Christian Dior Teddy Bear Necklace: Snob or Slob?
Dior costume jewelry has so much potential, if only it weren’t so cheaply made. I mean seriously, doesn’t this Dior Teddy Bear Necklace ($250) look like a poor imitation of one of Miuccia Prada’s robots? I do love that it has movable arms, legs and a movable head, it’s also encrusted with white crystallized Swarovski … Continue reading “Christian Dior Teddy Bear Necklace: Snob or Slob?”
Frugal Snob: New Kenneth Jay Lane for QVC
March 5th, QVC will broadcast live from the Four Seasons in Los Angeles, hosting a VIP reception and live show surrounding the “Buzz on the Red Carpet” (in light of awards season…can’t wait to see all the red carpet Oscar looks March 7!). A number of designers that work with Hollywood celebs also work with … Continue reading “Frugal Snob: New Kenneth Jay Lane for QVC”
Lina Peterson for Ports 1961 Fall 2010 Jewelry
Images from style.com For the brand’s Fall Winter 2010 season, Ports 1961 designer Tia Cibani once again turned to Lina Peterson to create jewelry to complement the collection. Peterson is based out of London and has a knack for creating bold, guaranteed to get you noticed, contemporary jewelry pieces. Her work has been showcased in … Continue reading “Lina Peterson for Ports 1961 Fall 2010 Jewelry”
Jose & Maria Barrera Earrings
It doesn’t matter what trend is going on out there, you can always count on Jose & Maria Barrera for some exotic blings that won’t break your wallet (too much). I always feel that many of their designs could be future treasures for vintage custom jewelry collectors everywhere. This season, I found their earrings particularly … Continue reading “Jose & Maria Barrera Earrings”
Pyrite Cocktail Rings: Snob or Slob?
Pyrite rings are the absolute best for making fun, bold statements that are always conversation-starters. When I was in Paris last year for the S/S 2009 collections I was waiting for the Estrella Archs show to start (yes THAT Estrella Archs who now, a year later, made a disastrous collection with Lindsay Lohan over at … Continue reading “Pyrite Cocktail Rings: Snob or Slob?”
Malin Akerman Wears Miriam Haskell
Coco Chanel did not corner the market in costume jewelry, Miriam Haskell has been doing it since 1924 and has glittered Hollywood ever since. Malin Akerman wore the silver and pearl tassel necklace at the Chicago premiere of Couples Retreat. The details on this piece are stunning – a slinky 8″ tassle, handwired European filigrees, … Continue reading “Malin Akerman Wears Miriam Haskell”