layer on

Did you see my post on the Glitter Guide today on how to layer multiple necklaces? I was so thrilled to put it together because layering necklaces up is something of a life passion of mine. And I take it very seriously. Like art form seriously. uh huh. You’ve seen these all before but here’s a recap of my favorite layered looks from this blog.

I hope the GG post inspires you to layer your necklaces up to create a cool and unique look! Please tweet for facebook me images so I can see your look! ♥♥

organic gemstones

clockwise from top center:   Jamie Jewelry Agate Pendent, Chan Luu Agate Pendant, Agate Bookends from royaleminerals.com, Alexis Bittar Chrysophase Ring,  Adina Mills Amethyst Ring,  Max & Chloe Blue Agate Shield Cuff, River Island Large Agate Ring

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Lately I have been more than a little obsessed with all kinds of organic looking gemstones – agate, quartz, chrysophase, you name it. I am drawn to their gorgeous colors and their natural and beautiful imperfect-ness. I am even convinced of their metaphysical healing powers. It’s the Stevie Nicks in me I guess. I am thinking of hitting up the bead store this weekend and create something resembling the Chan Luu multi pendant necklace and I have to have one of these rings. Gorgeous, yes?

and the best accessory globe goes to…

Bejeweled headbands had a major moment last night at the Golden Globes on these two lovely ladies. I’m officially on board. Best accessory indeed!

(Michelle and Charlize happened to be two of the best dressed overall as well. I also loved Elle Macpherson, Claire Danes and Emily Blunt)

clutch

-a collection of my clutch photos-

bonus: watch my arm party grow over time! happy monday loves xx

spiked

-jewelry.as.weapon-

i’ve got a spike bracelet obsession

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top to bottom: Dannijo Sloane, CC Skye Gold Spike, Forever 21 Stretchy Spiked, Forever 21 Pyramid Stretchy, TopShop Two Row Spike Stretch, Luv AJ The Spike ID

in the golden hour

emerald green dress: Topshop; shoes: Gap; clutch: vintage; sunglasses: RayBan; necklaces: vintage & Topshop; bracelets: c/o BaubleBar, F21, BR, JCrew; watch: TokyoBay

I swear, the early fall days have the prettiest dusk lighting. Hope you all had a fab weekend!

I got my green dress*

fall on my mind

Now that it is officially August, I’ve officially got fall on my mind. Fall is my favorite season for fashion. Whenever it starts hitting the magazines and stores (and blogs) I get all giddy thinking about the leaves changing and the chilly mornings and afternoon sun. I look forward to getting back in my jeans and boots and cozy, drapey sweaters. Fall 2011 has me particularly excited because I am really feeling for all of the fall trends – a lot of them stemming from the 70s revival we saw starting in the spring. Cue jewels tones and working-girl blouses and heeled loafers (of which i totally owned a doc marten pair i adored in 7th grade- brings me back)! I am also loving all of the knitwear out there in various textures and knits. Pull out your sweaters girls, they’re officially in.

This is what I’m going to be wearing all fall…

1st set – clockwise from top 1. Cozy CABLE KNIT  donna karan cable-knit cashmere sweater paired back to 2. NAVY jersey crepe MAXI skirt – textile elizabeth and james riley crepe maxi skirt. 3. TORTOISESHELL SPECS add a touch of librarian chic- super eyeglasses ciccio havana frames from madewell. 4. HIGH WAISTED SKINNY FLARES IN DARK WASH the ultimate in flattering denim – madewell vintage rocker jeans. 5. PLATFORM HEELED LOAFERS true religion hathaway. 6. BRIEFCASE CROSS BODY BAG madewell  petite briefcase bag. 7. THE ICONIC EQUIPMENT BLOUSE in fall-appropriate houndstooth print – equipment devan houndstooth print chiffon blouse. 2nd set – clockwise from top. 8. OPEN WEAVE PULLOVER see by chloé open-knit wool sweater with 9.  FALL COLORED DENIM ag stevie ankle jean in sulfur plum. 10. OPEN FRONT BLACK LEATHER JACKET the new cardigan – day birger et mikkelsen day nilay jacket. 11. soft and layerable DEEP VEE POCKET TEES in neutrals and jewel tones – madewell v-neck pocket tee in bench green and heather grey. 12. POINTY TOE STILETTOS they’re baaacckk (why didn’t i hold on to my BR purple suede pair?) – kate spade licorice heel 13. CROPPED LIGHTWEIGHT SWEATER with CUTOUTS  i’d wear with everything – alexander wang cropped fine-knit wool sweater. 14. TRIBAL CHOKER BIB  NECKLACE oscar de la renta gold-plated multi-stone bib necklace

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into the blue

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despite the rain and unseasonable overcast sky, i decided to stick with my summer themed bright frock and hair flower for alicia’s northern california wedding. i am glad i didn’t end up turning to my back-up black dress (i was seriously considering) as this bright turquoise silk one ended up being so fun to wear.  i think i kind of perked up the party!

 

dress: alice & olivia (via jeremy’s), hair flower: ban.do, shoes: calvin klein, snakeskin clutch: BR, bracelets: j.crew, BR, tiffany & co.

latest creations

some of my latest jewelry creations…

style influenced

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One of my personal style icons is Margherita Missoni. I have always loved her authentic sense of self and free spirit attitude that comes through in how she dresses. Her glamorous bohemian style evokes a life well lived: heiress and muse to major Italian fashion house, year-round jetsetter, fashion A-lister. Yet, despite it all, she doesn’t ever look like she is trying too hard and she always looks a little immaculately imperfect (something I love, as, I too, am always a hair slightly out of place). You can tell she has fun with fashion and doesn’t take it too seriously. Her effortless, accessorized, (Missoni) knit-wear heavy signature look feels so right this season with all of the 70s inspiration going on. I have found myself channeling Margherita’s style lately, playing with ‘colorful boho glam.’ See my MM inspired polyvore set above.

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Missoni ruched dress, $895
Missoni cropped knit cardigan, $1,885
L Agence long sleeve top, $445
Missoni Mare bikini bathing suit, $515
Missoni studded leather handbag, $572
Dorothy Perkins engraved jewelry, 13 GBP
Tribal necklace, $545
Missoni circle necklace, $575
TopShop enamel jewelry, $20
Missoni viscose scarve, $258
Deepa Gurnani vintage hair accessory, 35 GBP
Frye Sage Cut Slide Sand, $168

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