Perkadot Stylist of the Week

Say hello to my Perkadot Stylist of the Week! As an Associate Director and Founding Leader with Stella & Dot, I have a team of over 100 amazing, astonishing, and all-around awesome women, and a few good men, across the country. Each week, I’m going to feature a stylist on my team. This week, it’s Vanessa Kass!

Name: Vanessa Kass

City/State: Wethersfield, CT

Career Rank: Stylist

Start Date: April 24, 2014

Who are you? (your background, what you do, and a little about yourself). Teacher by trade. State Department defector. PhD in the writing. Momma of 2 boys. Both gingers. Wife. Sister. Friend.

Why did you become a stylist?

Needed some extra income. It was this or an adult toy company. I chose wisely.

What has been your most exciting achievement in your business? I was able to leave my job at the SDE and know we would be fine.

If you could only share three tips with another stylist, what would you say?

1.The answer is always no unless you ask. Always ask.

2. I'm still scared. Daily. I make the calls anyway.

3. When you are afraid/embarrassed/unsure how to offer the opportunity (and you will be) - think of yourself. If this isn't a perfect match for you but it's done the amazing things. Don't count out the person for whom it also doesn't seem a good match. See #1 above.

What is your 2015 goal with Stella & Dot? Create a team of stylists that let me help the get their why. To give my team the same financial freedom and flexibility, love and life room they need in this crazy hamster wheel of doing and getting and needing,

What brings you the most #sdjoy in your business?

Right now? The opportunity that I see unfolding. Things are great but they are going to get awesome.

If you were an ice cream flavor, what would you be and why? The kind that tastes amazing but also dissolves cellulite. Because that's the type of ice cream I want to eat. If not, Oreo. Because, erm, it Has Oreos in it

Favorite place you've ever visited and why?

I am picking 2. 1.London. I lived there for 6 months against ,y parent's wishes. That was HUGE. That city is where I belong and started me on the journey to myself. If I could live there now, I would. 2. The Finger Lakes. Too many reasons to name. Suffice it to say, you can't walk five feet without hitting a winery with a tasting room.

Finish this sentence: When I was a little girl, I dreamed of being healthy and happy and free.

If you were a piece of Stella & Dot jewelry, what would you be and why? The mixed metal sutton. It's different and unexpected and interesting. Classic with a little edge. It can go out on the town or watch a movie on the couch. It seems pricey on the onset but is clearly worth every penny. Every. Penny.

Perkadot Stylist of the Week

Say hello to my Perkadot Stylist of the Week! As an Associate Director and Founding Leader with Stella & Dot, I have a team of over 100 amazing, astonishing, and all-around awesome women, and a few good men, across the country. Each week, I’m going to feature a stylist on my team. This week, it’s Gretchen Ross!

Name: Gretchen Ross
City/State: Camp Lejeune, NC
Career Rank: Stylist
Start Date: April 2014

Who are you?
I am married to a Marine for 10 years this week!  I have 3 kids, 5,4, and  a 1 year old.  I stay at home with them, but I was an RN in my former life lol.  I am from south Texas, I have lived in California, Oklahoma, and now  North Carolina.  Moving to VA soon. 

Why did you become a stylist?
I became a stylist because I became obsessed with the products!! 


What has been your most exciting achievement in your business?
I earned a couple of the coupons and that was great!


If you could only share three tips with another stylist, what would you say?
Buy what you would wear and love to promote.


What is your 2015 goal with Stella & Dot?
My goal with lots of life changes happening is to keep up as best I can until I am settled.

What brings you the most #sdjoy in your business?

I love when people realize how much fun stella and dot stuff is and see past the prices and realize it's great stuff

If you were an ice cream flavor, what would you be and why?
Mint chocolate chip, neutral with a little something extra


Favorite place you've ever visited and why?

Italy, everything about it was awesome

Finish this sentence:

When I was a little girl, I dreamed of singing in a musical

If you were a piece of Stella & Dot jewelry, what would you be and why? 

A pair of studs, low maintenance and versatile.

Perkadot Stylist of the Week

Say hello to my Perkadot Stylist of the Week! As an Associate Director and Founding Leader with Stella & Dot, I have a team of over 100 amazing, astonishing, and all-around awesome women, and a few good men, across the country. Each week, I’m going to feature a stylist on my team. This week, it’s Annette Lemire!

Name:   Annette Lemire

City/State:  Phoenix, AZ

Career Rank: Stylist

Start Date:  September 2014

Who are you? (your background, what you do, and a little about yourself)

I moved to Phoenix from New England 8 years ago and haven’t looked back [ok…maybe once].  I love the desert and beautiful weather and all there is to do in the sun!!!  I am a full time program manager for Graduate Medical Education at Mayo Clinic in Arizona.  I am a mom to two beautiful, grown children and I have one adorable grandson.  I don’t see them as often as I would like but love them dearly. 

Why did you become a stylist?

I became a stylist because I fell in love with the products.  My daughter was a stylist and it just seemed to make sense to join her team, have some fun, and make extra money for myself.

What has been your most exciting achievement in your business?

To date, my most exciting achievement was my first purple dot show.

If you could only share three tips with another stylist, what would you say?

·      Follow through

·      Reach out make the call

·      Wear to style

What is your 2015 goal with Stella & Dot?

I would be very happy to reach Associate Stylist by Hoopla or the end of the year.

What brings you the most #sdjoy in your business?

I love seeing all the new products that come out and especially enjoy wearing them and receiving complements and in turn being able to bring smiles to my customers faces.

If you were an ice cream flavor, what would you be and why?

I would be Maple Walnut…little bit of sweet and a bit nutty [silly] all in one bite.

Favorite place you've ever visited and why?

La Jolla California, most beautiful coast I have ever seen.

Finish this sentence: When I was a little girl, I dreamed of LIVING ON THE BEACH

If you were a piece of Stella & Dot jewelry, what would you be and why?

I would be the Havana pendant.  The different looks/moods are ME.

Perkadot Stylist of the Week

Say hello to my Perkadot Stylist of the Week!

As an Associate Director and Founding Leader with Stella & Dot, I have a team of over 100 amazing, astonishing, and all-around awesome women, and a few good men, across the country.

Each week, I’m going to feature a stylist on my team. This week, it’s Carmen Howe!

Name: Carmen Howe

City/State: Wethersfield, CT

Career Rank: Stylist

Start Date: January, 2014

Who are you? I'm a mom to 2 amazing little boys and 2 sweet dogs, a wife to a loving husband and a high school social studies teacher. I am always on the go and thrive by constantly managing a full plate. I love to organize (maybe not as much as Naomi!), cook/bake, travel and I'm a Starbucks junkie. I hope to start my 6th year degree in school administration next year and one day want to open a dog rescue farm. I absolutely love my life and everyone in it!!

Why did you become a stylist? For many reasons- extra spending $, to get out of the house and to drink wine with new girlfriends! Oh, and the jewelry perks were just icing on the cake. 

What has been your most exciting achievement in your business? Ending 2014 by being #7 in sales!! :)

If you could only share three tips with another stylist, what would you say? 1- be positive about all aspects of the business (the products, the process, the possibilities); 2- get out of your circle as quickly as possible by offering the opportunity to host and style to everyone; 3- be genuine with your customers

What is your 2015 goal with Stella & Dot? To be consistent each month...slow and steady!

What brings you the most #sdjoy in your business? Meeting other admirable women who are movers and shakers!

If you were an ice cream flavor, what would you be and why? Java Chip; I'm addicted to Starbucks, duuhh, and a woman always needs a bit of chocolate in her life!!

Favorite place you've ever visited and why? Europe- the countries I've been to are so diverse but all so beautiful and rich in fascinating history.

Finish this sentence: When I was a little girl, I dreamed of being a waitress, astronaut and a mom all at the same time. Hahaha

If you were a piece of Stella & Dot jewelry, what would you be and why? The white stone sutton...extremely versatile, classy and loves to come out for a good party!! :)

My Ten Fall Must Haves

Sometimes, we go to the same pieces in our wardrobes as safe pieces. Here's my top ten pieces I go to pretty much on a weekly basis.

A good pair of boyfriend jeans. My favorite right now are from Banana Republic.



THE Herringbone vest. You know the JCrew one that every person on Instagram styles almost every day. yep- add me to the club.



This is my FAVORITE top right now. It was like $20 on sale at Old Navy one random day recently and it's soft, comfy, cozy, and perfect!



A fun pop-of-color scarf. Orange and elephants, how can you go wrong?! This one is from Stella & Dot and seriously goes with everything.



Chambray. Everyone needs chambray. In more than one color. Light, medium, and dark. Personally, I just get a few each year from Old Navy and wear the, til they fall apart. Then keep them to lounge around the house in!



A pair of knee-high riding boots. My newest Target finds. I wanted a black pair as I already have two brown pairs. But love the pop of brown up top for fun. Plus, they're wide enough for jeans or leggings without cutting off circulation to my legs.



A blanket scarf. Last year, I bought this one and the navy one from Zara and live in them both while out and about and while inside curled up. So snuggly and perfect for every style!



An everyday sparkly bracelet and studs. Say hello to my go-to sparkles for everyday. Stella & Dot Amelie bracelet and Nancy studs. Every woman needs these. Everyone.



A fun shoe. For me, it's my Cole Haan metallic oxfords. I have the gunmetal grey ones, but those navy ones are quite tempting...



These are my top ten fall must haves. What's on your list?

xo

Stella & Dot for Breast Cancer Awareness

Happy weekend!



It's time to kick the last week of October by doing good with Stella & Dot's Breast Cancer Awareness Boutique. One of the things I love so much about being a stylist is being able to use my job to give back to others and be of service to others. So far this year, I've donated over $5,000 to various charities from my monthly fundraiser trunk shows. This year, my goal was 100 bracelets. Pretty scary and mildly overwhelming but I've done it before so I am going for it again!



I ADORE sharing our NEW Breast Cancer Awareness bracelets that give 100% of the net profits to benefit the Noreen Fraser Foundation. Noreen Fraser, NFF’s Founder and CEO, was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 2001 and has been living with Stage IV metastatic breast cancer since 2003. Noreen’s dream is that no other woman will have to endure the fight she has fought. She is a fighter- we all know a fighter. We should fight for ALL the fighters. And save them all.



If you would like to support this cause by shopping the Breast Cancer Boutique, visit my website, donate, and make an impact today.



Look good and do good at the same time!

xo

Nashville LOVES Stella & Dot

Are you a fan of the show Nashville?! Well, if so, you've probably noticed some fabulous accessories! Well, they're from the company, Stella & Dot, where I am a stylist! We have partnered with the show's creative directors to add some sparkle, some fabulous accessories, and some added flair in. Check out upcoming episodes and let me know what you spot!



 





When you watch a television show, do you ever pause to tv to get a better look at what someone is wearing so you can copy it? Yeah- so do I!

Interested in checking out where to get some of these styles? Check out my website!