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Ports 1961 Gear Wide Headband

It’s not that I don’t think turbans can be a fun touch to top off an outfit, it just feels as if they’ve been completely over-played since the Sex and the City 2 movie came-out. Now, every time I see someone in a turban I find it to come off as too forced and trendy … Continue reading “Ports 1961 Gear Wide Headband”

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Lauren's Hope Medical Identification Jewelry

Yesterday I blogged about not understanding the appeal of dog tags in modern fashion, so it seems like a fitting time to highlight Lauren’s Hope, a line of jewelry that looks to add some visual excitement to medical identification pieces and turn them into more light-hearted “jewelry” pieces. The line includes medical ID bracelets, necklaces, … Continue reading “Lauren's Hope Medical Identification Jewelry”

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nOir jewelry at L.A.M.B. Spring 2011 Runway Show

When it comes to costume jewelry, nOir is my favorite (KJL is a close second, but the quality doesn’t hold a candle to nOir). The brand debuted their new collection, designed by Leeora Catalan, on the L.A.M.B. Spring 2011 runway and it added the perfect pop of dimension and contrast to Gwen Stefani’s lavishly printed … Continue reading “nOir jewelry at L.A.M.B. Spring 2011 Runway Show”

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Roberta Freymann Statement Necklaces

I was first made of aware of Roberta Freymann‘s line of jewelery after doing some research on some fabulous necklace that Olivia Palermo was photographed wearing. The socialite is such a fan of the designer’s pieces, the two actually teamed-up for a collection of statement necklaces. Given Palermo’s impeccable taste I’m not surprised that I’m … Continue reading “Roberta Freymann Statement Necklaces”

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ZUBA Africa Yellow & Indigo Bead Necklace Set

The other week I stopped by the Timo Weiland office and my mind has been on neckwear-inspired jewelry ever since. This ZUBA Africa Yellow & Indigo Bead Necklace Set ($198) is such an easy way to dress up a top. Handcrafted in Rwanda the statement piece is made up of 5 fabric-covered bead necklaces. The … Continue reading “ZUBA Africa Yellow & Indigo Bead Necklace Set”

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Tom Binns "All Heart" Red Queen 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”

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