Forget April showers—there’s no time for that this month, with some of the year’s biggest parties and awards shows taking over television. Thus far, the red carpet has seen some seriously decked out dresses, from metallic gowns to fun-colored frocks. And while the accessories might have to subsequently take a back seat, those making the best-dressed list have opted for the same accouterments: drop earrings. Small, subtle and to the point, the low-key drop earring complements even the busiest ensemble without overwhelming it. Just take a cue from some of Hollywood’s leading ladies. Selena Gomez – MTV Movie Awards 2013 Gomez took to the stage at the MTV Movie Awards to perform her latest pop hit ‘Come and Get It,’ but [...] Read more
Emerald Gives Going Green A New Meaning
Spotlight: emerald. Pantone’s official color of 2013 ruled the Spring/Summer runways, and the brilliant green gemstone has us under its spell too. Channel your inner Elizabeth Taylor, whose stunning wardrobe of emerald pieces turned women green with envy, and incorporate the dazzling stone into your everyday—and every evening—looks. Start small for daytime. Try a delicate piece like this simple Verosite Marquise evil eye stretch bracelet or the Brace Yourself LA emerald leather cord bracelet. A punchy pair of earrings does the trick too, like these fun skulls by Kendra Phillip. Make accessorizing simple by implementing emerald in chunks, like with this bulky Charlene K emerald green agate cigar ring. Up the stakes with a statement piece like Blu Bijoux’s crystal bib [...] Read more
Street Style Steals: Urban Weeds & HiStyley
This week, we’re back at our style stalking. And we’re taking it to the streets. The virtual ones, that is. As we’ve said before, we’re always refreshed after spending some time on our favorite Pinterest boards, Instagram feeds and beautiful blogs, scrolling through an endless supply of street style shots. Below, our two top picks this week from some of our favorite, famous fashion bloggers. Lisa Warninger of Urban Weeds Tucked away in the uppermost corner of the contiguous United States, there exists a rampant creative community. Photographer Lisa Warninger of Urbanweedsblog.com is memorializing its every fashionable move, taking to the drizzly streets of Portland to snap its unique street style. Brightening up the gray days is Olga, a blogger herself, [...] Read more
Charms to wear in 2013, the Chinese Year of the Snake
We’ve watched the ball drop, made our resolutions and said goodbye to old habits (and we are still going strong, hitting the gym every day…). We’re looking ahead to the fashionable potential in this new year, and in just a few short weeks, we’ll have another slinky, sexy reason to celebrate. February marks the Chinese New Year, a move from 2012’s dragon to 2013’s snake, not to mention an upgrade in charming accessories. The snake is characterized as charming, gregarious, and smart, much like you, naturally. It also speaks volumes of your style. Show some skin and slip on these slithering serpentine trinkets and you’ll be the charmer of the evening. Here, 20 slinky jewelry pieces to wear while ringing in [...] Read more
Our Top 5 Must-Pack Items for Your Beach Holiday Getaway
The holidays are fast approaching and we’re looking forward to a few of our annual favorite things: red Starbucks holiday cups, holiday tunes and much-needed vacations. If you’re one of the lucky ones headed to warmer climates for a little beachside R & R, our sun-protective hats are off to you. Packing perfect travel-friendly outfits can be part of the fun—but if you’re packing-averse, we can suggest some island-appropriate accessories. Below, our top five fave must-haves for your beach holiday getaway. “Knot” to get all nautical on you, but should you find yourself yachting around town in a suit and chic cover-up, we suggest draping Kendra Phillip’s rose anchor necklace around your neck. We love the stately length and the rose [...] Read more
Initial Here, Here, and Here
Let us spell it out for you: we are in L-O-V-E with initial jewelry. Over the past few seasons, we’ve noticed an uptick in delicate jewelry (think vintage style chains, small charms, and creative stud earrings). Initial jewelry makes this trend personal (and we believe it’s here to stay, BTW). Talk about “making it your own,” right? Initially, options were limited, but now designers are imprinting identities on a range of styles. Take initial-tive with these leading letter pieces. A delicate initial gets a bold boost from a statement-making mounting. Say it loud with this glossy, black Bakelite initial bangle from Krystal Sasso or Sandy Hyun’s electrifying personalized necklaces. Diamonds are a girl’s best friend, so wear one right next to [...] Read more