When it comes to jewelry at Barneys, I actually find more pieces I like in their co-op section than on their main floor. In the NYC flagship they’ve got three large cases on the seventh floor with a ton of fun, affordable (relatively at least), original designs from the likes of Fallon and Subversive. When … Continue reading “Thea Grant Quadrangles Multi Chain Necklace: Snob or Slob?”
If it weren’t for the Kenneth Jay Lane counter at the mall in the Plaza Hotel, the space would be a total bust (well KJL and the Demel Cafe…best coffee and petit fours!). Nothing like an afternoon trying on dozens of bold baubles and indulging in some sweets:-) I only wish there were QVC KJL … Continue reading “KJL Elaborate Enamel Flower Necklace”
Looking to make a statement this spring? Look no further than Tom Binns, whose limited-edition capsule collection for Disney inspired by Tim Burton’s upcoming film, “Alice in Wonderland,” launches this week. Anyone who’s ever tried on or worn one of Binns’s necklaces knows they’re not only significant, weighty pieces, but they’re true handmade works of … Continue reading “Tom Binns "All Heart" Red Queen Necklace”
What a beautiful way to support the people of Haiti. This necklace was designed specifically to help raise money for the victims of Haiti. The engraved words, “HOPE, FAITH, SUPPORT, STRENGTH” is something we should all hold near to our hearts. “I wanted to design a piece that would help benefit a country that has … Continue reading “Danielle Stevens' HELP FOR HAITI Necklace”
This Oscar de la Renta Bib Necklace ($790) is the perfect example of what costume jewelry should do — make a statement! Jewel Snob Tina gave the low-down on the line which is a collaboration between ODLR and style icon Loulou de la Falaise. For me this piece was one of the stand-outs from the … Continue reading “Oscar de la Renta Red Bead Necklace”
Justin Giunta of Subversive (who won the CFDA Swarovski Award for Accessories Design in 2009 and Ecco Domani’s first ever grand award for accessories design in 2008) has been in the news quite a bit lately as he was just appointed to be the design director of jewelry at Tory Burch. Great choice TB! Luckily … Continue reading “Subversive Gold Tropical Treasure Necklace”