Just when I thought I was over the bib necklace trend! What do you think about this collection of necklaces?
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This takes stacking to a whole new level. This Philippe Audibert cuff has various designs of spikes and Swarovski crystals that simply slip on for a bold look that is refined and incredibly chic. Go all out Rock 'n Roll or keep it demure with a ladylike evening dress, and everywhere in between. I love pieces that make life easy on you, throw this on any blah outfit and you will instantly look like you keep a full time stylist on your payroll. At Net-a-Porter for $1095.
First of all, let's just make something perfectly clear - you DO NOT need a special occasion to wear a tiara, everyday can be tiara day. Just ask my 3 year old daughter, she will tell you that she does not take any days off as a Princess. OK, so you're not 3 and wearing a tiara everyday can be misconstrued as "crazy" but wedding day aside, you can still make this work if you have fun with your style and keep it kitschy - like, don't wear this with a ball gown for goodness sakes!! At Net-a_porter for $345.
My jewelry collection wouldn't be nearly as fun if it weren't for Kenneth Jay Lane. From huge rose rings, to elephant bracelets, the designer is responsible for countless quirky pieces, not to mention the endless other jewelers he has inspired (from BCBG to Soho street vendors - I feel like I see KJL knock-offs everywhere!). With so many colorful, bold designs, it's easy to forget that KJL actually has some jewelry box staple pieces like this Kenneth Jay Lane Swarovski-Embellished Chain-Link Bracelet ($450), as well. I love the chunkiness of this piece and the versatility will make it a long-time viable option.
Few jewelry designers have exploded the way Alexis Bittar has. CFDA Awards, multiple store openings, a slew of A-list designer collaboration, and the list goes on and on. Luckily the attention the young designer has been getting is all very well deserved! The New Yorker is a unique talent and he has a vast collection of affordable, versatile finds. I love the Crystal Encrusted Golden Earrings pictured above. I just got them at the Madison Ave store in NYC in rose gold. Marked down to only $90 ($115 in Alexis Bittar boutiques), the cupped earrings' concave form with hammered texture and Swarovski crystals make them attention grabbing without being ostentatious. They're a bit heavy though and to give you an idea of the size, about 1/3 of the earring hangs below the lobe. I'm wearing them at the moment with a white tee and stacked gold chain necklaces:-)
If you loved the Judith Leiber Cupcake Minaudiere but was aghast by the $4,689.84 price tag (like all of us!) then this is a cute alternative that still gives you the sweet tooth fix. Now these trinkets make way more sense as a key fob than as an actual bag, more useful too. I'm not sure you will be tempted by cupcakes at your 4th of July BBQ this weekend so I don't know if this will satiate your cupcake cravings or just act as a constant reminder of the thousand calories treat =) The multi-colored crystals are cute on a key fob instead of being garish on a clutch. At Net-a-Porter for $295.
Charm and Chain is a one stop shop for all the unique jewel designers you love. And they love you back by giving Jewel Snob readers 15% off their entire site, including items already on sale! Here are my favorites but you should go through the site, you will be amazed by the variety and selection, and savings! Use code JEWELSNOB when you check out to get 15% OFF.
Jac Necklace, Hot Pink Quartz by Gemma Redux, seen on Blake Lively in Gossip Girls, on sale, was $369 and now $174.25 with Jewel Snob code.
Magical Landscape Ring by Pade Vavra. This is a show stopper, it is so incredibly interesting, it is an attention grabber. $4000 - $3400 with code.
Clip-on Fan Earrings by Badgley Mischka. Timeless yet chic and fabulous, on sale, was $300 and now $204 with code.
Yellow Sunburst Coil, exclusively for Charm & Chain. Industrial is in, and this feminine mix of chains and crystals embodies this trend but still making you feel delicate, $575 - $488.75 with code.
I love Lanvin jewelry (more so than even their handbags); it's super innovative and often vibrantly-colored and sassy. Plus you gotta give Lanvin credit for crafting bib necklace with bold accents way before they were the trend du jour. The one problem? The price. Yes, I know this is Lanvin we're talking about and they can't exactly offer their designs at frugal price points, but four figures for a fabric necklaces or $895 for the Lanvin Strawberry Earrings is just a tad outrageous! I can't imagine that these red and green enameled brass strawberry-shaped earrings won't go on sale. Sure they're embellished with Swarovski crystals (though what isn't these days...), but who would wear these more than a handful of times? They're a fun gag when you're in a playful mood and nothing so reminiscent of Josephine Baker's banana costume should be priced at over $100.
What do you think? Snob or Slob?
