May 12, 2009

Sophiei.com

I absolutely love the collection of ready to wear bridal head pieces from sophiei.com. Hand-made silk flowers adorn simple bands of mother of pearl and swarovski crystals; with curled goose feathers and soft hackle adding to the unique style.

Feather spines are crystallised; ribbon cleverly manipulated in folds and drapes and simple strands of crystals add to the opulence of the collection.

The ever popular cocktail hat has once again been adapted and now features soft veiling with butterflies and mother of pearl buttons; or alternatively an explosion of ivory feathers for the wow factor!

And to complete the look, add a simple pearl bracelet from Mai Pearls.

Posted: May 12, 2009 10:26 AM

May 06, 2009

Networking

Networking is something that I certainly shy away from - it is probably because so many people tell me how important it is and good for me that it just puts me right off. However, last night I went along to a networking event held by Bigwigs London in the Wandsworth area which made my networking fears disappear. Bigwigs is a social networking group that arrange monthly meetings for women living in south west London who run their own businesses. The goal is to increase sales & revenues for all those involved. I left the meeting having had a free sample of some business coaching from one of the bigwigs members, feeling much more positive and motivated about my work and goals. If you are interested in finding out more about bigwigs, please click here, or perhaps you would like to browse the Mai Pearls pearl jewellery collection, the click here.

Posted: May 6, 2009 02:47 PM

June 11, 2008

Cherry Woods Skin Clinic

As the weather warms up, we start to think more about being pruned, plucked and massaged for forthcoming summer events.
Cherry specialises in facials and has a growing number of loyal clients in the Richmond, Surrey area who are huge fans of her uniquely designed ‘face and relax’ facials using Environ cosmeceutical strength vitamin skincare.
This treatment is a real treat for connoisseurs of facials who love to see results but without compromising on relaxation. Cherry is a fully qualified beauty therapist and skincare expert. Her treatment room is located within the beautiful, Grade II listed building of The Smile Studios Dental Spa, right in the heart of Richmond.
For a 10% discount on any of her treatments, just mention “Mai Pearls” when booking. www.cherrywoodsclinic.com

Posted: June 11, 2008 05:20 PM

October 10, 2007

Bigwigs

Starting your own business can be a daunting experience however well qualified or enthusiastic you might be. There inevitably will always be those awkward questions that arise and that need answering but you just don’t know who to ask or where to find the correct advice. Maybe they are highly complicated and fearfully technical or maybe you just feel a bit of a fool asking them?

And then there is working from home which many starter uppers have to do. Why waste money on renting a desk space when you’ve got a perfectly spacious kitchen table at home? No more commuting; less time and money wasted surely it’s a win-win situation? So when you are snugly sitting at your computer in your own home surrounded by just the same four walls day in, night in, day in, weekend in and so it goes on, is it surprising that you begin to feel a little isolated and in need of some encouragement?

But then there’s light at the end of the tunnel and a solution in sight. Bigwigs is a women’s networking group on a relaxed level; the ultimate on-line guide to creative & highly individual small businesses in south west London.

The companies listed on the website www.bigwigslondon.co.uk have all been started by young, enthusiastic women with an entrepreneurial eye and a natural talent just waiting with an abundance of ideas to fulfil your needs; all offering a friendly, personal service and come highly recommended by clients and stylists alike. So, whether it’s fashion, interiors or accessories; kids painting parties or pampering, there’s something on the website to inspire everyone. Hats, handbags, jewellery, underwear, games, children’s furniture and baby gifts; nutritionist, caterer, beauty therapist, interiors consultancy, the choice is endless and continually expanding.

So here is the female south west London entrepreneur’s solution to those unanswered questions, that feeling of isolation and lack of enthusiasm. And yet Big wigs is still so much more, it is every woman’s solution to Christmas!

Posted: October 10, 2007 11:53 AM