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Ga Ga or Gag: Mother-Daughter Jewelry From Samantha's Charms

Kate Stahl — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 13:02:10 PST

Just in the last week, I've experienced a new phenomenon of motherhood: whatever I have, my daughter wants. She's only nine months old, but whether it's my sparkling water, hummus, pendant necklace, or magazine, if mama's eating, wearing, or using it, she'd like it, too - and she knows how to get it. (I'm already terrified for her teenage years.) Before she can raid my jewelry box in a few years, I'm thinking I should consider investing in the Cuties collection from Samantha's Charms. Designed by Samantha Freedman, a former attorney based in Boston, Cuties is a collection that includes necklaces and bracelets featuring animal charms in two sizes - a larger one for mommy and a smaller one for daughter. The matching bears, giraffes, ducks, elephants, and pigs come in 14k rose gold-plated, yellow gold-plated, and sterling silver, and range from $60 to $85 each. So what do you think about Samantha's take on mommy-daughter jewelry? Weigh in below!

Golden Globes: The Accessory Trend Report

Hannah Weil — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 13:34:32 PST

Because no red-carpet style is complete without a few finishing touches, no celebrity could turn out their Golden Globes look without the help of a few glamorous details. Every look that hit last night's red carpet showed off a bevvy of beautiful jewels, clutches, and hair accessories - from Michelle Williams's adorable headband to Zooey Deschanel's neoprene clutch, this is all about giving the little things a closer look. We've outlined the night's biggest trends in accessories, so just click through to see which items were hot at the 2012 Golden Globes.

Emerald Jewels Light Up the Golden Globes Red Carpet

Hannah Weil — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 21:12:33 PST

The gorgeous glow of emerald-hued jewels had us spellbound on tonight's red carpet. While some opted for diamonds and gold accoutrements, there's something special about the ability of emerald-toned add-ons to deliver both sparkle and standout color to a bevy of Golden Globes looks. From Julianne Moore's megawatt earrings to Lea Michele's perfect pop of green, each accessory brings a dose of decadent glamour and drama. Click through for a closer look at the statement-making jewels that made us just a little, ahem, green with envy.

Make a Statement With Fall's Latest Necklace Trend!

Brittney Stephens — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:39 PST

Tassel necklaces are one of Fall's biggest trends - Oscar de la Renta, Isabel Marant, and Ralph Lauren all showed them on their runways - and they're an incredibly easy way to add a swingy, art deco vibe to your look. Just take a cue from actress Lake Bell, who dressed up a printed blouse and jeans with her Lia Sophia Global Tassel Necklace ($375); whether your style is more bohemian, rocker-chic, or super ladylike, you can definitely find a tassel necklace to fit your style and budget. Click through to see and shop 10 of our editors' picks now.

Coco Rocha Designs Jewelry For a Good Cause

Chi Diem Chau — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 10:30:55 PDT

There's nothing we like more than fashion for a cause, and our latest find comes from Coco Rocha. The model-cum-TV personality just launched a charity jewelry collection with Senhoa, an organization that helps Cambodian victims of human trafficking. “They asked if I wanted to partner up with them to do a jewelry line. I designed it and the girls make it, and the proceeds go to the girls,” said Rocha. All of the jewelry from the Coco Rocha for Senhoa collection is made by hand at Senhoa using Swarovski-colored beads and chain links. The seven-style collection is now available at Senhoa and ranges from $60 to $195, with one ultraglamorous body piece that costs for $995. Rocha even came up with her own tag line: “Accessorize your conscience,” explaining, “because you know you’re helping out, and it was in the hands of a young girl who put a lot of time and effort into it.” Check out our favorite pieces below, then click the slideshow to see the complete collection, featuring Coco herself along with her model friends Iman and Caroline Trentini.

We love this statement necklace. It would look amazing over an LBD or even a plain white tee.
These beaded earrings are absolutely gorgeous for pairing with pretty blouses and party dresses.
We'd wear this spiked necklace over a black turtleneck for maximum impact.

10 Unconventionally Cool Pearl Jewels

Hannah Weil — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 04:00:25 PDT

Pearls are a jewelry box mainstay - they're timeless, elegant, and we wear them all the time. But, if that pair passed down from grandma is starting to feel just a little tired, think what those shiny pearls would look like refit in new-jeweled confections. We saw evidence of this at the Chanel Spring 2012 show, where the brand famous for pearls showed them in modern ways. Our curated batch of pearled pieces also do it, re-imagining the iconic pearl in collared necklaces, spiked and studded cuffs, and edgier doubled rings to pair with all your favorite Fall separates. It's a collection of jewelry that reads maybe just a touch cooler than your mother's - or mother's mother's- string of pearls. Click through to see and shop a few new ways to wear an accessory staple.

Must-Have Collab: Erickson Beamon to Launch Budget-Friendly Collection For BaubleBar This Friday

Chi Diem Chau — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 07:56:31 PDT

We all die over Erickson Beamon's luxe line - priced up to $1,000 a piece - of neon and metallic baubles. After all, what girl wouldn't want a piece of Vicki Beamon and Karen Erickson's multicolored crystal earrings, necklaces, bracelets, and rings? Lucky for us, the designing duo are launching its second diffusion line (the first was with Target back in '09), this time with BaubleBar.com, which is kicking off a new designer collaboration, Fusion series. Erickson Beamon's seven-piece collection for BaubleBar will include its signature multicolor styles along with a cool selection of "dirty diamond," pearl, and crystal jewelry priced from $65 to $250. Much more affordable than its signature line, wouldn't you say? The collection launches this Friday on pre-sale and will be available be available through Dec. 31 - just in time for holiday shopping! Click through to see more gorgeous pieces from the collection.

Target's Newest Designer Collaborations - See Our Favorite Looks!

Chi Diem Chau — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 16:29:47 PDT

While we eagerly anticipate the arrival of Jason Wu's collection for Target, we're seeking solace in Target's latest designer collabs - Albertus Swanepoel hats, Josie Natori intimates, and Dana Kellin jewels - set to hit online and at a store near you on Oct. 30. Just in time for Fall's chill, Albertus Swanepoel - the famed milliner who has designed hats for Alexander Wang and Marc Jacobs - cozy felt hats, all priced at $20, are sure to leave you cozy and cool. We especially love pretty bow-embellished toppers. For jewelry, LA-based luxury jewelry designer Dana Kellin has provided gorgeous statement jewels for holiday soirees and beyond. Weren't we just talking about statement earrings? Finally the ever so sweet Josie Natori teamed up with Target to create a vibrant intimates collection to highlight pretty prints and sexy cuts. Click through the slideshow to see our favorite pieces from the line and get ready to shop the collections Oct. 30.

Our 20 Picks For Must-Have Fall Jewelry- at Every Price

Brittney Stephens — Fri, 09 Sep 2011 04:00:53 PDT

Thanks in part to the stunning Fall collections from Lulu Frost, Eddie Borgo, Kelly Wearstler, and more, we're feeling charmed and dangerous. The revival of sculptural glamour and natural materials has us smitten, and seeing old favorites like ribbon necklaces and two-finger rings is beyond exciting (personally, I'm still waiting on slap bracelets to make a comeback). There are so many new pretty pieces out there that it may actually make your head spin - which is why we've selected 20 of the best baubles to bring your Fall outfits into glam territory. Before you click through to see and shop our editors' picks, keep these tips in mind:

Bigger is better and actually lets you get away with less. Wearing one giant cuff bracelet or sticking to just a statement necklace packs a punch.
Don't be afraid to mix your metals. There's no law that says you have to wear gold with gold or silver with silver. A pewter cuff thrown into the mix with thin gold bangles looks fresh and modern.
You're already layering your clothes, so why not layer your necklaces? Double up on a long chain, or pile on multiple chest-grazing pieces to create your own cool, unique look.

Lulu Frost Spring 2012

Chi Diem Chau — Wed, 07 Sep 2011 20:58:16 PDT

Lulu Frost's Spring '12 presentation was a beach-inspired oasis complete with models relaxing on lounge chairs and slick surfboards - painted by Sam Brigham - hanging from the ceiling. The whimsical line, which was inspired by Lisa Salzer's childhood days spent on the beaches of Montauk and the classic '60s surf flick, Endless Summer, highlighted natural, natural stones juxtaposed with a series of modern twists. Raw stripes of suede were intertwined in chain bracelets, oversized raw-cute stones were paired with gold spikes, and hand-shaped brass beads were adhered to angular bangles. Salzer also showed an amazing array of ornate ankle bracelets, some of which were connected to a toe ring and others that wrapped all the way up to the knee. Pretty awesome. We're already predicting this as a major Spring trend. Check out more highlights from the collection below, then peruse the slideshow to see more.

Trends: Organic statement necklaces, suede-lased chain bracelets, oversized earrings, raw-cut stones, and ornate ankle bracelets.

Colors: Brass, seafoam green, gold, blue, silver, yellow.

Key Piece: A beautiful layered bib necklace made out of various natural stones, gold spikes, and sea-shell inspired molds.

Who Would Wear It: Girls looking for unique, standout accessories.

Photo courtesy of Chi Diem Chau