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From Blogger to Business: Lola Blue, The Closet!

November 19th, 2012

[Updated} Small businesses are more and more becoming the lifeblood of America. As a fashion blogger and entrepreneur, I understand the struggle to transition to a new business venture. I enjoy stories of people following their dreams and going after that American Dream with their whole heart! It's right out of the pages of $100 Start up (which I am currently reading). I was “introduced” to Erika Batista a fashion blogger turned e-jewelry store owner. We spoke briefly about her transition into business ownership from full-time employee and passionate blogger. Here, is an excerpt from my interview with this new passion project entrepreneur.

Erica Batista of Lola Blue the Closet

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Summer Colors + Personal Style {Jewelry July}

July 7th, 2012

Our first Jewelry July Guest Post is from a digital friend, Matilda. She is the owner of a fabulous e-boutique ilovesilver.com. Her site was born out of her love for unique jewelry and travel.
You can find her on the web at her store or socially via Twitter and Facebook.
{Guest Post}:

Trends come and go, but personal style is always “in” and definitely sexy. So how do you stay on trend, and true to you, without breaking the bank? Do it with jewelry and rock your own style!
I have always loved window-shopping in jewelry stores – anytime, anywhere. It is a decadent mini-vacation, which is therapeutic and soothing to me. Time and again, the strong, unusual pieces caught my eye and held my attention. Eventually my passion for uncommon bling plus a deep desire to steer my own course led me to start iLoveSilver.com.
Summer is here in full swing. I know you’re craving the hottest new colors. Express your personality with some of my new favorites this season.
Do you love all the orange this season, but not so sure if it will love you back? Start with a small pop of color.
Read More About Summer Style Jewelry Here
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