Awesome Valentine's Day Gifts from: Bespoke Bijoux at Max & Chloe

Valentines Day is just around the corner. Hubby and I do not exchange large gifts. He is in that school of men that find Valentine's Day to be a "commercial" holiday created by merchants in order to get people to spend. If you know me, no one has to create a holiday in order to entice me to spend. I do agree with Hubby's assertion that we should celebrate Love everyday and not just February 14th. He will do candy, flowers and the dinner thing, but I have to say, "I would not mind something in a little box every once and full moon," (notice I didn't say blue moon, full moons come more frequently.) If he were wanting to surprise me he could choose any of the following, and if he were not around, I would certainly be loving myself with one of the nice picks below. Note: please DO NOT  wait on someone else to love you, love yourself; and here's a couple of ways how to do just that:

 

The Avanessi Love Necklace. The word "love" hangs lengthwise from the chain in a simple lowercase script. The chain is 16 inches long with a a 1.25 inch pendant.  The necklace comes in yellow, white and rose gold. I like The Avanessi Love Necklace best because it has some bling, but it is still simple.  It is modern and sleek. The Avanessi Love Necklace  sells for $200.00 atMax and Chloe.

 

I also like the Avanessi Love Ring. I would probably get the rose gold. I have been wanting rose gold lately. I have been on this pink kick for the past four or five years ( I guess I didn't get it in when I was young).  So anything pink, including jewelry catches my eye.  The Love ring is 14 karat rose gold with a diamond accent. You can find it at Max and Chloe for $298.00.

 

I know this sounds cheesy, but the Love at First Sight cuff is sooooo romantic. The 14 karat gold plate cuff has the words "love at first sight" written in braille. Get it? It is as though you are seeing with your heart. Awwww!!!!  You know you like it. The gold plate cuff is 1/4 inch wide, 2 inches in height and 2 1/2 inches in length. It fits "most" wrists. The Erica Anenberg Braille Love at First Sight Cuff at Max and Chloe for  $180.00.

 

This is the ultimate in cheese.  The West Avenue Jewelry Heart   initial heart necklace has two letters  sandwiched between a heart. Cheesy, but cute! It is the ultimate 80's. I can imagine someone in stonewashed jeans and a sweater vest with collared shirt and white Reeboks putting the necklace on then sticking her hand in her boyfriend's back pocket. The pendant is 3/4 inch high and 1 inch long and hangs on a 16 inch chain. It comes in sterling silver, gold-fill or solid 14 karat gold.

 

The Je T'aime Twosome Ring is another pretty cool and funky way to say, "I love you." I absolutely love the French language. I studied it for six years because it was so beautiful. Saying, "I love you," in French, in 14 karat gold plate, across two knuckles is worth 10 dozen roses. The Erica Anenberg Je T’aime Twosome Ring  is available at Max and Chloe for $80.00.

 

Another funky piece that caught my attention is the Cynthia H Let Love Rule Cuff.  The bracelet is a metal alloy plate with the words  “Let love rule.” The plate is connected to blush colored leather bands anchored by shiny metal links.  If you do not like any of the other cheesy pieces, this  piece has the least cheese yet still conveys the same message. The Let Love Rule Cuff is $50.00 at Max & Chloe.  

 

Beyonce said it best, "If you liked It then you shoulda put a ring on it," or a necklace, or a bracelet.. .

 

Until tomorrow,

 

Chamele

American Eagle Rhinestone and Chain Bracelet

while browsing for holiday gifts, i discovered this Rhinestone and Chain bracelet from American Eagle Outfitters. i'm hoping this will be liked (and worn) by my hardest-to-buy-for-because-she-is-the-complete-opposite-of-me friend. this little cutie has a row of clear rhinestones, a row of dark rhinestones and a bronze chain link-- it's sparkly (love!), but still casual enough to be worn with jeans (her basic unform). :)

visit ae.com for more info.

xo

Shop NBC: Christmas Shopping on a Budget

Hello Divas!

I hope your week has been Fantabulous!

Although Halloween is still one week away, I have been seeing so many Christmas shopping ads.  In the interest of full disclosure, I am a Christmas junkie.  So I actually welcome the premature Christmas displays.   I am already thinking about decorating, going to Christmas parties and shopping.  I usually do not do a lot of online shopping, but online shopping has become so sophisticated.  There are so many deals like free shipping, discounts, and free returns.  Shopping and saving money without the lines and crowds?  What could be better?

One of the coolest shopping sites I have discovered is ShopNBC.  ShopNBC has jewelry, watches, apparel, home goods, shoes, beauty products, electronics and more.  In addition, you can choose to pay for an item now or you can chose to pay with a 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6 installment payment plan.   These payment options are particularly useful for those on a budget!   Plus, you can shop the site for an item based on your budget.  So if your budget is $100, you can choose items in that price range and only shop items for $100 or less!  I love it!

While perusing the site, I was particularly fascinated with the jewelry section.  They have EVERY type of jewelry you can imagine at affordable prices.  You can purchase gold earrings for mom, diamond studs for yourself, or a nice cocktail for your BFF.  Here are a few pieces on the ShopNBC I adore:

There is nothing like a huge Onyx cocktail ring adorning your finger at a swanky Holiday cocktail party.  Can we just say Divalicious?  Get this ring for a girlfriend or just for yourself.

I found these beautifully colored diamond earrings in the gold jewelry section. They’re only $249 and are encased in 14 kt. gold.  What an unbelievable deal!  Give your significant other some hints about these babies. Love!

 I love this pearl cuff!  It is sterling silver and comes in either pink or white.  However, I am loving the black pearls. Gorgeous!

As well as these earrings, bracelets, and rings, ShopNBC's jewelry section also features necklaces, pendants, pins and men's jewelry.  Next time you are looking for jewelry online, be sure to check them out.  You won't be disappointed.

Toodles!


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How to Properly Layer Accessories

Hello Divas!

How have you been this week?  I have been mostly good!  You know what I learned this week? If you don't think you are beautiful no one else will!

During Mother's Day weekend, I kept seeing examples of improperly placed accessories.  I like to follow the rule set by Coco Chanel, before leaving the house, always remove one accessory.  Over accessorizing is never good.  Here are a few tips when wearing necklaces, dangling earrings, and arm pieces.

Necklaces

When layering necklaces, the best look is a short length necklaces with a long necklace.  The necklaces should compliment each other and one should be more dominant than the other.  This Rachel Roy necklace is a perfect example of layering necklaces:

Earrings

If wearing long dangling earrings usually a necklace is not needed.  If you do choose to wear a necklace, wear a long necklace so there is separation between the earrings and your neck piece.  A short necklace should never be worn with long dangling earrings.

Arm Pieces

I love to layer bangles.  However, I usually limit my layering to three.  Three just seems like enough and not overpowering.  However when I wear a cuff, one is enough.  A big beautiful cuff should speak for itself.

Beautiful Cuff

Happy Accessorizing!

Toodles!