Spook-tacular Jewelry

With Hallowe'en just days away, I thought I'd round-up the some of the spookiest-yet-wearable jewelry. You know, just in case you want to forgo the pink wig and fishnet stockings for a more subtle take on dressing up for the holiday. You'll be the envy of all of those dripping in uncomfortable face paint in any of these spooky pieces.

1. ASOS cat ears ring

2. Hanging fangs necklace, Jennie Kwon 

3. ASOS spider earrings 

4. Vampire crown ring, Verameat

5. Diamond web ring, Jennie Kwon

6. Creepy hands bracelet, Verameat

7. Spider web cuff, FarFetch

8. Oxidized spider studs, Boticca 

DIY Friday: Hallowe'en Spider Ring

I am jumping back into the Jolie Jouel archives for this spooky DIY. Read on to see how you can make this gold, Tom Binns, spider ring dupe.

I came across this gold, Tom Binns spider ring a few weeks ago while I was working on my Halloween jewelry post. It got me thinking about a more affordable DIY alternative for Halloween. I was reminded of the plastic spider rings we used to wear as kids and headed out to the craft supply store to investigate. The result is a pretty good dupe for the Tom Binns version and will save you a ton of money.

You will need:
- plastic spider rings
- gold paint (I used Martha Stewart's liquid gilding in gold)
- paint brush
- optional: rhinestones or beads for extra bling.

Prep the area with newspaper, cardboard, or construction paper. Shake up the paint and lay out the spider rings.

Cover the rings in gold paint. Make sure to get in all the nooks and crannies. Let dry and then flip the rings to paint the areas you couldn't get to on the first coat. One coat was enough with the Martha Stewart paint, but if you're using a different brand it may take two or more coats for a solid finish.

Add rhinestones or beads for an even glitzier look! Use super glue (carefully!) and get creative. Or you can keep your spider pure gold a la Tom Binns.

Ta da! You're all set for Halloween and will have the prettiest spider ring out there.

Will you try this DIY spider ring for Halloween?

DIY Friday: Gold Spider Ring

I came across this gold, Tom Binns spider ring a few weeks ago while I was working on my Halloween jewelry post. It got me thinking about a more affordable DIY alternative for Halloween. I was reminded of the plastic spider rings we used to wear as kids and headed out to the craft supply store to investigate. The result is a pretty good dupe for the Tom Binns version and will save you a ton of money.

You will need:
- plastic spider rings
- gold paint (I used Martha Stewart's liquid gilding in gold)
- paint brush
- optional: rhinestones or beads for extra bling.

Prep the area with newspaper, cardboard, or construction paper. Shake up the paint and lay out the spider rings.

Cover the rings in gold paint. Make sure to get in all the nooks and crannies. Let dry and then flip the rings to paint the areas you couldn't get to on the first coat. One coat was enough with the Martha Stewart paint, but if you're using a different brand it may take two or more coats for a solid finish.

Add rhinestones or beads for an even glitzier look! Use super glue (carefully!) and get creative. Or you can keep your spider pure gold a la Tom Binns.

Ta da! You're all set for Halloween and will have the prettiest spider ring out there.

Will you try this DIY ring for Halloween?

Halloween Costumes for the Jewelry Lover

Halloween is just around the corner so it's time to get your costume lined up! If you're like me, you love any excuse to pile on the jewelry. For my jewelry-conscious readers, I've come up with a few costumes that will allow you to dig through your jewelry box or maybe even give you an excuse to buy something new! You will wear it again, right?

Holly Golightly from Breakfast at Tiffany’s. Don't forget those pearls or that hair pin!

Anne Hathaway's Catwoman. Get the look with a pretty mask, cat ears, and again with the pearls! 

Honey Boo Boo. This little firecracker would make for a fun Halloween costume. Grab a pink party dress and a glittery tiara to finish off the look.

Flapper Girl. A fringed dress, a knotted, long necklace, and feather head piece will have you looking like you're straight out of the 20s.

Hippy. I know this is a picture of Nicole Richie, but she just does the hippy look the best. Grab a long flowy top, a long peace sign necklace, and a groovy headpiece. This is one costume you'll definitely be comfortable in!

Have any other jewelry-heavy Halloween costumes you'd like to share?

Fun Halloween Jewelry

Not ready to go to work or class dressed as a sexy cat? Then take Halloween to place it doesn't normally go - a classy one! Yes, it can be done. Rather than dressing up like Katniss or Snooki, opt for some adult friendly Halloween jewelry during the day and join in the Halloween spirit while keeping your dignity intact!

And the good news is, whether it be some fun orange jewelry, a snake ring, or a spider necklace, you can get wear out of these items year round. Can't say that for your costume, can you?

1. Katrina Lapenne, Double headed snake ring, Catbird
2. EMANUELE BICOCCHI Bat and cobwweb ring, Farfetch
3. Tom Binns, Spider Earrings, Shopbop
4. Jennifer Zeuner Jewelry Long Diamond Snake Bracelet, Shopbop
5. Dream Collective Snake Bangle, Free People
6. Skull Earrings, Boticca
7. BCBGeneration Ring, Silver Tone Bat Two Finger Ring, Macy's
8. Adia Kibur Layered Beads Necklace, Shopbop
9. Pack of Two Snake Stretch Bracelets, ASOS
10. Kenneth Jay Lane Tassel Pendant Necklace, Shopbop
11. Tom Binns, Spikder necklace, Shopbop
12. Tom Binns, Spider ring, Shopbop

Stay tuned for an exciting DIY dupe for the Tom Binns gold spider ring. Can't wait to share this one with you!