Sam Ratcliffe - D’Arrigo of Vegas Rock Dog™

Sam Ratcliffe is our hero! Not only does she have a business that incorporates fashion and music; she also devotes her time to rescuing doggies.

Sam is the true definition of entrepreneur. At the age of 19 she started her first business. After a number of successful ventures Sam launched Vegas Rock Dog™, in partnership with her husband James D’Arrigo, in 2006. The company has flourished over the years due to the increase of pet owners seeking to pamper their pets.

Coffee Cups and Rock ‘N’ Roll Pups

If you live in Vegas or plan on visiting this weekend be sure to stop by Bentley’s Coffee on Saturday for the “Coffee Cups and Rock ‘n’ Roll Pups” dog rescue fundraising event. Hosted by Vegas Rock Dog in conjunction with Bentley’s Coffee this dog friendly fun filled event will feature raffles, dachshund adoptions, and “green” carpet photos by Simply Dog Photography. Vendors will also be on site, so you’ll have the opportunity to pick up something fabulous for yourself from Inspired By Claire Jane and something cool for your pooch from Vegas Rock Dog™. Bentley’s coffee will also be giving away any of their 16oz gourmet coffee and smoothie drinks to everyone that makes a donation to the Las Vegas Hot Diggity Dachshund Club. The event takes place April 2nd from 3 – 7 p.m. at Bentley’s Coffee located at 2840 E Tropicana Ave. Las Vegas, NV. Admission is free. For more info visit: http://www.vegasrockdog.com/

Fashion Alert - Rocker Chic Purses

I love purses almost as much as I love shoes and when I saw ICJ’s line of rocker chic clutches and shoulder bags I thought I had died and went to purse heaven. Claire Jane’s handmade purses are crafted from uniquely colored fabrics and trims and come in a variety of sizes and styles – many of which are one-of-a-kind. These distinctive works of art are super stylish and fun so they are great for gifts or can be the perfect statement piece for your ensemble. http://www.inspiredbyclairejane.com/handmade-purses-for-sale.html

If you’re an animal lover be sure to check out ICJ’s Pet Owner Charity custom order purses. There are five design combinations to choose from and $15 from each sale goes to benefit Las Vegas Hot-Diggity Dachshund Club and Rescue. You can buy something nice for yourself and help save a doggie at the same time. http://www.inspiredbyclairejane.com/pet-owner-charity-purses.html


Narrative by Nikki Neil, Photos courtesy of ICJ