Sunday, February 13, 2011

Trunk Show to Go - "style will travel"

Trunk Show To Go
"Style will Travel"

·       life too hectic?
·       schedule too crazy?
·       no time to officially host?

Honey, I have the solution for you!!!

Custom totes filled with an assortment of Stella & Dot pieces to take to work, to the gym, to the play school; to take anywhere!

Earn full hostess benefits (that's free bling girlfriend) without having to set time aside and most importantly clean your house

Sound good to you?
Email me to arrange the delivery of your custom tote and let the 'party' begin!
jackiehickson@shaw.ca
www.stelladot.com/jackiehickson

 

Monday, January 10, 2011

Power of Style

Power of Style
Jackie's Escapes
One of my favorite passions is travelling the world, discovering new and exciting places, experiencing life's adventures; and meeting friends around the globe; to me - it is all about life style and how I choose to live my life to the fullest.
I have been blessed to see so many things; from howler monkeys in Costa Rica (while doing sunrise yoga on the beach) to most recently attending fashion week in Dubai, UAE and zip lining over the tree tops in the Mayan Riviera
"Escaping" is my way of regrouping, re-focussing and adjusting my thoughts in order to live a more giving life. Being of service for my family, my friends, my community and myself are what really brings "style" to my life.
I created Jackie's Escapes to bring you pleasure - to bring you affordable travel experiences for you and your family, for you and your girlfriends, for you and your spouse, but mainly for YOU!
A few of the grand escapes I can look at for you include the following; come back often to the site to see the latest excursions. Have a place in mind, just tell me and I will get you the best rate possible through "escapes"
Until we bump in to each other at the airport......Jackie
Glimpse of South AmericaDiscover some of South America's hottest spots on this spectacular 11-day journey. Start with the magnificent city of Rio and see one of the New Seven Wonders of the World - the statue of Christ the Redeemer. Continue to breathtaking Iguassu Falls and finish in Buenos Aires, the cultural capital of South America.
Maldives, a perfect destinationMaldives has deep blue seas, turquoise reefs, white sandy beaches and palm trees. It is also a place full of character, where its people have long spent their days languishing in the very essence of idyll living. While it is the perfect place to sit on a beach and watch a sunset with a cocktail balanced on your hand, it is also a geographical marvel, knowing that there are thousands of fish swimming around the vivid corals just a few feet away from where you sit.

Glories of GreeceWhen staying on one of the islands of Greece, you'll receive a two-fold benefit. First, the scenic mountains, forests and coastlines will mesmerize you. Second, there's a quiet stillness in many of the remote locations that is very inviting if you want a peaceful vacation. If you plan to visit several different islands in Greece, you might find an island tour package helpful. You'll be able to visit several different popular islands, and the travel agency takes care of your transportation to and from the islands by ferry and also your hotel stay at each island. You can enjoy islands such as Crete, Kos, Lesvos and Rhodes during your visit to Greece without the typical hassles. These tour packages are also great if you're planning to tour the Cyclades. Many packages enable you to choose which islands you want to visit during your stay, and your hotels as well.

Travel around the world to my best adventure - Dubai - coming this fall. Stay tuned for a fun filled week planned by yours truly!
Rates:
Booking fee is $150 per trip
Trip quotes do not include airfare

Friday, November 19, 2010

Personal Shopping - Is it for you?

Personal Shopping
Power of Style
Making the right decision can be as easy as reaching for a favourite dress or suit. But it helps to have an expert to provide answers that you can live with and love.
Whether it is for day, weekend or an event, Personal Shopping becomes an indispensable service where we provide you with perfect options that suit your sense of style.
It may come as a surprise that the service is one of the most sought after services for the busy, micromanaged woman today. Taking the uncertainness out of shopping decisions, having "the girl in the know" to be honest, true, and frank regarding how things look from every angle. Someone to 'bypass' the sales person who may only be there to say yes to everything and make their commission and hourly wage! Have you ever been there? Have you ever walked out of a store not certain about a purchase; then having your BFF say "hmmmm, that's nice....." Ya, not so much!
Starting with a "closet audit" my services start at this crucial place - taking an inventory of what you have, what needs to go, what can be 're-invented' with some tweaking, what should be donated. Sometimes all it takes is "a new set of eyes"
Do you know what your body type is? Do you know what styles are right for you and your shape? Did you know that the same rules apply regardless if you are a 2 or a 22? The most exciting moment for me is when someone has a "uh huh" moment regarding her personal look and realizes how easy dressing becomes when you know what styles and fits are best for your figure type!
Want to hear more? Please visit my website and feel free to comment on this blog. I look forward to reading your comments and helping women feel and look their best.
Jackie Hickson www.powerofstyle.ca jackiehickson@shaw.ca (403) 870 8573

Tuesday, November 16, 2010

ZENOBIA

ZENOBIA
"A culture and design aesthetic where elegance, sophistication, femininity, relevance, simplicity and modernity are the guiding mantras!"

My name is Jackie Hickson, I am a personal stylist in Calgary, AB. I am thrilled to announce that I have recently accepted the position of Western Canada Sales Director for Zenobia. My role will encompass all things service for you, our Zenobia client. I have over 20 years of experience in women's apparel and specialize in determining a woman's unique body type by figure analysis in order to ensure the right garments for her individual figure regardless of her size.

We are proud to be launching our Spring 2011 collection in Calgary with a series of private appointments beginning Monday, November 22nd until Wednesday, December 1st. I would enjoy the opportunity to meet you and work with you to find that one of a kind piece or develop your personalized wardrobe plan. I am in the process of booking appointments with the many women who have come to love and count on personalized attention and care to detail that personalized shopping brings.

I have attached our Spring 2011 electronic look book for you to peruse. I would like the opportunity to call on you to follow up to get your most valued opinion on our collection, and set your private appointment with me as your very own personalized stylist. Please respond to this email with the most convenient number to reach you.

I am excited to share with you two new enhancements to the Zenobia shopping experience; free shipping and free alterations; two areas that will allow me to provide even better customer care for you.

This new addition to my arsenal of services is a perfect fit to The Power of Style company that I created in January 2010 - incorporating all things style for you and your busy lifestyle. Along with the luxe accessory collection Stella & Dot I have the tools to take you "from drab to fab" in one sitting; the ultimate in luxury, the ultimate in convenience, the ultimate in service.

The Zenobia collection is created for you in sizes 2 to 24W - 75% made in Canada; our leathers in Italy and our knitwear in Italy and Eastern Europe.

Please pass this on to anyone who you feel would benefit from this service. Coming in 2011 Calgary's very first loft shopping experience exclusively created for you. Stay tuned for media events to help us launch this new way of shopping!
www.powerofstyle.ca
www.zenobia.ca
jackiehickson@shaw.ca
(403) 870 8573

Sunday, November 14, 2010

ZENOBIA

How does a fashion company get her name? What inspires her? Who does she design for? Please let me introduce to you Power of Style's new partner ZENOBIA


Zenobia ruled the desert country of Palmyra, initially with her husband Odenathus. She bore him three sons and "an unknown number of daughters". Said to be a direct descendant of Egyptian Ptolomeian Cleopatra, half Greek and Half Arab, she ...was one of the great beauties of her day. She was highly educated, spoke seve...ral languages (Egyptian and Greek among them), and also wrote the first complete history of her country. Zenobia was gifted in other disciplines too: military and hunting, often accompanying her husband in the quarry of lions, panthers and other dangerous animals. Together with her husband she acquired for Rome the vast territories of Syria, Mesopotamia, and West Armenia. Thanks to their military accomplishments, Palmyra enjoyed a far extended autonomy within the Roman Empire. After the tragic death of her husband, Zenobia, rather than rest on her laurels and draw from her glory, chose a life of action over more ladylike endeavors. She won more territories for Rome (Egypt among them), which she claimed as rightfully hers. Zenobia's Palmyra, the City of Palms, was inhabited by 30,000 people and was flourishing, profiting from trade taxation, as it was an important stopping place for the caravans that carried trade goods along the Old Silky Road between China, Persia and the Roman Empire. Being a powerful monarch of a very rich metropolis, Zenobia was not only a truly remarkable ruler, famous for her judicious policies and prudence, but her subjects adored her. She was also a very thoughtful mother - she gave her sons Latin education, grooming them for future higher honors within the empire. Powerful and daring, she started minting her own coins, with her likeness on it, as a sovereign ruler. This, together with her growing influence, caused the Roman Empire no small grief. Three emperors tried to tame her with no success; Gallienus and Claudius's troops returned to Rome defeated. The third one, Emperor Aurelian, felt so disturbed by her actions that he decided to teach the disobedient woman a lesson and waged a war against her. Zenobia stood up to the most powerful army of her time and personally directed her armies against Aurelian's. Had it not been for her so-called allied neighboring countries, who betrayed her by siding with Aurelian, Zenobia could have won the war. The treason however deprived her of help that she needed and she was defeated by Romans. Her beautiful City of Palms was turned to ruin sacked by the Roman army. Zenobia was taken to Rome where she was exhibited in Aurelian's triumphal procession. She was humiliated, but eventually granted an honorable, afluent and comfortable life after being recognized as a charismatic and extraordinary person. Her sole surviving son was allowed an honorable retirement as well (which was quite unique under the circumstances). Her daughters married into noble Roman families and Zenobia's line proliferated until the 5th century. Zenobia, Queen of Palmyra, was brave, intelligent, level headed, practical and chocked full of sheer, raw, devil-may-care attitude...a beautiful, courageous woman, a personification of all women's values and possibilities

Coming soon, our Spring 2011 Collection

Friday, November 12, 2010

Power of Style: Stella & Dot Featured at Power of Style - Style Ne...

Power of Style: Stella & Dot Featured at Power of Style - Style Ne...: "News ReleaseOctober 29, 2010 Top Picks for Gift Giving This Holiday SeasonStyle Network PR's Gift Guide 2010Orlando, FL - Who says gift ..."

Stella & Dot Featured at Power of Style - Style Network Press Release


News Release
October 29, 2010


Top Picks for Gift Giving This Holiday Season
Style Network PR's Gift Guide 2010
Orlando, FL -   Who says gift giving  has to be ordinary or break the bank.  For the 2010 holiday season, Style Network PR is redefining gift giving and offering up a "must have" list of fabulous businesses where you will find the very best picks for holiday gift giving.
Let's face it, with all that rushing, consuming, and bargain-hunting, the holidays can be darn stressful.   We know that between the traffic jams, mall moms on a mission, kids who'd rather be elsewhere, and the sheer crush of holiday cheer, it can be hard to find a little time to get your head straight and find the gifts that really count.
From beautiful jewelry and imaginative play to baby blankets and adorable hooded personalized towels for the kiddies, we have your covered! 
Namely Newborns - Dedicated to the principles of quality craftsmanship, uniqueness and personalization, owners of Namely Newborns have scoured the world to find the finest baby products available. From the softest, most luxurious blankets to the most extraordinary handcrafted items, they offer a wide range of products for newborns through toddlers.
Specializing in assisting mothers-to-be with planning and outfitting nurseries and representing many of the finest manufacturers.  If you are looking for beautifully wrapped gift baskets, luxurious hooded towels, amazing quilts, personalized wipe cases, plush toys, cool shopping cart covers and car seat covers visit them at www.namelynewborns.com.

ArkMiPa Costumes - USA Distributor for Kids Safari Costumes. Foster
imaginative play, build self esteem and watch children learn through
play. These upscale costumes are certain to be a hit with the kids,
while parents enjoy the development and growth that imaginative and creative play with Kids Safari costumes encourages. With such an
extensive selection, you will be certain to find the perfect gift, even
for the pickiest child on your list. The goal at ArkMiPa Costumes is to
encourage play with no batteries. Curiosity + Creativity = Play!  
ArkMiPa Costumes prides themselves with the best customer service team anywhere. Start shopping at www.arkmipa.com.
Stella & Dot - A personal stylist of 20 years, Jackie Hickson knows and appreciates affordable luxury.  Every season Stella & Dot take cues from runway shows,  design architecture, TV and these ideas come to be within the Stella & Dot collections without being a fad.  Extremely affordable with 50% of the collection under $50!  These special gift items have a timeless feel.  Featured on Rachael Ray, Bachelor Pad and Dancing with the Stars to name a few and now you can be the ultimate gift-giver.  Visit them at www.stelladot.com/jackiehickson.
Visit the above websites to find extraordinary products to gift your loved ones this holiday season.
Style Network PR is full service PR company specializing in web-based companies. We specialize in celebrity product placement, editorial product placement, product promotion, image/branding and marketing techniques. Style Network PR understands the importance of press and brand awareness as well as the importance of reaching your target audience. Whether it be the launch of a new product or the promotion of an existing one Style Network PR offers an array of combined PR strategies, including social marketing, to give your products/business premium exposure.

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