Krista Claudene has a rich background in business and marketing, and years of experience as a beading hobbyist. Her travels to Africa as well as the events of September 11, 2001 - during which she lost a number of friends and clients -- have served as inspiration for her designs. Ms. Claudene ponders the beauty within -- the way West African women adorn and love themselves "as they are." When a woman loves herself and understands her true inner beauty, she is not afraid to adorn her outside.

In only eight months, Krista Claudene went from selling her unique gemstone jewelry designs on the street to styling fashion shows and developing an "A" list client base. This quickly led to the birth of her corporation, "Jamm Rek," which in the Senegalese language of Wolof, means I have peace inside. k*claudene jewelry designs include pieces for bridal to cruise wear, evening and couture, representing the diversity and beauty of every woman's life, and her closet.

"More and more buyers are asking for fabulous accessories," notes Andres  Aquino, producer of the USA International Fashion Shows. "We are excited to have Ms. Claudene as part of our shows. Her jewelry designs are innovative and distinctive with a wide appeal to many women."

Jewelry has become Krista Claudene's way to share and illuminate her conviction in the beauty, inner strength and peace within women. Through the medium of her one-of-a-kind gemstone jewelry, this gifted designer strives to impart or perhaps renew a sense of power in women. She is set to adorn this country's women, one by one, with her magical creations.

USA International Fashion Shows produces an exciting series of runway fashion shows featuring both national and international designers of couture and finely tailored garments and distinctive accessories, many showcasing in the USA for the first time. The collections are presented in beautiful settings in New York City before an audience of VIPs, the international press and upscale fashion and boutique buyers. Events are co-sponsored by Fashion Syndicate Press, founded in 1997, and serving the press with photos and feature articles covering fashion shows in all major fashion capitals. Its web site, www.fashionshowroom.com is a world source of information receiving over 73 million searches successful per month.