
Class of 1993
What a good year for me. I met my future husband, graduated from College with my B.F.A. from The University of the Arts in Philadelphia and went about finding the rest of my life. We leave the nest we call college and often do not look back. Today I received my copy of A Forum, the university paper. I am always so interested to see what success stories have come from the amazing school.Jared Leto was the first of my class to really make it BIG! I know he would not remember me, but… he was at a few of our dorm parties freshman year. Little known fact, he had longer hair than all the girls!
Today to my surprise another 1993 grad has made it to the big time! Ana Ortiz has an amazing resume! Most recent credit ABC hit: UGLY BETTY! I do not remember her. She too may have been at some of those wild parties… I can only say, well… Ana, if you find this posting… Hope I can dress you in jewels for a red carpet event someday!

Class of 2003.
Donovan Cain of the band, MILWAUKEE’S. Too young to have shared an evening at Dirty Frank’s together… But, was cool and very talented rock group from Jersey! Check them out even The New York Times was impressed!

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Categories: Amanda Jaron , Behind The Scenes and Celebrity Sightings
Time: 8:12pm on the 1st of April, 2008
Heidi Klum & Amanda Jaron now have something in common!
No, she is not wearing my jewels on the Red Carpet, YET!
But, we have both been featured on the pages of a Frankurt Germany Style Magazine.
TOP FRANKURT April Issue:
features my Eco Chic, Recycled, Coca-Cola Bracelet and Me!

Translated. (thanks google)
“A tribute to the hottest trend in the United States: The bracelet Diamonds,
Pearls & Coca-Cola by celebrity jewelry designer Amanda Jaron
Embodies luxurious way to the popular eco-chic. With 18-karat white gold,
Diamonds and freshwater pearls produced, it is probably the most noble, what
A Coke bottle can be.”
Thank you Top Magazine! Don’t mind being in the same company as Roberto Coin either!
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Categories: Amanda Jaron , International Fashion , Shopping , Celebrity Sightings , inspiration and new designs
Time: 5:30pm on the 31st of March, 2008

I found Lisa Moss on line some years ago. Her site just spoke to me. It felt honest and warm. I contacted her and well, the rest is history. Charmed by CocoaCrayon was “born”

Her site reads:
“Charmed by Cocoa Crayon is a collection of gold and silver jewelry. Each piece has been designed to represent a timeless symbol of motherhood and childhood, executed in a distinctively vintage modern style.
Inspired by my daughters, Maxine and Tyler, I had a vision to create unique, modern charms that could be worn clustered together or individually, by grandmothers, mothers and daughters at any age.
To take the line from idea to reality with the highest standards, I teamed with jeweler Amanda Jaron, whose designs have been worn by celebrities and seen in esteemed fashion pages.”
Please do not forget about yourself this Mother’s Day. Forward this to your husband and get something you really, really want this year!!!!
Orders come packaged in a custom chocolate brown jewelry box. All pieces are available in solid 14k gold or sterling silver. Click here to see information about placing an order.
And yes, Oprah hand picked this collection for her O List! It is a must have!!!!

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Categories: Amanda Jaron , Celebrity Sightings , favorite things , inspiration and new designs
Time: 8:07pm on the 30th of March, 2008
Tropical storms and hurricanes are a common theme in Florida. This was clearly a perfect storm.
Pure luxury this condo remodel has truly inspired me!
The Team of Architects Unlimited, headed by Stephen Hruby, decorated by, The Interior Design Firm and masterful constructed by Steve Jaron (yes, our last names are the same, He’s my husband!) of Renovate and Restore ,LLC all of Naples, FL created a space that is in my opinion pure perfection!
Feeling Inspired, I enjoyed adding my virtual sparkle to the project!

Check out these amazing talents for your next South West Florida Construction Project!
www.architectsunlimited.com Steve Hruby
http://www.theidfirm.com/
www.renovateandrestore.com Stephen Jaron
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Categories: Shopping , Amanda Jaron , Neapolitan Treasures , favorite things , inspiration and Uncategorized
Time: 5:34am on the 12th of March, 2008
MANIFESTO of a blog that has really captured my interest.
We believe that…anything goes. You have the freedom to define your life & personal style and the license to change your mind always and often. Knowledge of our society & culture, it’s places, people and their ideas (hence ‘Gallery of Goods’) empowers all of us. You are ‘at-liberty’ to create your world.

I have to admit that it was the jewelry photos that caught my eye. I love the purity of the jewelry photos… have to admit , my favorite: Liberty Zoo On the Loose Again . Thank you Liberty Post keep them coming!
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Categories: favorite things and inspiration
Time: 9:00pm on the 25th of February, 2008
Gotta Love Naples, Florida. 82 degrees on Christmas Day!

Colors of Christmas: Red & Green Coral & Turquoise

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Categories: Neapolitan Treasures , favorite things and inspiration
Time: 8:38pm on the 27th of December, 2007

Ronda Carman - Founder/Editor, ALL THE BEST
My Blogging Muse
Founded in January 2007 as an online guide to stylish living, All the Best has garnered attention from press and readers (including me) around the world. Daily posts include topics ranging from design, wine, shopping, travel, fashion and art. A native Texan now living in the United Kingdom Ronda uses her blog as a way to indulge all of her various interests and chronicle the very best from both the States and the UK.
Her blog has been so wildly successful that she has just quit her full-time job to focus solely on blogging and writing a book version of ALL THE BEST!!!
Her writing, and eye for style is second to none. I wish her ALL THE BEST! I can not wait to read the book!
She has not only inspired me to start writing, but she has also introduced me to so many other talented artist and designers.

I love the ALL THE BEST illustrated header by, Patricia van Essche the artist/designer behind pve designs.
Thanks, Ronda for the inspiration!
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Time: 7:56pm on the 24th of November, 2007
Looking for the Perfect Present?
Yes, Neiman Marcus is selling a 1 million dollar rough cut diamond. As a designer, that maybe my perfect present…
If the rough cut diamond is not for you, I recommend My Perfect Present Ring in Platinum with more than 4 carats of Black and White Diamonds

photo Michelle TriccaPrice Upon Request- special order
available online and at select Saks Fifth Ave stores
If diamonds are not in your budget this Holiday Season,
my bolder Fashion version of The Perefect Present Ring

in sterling silver and semi precious stones retails: $320.00
contact me for all available colors and sizes
amanda@ajaron.com
online and at select Saks Fifth Ave stores.
Happy Shopping!
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Categories: Shopping , favorite things , inspiration and new designs
Time: 10:14pm on the 22nd of November, 2007

Happy Turkey Day!
Wonder want Martha Stewart is doing?
me, you guessed it. Dinner and the Beach!
It’s 82 degrees here in Naples today!

michelle tricca photo
Love living in paradise!
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Categories: Neapolitan Treasures , favorite things and inspiration
Time: 6:58pm on the 21st of November, 2007
With Thanksgiving approaching. I wanted to thank my very loving & supporting husband.

My Husband, Steve Jaron and I
seen here at the N Magazine ENNY Awards this past Fall 2007
Held at the International Design Center - Estero, Florida

photo: Michelle Tricca
Mother of Pearl- Atlantis Ring Collection - Pieces awarded “Finalist” in N Magazines ENNY’s 2007
Also, check out this ring on the NYC fashion pages of Modern Bride Magazine shown in Brides.com
Loving that Claire Pettibone gown too!

Thank you again to my husband who is there by my side to support me.
He a very talented General Contractor in Naples, Florida owns his
own award winning business Renovate and Restore
Thank you Steve.
Happy Thanksgiving.
www.renovateandrestore.com
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Categories: Behind The Scenes , Fashion Shows , Neapolitan Treasures and new designs
Time: 9:32pm on the 20th of November, 2007