Stimulistas, we apologize in advance. We've discovered a new jewelry line that you are going to want to run right out and purchase but the good news is it's versatile and affordable.

Designer Sarah Byrne has created SIMS Jewelry; handcrafted in Kelowna, BC, SIMS is a versatile line of necklaces, pendants and bracelets. The beauty of this line is that you can buy necklaces and pendants separately and then mix and match to create your own custom look depending on your mood and your outfit. Genius!

SIMS pieces are crafted from Sterling Silver and accented with Swarovski Crystals, pearls and glass beads that come to gather in a stunning design that can be dressed up or down. We envision the piece we've shown here worn casual with cropped jeans and a tee or with your favourite little black dress.

SIMS Jewelry is available locally at LUCY in Langley. Necklaces are priced from $15.99 - $32.99 and pendants are $12.99 - $19.99. Very affordable.

LUCY is offering a special introductory discount to Stimuli readers. Starting today and valid until February 23, 2012, receive 20% off your purchase of SIMS Jewelry. Just print off this editorial or mention that you saw it in Stimuli Magazine to receive the discount.

Here at Stimuli Magazine we've admitted more than once that we may have a bit of a handbag fetish, however, as much as we love a great purse, sometimes we just don't want to carry one. Think about when you're going out dancing or for drinks. Do you want to worry about your handbag? No, you don't.

Neither did Elizabeth Anne, a Vancouver, BC woman who now lives in Calgary. Tired of losing her purse, she began keeping her money and ID inside her knee highs which proved very uncomfortable, so she began searching online for boots with built-in pockets and was surprised to discover that there were none available. Determined to solve the problem, Elizabeth Anne has spent the last two years creating Purse N' Boots.

The initial offering is a knee high boot constructed of soft Napa leather with a 2.8" heel and a thick rubber sole for comfort and traction. The secret is in the hidden pockets; the left boot has a pocket big enough to fit your iPhone or Blackberry and the right boot has 3 credit card slots and a small velcro pouch for coins and a house key. A hidden elastic panel gives extra room in the calf to accommodate the pockets while still ensuring a form-fitting look.

Purse N' Boots are definitely an investment piece as they retail for $399.99, however, the quality construction means you'll have them for years. You can order your pair online from elizabethanneshoes.com.

Win a Pair of Purse N' Boots!

One lucky reader will win a pair of Elizabeth Anne Purse N' Boots! To enter, post a comment on this editorial. The winner will be announced on Friday., February 17, 2012.

Thank you to all our entrants and congratulations to Sandra R., the winner of the contest.

We're back to the grey days of February, but Stimulistas, It's time to break out of our winter wardrobe box and add some texture and colour to our outfits. The fact that our newest little find is able to multi-task as much as we do is an added bonus.

We just discovered these handmade Sweet Nova Clips and we love them!  Created by a local mom who is a graduate of Emily Carr, the clips are intended as a hair accessory for babies and little girls. Having said that, we think they make a great brooch to add a little punch to your outfit. The felt rosette has a great texture that is perfect as a fall & winter accessory, but with spring just around the corner (we hope), the colourful Ranunculus has caught our eye.

Wondering how to wear you new purchase? Why not clip the flowers onto the collar of your shirt or use it to create a unique knot with a scarf?  It's also perfectly appropriate as your own little grown-up hair accessory when tucked into the back of a ponytail.

You can pick up your own multi-tasking Sweet Nova clip at La Belle Vie in Cloverdale or online at sweetnova.com. Prices range from $4.00 - $9.00.

Winter is hard on our leather boots and shoes. The rain, salt and snow turn our beautiful leather into a dried out and stained mess. Not pretty at all.

Bring your boots back to life with Boot Rescue. The all-natural formula will wipe away salt stains and other dirt to restore your footwear back to their original glory. We love that they are a wipe and packaged in an easy-to-carry pack of 15.  Keep one in your car and in your purse.

Wondering how Boot Rescue works? Take a look at the video.
 

Boot Rescue is a Canadian company and the wipes are available online for $6.50 each pack or 3 packs for $15.00.

While the men in our lives may not fully understand, jewellery is a necessary part of a woman's wardrobe. We do admit, however, that our collection of bracelets, necklaces, rings and earrings can be a little less than organized. Not only does that create a chaotic environment in your bathroom, it can damage the pieces you've worked so hard to collect.

We LOVE the Little Black Dress Hanging Jewellery Organizer from Umbra. With 24 hook and loop tabs and 39 clear pockets, this canvas jewellery storage system has a place for everything and keeps everything in it's place. Hang it in your closet or on the back of your bathroom door for quick referral when planning your outfit.

They've just arrived yesterday at La Belle Vie in Cloverdale and retail for $25.99. Hurry in - they're selling very quickly!