Get the Look: Mixed Metal Momma

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One thing we know? Mixing metals is totally on trend for fall. Gone are the days of sticking to all gold or all silver or white gold with your jewelry. Something else that is on trend for fall? Mixing textures and weights. Pair your dainty bracelets with chunky rings and your thin bracelets with heavier bangles for a look that totally 'du jour.'

1. Rebecca Minkoff Calf Fur clutch

2. Mr. Kate Twig Cuff 

3. Tory Burch Bangle  

4. Jules Smith Boyfriend Bangle

5. Gabriela Artigas Ring 

6. Jacquie Aiche Hand Chain

Sunglasses for Everyone!

It's June! And besides being baby month for me (yippee!) the sun and warmer weather are here and are here to stay. I've rounded up some of the best new sunglasses for the season. I've tried to include a pair for every face shape, style, and budget. Are you in the market for new sunglasses this summer?

1. FE NY Ombre Circle Sunglasses $22 

2. Marc by Marc Jacobs Oversized Polarized Sunglasses $130 

3. Rebecca Minkoff Chelsea Sunglasses $180

4. Karen Walker Number One $250

5. Tom Ford Christophe $380

6. Ray-Ban Mirrored Aviator Sunglasses $160

7. Tom Ford Aviators $380 

8. Rebecca Minkoff Baxter Sunglasses $220

9. Tory Burch Cat Eye Sunglasses $149

10. Ray-Ban Classic Wayfarer $150

Get the Look: Gold Summertime Hand Bling

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Part summer gypsy, part modern cool. Either way this hand stack is prime for copying. 

1. Jacquie Aiche Double Diamond Waif Ring

2. Jacquie Aiche Diamond Kite Hand Chain

3. Rebecca Minkoff V Stackable Rings 

4. Vita Fede Titan Bracelet

5. Michael Kors Watch

Gift Guide: Accessories for the Momma-To-Be

Mother's Day is just a few weeks away! Do you have a present for Mom yet? My true Mother's Day gift guide will be coming up soon, but I thought I'd start off with a guide for those who aren't quite yet Mommas yet, but have a lot of prep to do.  

Here's what would be on my wishlist!

1. Rebecca Minkoff, Knocked Up Baby Bag (here + here)

2. Alphabet coin bracelet, Gorjana

3. Bringing up Bebe and Healthy Sleep Habits, Happy Child, Amazon

4. Polkadot journal or Aztec journal, Chapters Indigo

5. Alphabet coin necklace, Gorjana

6. Faux Moose Head w light pink antlers, White Faux Taxidermy - Etsy

7. Bebe Au Lait Hooter Hider

8. Sunglasses, Marc by Marc Jacobs

9. Gold Table Top Rhino, White Faux Taxidermy - Etsy

10. Oh My Deer print, SS Print Shop and Mother's Love print, Kelli Murray Art - Etsy

11. Baby Blanket, YarningMade - Etsy

12. Heart of Aries Ring, Samantha Wills

13. Hair ties, Kitsch

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Colour Moment: Just Peachy

Hope you all had a fabulous weekend! While the temperatures didn't feel spring-like here (woke up to freezing rain on Friday and rain on Saturday) I am now even more ready spring! If only Mother Nature would cooperate... 

So until then, feeling inspired by bright, light, peachy accessories for warmer weather. Enjoy!

1. Club Monaco Necklace

2. Charles Philip Sylvia Suede Tassel Flats

3. Vita Fede Rose Gold & Peach ring

4. Venessa Arizaga Pretty in Pink Necklace 

5. Tai Stone Party Bracelet

6. Marc by Marc Jacobs Slim Line Sunglasses 

7. Rebecca Minkoff Mini M.A.C.

8. Missoni Thigh High Socks

9. Steven Paigge Low Pumps

10. Adia Kibur Wide Resin Cuff 

11. Deepa Gurnani Gemstone Station Headband

12. Mod Cloth scarf 

13. Nars velvet lip pencil in Bolero

14. Emi-Jay hair ties 

One Piece, Three Ways: Spring Booties

Don't put away those ankle boots just yet! You can still get tons of wear out of your winter ankle boots this spring. By ditching your socks and following these other helpful styling tips, you can continue to wear your booties with jeans, dresses, and skirts. Try wearing outfits like the ones below for stylish, spring, ankle boot appropriate wear. And don't fret, I've also included plenty of jewelry options for these stylish outfits.

Michael Antonio Massey Ankle bootie, Piperlime

7 For All Mankind Jeans, Piperlime

Skinny Studded Belt, Piperlime

RayBan Boyfriend Sunglasses, Piperlime

Jet Back Button Top, Piperlime

Sabine Long Necklace, Piperlime

Michael Antonio Massey Ankle bootie, Piperlime

Splendid Dress, Shopbop

Navy Blazer, ASOS

Michael Kors Oversize Watch, Shopbop

Rebecca Minkoff Bag, Nordstrom

Michael Antonio Massey Ankle bootie, Piperlime

Club Monaco Skirt, Shopbop 

Vince Cream Sweater, Shopbop

Tory Burch Wrap Bracelet, Nordstrom

Bloom Cuff, Nordstrom

Marc by Marc Jacobs Woven Cuff, Nordstrom

Will you be keeping your ankle boots in rotation this spring?

Sparkle At Home

Welcome to a few little snippets from around my home. These days are focused on getting ready for baby girl and adding sparkle in unexpected places.  Here are few photos from the Jolie Jouel headquarters this week.

 A glittery bow for a growing baby bump.

H&M kids 

One for you, one for me. The only person more exciting to shop for than yourself: Baby girl.

Rebecca Minkoff Mini M.A.C. (was on sale) and GAP onesie

Jewelry storage/unexpected sparkle.

Forever 21 Necklace and Animal Head

Getting the nursery started with Baby Girl's new star light fixture.

Star Light

A sweet Valentine's Day card from last year that I had framed.

Card and Frame

Hope you all had a great week, too! xx

Seasonal Look: Metallic Accessories for Winter

In my opinion, the best time for shinny, icy, metallic accessories is in the winter. The high shine finish is reminiscent of winter, snow, and ice and actually brightens an otherwise dull look.  So throw on your favourite metallic bracelet for a blinding arm-party or pop on those reflective sunglasses to keep the glare out of your eyes. Any way you choose to wear it, metallic accessories are just right for winter.

1. Alexander McQueen Metallic glossed-leather cardholder

2. Rebecca Minkoff Heart Bracelet

3. Deepa Gurnani Metallic Petal Cuff

4. Ray-Ban Mirrored Cats 5000 Aviator Sunglasses

5. Rebecca Minkoff Little Louie Metallic Leather Key Pouch

6. CC Skye Pave Studded Cuff

7. Hive & Honey Hammered Metal Cuff

8. Michael Kors Glam Studded High Top

9. Kate Spade Passport Holder

10. House of Harlow 1960 Skull Vial Necklace

11. Free People Metallic Belt

Trend Spotting: The ID Bracelet

This lovely little military-esque trend is hitting wrists in a big way. As far as I understand, the ID bracelet has been around for a long time - think 50 years. With it's simple, chunky, slightly androgynous design and with the ability to engrave it to make it a more personal piece, it's no wonder that this bracelet has been causing quite the stir for so many years. See my favorites below!

1. Marc by Marc Jacobs Standard Supply ID Bracelet

2. Noir Jewelry Classic ID Bracelet

3. Tiffany and Co 1837™I.D. Bracelet

4. Bop Bijoux Leather ID Bracelet

5. Urban Outfitters ID

6. Max & Chloe A.V. Max Gold ID Chain Bracelet

7. Ann Dexter-Jones Silver Medium RP ID Bracelet

8. Max & Chloe Robyn Rhodes ID Kai Block Bracelet

9. Rebecca Minkoff Pave ID Bracelet

10. Lauren Elan James Bracelet

Do you like this military inspired jewelry trend? Sound off in the comments below!

Accessories Report: Small Cross-body Bags

Here's one of those posts I was talking about earlier that will stray from jewelry but focus on another fashion accessory.  I hope you enjoy the change! Without further ado...

I am in the market for a new, small, cross-body bag. I used to be the queen of over-sized sacks, but since switching to my first small bag (buy here) I can't seem to go back. Why do we need to carry around so much? Why does my left shoulder slope toward the ground? Kidding. Cross-body bags just seem so much more comfortable and there is something liberating about leaving the house with just your phone, some lip gloss, and a wallet. Here are the cross-bodies that are on my radar now.

1. Rebecca Minkoff, Mini 5 Zip Clutch 2. Rebecca Minkoff, Woven MAC Bag 3. Marc by Marc Jacobs, Phone in a Box Dots 4. Marc by Marc Jacobs, Classic Q Percy Bag 5. Tory Burch, 797 Crossbody Pouch 6. CC Skye, Studded Eden 7. Rebecca Minkoff, Eyelet Mini Sweetie Bag 8. Rebecca Minkoff, Mini MAC Bag

Get Organized, 2013 Style

The start of a new year feels fresh and exciting with seemingly endless possibilities for new goals and changes.  For me, the new year always signals a fresh start and a chance to get more organized. Pretty calendars abound, new pens and paper products call my name. As I enter a new chapter of life, preparing for a wee baby to join our family, I am going to need to more organized than ever before. Not only do I have to keep track of my own appointments and deadlines, but a Little One's as well. Oh, and try to keep up with my writing on top of keeping him/her alive. Here are some products I have my eye on to help me with this goal. Do you have any tips for staying organized?

1. Free People Desktop e-Calendar, free download / 2. Marc by Marc Jacobs Wallet / 3. Diesel Watch / 4. Paper Source 2013 Paper Source Art Grid Calendar /5. Kate Spade 2013 Desk Top Spiral Calendar / 6. Rebecca Minkoff M.A.C. /

Important Note: I know this post wasn't very jewelry heavy, but for 2013 I am expanding Jolie Jouel to include all accessories.  Jewelry will definitely still be the main focus, but now and then you'll see handbags, shoes, scarves, tech accessories and more. Hope you enjoy the variety every now and then! xx

Trend Spotting: Chunky Link Bracelets

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It seems like everyone these days has their version of the chunky link bracelet. And for good reason, these bracelets are classic and versatile. This chunky link bracelet can be worn casually with ripped jeans and a tshirt and goes equally well with a dress and a blazer.

An assortment of these trendy bracelets below!

1. Forzieri, Toggle Bracelet
2. Michael Kors, Logo Toggle Bracelet
3. Net-a-Porter, 18-karat gold-plated chain bracelet
4. Rebecca Minkoff, Pave Chain Link Bracelet
5. J.Crew, Classic Link Bracelet
6. Juicy Couture, Luxe Rocks Bracelet
7. J.Crew, Classic Pave Link Bracelet

Do you have a chunky link bracelet or looking to acquire one?

Line Lust: Rebecca Minkoff Jewelry

Yes, you read that headline right, the the reining purse/clothing/shoe queen is now trying her hand at jewelry.  And no surprise here, like all things Rebecca Minkoff, the line is utterly cool.  Take a look below at my favorites and start adding to your Christmas Wishlist as these baubles are available later this month and are perfect for the holidays.

 Check out the whole line at Rebecca Minkoff!