Gift Guide: For the Jewelry Lover

Christmas is just one month away! We put up our Christmas tree yesterday and I've been enjoying peppermint mocha's since the red cups (read: Starbucks) made their debut. This is my favourite time of year, for so many reasons.

I put together a little gift guide ('tis the season!) for my fellow jewelry lovers so that you can share your delight for glitz and glam with your loved ones. Or maybe, just maybe, if you pass this shiny list onto them, you might receive a little sparkle under the tree.

1. Gold Watch, Marc by Marc Jacobs, $225

2. Glitter Tassle Loafers, J.Crew, $298

3. Glitter iPhone Case, Kate Spade, $40

4. Twisted Stacker rings, Catbird $64

5. Star Necklace, Piperlime $58

6. Shine Bright Like A Diamond Print, Society 6, $18

7. Ariel Gordon Jewelry Case $275

8. Mint Jeweled Necklace, Anthropolgie, $68

9. Diamond Print, Etsy $30

10. Earrings, Anthropologie, $28

11. Razzle Dazzle Tech Charms, Kate Spade, $50

12. Black Jeweled Necklace, Anthropologie, $68

13. Brass Cuff with Stones, Catbird $68

14. Diamond Sweatshirt, ASOS, $31

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

Do or Don't: Double Time Tellers

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There was a recent Duck Dynasty episode that featured a stylish, city-slicker, photographer taking photos of Phil, Kay, and their beloved dogs. Hilarity ensues as city and country ideals collide. At one point, Phil points out that the photographer is wearing two watches, shaking his head in confusion over his redundant accessories.

Is wearing two watches in-vogue or totally over the top? Something only rednecks can't comprehend or something that only famous pet photographer can pull off?  Sound off in the comments below!

Still lusting after this watch and this one, too. Should I get both and wear them together!? ;)

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?

Trend Spotting: Wearing Your Watch On Top

The Winter brings its own set of fashion quandaries. From finding chic yet warm and dry footwear to how to showcase your watch and arm parties while wearing sweaters and layers. May I suggest a solution to problem #2? (Still unsure working on number 1...erg.) Why not try wearing your wrist watch on top?! I've been noticing some super stylish ladies rocking this trend all season long. I thought I'd share my stylish observation with you, dear readers. Enjoy!

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Would you wear your watch over your sweater or sleeve? Is this a trend you'll try before Spring arrives?

Get the Look: City Cool Arm Party

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Looking to add and edgy cool arm party to your everyday look? We have you covered with how you can recreate the look above. This look is heavy on mixed metals, spikes, and interesting shapes. Get the look now!

 

1. Vita Fede, Mini Titan Crystal Bracelet

2. Vita Fede, Titan Gold Bracelet

3. Shashi, Delicate Swarovski Bracelet

4. Jennifer Zeuner, Evil Eye Bracelet

5. Gabriela Artigas, Pyramid Cuff

6. Michael Kors, Oversized Watch   

Would you rock this look?

Get the Look: Classic Gold Stack

I found this image on Pinterest last night and fell in love with how striking yet uncomplicated it is. A good stack seems easy to create, but often times it can end up looking messy.  I decided to try to recreate this look with pieces I've found around the 'net. If you're interested in recreating this classic gold look, keep reading!

1. Gold bangle - Marc by Marc Jacobs

2. Brown leather watch - Michael Kors

3. Gold charm bracelet - Gorjana

4. Tiny heart bangle - Rings and Tings

Watch Round-Up

I am in the market for a new watch and have been doing lots of online window shopping.  The problem is, there are so many pretty, cool, and unique watches out there, I can't seem to choose just one! Do I go for an everyday boyfriend watch? Something fancier? Or something that's totally different and unique? I might just have to get a few!

Which one is your favorite?

1. Timex Modern Originals, Timex
2. The Capulet Watch by Nixon, ASOS
3. The Kensington Watch by Nixon, Shopbop
4. The Bobbi, Nixon
5. DKNY Sparkle Strap Watch, Nordstrom
6. The Camden Chrono, Nixon
7. Michael Kors Midsize Chocolate Leather Watch, Michael Kors
8. Slim Runway Watch by Michael Kors, Shopbop
9. Georgia Leather Watch, Fossil

This or That: Watches

When it comes to wrist watches, what do you prefer - gold, rose gold, silver, or colored? I am currently in the market for a new watch and fell hard for this rose gold Nixon watch. I have it pinned here and think it might be the perfect summer watch. So tell me, what's your watch like?

All watches are Nixon and are from the Shopbop website!

Watch This

I am in the market for a new watch.  I've had my eye on the rose gold Michael Kors watch for...eons! But lately, blacked-out beauties, like this one, have also caught my eye. And, much to my amazement, smaller, more feminine watches have been popping up on blogs and Pinterest and I've actually found myself surprisingly intrigued! For the past 10 years I've leaned towards over-sized, men's watches, but now I can safely say that I believe smaller faces will have a place in my wrist arsenal.

Check out the following arm parties, starring watches - front and center!

If we can learn one thing from the images above, it's to layer, layer, layer!  Don't let that pretty watch stand alone. Pair it up with some fun bracelets - think spikes, links, and rhinestones. The more the merrier! Do you have a favorite watch that you'd recommend?