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" I've always thought the back is one of the most beautiful parts of a woman. I've created four versions of the front-to-back necklace which actually gives you two necklaces in one. I love the way they swing and catch the light as a woman is walking away. You almost want to pull on it and stop her! "

Padma Lakshmi

Woman

Walking

Love

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Eat

Food

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Tenacious

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Keep

Body

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