three, their collections have something for everyone and the jewelry practically sells itself.  At that time, Herrin decided to rebrand her company a second time and Herrin and Harrris renamed the company after the two most inspirational women in each of their lives: their grandmothers, Stella & Dot.

Fast forward to today. Stella & Dot’s mission is to give every woman the means to style their own lives. Clue number four: they leave it up to me to decide how much I want to earn. Herrin’s focus remains the salesperson, or as we now are called, the stylists. “Some stylists are really brand ambassadors. They like hosting an occasional trunk show and the opportunity to buy affordable jewelry,” Herrin explains. “Other stylists work full time during the school year and take the summers off. The important thing is they choose how much and when they work.”

Since joining Stella & Dot, I’ve been building my team and my focus is the same as Jessica Herrin’s; you, the stylist. There are three choices for initial investment to launch your own business and new stylists earn the investment back, on average, within four trunk shows. There couldn’t be a better time to sign up with the holiday season approaching. Full or part-time fashion, fun and rewards are a phone call or email away. I would love to chat with you if you’re getting a clue too. Give me a call at 305.904.9851 or email me at gingermokher@gmail.com.

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