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San Francisco-based social shopping startup Stella & Dot has a unique business model. Founded by entrepreneur Jessica Herrin, the company provides women with the opportunity to become independent stylists and sell the brand's one-of-a-kind jewelry and accessories through in-home trunk shows and online. Their designs, which are all under $300, have been featured on the pages of Vogue and Lucky, and worn by stars like Katy Perry and Fergie.
To toast the launch of their spring 2012 collection, yesterday Stella & Dot invited a group of LA jewelry fiends to makeup and beauty lounge Blushington for a night of treats, touch-ups and adornments. We stopped by to check out the brand's latest range, which includes a nice mix of grab-and-go pieces for everyday wear and statement numbers to show off in. The s'more cupcakes and free Blushington makeup applications offered at the event weren't so bad, either.
Click through the gallery for our party snaps and shop Stella & Dot here.
· Stella & Dot [Official Site]
· Blushington [Official Site]