Coco Chanel once said before you leave the house take one accessory off. The queen of fashion was right. After all, no ONE wants to look like a 12 year old after a shopping spree at Claire’s! When it comes to jewelry less is truly more. I personally cannot stand what I call the “NJ housewife” look, multiple bracelets, rings, etc. It looks like some of these women wear every piece of jewelry they own every day! My personal jewelry rules are:
1.) Buy the best watch you can afford. I am not a fan of fashion or trendy watches. I think everyone woman should own one great classic watch like a Rolex or Cartier. Not only will this last you forever, but it’s a great investment.
2.) If you are married wear your engagement ring and/or wedding ring proudly. If you are single don’t wear anything resembling an engagement ring. (Unless you are trying to deter men). Celebrate your singleness with all the fabulous cocktail rings out there while your digits are still free!
3.) Your costume jewelry should look like costume jewelry and not try to pass itself off as the real thing. There is a place for real jewelry and costume jewelry in your wardrobe and both are great for different looks. In general, the more formal the outfit, the more formal the jewelry.
4.) Nev-ah wear a statement necklace and earrings, or a statement bracelet and ring. Only one part of the body can be highlighted tastefully at any time. So if you are sporting fabulous earrings, no necklace, only a ring will do. Or pair a killer cuff with a necklace.
5.) Everyone woman needs: a pearl necklace and earrings (real) and a pair of diamond studs.
5.) I know they are “in” but I cannot stand bib neckaces! They remind me of dog collars or 80 year old women. There is no need to laden down your neck like this. Please. Dont.
It should come as no surprise that I LOVE to shop!! It’s more than a hobby for me, it’s a sport (and a competitive one at that!) There are few things more thrilling for me than scoring a fabulous deal…. I am talking up to 90% off! People are always amazed at the things I am able to find and their price! Here are some links to my favorite “hunting” grounds. Enjoy!
YOOX
Hautelook
6PM
Ideeli
Ann’s Fabulous Finds
Gilt
Ann’s Fabulous Closeouts
JetSetter
The Outnet
Enviius
One Kings Lane
Meringue Boutique
Rue La La
Billion Dollar Babes
Row Nine
ChickDowntown
Ivory Trunk
Editor’s Closet
Modnique
Up to 80% off Women’s Clothing and Home goods. Hurry! Shop here.
The Emmy awards the other night had me thinking about who I would reward, if I could, when it comes to fashion. The list below are designers who I think consistently hit the mark in terms of design and originality. I’ve included all price points because I think you can be fashionable with any budget. So without further ado… the Oscar goes to….
CLOTHING
High End: RM By Roland Mouret (Honorable Mention: Gucci, Victoria Beckham)
Mid Level: Robert Rodriguez (Honorable mention: Black Halo, LaRok, Halston Heritage)
Lower End: Robbi & Nikki (Honarable Mention: Romeo and Juliet Couture)
HANDBAGS
High End: Gucci (Honorable mention: Valentino)
Mid Level: YSL
Lower End: Marc by Marc Jacobs (Honorable Mention: Kooba)
SHOES
High End: Giuseppe Zanotti (Honorable Mention: Gucci, YSL)
Mid Level: Pedro Garcia (Honorable Mention: Elizabeth and James, Stuart Weitzman)
Low End: Sam Edelman (Honorable Mention: Dolce Vita)
I am waay too much of a wuss to ever get plastic surgery. Someone cutting or injecting something into me when it’s not medically necessary? No thank you! (At least for now, ask me again in 10 years!) I have thin lips but I love the look of full glossy pink lips. Enter Too Faced Beauty’s Glamour Gloss Lipgloss. It’s a super shiny, non sticky lip gloss that naturally plumps your lips. I was skeptical at first but I tried it, it has a tingly almost cooling effect when you put it on. And then… whoa! The shade I bought was “sexpot” and all I can say is very. At Ulta…
Glamour Gloss Lipgloss
