Ann’s will be closed on Sunday, July 3rd, and Monday, July 4th, to celebrate America’s Independence Day.

Just because it’s hot on July 4th doesn’t mean you can’t wear pearls with panache, as does this lady:

From the fashion blog "Atlantic-Pacific", see link below

Ann’s Majorica pearls are man-made and guaranteed not to chip or fade, so you can wear them with confidence for all kinds of occasions.  To get the look shown above, try something like this from Ann’s:

Single necklace of multiple strands of mixed shaped pearls, including baroque and round in varying sizes, $595.

Majorice necklace of double strands of graduating sizes baroque pearls with sterling silver.

Or loop a long strand to get the desired effect of multiple strands near your face:

Majorica 60" long necklace of round white pearls, $445. Loop them to create a shorter, piled up effect.

Several strands of Majorica pearls worn together create the look!

The possibilities are endless!  Need more pearls?  Get some at Ann’s Fine Gifts! 

Click here to see more of “Atlantic-Pacific” blog and fashion pictures

You don’t have to dance to have Texas style (but it helps) if you swing a western bag across your shoulder.  This one is tooled leather with pockets and a longer, adjustable strap.  It fits comfortably across your body and holds all your stuff.   $99.50. 

With the temperature topping 100 these days, it’s HOT!  You need a hat from Ann’s!

These hats will protect you from UV rays.  Their wide brims keep the sun off your neck and face.     Keep one of these in your car to pop on your head before you trek across a hot parking lot.   You’ll be cooler, both in style and temperature, with a hat to shade you! 

Ann's widest brimmed western rancher's hat with thin leather chin strap, $40.50. For men or women.

New style, wide brim with striped ribbon, $40.50

Very wide brimmed sun hat for men or women, $29.95

Very dramatic picture hat provides ultimate shade, $49.50

Ann’s customers love TRAPP candles!  The all time favorite is Orange Vanilla.  Ann’s large size burns approximately 50 hours, or try the votives which last 15-20 hours.  Trapp candles are unique in the way they fill the room with fragrance, and you can enjoy them even before you light the wick!  (Put one, unlit, in your linen closet to give it the fragrance you like best.)  Lots of fragrances to choose from and if you haven’t found your favorite, try a few and see which one you like best. 

Trapp candles are $24.95 each for the large; $3.95 for votives.  Buy 5 of one size and get the 6th free!  (You can mix fragrances.)

The 4th of July is coming, and you’ll need a new picnic basket for your celebration.  How ’bout Ann’s new insulated baskets from Reisenthel?     If the party’s at home, make it festive with Ann’s fun party platters and marguerita glasses:

Black collapsible, insulated picnic basket, $59.50 each. Also available in red.

Insulation with zip top keeps your goodies cool.

Chip 'n dip platter makes the party festive, $129.50

Marguerita glasses set, $105

Festive tortilla warmer completes your garden party, $89.50

A classic, simple pair of pearl earrings is always appropriate, whether for dressing up or casual wear.   Why not treat yourself to a new pair, or buy someone a pair as a gift?  Ann’s Majorica pearls are man-made, so they won’t chip or fade.  Made with natural “ingredients,” they look real, without the cultured pearl price tag.   (Most of ours are under $100.)   Made with sterling silver or vermeille, Ann’s pearls come in a variety of shapes and colors, from round to baroque.    Need a graduation gift?  These would be a hit!  Come try some on:

Since it’s so hot out, why not come to Ann’s and try on some jewelry?  Simon Sebbag’s lovely necklaces with silver are lightweight and comfortable to wear.  “Statement” necklaces are right in style now…do you have yours?

Simon Sebbag necklace with mixed stones and silver, $274.50

Simon Sebbag necklass of turquoise strands with silver, $437.50

Simon Sebbag natural pearls in double strand with silver pendant, $247.50

The best gift you can give your children and grandchildren is to read to them EVERY DAY!  It’s something you will enjoy, too.  Why not come pick out some new books to read in a cool place on a hot summer day?  Here are some suggestions for young ones, lots more to choose at Ann’s:

Pop up cards are as fun for this kids as they are for Dad.  Come by this afternoon to pick one out for your Dad ($6.50 each):