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

I Heart Lulu Frost!

Oh my gosh! I don't think I have ever come across a designer and been so overwhelmed. I saw one of Lulu Frost's necklaces in InStyle, which I adored, and decided to look her up. And what did I find? She's amazing! Not only is she 26 and already a fashion genius, but her work is so extremely beautiful, made of antiques that she finds. Because of this, each piece is one of a kind. Here is an excerpt from the biography on her website that describes all the fascinating items she uses:


"26-year old Dartmouth College graduate Lisa Salzer, a.k.a Lulu, creates each one-of-a-kind piece from found period antiques, including long-lost room numbers from the legendary Plaza Hotel, cut steel shoe buckles from the 1860's, forgotten keys, beautifully crafted locks and eschutcheons, chandelier crystal, watch fobs, rare Victorian charms and other resurrected finds."














Talk about a piece of jewelry that tells a story! I really recommend going to her site and seeing all of the other great pieces she features. These are just a sampling.

New Sexy Arrivals from GUESS by Marciano

Marciano's work with Guess has been stunning. Here are a few new arrivals with some of his classic work. His pieces are glam to perfection and sexy as can be. Let me know what you think and definitely check out the other items here.

Lacy Lady

Hey all! In the spirit of spring and romance, my current obsession is lace or lace-inspired patterns. Lace is sexy, yet very classic. Right now, I'm feeling like lace everything - lace headbands, lace curtains, everything! Anyway, here are a few pieces I found that go with my current mood. Let's not be afraid to be lacy ladies.



Bobbin Lace Racerback, $68
Lovely in Lace Bubble Dress, $179
Victorian Brooch, $22
Pamela Lace Platform Pump, $49.95
Small White Lace Necklace, $56

Print of the Week 4.8.09

I'm feeling like adding a good pop of color to my life. Bright colors really can brighten a day. I love this maxi dress, mostly because of the fun print. Do you use color to brighten your day and your mood?



Maxi Halter Dress, $88
Crisscross Sandal, $690
Layered Necklace, $88
Herwood Sunglasses, $10
Lacquered Heart Ring, $3.80

Print of the Week 4.1.09

I love dresses with black and white prints because you can do so much with them. I decided to spice this one up with hot pink because it's my all time fave, but any pop of color would do. What color would express your style?



Studio M Flutter-Sleeve Floral Full-Wrap Dress, $69.98
Pleaser Hot Pink Seduce Pump, $34
Merona Elongated PVC Crocodile Clutch, $14.99
Coin Bib Necklace, $69