Dina Varano

Friday, Feb 10 introducing the AMORE collection

noreply@blogger.com (Dina Varano) — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:57:00 +0000

To help you find that special something for your special someone on Valentine's Day, Dina Varano will unveil her new Amore collection, on Friday, February 10, through Sunday, February 12. Sure to capture the hearts of many! Be among the first to select from the new beautiful jewelry. This special collection will feature a complimentary autographed watercolor card by Dina, which demonstrates her inspiration behind the collection.
click to see collection

A visit to Dina's working studio features a floor to ceiling wall of drawings and sketches that are the beginning stages of the inspirations behind each of Dina's jewelry designs. "People have always commented how they enjoy seeing the inspiration behind each piece of jewelry." This winter Dina decided she would create watercolors on handmade paper to illustrate her vision behind the limited edition, one-of-a-kind, Amore collection. The autographed watercolors depict Dina's creative thought process.

Dina enjoys supporting other local artisans, and this year,she will be helping customers indulge their Valentine sweet tooth. With every purchase of Dina Varano jewelry, customers will receive two handmade specialty chocolates from River Chocolates in Essex. Yum!

*Open Everyday until Valentine's Day 10-5:30*including Monday

mad about love

noreply@blogger.com (Dina Varano) — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:46:00 +0000

Most days, all you need is...

noreply@blogger.com (Dina Varano) — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:41:00 +0000

Winter Sale starts Friday, Jan 20

noreply@blogger.com (Dina Varano) — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 20:16:00 +0000

A mix of select store favorites including baby, tabletop, home decor, handbags, scarves, accessories and jewelry!
Open Tuesday-Saturday 10-5:30 and Sunday 11-5

I am.

noreply@blogger.com (Dina Varano) — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 16:48:00 +0000

Happy 2012. May it be full of wonder and happiness!!!

noreply@blogger.com (Dina Varano) — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 04:36:00 +0000

Fingerless Gloves

noreply@blogger.com (Dina Varano) — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 18:21:00 +0000

My favorite of the season. Fingerless gloves. One of our new artists from Colorado uses reclaimed cashmere. So soft and colorful!

noreply@blogger.com (Dina Varano) — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 02:58:00 +0000

Listening to the new release of Amy Winehouse today.

Chan Luu on December 7th from 6-9 pm in Chester

noreply@blogger.com (Dina Varano) — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 00:37:00 +0000

Chan Luu wrap bracelets and scarves will be the feature for this Wednesday Evenings Full of Wonder.
From 6-9 pm you can sip River Tavern cocktails and try on some of these gorgeous pieces from Chan Luu. See what all the celebrities are talking about! http://www.chanluu.com/v/vspfiles/static/celebs/gisele.html

Chester Stroll Tonight 5-9 pm The town will be Sparkling!

noreply@blogger.com (Dina Varano) — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 14:02:00 +0000

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Tonight at the shop from 6-9 pm

noreply@blogger.com (Dina Varano) — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 17:09:00 +0000

"Wednesday Evenings Full of Wonder"
You are invited to these events every Wednesday evening this season, Nov 30th - Dec 21st, from 6-9p.m. Dina will unveil her line of jewelry in sterling, gold and precious stones for the holiday and feature a new collection from the store. Delicious River Tavern cocktails will be served. Celebrate with us and the other shops in town.

A new shipment from Latico, one of our favorite leather lines, will be featured tonight. Made in New Jersey, fun prints on the inside and a colorful array on the outside. From wallets to over the shoulder bags, to clutch styles, you'll find the perfect one!

A Thankful Celebration this weekend, Friday Nov 25-Sunday Nov 27

noreply@blogger.com (Dina Varano) — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 14:55:00 +0000


Starting Friday, Nov 25th - Sunday, Nov 27th we will be celebrating SHOP LOCAL. As a Thank you for choosing our store we will be serving mimosas and having specials throughout the store!

Happy Turkey Day!!

noreply@blogger.com (Dina Varano) — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 14:44:00 +0000

Snow on the pumpkins today!

noreply@blogger.com (Dina Varano) — Sat, 29 Oct 2011 20:16:00 +0000

Chester Halloween Celebration

noreply@blogger.com (Dina Varano) — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 14:18:00 +0000


Sparkly and Spooky! Friday evening in Chester, October 28th, 5-9 pm Diamonds and Pumpkins oh my!

Rilke

noreply@blogger.com (Dina Varano) — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 17:37:00 +0000

A favorite. 'Letters to a Young Poet' always fills me with courage.

First fire of the season!

noreply@blogger.com (Dina Varano) — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 04:13:00 +0000

Off to a great start at the RISD sale in sunny Providence!

noreply@blogger.com (Dina Varano) — Sat, 15 Oct 2011 14:42:00 +0000

So cute! New wall hangings from Sugarboo.

noreply@blogger.com (Dina Varano) — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 12:09:00 +0000

RISD Sale this Saturday, October 15th

noreply@blogger.com (Dina Varano) — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 01:54:00 +0000

Come to Providence this Saturday! All along Benefit Street artists from RISD will be showing their wares. Stop by and say Hi. I'll be there with my new jewels!

Chester Night is this Friday!

noreply@blogger.com (Dina Varano) — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 19:54:00 +0000

Join us Friday, September 16th, from 5-9 pm. Come by for a toast and see the new treasures Dina has created and found for the store.

Hope everyone stays safe during this Hurricane!!

noreply@blogger.com (Dina Varano) — Sat, 27 Aug 2011 14:46:00 +0000

Alexander McQueen

noreply@blogger.com (Dina Varano) — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 19:25:00 +0000

I was so moved seeing the Alexander McQueen show at the Metropolitan Museum yesterday. His imagination, his vision, inventing and re-inventing, his spirit, his ability to take risks, to push an idea, to create such drama and fantasy coupled with superb craftsmanship. I could go on and on. When you stand there amongst his world that he created in such a short time, you are overwhelmed with how much he gave of himself to the project at hand. He didn't compromise. He went all the way. Thank you, Mr. McQueen, I am so inspired and fueled by what you left us!

Of course I loved all of the accessories. The shoes, the head pieces, the jewelry...
As I have always been fascinated by the spine, this was worn over the clothing and the tail moved. Click to read and see more of the spine corset

What a great performance piece! Read about this model being spray painted by robots on stage

He is quoted often of his influence from nature. ..."I'm inspired by a feather but also its color, its graphics, its weightlessness and its engineering..."
This dress of duck feathers is so fantastic and has the details and hints to the beauty and subtleties of the body.
Romantic and macabre

Sarah Burton the creative director of the Alexander McQueen brand is quoted saying,
"Often, Lee would tell me to read books, to look at artists, or to listen to a piece of music. That was the thing about Lee, his mind was so active. Every season, Lee wasn't just designing clothes. He really was an artist. He had to better himself, and it was just relentless. But, in saying that, he loved doing it so much. I'd never see him happier than when he was here, touching things, making things."

A must see, SAVAGE BEAUTY, it closes this Sunday http://blog.metmuseum.org/alexandermcqueen/

http://www.alexandermcqueen.com/

Congratts to Elizabeth, our winner of the $50 Gift Certificate to the store!! Enjoy!!

noreply@blogger.com (Dina Varano) — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 17:00:00 +0000

Summer Time = Hoop Earrings!

noreply@blogger.com (Dina Varano) — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 17:59:00 +0000