Chasing Ice: Red Carpet 2013

February 25, 2013

2013’s award season undoubtedly brings out the red carpets best of the best; I couldn’t think of a better time to take pule of the fashion world and check up on the red carpet jewelry trends of 2013. Jewelry trends are said to be derived from the 3 R’s Runway, Real Life and the Red Carpet each of these often influencing jewelry sales for months or even years thereafter. So after last nights 85thAcademy Awards and all eyes on Hollywood the red carpet was rolled out for stars as they sparkled and shined dripping in fabulous gems and gorgeous jewels. From bold earrings to brilliantly styled back necklaces, here are some of the seasons Red Carpet Jewelry trends you can expect to see sticking around (as well as my top favs of the evening)!
 
Linear Drop Earrings:
Bold earrings make such a statement when done just right. These three leading ladies definitely nailed the Linear Drop Earring look last night! Absolutely love!
Nicole Kidman in Fred Leighton 19th-century gold-and-black enamel pendant earrings.
Jennifer Hudson wearing Sutra jewelry
Catherine Zeta-Jones in Lorraine Schwartz jewelry
The Backlace:
We are no stranger to this trend... see below the pic from the iconic Breakfast at Tiffany's scene... look familiar? Not only was this one of the most elegantly edgy looks of the evening but by far my favorite... the back necklace aka the backlace! Jennifer Lawerence went with a long, Chopard necklace while Anne Hathaway paired a Tiffany & Co. back necklace with a fabulous Prada gown.
 
 
Not-So-Simplistic-Approach:
Among the evenings not-so-simplistic approach to jewelry (while other shining stars seemed to keep things on the less is more side) were the iconic Barbra Streisand as she preformed The Way We Were in what was said to be nearly $700,000.
 
 And below are just a few additional fabulous looks of the evening:
Jennifer Garner in platinum by Neil Lane- 200 karat diamond necklace, total platinum look worth $2.5 million.

Jenna Dewan-Tatum in Irene Neuwirth earrings. Jenna is stunning and her choice of opal jewelry added the perfect pop of simply color to her overall look! Found at Barneys New York, designer, Irene Neuwirth's collection offers the ideal mixture of elegant jewel tone gems that every woman should work on adding to her jewelry collection...   
second favorite look of the evening!


 
 
 

 
 

 


 
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Jewelry Retailer... Bed Bath & Beyond?

February 19, 2013

Bed Bath & Beyond offers a variety of toys, including licensed products, in-store and online.
"For you last minute Valentine’s Day shoppers out there who still can’t decide whether to buy your honey a single-serve coffeemaker or a heart pendant, you can buy her both — at Bed Bath & Beyond"

Ok so I know Valentine’s Day has passed, but I recently spotted the above verbiage  via Forbes magazine last week and am not so sure how I feel about it… When I think of Bed Bath & Beyond the last thing that comes to mind is one stop shopping, especially for something such as jewelry. I am undoubtedly aware of the increasing trend with major retailers peddling above and beyond their otherwise regular niche (objective obvious) but there are just some things that should remain separate… one being my shopping for home appliances and my shopping for jewelry & accessories {diamonds included!}. However, the fact that they offer a wide variety of jewelry boxes and jewelry organizers does in a way make this work... a little... but I mean just because they sell hangers doesnt mean they should also sell clothing to hang on them, right?! This is just my gracious opinion… and I am by no means knocking the choice of brands Bed Bath & Beyond has chosen to add to their repertoire, but I cant help but question their motives… I also think their marketing strategy is rather effective. But still... Would you choose to gift someone or gift yourself for that matter a piece of jewelry from one of the biggest home furnishings retailers? Just something to think about… And if you answered yes to this... than you may be interested in checking out their Jewelry Trunk Show... I think I will keep my Bed Bath & Beyond jewlery related purschases to storage and organizing isle, thank you!

Below are some of the additional jewelry no-no's promotions of Bed Bath & Beyond...
 
Badgley Mischka Jewelry

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Phalanx Rings: Midi Rings

February 18, 2013

Who would have imagined that rings would be working their way up the finger? Worn above the knuckle, often sitting just above the joint, the  barely-there dainty phalanx ring (also known as the midi ring) can be blatantly characterized as a ring that is too small to fit your whole finger so you just wear it above your knuckle and call it a happy accident!
Spotted on edgy stars such as Rihanna, these delicate baubles look best when they are subtle and thin. You can stack then a top fingers with other rings, or stack multiples on a single finger all without feeling heavy handed. 
I, for one, am in love with this jewelry trend and definitely think you should try it out for size! I'm always excited to come across a trend that offers a fresh new look to your jewelry, especially a modernized way to wear rings. Something about wearing rings this way feels romantic, edgy and a bit mysterious all at the same time, like you have stories to tell and secrets to keep... check out some of my favorite must have midi rings below! 

Bare Collection Circle Midi Ring

Bijules Heart Cocktail Ring

$375 - ahalife.com

Elodie K Rose Gold Plated Snake Knuckle Ring

set of 3 first knuckle rings gold modern adjustable brushed brass set skinny thin faceted hammered simple above knuckle GOLD MEMORY RINGS
ABOVE THE KNUCKLE RINGS - Z GOLD COMBO - 3 STACK MIDI RINGS
Above the Knuckle Rings - Z Gold Combo - 3 stack midi rings
$17.00 ASOS
 
And a little more midi ring inspo!
 
 
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Get Wrapped Up: Year of the Snake

February 12, 2013

Its February and I can’t remember the last time I was this excited about Chinese New Year! I’ve watched the ball drop, clinked champagne glasses with the best of em’ made my resolutions and said goodbye to old habits, but this past weekend the Chinese welcomed their New Year… the year of the Snake; which makes way for me to welcome the potential this year brings to my accessory collection. Ive slithered my way through this territory before {check it out here} so I am no stranger to the serpentine trinkets…  
The snake is characterized as refined, contemplative, gregarious and smart. So as we leave the year of the Dragon behind and slip into sssss-something new wrap yourself up in these slinky snake like trends, these pieces will speak volumes of your style. Here are six snake-themed pieces to wear this year that will help transform you into the charmer of the evening. 

BoyNYC Snake Cuff $180 - maxandchloe.com

Ileana Makri Blue Diamond & Ruby Little Snake Earrings $1,345 - barneys.com

Chibi Jewels Serpent Ring in Brass $40 - shopthetrendboutique.com

Kismet Rose Gold Snake Necklace $735 (£470) - liberty.co.uk

Dogeared Year Of The Snake Dynasty Charm Necklace, 18" $58 - bloomingdales.com

Rachel Roy Snake Hoop Earring, $19 Rachelroy.com
 
 
 
 
 
 
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