Friday, October 24, 2014

What Your Jewelry Says About You...

I love wearing jewelry and accessories.  Wearing the right piece of jewelry can really make or transform an outfit.  Your jewelry preferences don't just speak volumes about your personal style.  Turns out, they can say a lot about who you are as a person as well.

Read on to see what your jewelry says about you!


This woman wears her heart on her sleeve (and around her neck, finger, or wrist!).  She's not afraid to express her innermost feelings and cherishes her relationships with her friends and family.  To her, there's nothing more special than a personalized piece of jewelry.


Personalized jewelry

Women who wear dainty jewelry are confident, on the go and not at all fussy about their look.  Their jewelry often has a sentimental value, like an initial charm or a quirky pendant that reminds them of a special occasion.

Dainty jewelry


Costume jewelry is ephemeral; it lasts for only a short while, thus the woman who's into costume jewelry loves to switch it up.  To her, commitment is a dirty word!  She likes to change up her style as often as she wants, moving on from one look to the next.

Costume jewelry


The woman who seeks fine jewelry is grounded and confident in her style.  She focuses on a few quality pieces that subtly accent her outfits, rather than buying an abundance of trendy items.  She values jewelry with meaning and character that she can wear for years to come.

Fine jewelry


A woman who wears inspirational jewelry doesn't have time for a mish-mash of post-it note reminders. Instead, she layers in dainty word rings so each time she glances at her hand she gets a kick of inspiration throughout the day to stay focused on what she really wants out of life.

 Inspirational jewelry


A woman who prefers vintage pieces is sentimental and romantic with a refined palate.  She radiates her favorite era and can be both artsy but slightly reserved.  She also appreciates the beauty in all things and is likely the type to literally stop and smell the roses.

Vintage jewelry


A bold, statement necklace can add flare to any outfit, whether a basic white tee or a simple black dress, and speaks volumes to the woman rocking it!  She's most likely a show-stopper - fierce, confident and isn't afraid to stand out.

Bold, statement jewelry


The girl who's into chains and spikes is a true maverick.  She's edgy, adventurous, not afraid to cross the line and loves to be experimental with life and fashion.


Chains & spikes

Friday, October 17, 2014

Try the Laser-Cut look!

Laser-cut detailing has been seen everywhere lately, and nowhere is the beam's ability to create patterns of astonishing intricacy more evident than when it transforms what used to be tough leather into a garment that appears to be as delicate as lace.  I saw it recently when I was out and staring at a lady's dress trying to figure out if it was lace, but upon closer inspection (yes, she let me look!) I realized it was leather that had been laser-cut.  The leather looked and felt as soft at butter, and the detailing of the laser-cut pattern was amazing!  This look can be done in many fabrics, not just leather, so don't feel you're restricted if you want to try this look.

I've seen several celebs sport this look recently, among them Maria Sharapova, Jordanna Brewster & Nicole Richie.  I Particularly like this look when worn in a vivid hue like blue or red as it allows the detailing to be more obvious than when it is worn in the more popular colors of black or white.

Here are some pics of how to wear this look and look fabulous!!