May your day be filled with…
…red…
Kenneth Cole New York Red Seed Beaded Statement Necklace, Macys.com
…white…
White Stone Bangle Bracelet, FrostedWillow on Etsy
…and blue.
White Gold Created Sapphire and Diamond Earrings, Overstock.com
Happy Independence Day!
Enhanced Red, White, and Blue Diamond American Flag Ring, Zales.com
This weekend, I headed out to see Disney/Pixar’s latest film, Brave. Originally titled The Bear and the Bow, this film is a first for Pixar: not only does it feature a female protagonist (the spunky Scottish princess, Merida), but it’s also the studio’s first period piece.
All of Pixar’s films are visually dazzling, but this one was just breathtaking. From the first scenes, I was stunned by the detail, down to the textures of the fabrics.
I’d recommend seeing the film for the visual appeal alone. I also thought that the film’s core mother-daughter story line was a nice change of pace from the usual wicked stepmother/tormented princess plot.
In honor of the film, here’s a roundup of jewelry that features some of its main themes.
Transformation Necklet, Gaelsong
Note: This necklace features magnets that let you wear it in the two ways shown in the photo. Love it!
——————–
Tartan Earrings in Sterling Silver, MariannMonika on Etsy
——————–
Bear Paw Print Necklace, Hendywood on Etsy
——————–
Copper and Brass Kilt Pin, celtsmith on Etsy
——————–
Silver Arrow Necklace with Mint Green Wire, BlackStar on Etsy
——————–
“Our Fate is Our Destiny” Talking Message Ring, AzureBella Jewelry at Amazon
——————–
Bonus Pick: This Brave-inspired charm bracelet includes just about all of the movie’s themes.
Brave-inspired Silver Charm Bracelet, PrincessCameos on Etsy
I did a double-take when I checked my email and noticed this Badgley Mischka jewelry collection announcement from Bed Bath & Beyond:
A pairing with the home retailer makes sense when you consider how closely associated the brand is with weddings. It’s certainly a go-to source for bridal registries – I can’t tell you how many wedding gifts I’ve seen wrapped in the distinctive purple Bed Bath & Beyond packaging.
The collection itself is surprisingly comprehensive. It includes everything from necklaces…
Badgley Mischka Modern Deco White Topaz Necklace, Bed Bath & Beyond
——————–
… to earrings …
Badgley Mischka Soft & Sophisticated White Topaz Bow Earrings, Bed Bath & Beyond
——————–
… to bracelets.
Badgley Mischka Modern Deco 3-Row Pearl Bracelet, Bed Bath & Beyond
——————–
You can even pick up your hair accessories…
Badgley Mischka The New Classics Floral White Topaz Hair Pin, Bed Bath & Beyond
——————–
… and a little something for the groom and groomsmen, too.
Mark & James Off the Cuff Stainless Steel Linear Cuff Links, Bed Bath & Beyond
——————–
Few things are as classic for bridal attire as lace. But far from being stuffy, lace can be a beautiful addition to a modern bride’s wedding day.
After seeing Mad Tea Garden’s jewelry (via Disney wedding website Magical Day Weddings), I’ve loved the idea of lace-inspired jewelry. Check out those earrings below – lacy and they’re mint green! WANT!
Lace-inspired jewelry would look great on bridesmaids and on the bride herself. Some jewelry features metal that mimics lace, and some jewelry features actual lace accents. Either way, the results are beautiful.
Light Drops Gold Plated Earrings (Mint Green), madteagarden on Etsy
——————–
Wedding Bridesmaid’s Lace Necklace Gift Collection, ThatOldBlueHouse2 on Etsy
——————–
Michal Negrin Butterfly Lace Brooch, Amazon.com
——————–
Cubic Zirconia Diamond Lace Necklace, Amazon.com
——————–
Handmade Bridal Filigree Rhinestone Brooch, sukran on Etsy
——————–
Novica Sterling Silver Floral Lace Cuff Bracelet, Amazon
——————–
Laurent Gandini Serenissima Sterling Silver Earrings, Net-a-Porter
——————–
King for a Day Black Majesty Crown-Inspired Wedding Band Set, debblazer on Etsy
——————–
It’s no secret that I’m a little on the, shall we say, nerdy side. So when I saw this Pacman ring set (on Pinterest, where else?)… instant love. This officially wins the award for “Most Creative Use of Cabochons.” An award which I just made up. So prestigious.
Pacman Ring Series, RachelPfefferDesigns on Etsy
It appears that this ring set sold out some time ago, but the designer, Rachel Pfeffer, has a shop full of lovely and clever creations. I appreciate her lighthearted yet wearable style. This necklace, for example, has a fun bicycle motif (See my post about other bicycle jewelry here.)
Tiny Sterling Silver Bike with Brass Hearts, RachelPfefferDesigns on Etsy
Or this sparkly drusy necklace. (See my post about other druzy jewelry here.)
Purple Galaxy Drusy Necklace, RachelPfefferDesigns on Etsy
And one more favorite: darling honeycomb earrings featuring tiny dangling bees:
Honeycomb Dangle Earrings, RachelPfefferDesigns on Etsy
Check out more of this designer’s pieces at her Etsy shop here, or at her personal website here.
Color me obsessed with peachy hues lately, as seen in my love for peach sapphires. Add the spring-like, fresh look of mint, and you’ve got a match made in heaven.
These two tones play very nicely together for a wedding: Exhibit A: Style Me Pretty and Exhibit B: Girl About Town. Mint and peach would be fun as bridesmaid colors – and as splashes of color for the bride herself!
Peach and light green bridesmaid necklace, EternalEden on Etsy
——————–
Peach and mint earrings, AngelPearls on Etsy
——————–
Peach, mint, and gold filigree ring, redtruckdesigns on Etsy
——————–
Mint and peach flower earrings, Ruche
——————–
Rhinestone cutout bracelet, Forever 21
——————–
Michal Negrin floral necklace, Amazon
——————–
It’s summer(ish), and that means you’ll find me doing at least one of these two things every weekend: yard work (meh) and cycling. I would definitely still consider myself to be a novice on the bicycle, but I really enjoy it and feel so blessed to have GORGEOUS trail options that are available nearby. Exhibit A:
That doesn’t even capture the sight of creeks running through the trees, the sounds of birds, the smell of leaves. Sigh. It’s love.
Since I’ve had bikes on the brain lately, I decided to use them as inspiration for a six picks post. Here are a few of my favorite bicycle-inspired jewelry pieces.
1.
Bicycle Wish Bracelet, pier7craft on Etsy.com
This bracelet is so cute – and affordable! I’ve been a sucker for aqua/turquoise lately, and it’s everywhere! Plus, I’ve been wearing a vintage-looking cord bracelet almost nonstop lately. It might be time to add to my collection…
2.
Recycled Bicycle Bracelet, Re-Cycled Accessories
The bracelet above isn’t inspired by bicycles – it’s made from them! The company that sells it makes several pieces from recycled bike parts. Stylish and green.
3.
Red Plated Vintage Bicycle Necklace, zazastory on Etsy.com
This necklace is more whimsical than the jewelry I usually wear, but it’s so fun that I think it’s worth stepping outside the comfort zone. The bike has moving parts, and the cheerful red color is so charmingly nostalgic.
4.
Marianne’s CZ Bicycle Earrings, Emitations
On the other end of the spectrum, these stud earrings are a subtle tribute to this mode of transportation. It’s hard to go wrong with CZ studs in a slightly abstract bicycle shape.
5.
Titanium Bicycle Ring, Titanium Buzz
A durable titanium ring is appropriate for rugged cyclist types. (Like me – ha!) In any case, I think the tire tread marks and water bottle, among other motifs, are fun touches.
6.
“i love bicycles” Handpainted Wooden Bracelet, Aramar on Etsy.com
Everything about this bracelet is sunny, from the color to the handpainted bicycle motif. Too bad a front basket would look funny on my bicycle. Or would it?
Celebrity photographer Terry Richardson posted a photo of singer Lady Gaga wearing a ring that he claims is her engagement ring. Is it real, or just a silly photo for friends?
I was almost too distracted by her bold gold-toned jewelry to notice. (I actually kind of love the necklace in a way.) If it is an engagement ring, score another one for yellow gold making a comeback.
As of now, Gaga herself is silent on the issue.
While doing some blog browsing, I came across a fabulous Portland wedding on Style Me Pretty. The bride, Julie, is wearing a very pretty gold-toned filigree necklace. It’s a nice change of pace from the sea of silver that still dominates wedding jewelry.
It takes on even more meaning when Julie, in the comments, mentioned that the necklace (plus a ring) is from her mother’s jewelry collection. What a wonderful “something borrowed!”
Inspired by this bride’s choice, I rounded up a few affordable and pretty gold-toned statement necklaces:
Brass Chain Mother of Pearl Pendant Necklace, $48 (now $36), 1928
—————————————————-
Brass Filigree Necklace with Labradorite Accents, $69.20, OnTheBead on Etsy.com
—————————————————-
Kate Bissett Brass, Gold-Plated Necklace, $53, Sears
Have you seen Beyoncé’s amazing Lorraine Schwartz bib necklace on the cover of People magazine? It’s the same one worn by Heidi Klum at the 2012 Golden Globes. The necklace, which features champagne diamonds and huge turquoise stones, is part of a set worth about $1 million.
Speaking of turquoise stones, it looks like the much-beloved Duchess of Cambridge was sporting some turquoise of her own?
Although I’m trying to be more adventurous with my own jewelry choices, I haven’t stepped out in a bib necklace yet. This one from Kate Spade might just get me to do it, though:
Kate Spade New York Park Guel Triple Row Necklace, $228, Nordstrom.com
I love the snappy aqua color, and the rectangle-shaped “stones.” It’s available in a happy yellow shade, too. Bam. Instant sunshine.
Kate Spade New York Park Guel Triple Row Necklace, $228, Nordstrom.com
Gotta love having options. And for the truly fearless, there are matching earrings, too. Which color is your favorite?
As an aside, I’d like to post belated anniversary love to my dear Mr. Jewelry Wardrobe. Thank you for tolerating understanding supporting my jewelry habits.
This Jewelry Wardrobe 