Scales, Fangs, and Venom... Yes Please!

They say you should face your fears, whether it's heights, commitment, or broccoli. Since I can't really emulate big bodies of water with accessories (besides the obvious blue tones), let's go with my second biggest fear... snakes. I think it started in that scene from Indiana Jones and escalated. Below are a few snake-inspired pieces of jewelry, but a variety of providers (I'm talking Iosselliani to Target). Now all I have to do is conquer the water thing, but I'll save that for another day when I can think of a good excuse not to.


I love Ankasa's latest jewelry, especially this slithering and scale-full necklace that will easily become the center of attention. Look through the other jewelry pieces on the website when you get a chance too; don't worry, this is the only one that bites.

Iosselliani Silver Necklace


Play like Medusa and have snakes coming from everywhere! This snake ring wraps around your fingers... let's just hope it doesn't squeeze too tight.

Sterling Silver Snake Ring


Last in the sequence is a set of earrings I found on Etsy. They aren't quite as obviously snake-ish as the last items, but I can definitely see it.

Artisan Earring Posts


Snakes definitely aren't new to fashion, but they still give me chills if I see a too-realistic armband and the like.


Love,
jenna

A Variety of Vintage

Maybe it's the after Valentine's Day blues or maybe just the cloudy weather, but I feel like looking at vintage jewelry. There's just something about it. You know it has a story, but it won't tell you what. Maybe an old ring you find in an antique store was actually Queen Elizabeth's or maybe the necklace you find at a garage sale was worn by Joan of Arc. OK, that's not likely, but you get what I mean. There is more to vintage jewelry than just the metal and stones. Here are a few pieces I found on Etsy.com. Some are actually vintage and some just look it, but I love them all.



Three Bows are Better than One
The Elegant Peacock Locket
Steampunk Owl Locket Ring
Garden Bijouterie



Dogwood Flower Necklace
Vintage Glass Flower Earrings
Butterfly Locket Bracelet
Louise Earrings

Website Find: Charm and Chain

It's always fun to find up-and-coming designers that you like even more than the established ones. A while ago, InStyle magazine featured a small section of a spread to Charm And Chain. I over looked it at first, but quickly went back to that page. I checked out the website and fell in love. It's a collection of jewelry designers, both established and new to the scene, who sell their creations together on this site. They are all different, from classic and simple pieces to fun and wild concoctions. It is definitely a site worth checking out and gaining inspiration for all types of fashion, not just jewelry. Here are a few that I liked, all from different designers.

















To see more amazing jewelry like these, go to the website.

Sea Glass Dreaming

The weather keeps getting colder and the more layers I put on, the more I wish it were July and I was strolling on the beach. Sitting in this coffee shop with the heat turned up too high, I can almost imagine the rays of sun on my back and the sand beneath my toes. But sadly, it is still winter (is it winter yet?). To try to stay in my summer fantasy a little longer, here are some sea glass inspirations. Maybe they will help you pretend with me.



Photo from here.



Cuffed Satin Dress.



Annie Hammer Earrings.



Gucci Drew Patent Leather Sandals.
Christian Louboutin Lady Claude Peep-Toe Pumps.



G-Bag Easy Sacca Grande.

Etsy Find: uncharted

Oh, how I love creative people. This Etsy shop is so cute and clever. It's a simple idea but makes a big impact on an outfit. Uncharted covers simple pieces of jewelry in pretty handmade paper. Isn't it cute? Make sure to check out the site because there are a lot more.



Apricot and Plum Floral Wood Bracelet, $30



Katazome Zine Print Wood Earrings, $18



Red Lakta Print Wood Bracelet, $30



Wood Circle Petal Print Earrings, $15



Brocade Print Wood Bracelet, $33

Obsession: Betsey Johnson Earrings

If I were ever a jewelry designer, I would want to make jewelry like Betsey Johnson. I LOVE her earrings in particular. They are so feminine and creative. I love how she uses hearts, bows, animal prints, and colors all together to make some pretty incredible, and still quite wearable, pieces. Here are a few...



To go to her awesome website, click here.