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At her feet which are firmly planted on the ground and supported by the images of women who were instrumental in breaking barriers for women in the military and aviation like:

Brig. Gen. Jeannie Leavitt

First female USAF fighter pilot

Jacqueline Cochran

WWII aviator & advocate for women pilots

Maj. Marisol Chalas

First Latina Black Hawk helicopter pilot

Lt. Col. Olga Custodio

First female Hispanic U.S. military pilot

Amelia Earhart

First woman to fly solo across the Atlantic

Katherine Johnson

NASA mathematician, Hidden Figures

Mary Golda Ross

First Native American female engineer

Harriet Quimby

First U.S. woman to earn a pilot license

Bessie Coleman

First African American &

Native American female pilot

Sally Ride

First American woman in space

From Tony Armadillo

Artist Statement

Women have always played critical roles in each society yet are denied the credit they deserve.

In primitive African cultures, a male leader will wear the mask of a female and is expected to spiritually become a female thus allowing him to view the world from a female’s perspective and the community honors his final decision as being fair-minded.

Yet in our modern culture, women may not be recognized for their skills, strength, and leadership. They earn less than men, hold fewer positions of power, and many countries like the United States have yet to select a female to lead their nation.

The image displays women’s strengths and encourages them to follow and lead the way into the future.

Artwork Description

The inspiration for the composition was inspired by a statement I read by a young female Native American as I researched information about women pilots. Her statement was, “Don’t tell me the sky is the limit when there are footprints on the moon.”

The second inspiration was the painting, Birth of Venus by the Italian artist Sandro Botticell. His painting depicts Venus standing in the center on a seashell floating in the water. She is flanked by Zephyrus, a wind god and Hora of springtime.

The third, Liberty Leading the People painting by Eugène Delacroix, is the final inspiration.

The military female figure I selected is center stage, instead of the seashell she is standing on the planet Venus. She is flanked by the energy of the planet on the right and the left with gold-leaf. Gold-leaf is used to portray her energy and the value of all women.

Her posture is based on the painting, Liberty Leading the People by Eugène Delacroix. She stands one foot leading and one poised to support her stance. She raises her right arm as if to lead and encourage others to follow. Her left arm supports the newborn and the American flag with ease. The helmet slightly shelters her identity but one can see that she is focused on what lies ahead and is unwavering. The newborn faces the viewer as if to question the viewer; are you witnessing the message?

Available Now

I am beyond excited to share a project that has been months in the making — the launch of the Point of the Arrow Mini Bracelet, created in collaboration with Charliemadison Originals.

This journey started when Charliemadison Originals partnered with a fellow woman veteran to design a bracelet that honored the journey of military women after their service. As I admired that piece, I couldn’t help but realize there was something missing — a bracelet to symbolize and celebrate currently serving service women.

I reached out to Wendy at Charliemadison Originals, who was immediately enthusiastic and thrilled at the idea. After a few months of collaboration, and with input from a diverse group of service women, the Point of the Arrow Mini Bracelet was born.

Together, we created a piece that is not just jewelry, but a symbol of community, hope, and resilience — a reminder that even in your darkest moments, you are never alone.

White Lace & Combat Boots x Charliemadison Originals

Introducing the Service Woman Tribute Bracelet: The Point of the Arrow

Female Empowerment Denied

That connection deepened when she discovered that Tony’s niece is a U.S. Air Force officer. Through her, they have found shared values—service, advocacy, and the power of representing untold stories. She sent him photos and shared the vision behind White Lace & Combat Boots—and Tony took that inspiration and created something breathtaking.

The Point of The Arrow

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About the Bracelet

The Point of the Arrow Mini Bracelet was created to honor the extraordinary women who serve—those who lead with grit, rise with courage, and give selflessly in ways the world may never fully see.

Each element of this bracelet was intentionally chosen to represent the qualities that live within every service woman:

• Fire Agate — for the fire that fuels your purpose

• Pyrite — for your worth, even when underestimated

• Lolite — for navigation, intuition, and inner strength

• Moonstone — for feminine wisdom and change

Rose gold chevrons symbolize “the point of the arrow”— the one who leads the charge, breaks barriers, and absorbs the impact so others can follow.

Wear it as a symbol of sisterhood, transformation, and the dual weight of the invisible load carried and the visible trail blazed. You are not alone—you are part of a legacy of pioneers, protectors, leaders, and change-makers who rise together, lead together, and never quit.

For every groundbreaker. Every role model. Every woman who serves. This is your story, carved in stone, held close to the skin, and shared in unspoken strength.

White Lace & Combat Boots x Charliemadison Originals

Introducing the Service Woman Tribute Bracelet: The Point of the Arrow

Available Now

I am beyond excited to share a project that has been months in the making — the launch of the Point of the Arrow Mini Bracelet, created in collaboration with Charliemadison Originals.

How This Collaboration Began

This journey started when Charliemadison Originals partnered with a fellow woman veteran, Amanda Huffman, founder of the Women of the Military podcast, to design a bracelet that honored the journey of military women after their service. As I admired that piece, I couldn’t help but realize there was something missing — a bracelet to symbolize and celebrate currently serving service women.

I reached out to Wendy at Charliemadison Originals, who enthusiastically agreed to design a bracelet honoring servicewomen. After a few months of collaboration, and with input from a diverse group of service women, the Point of the Arrow Mini Bracelet was born.

Together, we created a piece that is not just jewelry, but a symbol of community, hope, and strength — a reminder that even in your darkest moments, you are never alone.

Partnering with Purpose

Collaborations, Charities, & More

At White Lace & Combat Boots, Sam is proud to collaborate with mission-driven charities, nonprofits, and organizations that share a commitment to equality and equity, service, and community impact. Through meaningful partnerships, Sam uses her platform as an author, public speaker, and advocate to amplify important causes, raise awareness, and drive real change. Whether through speaking engagements, campaign support, or joint initiatives, Sam is dedicated to advancing efforts that uplift military families, promote gender equality, and empower underserved communities. Let’s join forces to create a lasting difference—together.