The Jewel Box: Shape Up! February 10th, 2010 By

- Staci from HandbagReport.com

Shopping for jewelry should be just as fun as shopping for shoes and handbags.  Aside from seasonal trends, start incorporating jewelry that expresses your individuality and tells a story.  There are more fun and whimsical shapes and designs than ever before!  The great thing about jewelry is that you can never have too much. Take a look in your jewelry box and figure out what’s missing.  Update your collection with items that inspire you.  Below are pieces that remind me of something I love, and also reflect my personal style.

1.  kate spade Coral Reef Pearl Star Ring, $75.00 at Bloomingdales

kate spade new york Coral Reef Pearl Star Ring, $75, Bloomingdales

Kate Spade New York Coral Reef Pearl Star Ring

2.  Wildthings Large Alligator Pin, $136.49 at Amazon

Wildthings Large Alligator Pin, $136.49, Amazon

Wildthings Large Alligator Pin

3.  Tarina Tarantino Crystal Pave Heart Necklace, Black, $120 at The Giant Peach

Tarina Tarantino - Crystal Pave Heart Necklace, Black, $120, The Giant Peach

Tarina Tarantino Crystal Pave Heart Necklace

4.  Lauren by Ralph Lauren “L’Hermitage” Textured Snake Earrings with Briolette Drop, $38.00 at Bloomingdales

Lauren by Ralph Lauren "L'Hermitage" Textured Snake Earrings with Briolette Drop, $38, Bloomingdales

Lauren by Ralph Lauren "L'Hermitage" Textured Snake Earrings with Briolette Drop

5.  Tory Burch Maggie Cuff, $225.00 at Tory Burch

Tory Burch Maggie Cuff, $225, Tory Burch

Tory Burch Maggie Cuff

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3 Ways to Pull a Simple Black Dress Together December 18th, 2009 By

Chan Luu Gold Leaf Earrings

Chan Luu Gold Leaf Earrings

How do you make a simple black dress look fresh and on trend?  It’s all about the accessories.  A plain black dress is a blank canvas that you can accessorize to fit any trend.  There is a reason that the little black dress is an essential.  It’s timeless.

How should you accessorize right now?

Here are 3 ways:

Balmain Red Buckle Boots

Balmain Red Buckle Boots

An amazing pair of shoes.  Very bright, embellished shoes need to be paired with something simple and dark-colored that won’t compete with them.  An LBD is the perfect companion for a pair of purple or red boots and black tights.  These Balmain boots are the perfect example.  With shoes this hot, you can get away with a simpler dress.

MICHAEL Michael Kors Studded Belt

MICHAEL Michael Kors Studded Belt

A fabulous belt.  There are so many different kinds of belts available, and each can give your dress a very different look. Go with a skinny belt for a romantic, understated look.  Try a bright color or animal print for a little more impact.  To really emphasize your waist, wear a wide belt, like this studded belt from Michael Kors.

Kenneth Jay Lane Necklace

Kenneth Jay Lane Necklace

Jewelry.  A statement necklace and/or bracelets will work better with a simple dress than something that is over-embellished.  A necklace like this Kenneth Jay Lane one can be paired with some plain silver bangles. A bib necklace like this one from The Limited should be worn without other jewelry.  You can also choose to pair some long earrings with bracelets.  We like the gold leaf earrings, above, from Chan Luu.  They’d be the perfect boho-chic companion to a skinny gold belt.

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