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Stacked rings are shaping-up to be one of the biggest trends of the Spring/Summer season. They're a playful alternative to a big cocktail ring and are an easy way to draw out colors in an outfit. The above option from Kevia is one of my fave! It's $125 and the six rings in the set - two pounded gold vermeil, two brushed sterling silver, and two brushed rose gold -- are all handcrafted, fair trade, and made in an eco-friendly environment. You can see the full Kevia collection by clicking here. The line is designed by Kevia Jeffrey-West who studied art in Zimbabwe before starting her own line. The Zimbabwe influence is clear in a number of her pieces and I love the rustic, hammered feel that the designer's influence gives to the piece above.

Have you been sporting stacked rings this season?

If all my jewelry came from Ippolita, I would a happy girl and a very well accessorized one. The line is very clean and simple but not without boldness and character. The hammered sterling silver collection is one that I simply cannot live without, especially the Bastille Necklace for $1095. Amazing and perfect with just about everything. I would not necessarily wear these together but a complimentary look is the Chain Bracelet for $795. It is chunky and cool, great for layering or making a statement all by itself. The collection also comes in rose gold, which is so beautiful and equally timeless.

SeaWeb and Cheeky Monkey Jewelry have teamed up for a coral-inspired jewelry collection called the Lophelia Collection. The collection (somewhat KJL-esque, no?), includes a bracelet of laced coral that is created from recycled sterling silver, set with more than a carat of fair-trade sapphires, crowned with a recycled 10-carot gold starfish and set with a solitary diamond. Accompanying the bracelet are both gold and silver earrings and a matching necklace adorned with a mix of sapphires, all of which resemble laced coral. 10% of the sales of the Lophelia Collection will be donated to SeaWeb's Too Precious to Wear campaign (to support their effort to create demand for coral conservation), and retail between $150 and $1,200. There are a ton of other brands that have collaborated with the Too Precious To Wear campaign including Tiffany & Co., Lilly Pulitzer, Pottery Barn, Lela Rose, Vena Cava, and Chantecaille...noooot a bad roster!

What do you think of the results of this collaboration?

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 tames them, they become a beautiful and interesting creature. The beetles are made of enamel. He also has a new technique that is used on gold. Just like the woven leather bags, here gold is woven and made into belted chokers. Super chic and decadent! And the craftsmanship is astounding! They are handmade in Germany. For fine jewelry, there are silver links with pave diamond for their loyal customers who will and always remain classic and timeless.

As all things YSL, its jewelry collection is chic and edgy. I fell in love with this ring only to find it does not come in my size! The largest size I can wear is a 5 on the middle finger and this ring starts at a size 6. So, I purchased it anyway, for a friend who loves all things Celtic. At least I can admire her wearing it! The shape is so cool, it's a large heart that wraps around your finger and spans up the first knuckle.  It's definitely a don't F with me ring!  The intricate motif is actually the YSL logo ingeniously designed to look like Celtic symbols!
At YSL.com and boutiques (Was $395 now $179!)

Instead of multiple layers of varying chains, Nancy Caten puts it all in one large chain. You get the look without the fuss, and the chunky links has enough impact to wear it alone. The Sterling Silver Large Link Bracelet for $265, can be an everyday affair, works great with embellished tops to add a little something without overpowering the look. Throw the Sterling Silver Multi-Chain Necklace over sweaters, tee shirts and turtle necks to strike up needed flare. For $520.

Leslie Greene is a red carpet regular, here her Sterling Silver Collection was seen at the "American's Next Top Model" wrap up party on model Angel McCord (with her sister, 90210 actress Annalynne McCord). The fantastic bold cuffs are great for adding extra volume without getting too complicated with stacking. The Hudson Cuff seen here is $1200. Also seen are the Bica Earrings with diamond embellishments - what a great way to get some bling without going all out, these are only $780. These chandeliers really grab your attention and the intricate craftsmanship will not betray your savings.

I love that she has the silver collection as a starting point for her line. The Silver Levana Cuff has the same details as well as .44 carats of diamonds but it is $1695 compared to the 18K gold and .93 carats of diamonds on the Grande Sasha Cuff for $12,895. Such a smart way to develop a line!

I don't know if I can properly justify the price but as a bystander, I can attest that this bracelet is kick ass and awesome!!! It is rose gold and sterling silver with 6.47 carats of diamonds. This is a rock 'n roll piece that can will glam up any outfit. The 2 1/4 inch mesh with the sword closure is completely outrageous!! How can you not love and want this? If not for the price, that is. Sevan Mesh Bracelet for $27,175.00 at Barneys New York.

Every so often, I discover a jewelry designer I was previously unaware of, and when they're a talent like Robindira, I am elated. The minute I saw these Byzantine Starburst Earrings from her Modern Antiquities collection, I knew I had to have them. At first, I was a bit confused by the gold hooks against the oxidized sterling silver, and then something just clicked and I was completely into the idea. These are a must-have and at $213, I'd say they're a bargain.

Demistache by Rachael White - Georgina Necklace in Rose Gold
I am not a fan of mustaches overall - though once in a blue moon, I see one that somehow simply suits its owner. It's a rare occurrence, but it happens.

In the case of jewelry designer Rachael White's Demistache collection however, I could see these suiting just about anybody. I never imagined I'd see questionable facial hair transform into a delicate and pretty accessory. Serious credit is due here for creativity.

Intrigued by such a bizarre concept, I actually bothered to look up the history of the mustache and according to Wikipedia, (perhaps not the most reliable source, but I can be lazy), the oldest portrait showing a shaved man with a mustache dates back to 300 BC. I also discovered that the longest mustache ever belongs to Bajansinh Juwansinh Gurjar of India. In 2004, his measured 12 feet and 6 inches. It took him 22 years to achieve that record.

As described by the company, the Demistache pieces are "chic yet cheeky" and I feel that description is quite apt. No grooming required for these babies either.

Other famous mustaches include those belonging to Groucho Marx, Charlie Chaplin, Frank Zappa, Howard Hughes and Freddie Mercury - who was the source of inspiration behind one of the Demistache pieces, (below).

Demistache by Rachael White - Freddy Necklace in White Gold with Pave Diamonds
Ranging from $65 for select styles in sterling silver, to $1865 for select styles in either yellow, rose, white or oxidized gold with pave diamonds, the entire collection can be seen online.