Knuckle Rings

Love It or Hate It

Charles Albert's Over-the-Top Gems: Love It or Hate It?

While I would definitely consider myself a fan of statement necklaces — and statement rings and statement bracelets, for that matter — I'm not sure how I feel about these extreme gemstone pieces from Charles Albert Jewelry.

While I would definitely consider myself a fan of statement necklaces — and statement rings and statement bracelets, for that matter — I'm not sure how I feel about these extreme gemstone pieces from Charles Albert Jewelry. Each brazenly bold bauble is handmade, one of a kind, and pretty enormous. As intrigued as I am by the giant necklaces, I also have to wonder about the safety issues — will I fall over? Will I eventually need a neck brace? What do you guys think about the Charles Albert collection: do you love it or hate it?

 

Trends

Best of 2010: Accessories Trend of the Year

It was quite the year for the accessory-obsessed: there were definitely loads of baubles, bags, and footwear to drool over!

It was quite the year for the accessory-obsessed: there were definitely loads of baubles, bags, and footwear to drool over! Any fashionista worth her weight in gold tried at least one of these cool crazes, if not all of them. In 2010, we got schooled by chic backpacks, wrapped up in stylish turbans, and swallowed alive by giant knuckle rings. Our feet were festooned with tough motorcycle boots, and the resurgence of clogs had us jumping for joy. So tell us, what was your fave accessories trend this year?

Shopping

The Look For Less: Robert Lee Morris For Elizabeth and James Knuckle Ring

Show of hands: how many of you really badly wanted this funky Robert Lee Morris for Elizabeth and James Knuckle Ring ($195) but forced yourself to forget it due to the steep price?
Elizabeth and James at ShopStyle

Show of hands: how many of you really badly wanted this funky Robert Lee Morris for Elizabeth and James Knuckle Ring ($195) but forced yourself to forget it due to the steep price? If you raised, then this is your lucky day, because there is an almost identical version of the ring for less than half the price. Sorry to do this to your business, MK and Ashley!


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