the other day i was given the opportunity to tour the offices of whiteflash.com, an online jewelry boutique (with offices in Houston) who are experts in diamonds and custom jewelry. you can even design your own piece! their in-house designs are definitely worth noting, varying from classic, contemporary, vintage, to trendy... and i was lucky enough to score a personal tour with the ceo herself debi wexler.first, lemme say, she was a complete sweetheart and since this is a fashion blog, so well put together too! amazingly, she used to own quite the successful PC business prior to starting whiteflash.com, which won me over since my full time job is in information technology. when i asked her how she got into the jewelry industry, she put it best when she said, people are intelligent and when you put your mind to it, you can learn to do anything. over lunch we chatted about doing what you love and enjoy.. as we fawned over trays of whiteflash.com inventory.
what impressed me the most was that she is also a philanthropist helping out the victims of conflict/blood diamonds. with their dreams of africa site, they have custom designs, like this gorgeous pendant where 100% of the profits goes to the wccci. the pendants, earrings, and bracelets are the perfect addition to any jewelry collection.. because they're so versatile and great for your everyday bling. and it's for a good cause!
it was a great visit, and she didn't let me leave empty handed, but with a gorgeous petite dreams of africa diamonds for life pendant, which made the visit even more fantastic.
buying diamonds online?! o ya, i was a bit skeptical at first too.. but really it seems online shopping even for diamonds can get you the best value for your money.. but make sure you go through a trusted source... one with certified diamonds and appraisals.
if you are in the market for some bling.. definitely head over to whiteflash.com | dreamsofafrica.org and if the hubby is reading this.. i sure do like this setting.. *cough*
thanks again to debi and whiteflash.com for being so gracious and allowing me to invade their studio and a big thanks to 'my gurl' romey for setting it all up!
-issa
What a fantastic jewellery. Solid, classy and cute! Great find! ;)
ReplyDeleteHave a great Friday: Janet
thanks for the tour. that jewelry is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the shout-out "gurrrl!"
ReplyDeleteamazing photos!
ReplyDeletexx
wow very nice. so nice of her to give you a gift too!
ReplyDeletevery cool...thanks for sharing and for the link!
ReplyDeleteThat's so cool, great post!
ReplyDeletePretty jewellery! Thanks for this post, it's always great to find sources that are ethical and legitimate online.
ReplyDeleteEverything is lovely! I love the way your pictures come out on your blog :D
ReplyDeletesounds fab!
ReplyDeleteThat is a very beautiful piece of jewelry!!! How lucky are you!!! Im so jealous.
ReplyDeleteI like the color of the dress too!!! I wish they had it on the yellow dress.
ooo awesome!
ReplyDeletecheck the made blog :)
that jewelry is lovely!
ReplyDeleteI've always wanted a custom-made piece. The charm bracelet looks adorable!
ReplyDeleteWow, gorgeous! Lucky you :)
ReplyDeleteAwesome.
ReplyDeletethat sounds incredible! im envious :) but im so happy you got to do it. and that youre sharing it. have a happy weekend
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh, that sounds amazing! =] those pieces are beautiful; so classic!
ReplyDeletexoxo,
La C.
Great feature! Seriously.
ReplyDeleteWow, lovely jewelries!! :)
ReplyDeleteWow! That must have been fun :) By the way, love all of the most recent outfits hehe*
ReplyDeleteOMG, lucky you, it just comes to show that you don't need a background in the creative buissiness to break in into the creative bussiness.
ReplyDeleteCool jewellery.
ReplyDeleteAnd you look soooooo lovely.
Have a great weekend, dear
xoxo
Oh wow, that sounds like such a good experience. The jewellery looks lovely on you. Haha, I hope your husband gets the hint. xx
ReplyDelete:O Such fantastic jewellery, and she sounds like an amazing woman.
ReplyDeletewow what a great experience!! Those pictures are all drool-worthy...hmmm
ReplyDeleteSuch gorgeous stuff, Issa! I love the pendant you got- and am over-the-moon about places that do good too! If I'm ever in the diamond market, I'll head there first for sure!
ReplyDeleteOmg you're so lucky - I can't believe you got to try stuff on too!
ReplyDeleteahhh so lucky. i am still waiting for some bling coming my way from le boyf. if he is reading this, *COUGH* i want it all! ;) ps you look so cute and preppy!
ReplyDeleteOh how wonderful - great swag, and loooove your outfit!
ReplyDeletexoxox,
CC
Buying for a good cause? I'm in! lol
ReplyDeleteBeautiful , timeless collection in fact!
OH, and your outfit missy? WOW! Did you say you were "weary" with colors? I DON"T THINK SO!
xoxo
Mimi
That's so cool that you were able to get a tour, and the beautiful necklace you left with is very chic :))
ReplyDeleteI'm not really much of a diamonds girl, but I love how delicate these pieces are.
ReplyDeleteHow fun!! Those are so gorgeous :D
ReplyDeletexoxo, mavi
my goodness. what a wonderful experience you had. i recently watched a documentary on blood diamonds, so it's good to hear about a company that cares about that cause. beautiful pendant!
ReplyDeleteAhh, the bracelet in the last picture is gorgeous! Looks like you had a great day:)
ReplyDeleteooohhhh sooo fun!
ReplyDeleteooooooo custom made jewelry! awesome :)
ReplyDeleteThose designs are beautiful!
ReplyDeleteGreat outfits and lovely jewelry! It's really wonderful that they're doing what they can to help out those in need.
ReplyDeleteAlso, I just want to remind you that the Rachel Leigh belt contest ends in 10 days if you're still interested in entering. I hope you will!
Take care and enjoy the rest of your day dear :)
wow, lucky you! that pendent is so pretty!
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