$120 and $80; Sorrelli.com
Swarovski crystals, semiprecious stones and glass in a half-dozen colors adorn the latest antique gold-finished cuff from Sorrelli, a Kutztown, Pa. jewelry maker founded by Lisa Oswald, 47. Sorrelli sells heirloom-inspired pieces made of brass and burnished with antique gold or silver finishes. Recently Sorrelli was recruited to create pieces for celebrity gift baskets handed out at the American Music Awards and Academy Awards. Sorrelli's bestsellers, available at upscale department stores such as Bloomingdale's and Nordstrom, are one-strand bracelets with colored crystals and necklaces as long as 28 inches, meant to be layered.  Money Magazine put together a panel of women ages 20 to 70 to sample 5 popular Valentine's Day chocolates. Taste and presentation were considered, along with value. (more)  Are you thinking of starting a business? Got a question about financing, technology, taxes, team management, or any other topic related to launching or owning your own firm? The FSB editors are standing by to help. (more) |
