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Necklaces

Monique Pean Fosslized Wooly Mammoth Necklace: A Statement of Mammoth Proportions

This necklace is wrong on so many levels. The price (holy…what???) and the material – seriously made from the tusks of the extinct wooly mammoth. I just can’t imagine who would buy this. But my passion for fashion makes me appreciate the good in this mega-jewel. (Note to self: Be on the lookout for an … Continue reading “Monique Pean Fosslized Wooly Mammoth Necklace: A Statement of Mammoth Proportions”

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Judy Geib "Charm of the Unexpected" Necklace: The Thrill of the Unknown

More art than jewel, I almost feel like this should be on display behind glass, although I’d be happy to wear it around my neck! Multiple points of interest drive your eye to look closely. Elaborate and abstracted 18-karat and 24-karat ferns – their asymmetry gives it a fantastical feel – are topped off with … Continue reading “Judy Geib "Charm of the Unexpected" Necklace: The Thrill of the Unknown”

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Haute Hippie Coin Feather Bib: Who Knew Turkeys Were Chic

When I first saw this I thought of a Thanksgiving turkey. The colors, the feather detail and the metallic-ness of it reminded me of those weird little turkey things supermarkets put up around the holiday to make you buy a big bird come November. Then when I thought about how/what I would wear this with, … Continue reading “Haute Hippie Coin Feather Bib: Who Knew Turkeys Were Chic”

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The Yin and Yang of Suzanne Wilson Designs

What artist Suzanne Wilson seems to accomplish most regularly in her fine jewelry designs is balance. The force of a large Aquamarine stone is tempered by a delicately filigreed setting. An ethereal mother-of-pearl oval is anchored by a heavy gold signet ring. A simple, pretty diamond and white gold band for the finger is made … Continue reading “The Yin and Yang of Suzanne Wilson Designs”

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Diane von Furstenberg by H. Stern: Karma Sutra

The Diane von Furstenberg by H. Stern fine jewelry collection is part of an ongoing collaboration between the Belgian-American designer and Brazilian-German jewelry house, which has already included watches and the popular “Sutra” chain-link bracelet. Highly personal, pieces are inspired by Diane’s memories and lifestyle and engraved with mantras (a.k.a. sutras) based on Diane’s own … Continue reading “Diane von Furstenberg by H. Stern: Karma Sutra”

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Alex Monroe 22-Karat Gold-Plated Sterling Silver Daisy Necklace: He Loves Me.. He Loves Me… A Lot.

Had I seen this pretty little thing a month ago, it would have gone directly on my birthday wish list for any friend/family member/boyfriend/future boyfriend to purchase. I am always looking for unique jewelry that I could wear everyday, and the Alex Monroe Silver Daisy necklace seems just about perfect. I love how delicate the … Continue reading “Alex Monroe 22-Karat Gold-Plated Sterling Silver Daisy Necklace: He Loves Me.. He Loves Me… A Lot.”

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