If you haven’t already checked out the amazing jewelry site BaubleBar.com, you are missing out. When I heard that the site partnered with DKNY, I was super excited. They created THIS line, exclusively styled by Tumblr-famous DKNY PR Girl. Available until June 31, there are nine pieces in the collection, ranging from $40- $320. Get these now.
11.11.2011
DANNIJO for Falling Whistles
I’ve always loved DANNIJO and I’m really into their new collection for Falling Whistles, an organization campaigning for peace in the Congo. Today being Veteran’s Day, here in the U.S, I feel so appreciative that we have everything that we do and so touched by all of the soldiers who have died for us to have it.
The Falling Whistles campaign launched with the simple request that people make their voice a weapon by becoming a “whistleblower” for peace in the region. The organization partnered with local leaders to advocate and rehabilitate those affected by the war, a war that has killed more than 6 million people over the last decade, including thousands of children. I’ll step off my soap box now but these necklaces are really gorgeous and it’s just a bonus that you’ll be doing some actual good by buying one!
08.31.2011
Gold Fever
I’ve had a serious accessory problem lately, so I wanted to share some of my latest finds– I’ve totally got gold fever. (clockwise)
House of Harlow 1960 Antiqued Pave Rose Gold Arrow Bracelet: At first glance, I didn’t think I’d like the arrow but it totally grew on me. I love rose gold and this bracelet is great for girls with small wrists, since you bend the bracelet to fit.
Forever21 Tiered Brick Road Earrings: You would never have known these were from Forever21 if I didn’t tell you. I love these. And they’re super light, making them easy to wear.
Yochi Layered Statement Necklace: I’m way into statement necklaces lately and this version from Yochi is simple but modern and fun.
08.31.2011
Gold Fever
I’ve had a serious accessory problem lately, so I wanted to share some of my latest finds– I’ve totally got gold fever. (clockwise)
House of Harlow 1960 Antiqued Pave Rose Gold Arrow Bracelet: At first glance, I didn’t think I’d like the arrow but it totally grew on me. I love rose gold and this bracelet is great for girls with small wrists, since you bend the bracelet to fit.
Forever21 Tiered Brick Road Earrings: You would never have known these were from Forever21 if I didn’t tell you. I love these. And they’re super light, making them easy to wear.
Yochi Layered Statement Necklace: I’m way into statement necklaces lately and this version from Yochi is simple but modern and fun.
07.25.2011
Obsession: Double Finger Rings
Ask any of my friends what my signature jewelry piece is and they would say my “Jamie” name ring. I got TONS, and I mean TONS of compliments on the somewhat-ghetto ring that I bought myself a few years ago after seeing Lauren Conrad’s double name ring on an episode of “The Hills.” But I’m honest, and I have no shame in my game so when people ask me where I got my awesome ring, I tell them “uhh, I just googled ‘Lauren Conrad double name ring’ and I found THIS random site.” $99 for sterling silver and $255 for 14K gold…it ain’t a bad deal. After my Jamie ring became one of my regular accessory staples, I started noticing double name rings everywhere and with some really fun designs and I guess I kind of started a collection, at this point. Right now I’m loving these doozies. (clockwise)
“Melissa” Double Finger Name Ring
Jessica Elliot Double Floating Finger Candy Ring (also featured here)
06.29.2011
DIY Neon Necklace Statement Piece
I’ve always been a crafter but over the years, I definitely haven’t dedicated as much time to “creating” as I should. Michael’s, pretty much the best craft store ever, approached me with a challenge to create a summer statement piece and naturally, I was thrilled to take them up on the offer. Confession: I’ve been dying to make this amazing neon statement necklace that my DIY friend Kristen created a few weeks back. Ok, so my statement piece wasn’t exactly my idea but nonetheless, I’m still super excited about it and totally obsessed with my creation (inspiration above).
Kristen got her necklace at Forever21 but I actually already had an old rhinestone necklace that I bought for Halloween and my Moulin Rouge Christina A. costume. I then used Michael’s CraftSmart Acrylic Paint Neon Paint Pot to paint each individual rhinestone, which gave me the best neon colors and since I didn’t really need much paint to cover each rhinestone, the little pots were the perfect size to purchase.
BONUS! Michael’s has a great online coupon, valid starting July 3! Get it HERE.
The result!
FTC Disclosure: Michael’s provided me with a $50 gift card to purchase any items I needed to complete my statement piece but all opinions are my own.
06.27.2011
The Monday Rundown
Tobias Wong’s The Times of New York Candle: There’s something very old-school classy about reading a newspaper. This New York Times-inspired candle mimics the scent of newsprint and I’m totally obsessed. Act quickly, this candle is limited-edition.
Robyn Rhodes “Naomi” Earrings: These are supper summery and fun. I love the outer stitching and how you can make them match practically anything.
M.A.C Cosmetics SemiPrecious Mineralize Eye Shadow in “Unsurpassable”: I used to be so confused when I’d see all these colors swirled together and wonder how exactly they translate to any kind of shade on the skin. M.A.C has done an amazing job coming up with all sorts of fantastic color combos, my fave being this green/grey/purple combo.
Milk With Sprinkles: This is so simple yet so brilliant. What better way to encourage yourself (or kids) to get that extra calcium boost we all need?
