Today we are introducing you to Sarah Strain as our BethieLife Woman Crush. Sarah is a talented designer of jewelry, hats, clothing and more! Her line, St. Raine Jewelry, has become so popular she barely has any free time! The good news is she loves what she does so much and her clients all benefit from her unique and fun designs. She is a true beauty both inside and out. Welcome, Sarah!
Where did you grow up?
I grew up in Houston.
If you were stranded on a desert island, what three beauty products would you like to have with you?
Eyelashes #1 for sure! Lotion and lipstick.
Who or what has been the biggest influence on your personal style?
I really like to create my own fashion trends; I don’t really have anyone in particular that I look to, but the goal is to become the person that others look to for their style.
What is your favorite indulgence?
I have an intense sweet tooth!
What is the best piece of advice you’ve ever been given?
Be true to yourself. I wish I would’ve listened to that advice a long time ago!
What is your favorite Houston store and/or restaurant?
Kuhl Linscomb is a huge favorite for me. Cornelius Nursery because I’m secretly a crazy plant lady.
What’s on your plate? (Future projects, travel plans, etc.)
Building my jewelry empire, one earring at a time J
How do you spend your down time?
What down time? Ha! The goal is to find more balance this year for sure
Tell us one Houston Hidden Gem (places that aren’t necessarily well-known) that you recommend.
I’m obsessed with Favor the Kind, everyone needs to know about that store!
Tell us three of your favorite shopping/beauty/lifestyle websites.
1) BethieLife.com, of course! 2) Theskinnyconfidential.com 3) Houston blogger who is always supporting St. Raine: Sweetielifestyle.com
Tell us three of your health/beauty tips.
1) I try to drink at least a gallon of water a day and green juice is life! 2) I love going to Soul Cycle River Oaks for my morning cardio and inspiration for the day from Cat G. 3) Life is so much better with Mermaid Hair! IG: @mermaidhairxo
What are three things you can’t live without? (Besides God, family, and friends.)
1) My dog baby Riley Bear 2) Soul Cycle, duh 3) The Audible app for motivational e-books to listen to while I’m making jewelry.
Do you have any irrational fears?
I do have one fear, but I don’t want to speak it into existence so I try to only speak on the positive things as much as possible
What is your favorite vacation spot?
Tulum! I’d love to get married there one day!
If you weren’t in your present occupation, what would you dream of doing?
Thankfully, I already have my dream career, so there’s really nothing else I’d rather be doing!
What books or movies have you loved recently?
Anything written by Gabby Bernstein, I love all of her books
Occupation
Designer
Care to Share
Fabulously 30!
Tell us something humorous about yourself.
I absolutely love corny jokes and movies! The things that most people might think aren’t funny at all, I think are hilarious!
I WOULD LOVE TO SEE HOW BEAUTIFUL YOU REALLY LOOK WEARING COTTON FRILLY ANKLE SOCKS.