Line Lust: Jennie Kwon Designs Fall/Winter 2014

I fell head over heals in love with Jennie Kwon Designs last year when she made her debut. Known for her dainty stacking rings, delicate bracelets, and petite necklaces, Jennie's new collection offers a fresh take on the original. Her rings have become a bit bolder, she's working with more stones, and she's introduced edgy ear cuffs and chokers into the collection.

Favorites of mine include the chunkier cuff ring (original here), the grey diamond slice ring, the stacked cuff ring,  and the white diamond peal cuff.

You can find all of her designs - old and new - here.

MET Gala 2013 Jewelry Round-Up

The 2013 Metropolitan Museum's annual Costume Institute Gala - commonly known as the MET Gala - did not disappoint. The stars brought the glamour in their best fashion-forward attire and accessories all while feting the museum's "Punk: Chaos to Couture" theme.  

Most chose to pay homage to the punk rock theme with edgy gowns, safety pins, studded jackets, over the top ear cuffs, and ornate headpieces. I've rounded up the most noteworthy jewelry and accessories from the night. Did you have a favorite look?

Do or Don't? Ball to Chain to Ear Cuff

I spotted the ear cuff trend back in September (here) and have been wondering if I have what it takes to pull it off since then.  Am I edgy enough? Can I find the perfect cuff? Just when I thought I was out, I spotted Emily from Cupcakes and Cashmere sporting a delicate chained version of the ear cuff I've been pondering for months. Now this is something I could pull off!  A fine chain connects a tiny stud earring to a wishbone-shaped ear cuff, delicately draping the ear, for a look that is more pretty than edgy.

But what do you think - is this look a "Do" or a "Don't"?

model pc: cupcakesandcashmere.com / Jacquie Aiche Ball Chain Ear Cuff, Shopbop

Emily's delicate version is sold out, but see alternatives here. 

Trend Spotting: Ear Cuffs

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Last week Jason Wu had his models wearing18k gold ear cuffs, custom designed for his show at New York Fashion Week.  Could this be the start of something big? I've been starting to notice ear cuffs popping up on bloggers, models, and in magazines alike.

I say, if you like it, put a cuff on it.

1. Pack of 4 Mini Ear Cuffs, ASOS  
2. Maria Francesca Pepe Crystal Stud Ear Cuff, ASOS 
3. Multipack Of Fine Hoop Ear Cuffs, ASOS  
4. Feather Ear Cuff, Free People 
5. Bark ear cuff, Mr. Kate   
6. Ear cuff with Fringe, Free People

7. Pack of Two Lower Ear Cuff, ASOS

8. Just Acces Triple Ear Cuff Set, ASOS

9. ASOS Pack of Four Ear Cuffs, ASOS 

10. Mania Mania Telepathic Ear Cuff, Shopbop

11. Pack of Three Mismatch Ear Cuffs, ASOS

12. Maria Francesca Pepe Stud Ear Cuff, ASOS

Do or Don't: Ear Cuffs

Where do you stand on the ear cuff trend?

 PC: FashionToast wearing Dannijo/Tobi Trinity earcuff

Is it too 90's for you or are you all about an interesting and unexpected ear piece? Let me know in the comments below!

Ps - If you dig it, Mr. Kate has some pretty cool ones!