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The two most popular styles of Vanilia jeans are the Jacky and the Becky.    In both styles, the fit of the “no waistband” pant is so good, that typically more than 95% of women fit one of the two styles well.  In a store, trying the two styles on is key– but over the internet it can be more difficult.  This guide is to help women to choose.

Overall, the body of the 2 styles is very similar at the top.  The “rise” in the Jacky is 1 inch

higher (12 inch) than the Becky.   The legs of the 2 styles are different: the Jacky has a tapered leg and comes in 2 lengths: short and normal.  Often petite women prefer the tapered leg on the Jacky even in the short lengths.  The Jacky also has a narrower hip and thinner legs.  The Becky has the straight leg (boot cut), with a fuller leg and wider hips.  It is available in short, normal and
long.

Both the Becky & Jacky have the fabulous Vanilia two-way stretch.  These pants are made in Italy, where the best bi-stretch fabrics are produced.

Jacky Information

• Tapered leg, without waistband, 2 pockets with piping and zipper, bottom hem slit, 1/2 hem width, front rise 12inch
• Length: S = 27″ short / N = 30″ normal
• Fabric: 95%Cotton, 5% Elastane (Two-way stretch)

Becky Information

• Style Becky: straight leg, without waistband, 2 pockets with piping and zipper,1/2 hem width, front rise 11inch
• Length:  S = 27″ short / N = 31″ normal / L = 34″ long
• Fabric: 95% Cotton, 5% Elastane (Two-way -stretch)

Read more about the history of Vanilia jeans here.

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The James Store now carries a selection of locally-made jewelry by designer, French Revival. Here is a short bio from owner and artisan, Rachel Karon-Lackey:

French Revival is a local studio committed to the preservation of early twentieth century European beads and baubles. Each treasure is hand crafted using authentic pieces collected throughout Western Europe from the early 1900’s, ensuring your bracelet or necklace will be truly unique and can never be re-fabricated. These delicate pieces are meant to be cherished and enjoyed as the timeless sophistication they beam when adorned. All of French Revivals one of a kind pieces are created by artisan Rachel Karon-Lackey. Custom requests can be made by inquiring with The James Store.

Stop in and see the selection…

Updated October 24, 2009: We have a number of new pieces available in the store– stop in and check them out.  Here are some photos:

PILGRIM was established by Annemette Markvad and Thomas Adamsen in 1983. It was just the two of them that first year, where they travelled around to festivals in Denmark and sold the jewelery they’d bought on travels to the East. They made some of the items themselves in their small apartment in Skanderborg and they were always quick to turn a good idea into reality. They swiftly began exhibiting their wares at trade fairs in Denmark and later on family and friends became involved in the business.

PILGRIM is a Danish brand producing fashion jewelery and accessories for men and women. In addition to jewelery, PILGRIM offers a range of eyewear - including sunglasses, reading sunglasses and prescription eyewear – and a range of watches. All our products are designed in Denmark.

PILGRIM products reflect broad fashion trends – with a difference. PILGRIM’s designs always stand out from the crowd. Often the difference comes from daring the unexpected – like using materials and colors in new and original combinations. For example, several models in our sunglasses range have complementary jewelery items that can be worn on their frames.

Facts about our Jewelery
PILGRIM jewelery is mainly made from brass or zinc. The pieces are first plated with copper and then with 16–22 carat gold or 925 sterling silver. The stones used include CRYSTALLIZED™ Swarovski Elements, precious stones and glass stones. We also use natural pearls and freshwater pearls. All our jewelery is 100% nickel-free and each piece is handmade.

Quality and materials
PILGRIM uses the finest materials in our jewelery – from strong elastic to tough surface treatments. And PILGRIM jewelery is plated with pure gold or sterling silver. PILGRIM complies with ALL statutory limits on lead, nickel, cadmium and mercury, which means that our jewelery is, e.g., nickel-free.

New U. Event
Saturday, April 18, 2009, 10am - 2pm

Just in time to enjoy sunny days and warm weather!  Get ready to enjoy spring and summer with Inspirational Design, Fresh Skin, and Brighter Eyes.  The James Store is partnering with Rejuvenations to invite you to a fun-filled day of new spring and summer fashions, hot spring eye colors, and beautiful skin.

We will offer discounts to both stores as well as some great giveaways for this special one day event.  Staff will be on hand to guide you through the latest fashion trends, free mini-microderm abrasion sessions and makeovers.

Space is limited for the mini-micros so please contact us right away if you have any questions about the event or would like to reserve a spot!

Read more about the event on our Facebook page.

The James Store announces its Fall 2009 Geiger Trunk Show on Saturday, March 7th, 2009 from 11:00AM to 3:00PM at our store in Granville, Ohio (map & directions). Please call the store for details at 740-587-3061 or drop us an email.

For those that have never attended a Geiger Trunk Show, it is a great opportunity to view and purchase Geiger apparel at a reduced cost.

Rapti Fashion:  Check these out while you can.  We have ordered and reordered these since early fall and still can’t keep them in stock.  An absolutely beautiful scarf with an amazing pricetag (range from $20 to $35).  Rapti scarves are fair trade, handmade in Nepal.  They are 40% cashmere, 30% silk, and 30% viscose.  The weight is perfect to wrap several times around and tuck into your winter coat or to loosen them up a bit and pair with your favorite shirt.  I find myself wearing mine all day both inside and outside.  I have even been known to wear my Rapti scarf with my old college sweatshirt while making dinner– they are that comfortable.

The James Store recently began carrying a great selection of dav Rain Boots.   dav boots come in striking patterns and colors and are worth checking out.  They are pretty comfortable, too.

Here are some comments directly from Samantha, owner of the James Store:

dav, high fashion for wet days: dav brings you a fun yet sophisticated collection for a pulled-together look even on the most blustery days.  You no longer need to sacrifice your sense of style to the whims of the weather.  I love my pair.  It was important that I try these out as soon as they arrived.  Of course it had nothing to do with how fun they were, ha ha, but also are these things really functional?  Yes!  I wear them in all kinds of weather and even to work at the store all day and trust me, I don’t sit down all day and am careful about my shoe choices because of being and they are great.  I have worn them with leggings and dresses as well as under my favorite pair of jeans.

Recently, the James Store launched it own page on the popular social-networking website, Facebook.com. We’d like to invite you to become a “fan” of the James Store by visiting our Facebook page, and then clicking on the “Become a Fan” link. (Note: if you are not yet a Facebook member, you will first need to create your free account, and then visit our page and become a fan.)

Here is our Facebook page:
www.facebook.com/pages/Granville-OH/The-James-Store/68168655448

We plan to post some exclusive offers to our Facebook fans, so please take the time to become one!