Gift Guide 2014: Statement Jewelry

Sometimes a statement piece screams out at you, and sometimes it is the most delicate thing you wear. Either way a unique piece of jewelry for the lady on your list (or yourself) is something that will be treasured for many years. Here are some of my favorites. 

1. This horn and malachite bangle is perfection. Furbish $68

2. Emerald green is certainly never going out of style. These drop earrings are so pretty. Eddie Borgo $125

3. I love the navy update on this classic gold Marc watch. Marc Jacobs $250

4. Nothing is more chic than a gold watch and plain black leather band. This Nixon has great lines too. $125

5. The hassle on this bracelet is so so good.  J. Crew $115

6. I worship a stack of delicate rings all on their own. These have diamonds. Even better. Gorjana $158

Don't forget to check out the other gift guides: 

Girl on the Go

Classic Shoes

Cozy Sweaters 

Bags to Covet 

Lovely & Lounging 

For the Home

xo

Erin 

Holiday Gift Guide 2013: Something Sparkly

I was not sure I was going to do gift guides this year, but I looked back on last season and it was a busy time here on the blog. So I put a few together that I hope you all enjoy. Plus, it helped me put my wish list together which I will share with you later. 

Up first are some sparkly and sensible (at least price wise) pieces that every girl you know would love. From Mom to your sister to your friend. I added a couple of them to my list, but truly I want every single one of them! 

Oh and for the boys out there, any of these would be a hit with your lady. 

1. The perfect addition to an arm party by Giles & Brother ($95)

2. This Lucite cuff with studs and crystals is part bad ass, part pretty from J. Crew $126

3. This bow bracelet is so genius by Kate Spade ($78)

4. This bracelet has such a great vintage vibe from J. Crew ($86)

5. I gifted this lovely last year and have one myself. Jennifer Zeuner ($132)

6. These are INSANE and would make a fantastic statement by Dannijo ($470)

7. I love the mix of vintage and neon on these earrings from J. Crew ($79)

8. A new take on the classic studs by Auden ($138)

9. Major statement piece without being gaudy. LOVE it  J. Crew ($96)

10. Something pretty to protect from all the badness out there Bauble Bar ($36)

11. A long gilded horn is classic and fun to mix with other necklaces Kenneth Jay Lane ($88)

12. A fresh take on the signet ring from Bauble Bar ($32)

13.  A delicate ring I am obsessed with from Jacquie Aiche $125

Side note: How great are these jewelry cases from West Elm? Kind of the perfect way to display your fave pieces on your nightstand or dresser. 

Did you find something for a person on your list? Or maybe just forwarding this link to your man? ha

Happy Shopping! 

xo

Erin 

Early Custom Christmas

I feel like there are such cute monogram gifts to give, but that I am always shopping past the date to when they can be ready for the holidays. If you want something done custom, now is the time. 

I have this bracelet with my son's initials and would like this one with my daughter's name from.  

Bauble Bar

This is a fun way to update the traditional monogram ring. 

Bauble Bar

These totes look identical to the Celine one I have. But this one comes in more color choices and a much lower price tag. Bonus is you can monogram it. 

Mark & Graham

Also comes in this shape, kind of perfect for Mom. 

A super soft throw with a cute icon and monogram is great. In stripes, even better. 

West Elm (on sale) 

More colors available

I received the sweetest hat with Mary's initials on it from this small shop. I will be ordering more from them as the kids get bigger and stealing the idea for new babes. 

1 2 3 Exclusively

Not a monogram, but easily one of those perfect gifts that you always wish you had when you you are writing notes and sending cards. A gorgeous return address stamp in fun calligraphy. 

 Etsy Shop AngeliqueInk

Tons of gorgeous styles available

This pillow is a nod to Hermes, you can pick the initials and from over a dozen colors. 

Butterscotch Blankees 

What are some custom gifts you love giving? Would love some more ideas! Trying to get my Christmas shopping done early. 

xo

Erin 

Pretty Little Things

As a complete sucker for monograms and initials, I have fallen for these sweet (affordable) pieces from Jennifer Zeuner. 

A scrolling initial ring...

A sweet love necklace...

An old school, chunky initial ring...

And customizable horizontal bar to say whatever you are thinking...

xo

Erin 

Bright and Shiny Blue

I have written before of my love for all things bright blue. This room kind of made me want to die, and I mean that in the best possible way. 

Traditional Home

The neutrals and pop of yellow is so great. The moldings also take it over the top. When I have the opportunity to have a sitting room or den, this is the color that is going up. 

In the meantime, I can still shop for bright blue....

1. Equipment $188

 2. Topshop $75

3. Wayne $485

 4. Isabella Oliver $191

 5. Yochi $70

 6. Nissa $125

7. ASOS $58

8. Balenciaga $1895

 9. Swatch $80

Love the sleeveless, over sized button down with leather leggings. And if I did not look like I swallowed a basketball right now, the Topshop dress would be my go to party dress. Love. 

xo

Erin 

Spiked Punch

Crushing on these tribal inspired cuffs from Pamela Love. 

Available in Bone, Black, and Clear Resin

How great would these look stacked with some more classic bangles or even something ultra girlie with sparkle? Would be so fun to have something with edge to spice things up.


Could be a great addition to the wish list....


xo
Erin 

Blingin' Like Gwen

Tearing through new issues of magazines when they arrive at my door is kind of my favorite thing to do. Call it a hobby, a time to relax or an escape to another place, paging through fashion magazines fresh off the press makes me happy. 

I hardly even got past the first glance at the cover of the November InStyle, when I fell in love with Gwen's stack of chunky, sparkly bangles. 

Gwen's sporting a hefty pile of Lorraine Schwartz, which is just a tad (ions) out of my price range. Lorraine makes gorgeous pieces that celebrities love to wear and she has a fun aesthetic that can be worn with many different looks. 

Though Gwen here is in a gorgeous couture gown, she could easily be wearing that stack with a boyfriend blazer, skinny jeans and booties for drinks. Or with a 3/4 length sleeve t shirt tucked into a maxi skirt for a brunch date. Or with a favorite LBD that needs an update. 

Either way, they are fun and could make a statement with anything you are wearing. And although Lorraine's bangles are out of our reach, I found a designer who is. 

Chamak by Priya Kakkar has an extensive selection of crystal studded bangles that are colorful, versatile and perfect for stacking up your arm. And with price tags that are within budget ($36-$145) and some coming as sets, it makes shopping for them fun. 

Here are some stacks I put together from the collection. Click on individual links to browse or purchase...

From top: Two slim bracelets in blue, white, and gold, Wide bracelet with Blue Circles, slim orange and yellow bracelets, Blue striped bracelet

From Top: Purple and White Striped, Set of Two Gold and White, Set of Two Pink and Gold, Set of two gray and gold 

From Top: Set of Two Gold, Red Ombre, Thick White and Gold, Black Ombre 

Any of these stacks would make my day and make some of my tired looks so much better. 


xo
Erin 

Etsy Find: LaLaDesignStudio

I have to credit this find to Pinterest and my fellow blogger, Teri. It is always fun to find gift ideas on Etsy and with the low price ($15-$100) and adorable choices, this shop does not disappoint. 

LaLaDesignStudio makes personalized rings, bracelets and necklaces that would make any one's heart melt when they received it.  I am especially loving the 'oui' ring as a stacker to your wedding band or a temporary for a soon-to-be mom's growing ring finger. 

Which is your favorite?


xo
Erin

For All the BFFs Out There

When looking for a favor for a recent birthday party, I stumbled across a store on Etsy that made old school friendship bracelets. The EmbroideryFloss shop makes all the patterns and knots that you spent hours trying to master as a kid. The favors were a huge success and now I wear mine all the time, stacked into different bracelets and watches.  

The best part of ordering any of these bracelets is that 10% of the proceeds goes to St. Jude's Children's Children's Cancer Research. So not only do you get to sport a cute bracelet, you are doing some good. And for $10, you can get a few. How fun to give for a gift for your BFF? Never too old for one, promise. 

xo

Erin