Frugal Snob: Ben-Amun Jewelry
Odds are you’ve never heard of Ben-Amun, but if you’ve ever flipped through Vogue, Elle, Bazaar, Marie Claire, or tuned your TV on to a red carpet, you’ve likely seen pieces from the collection. The brand has been in business for over 30 years and is designed by Isaac Manevitz who works extensively with lucite, … Continue reading “Frugal Snob: Ben-Amun Jewelry”
Mctega Fifth Season
The ladies behind Mctega, Sarah McLellan and Kristina Ortega, have just released their fifth collection and they explained to me in an email that they wanted “the pieces to incorporate the body more than the neckline,” adding that they “wanted the jewelry not to be confined to the neck but have the ability to transform … Continue reading “Mctega Fifth Season”
Vannesa Tosoni Square Hoop Earrings
In the interest of full disclosure, Vannesa Tosoni is one of my best friends. I love her to death but I also think she is tremendously talented so there is no nepotism or bias for this feature. Just look at these, hammered gold square hoops, how awesome is that? I bought these as a gift … Continue reading “Vannesa Tosoni Square Hoop Earrings”
Bianca Pratt Jewelry
A few weeks ago I was introduced by a mutual friend to Bianca Pratt while out for a drink at Monkey Bar in NYC. Pratt is a super-chic young designer (and strikingly beautiful mother!), who designs these precious, little unassuming pendants inspired by her Brazilian/Canadian heritage.
Pamela Love Talon Cuff
While the Made Her Think line I wrote about yesterday is a bit too intense for my taste, I kind love this 14K Gold Plated Pamela Love Talon Cuff ($1,000). Yes it IS a bit creepy with the long claws (maybe more than a bit creepy…), and no I would never actually spend four figures … Continue reading “Pamela Love Talon Cuff”
Bottega Veneta Fall 2010 Jewelry Collection
The entire Fall 2010 collection from ready to wear to accessories was inspired by the beetle. The colors, an opalescent green blue that degrades to a bright yet gentle yellow. The jewelry is elegant and refined, yet edgy and surprising. I did not know a beetle could be anything but icky, but after Tomas Maier … Continue reading “Bottega Veneta Fall 2010 Jewelry Collection”