Wear and Resist is an independent brand of empowering jewellery, founded by Sarah Day in early 2017, raising awareness and money for women's charities. Her daughter, Eliza, is her inspiration, muse and model.
Have you heard of the W.I.T.C.H. movement?
We interview Paula Russell-Gilford, about this incredible movement that took place in the late 1960s in the US, when women dressed as witches and took part in 'zaps' a pre-curser of the flashmob involving protest, witchcraft and a great sense of humour. Photos by Bev Grant
The Spider Brooch
Originally inspired by Lady Hail's famous spider brooch, the spider continues to be a fierce feminist symbol.
New DIFFICULT WOMAN colours!
An array of glam new colours! And introducing new olive frost, for those that like it subtle.
About Wear and Resist
I launched Wear and Resist in early 2017 as a way to channel my frustration at the political climate into a creative pursuit that would raise money for women's charities. As a writer with an art degree, it was probably what I was always going to do!
Deep thoughts and blog posts
The W.I.T.C.H. Movement
Owning the CRONE!
It’s hard to keep telling yourself that you are ‘aging beautifully’ or rightfully, or that there is any value at all in aging, when as a culture, we really don’t put much value on wisdom or lived experience.
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On letting go
Before my senior year of university, I spent a summer back home in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, flipping burgers in a kitchen by day and waitressing at Applebees (think TJI Fridays) by night. One evening towards the end of the summer I went over to introduce myself to a couple who just been sat in my section.
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Let customers speak for us
Love my pink witch necklace - the mirror look is so pretty and will look fab with a witchy black dress
That's what wearing this jewelry does for me - gives me strength with some serious sparkle! Love this jewelry and the messaging behind it. Be strong women and witches - always!
These earrings are absolutely gorgeous! I have received so many comments from people telling me how much they like them and asking where I got them from. I can’t begin to explain just how pleased I am and I will certainly be buying more jewellery in the future.
Bought for someone who is going through a bit. Love the glow-in-the-dark words and bracelet is beautifully made. Easy for daily wear too.
This necklace makes my heart sing with joy! It’s bold, bright and beautiful, not forgetting super sparkly. I love wearing it and claiming my power for all to see. Sarah’s communication, the packaging, information and care instructions were all top notch. Now I just need to decide which necklace to get next…. 🤩
Couldn't be happier. I ordered Courage and Hold Fast anchor earrings but asked for odd colours - one red and one blue. The earrings are amazing and I've had loads of compliments, but the customer service was the best bit of ordering from Resist. Being able to message and ask for odd earrings is why I shop from small businesses ❤️💙.
I love my 'I am I am I am' earrings. They are lightweight and comfortable to wear. I've had lots of comments on them when I've worn them too. Hope to buy some more in the future.
I saw Thangam Debbonaire wearing a necklace on TV and thought oooo where did she get that! Google told me. I wanted to get a necklace for my colleague was taking redundancy from work and then I thought I need something too :) We've lost so many colleagues I thought this one summed up my feelings perfectly. I wear it at work under a jumper and whip it out to make people laugh when we're feeling stressed. It makes me feel good too!
Necklace is lush. Came really quick even though it had said that there would be a delay to having had time off.
I got the envy green and it is amazing- so vibrant and witchy! It makes me feel very inspired and powerful.
This suits me to a 'T' as I AM difficult and won't accept being fobbed off, patronised or any other crap.
I was also inspired by my good friend Rachel who got this in florescent green and every time I saw her I said "I've GOT to get me one of those" so now I have!
Viva taking no shit bitches!
Great communication. Looks great. Xmas present for my daughter, so not able to say more
Sweet and stylish. Wonderfully made. They look great with any outfit. I love these earrings!
I have a few pieces from Sarah now, and I love all the messaging in her jewellery. These earrings are like a luminescent bubblegum, with a subversive feminist twist. I love them!
