What are you carrying this summer?

Well, hello summer …

time to break out my Sseko jute summer tote

Sseko’s Summer Capsule launched and I have been loving the items I pre-ordered. A favorite is this Jute Ring Handle Tote. I’m all about stripes this year - I can’t get enough! The size of this is awesome and it has enough room to fit all my essentials (including my MacBook!) I was pretty surprised!!

As many of you already know, Sseko employs 61 full-time workers in Uganda. Our Sseko Scholars complete a nine-month employment program that enables them to continue on to college. After your purchase, you can read about their dreams and ambitions and get an update on Sseko graduates! In addition to our university-bound class, we employ women from all walks of life. Moms, daughters, designers, and cooks all working together to make the world a little brighter. Meet the women of Sseko Designs! My beautiful bag was made by Binika … from beginning to end … she created this beautiful piece.

$79.99

This Jute Ring Handle Tote is perfect for all your summer essentials. The jute and cotton are locally sourced from our partners in India and are handcrafted with sustainability in mind.

• 13" (H) x 16" (W) x 5" (D)

• Cotton, Jute & Wood Lined with Internal Pockets and Top Zipper Closure 4 1⁄2" Inner Ring Diameter

• Made in India

What’s in your Summer Bag?

Due to the COVID-craziness, I’ve been working remotely. On the days I go into a courtroom to support my judge directly, I am toting my necessities from home. Additionally, when I’m moving my remote office to other locations, it’s nice to be able to carry them all in style. You could say this is my “Apple Picking Basket” (MacBook, iPad Pro, iPhone, AirPods … lol)

• Sseko Zippered Wallet

• MacBook

• iPad Pro

• iPhone

• Airpods

• Sseko Zippered Medium Moon bag (lipstick, chapstick, apple cords, pen, hand sanitizer, business cards, etc)

When our Stay-at-Home order relaxes and we return to regular outings my bag contents will take a turn …

• iPhone

• Sunscreen

• water bottle

• Sseko Zippered Wallet

• Airpods

• iPad Pro (downloaded books in the sunshine)

• Readers (for reading books … because blind!)

• Sseko Zippered Medium Moon bag (for all small catch all things)

• Keys to our vacation home

• Sunglasses

What would you carry in your new Sseko Jute bag?

Paper Bead artistry

Single strand paper bead bracelet in rainbow

Looking for a fun summer everyday bracelet? This lovely goes just perfectly with my Mexican bracelets for everyday.

$19.99

The colors of our Single Strand Bracelet in Rainbow are bright, celebratory, and joyful. The mix of yellows, teals, and pinks create a modern twist on a classic Ugandan paper bead. This handcrafted statement piece will brighten any outfit in all the best ways. 

• Paper Beads + Elastic

• 2 1⁄2" Inner Diameter

• Made in Uganda

… and if you think this is cool, you should check out the earrings and necklace! The earrings are now a new favorite everyday piece for me. Delicate and trendy.

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Enjoy our beautiful summer day wherever you are. Stay healthy, follow all the COVID Stay at Home requirements and I hope to see you again very soon.

Love,

Gabby

Winter Vibes

Don’t let the Artic air get ya

The Winter air is blowing in - well, not technically here in Seattle - but some parts of the US is waaay too cold for me. But if you are enjoying the snow and the sweaters and boots, then I have just the thing for you!

A few years ago, Chloe + Isabel featured the Northern Lights collection and several pieces from that collection have stood the test of time. Unlike those sweaters and boots, jewelry is seasonless! This pendant necklace is going to look just as beautiful with your summer dress or your tank top and shorts.

There’s only 2 days left until the end of the January. And then only 14 days until Valentine’s Day! Pick yourself up something pretty to wear out to dinner with your LOVE, or just because you need to spoil yourself a little. Either way - you can’t go wrong with a little sparkle.

Cote d’azur - summer 2018

Get ready for fun summer styles!

Cote D'Azur launched Tuesday to amazing acclaim. The design inspiration came from the South of France where sunny skies hit the beautiful blue waters. Here's a look at each of the collections:

Paloma Pearl:  Set your sights on the iridescent reflections of cool silver seashells + clear crystal pave sparkle, inspired by the wonders found beneath the waves of the Mediterranean with the Paloma Pearl.

Cap Moderne:  The hidden convertible details, crisp lines + subtle movements, these structural styles call forth the famed architectural feats of the French Rivera.

Maree:  Discover all the jewels of the tide in this swept-in-by-the-sea mini collection featuring semi-precious abalone pops of cream pearl and an on-trend turquoise color palette.

Clara:  Genuine cubic zirconia crystals, shiny gold plating + iridescent Kyocera opal gemstones, Clara calls to mind the watery reflections of the Mediterranean coastline.

Sur Mer: Get away to the French Riviera with sparkling swept-in-from-the-sea designs, featuring clear crystal pave starfish, textured shaky shells + bejeweled coral motifs.

La Place:  Drawing inspiration from underwater wonders + sparkling South of France sighs, layers of luxe beading + semi-precious stone heed the siren call of style.

Toujours: Adding to our collection of essential pieces, this collection was created for "always" or "toujours" wear, these haute-hammered metals feature on-trend fringe + interlocking luxe loops, perfect for mixing, matching + layering to your heart's content.

Riviera:  Set sail for paradise in the carefree color palette of the Mediterranean coast, featuring semi-precious peach jade + hand-swirled geometric gemstones.

Find your favorites and add some summer fun to your summer style!