Fall Jewelry Trends 2014

Can you believe it's September?! Sorry for the lack of posting over the summer. I took a short hiatus to regroup, refocus, and recharge. But I am excited to be back to discuss all things jewelry! What better time to start things up again than with the change of a new season. Fall is my favorite season. I love the weather, the fashion, the food...it's all scrumptious.

Here's what on my radar for fall jewelry trends. Have a great week!

1. Silver

Gold still reigns supreme but silver is making a comeback in a big way.

2. Lariats

A single loop followed by a dangling tendril, lariats are fresh and unexpected neck candy this season.

3. Pearls

From earrings and necklaces to bracelets and rings. Find DIY versions floating around the web for a more affordable option.

4. Bracelets chained to rings

Linked by a dainty chain, bracelet/ring combos have a modern twist with a hint of bohemia. 

5. Thumb rings

Though often ignored, your stumpiest digit gets a reboot this fall.

6. Double sided earrings

I love these! Earrings with flare on both sides of the lobe bring interest and edge to classic studs. 

Get the Look: The Great Gatsby

My book club is tonight and this month we read The Great Gatsby. Somehow this book slipped past me as mandatory reading in High School so I was thrilled that it was chosen as one of our books for the year. The book was fabulous and I couldn't help but imagine the fashion and jewelry that the ladies would have been wearing to Gatsby's parties. The previews for the movie definitely helped in my visualization and I cannot wait to see the story brought to life on the big screen.

I found this photo of Carey Mulligan dressed as Daisy Buchanan on the cover of Vogue and may have squealed at the all of the vintage, art deco jewelry she has piled on.

How to Get The Great Gatsby Look

Pearls

Nothings screams 'the roaring '20s' like layers of pearls. Look for stacked strands for both wrists and necks. If looking to invest in a pearl necklace, look for one with varying lengths or a long strand that you can knot in the middle.

Rhinestones and diamonds

Opulent and over the top rhinestone configurations and diamonds are synonymous with The Great Gatsby look. In the 1920s women were dressing up with oversized stud earrings, large cocktail rings, and intricate necklaces. To save a dime, go for rhinestone costume jewelry over the real diamond alternative.

Tassels

Swing into 1920s style with tassels! Long earrings with bejeweled tasseled endings and necklaces that flare at the end are the perfect Daisy Buchanan look.

Head Pieces

Daisy wears a pretty jeweled headband for part of The Great Gatsby movie. This is the quintessential piece will have you looking like one of the flappers at Gatsby's parties in no time.

1. Head piece, Tiffany & Co.

2. Art deco ring, Barney's 

3. Pearl bracelet, Accessorize

4. Art Deco silver bracelet, Amazon

5. Vendome Earrings, Lulu Frost 

6. Green Pendant necklace, Max & Chloe

7. Flapper Tassel necklace, Max & Chloe

8. Silver and Pearl bracelet, Ben-Amun 

9. Immortality Necklace, Lulu Frost

10. Muse Earrings, Lulu Frost 

Wedding Jewelry: Round-Up

If you have a wedding this spring or summer it's time to start honing in on the details...like your jewelry! Choosing your wedding jewelry is a very important decision as your special day (and your jewelry!) will be immortalized in photographs. Years down the road you'll likely still have a framed wedding photo hanging around and your kids will want to see the day you married their Daddy.

As you can see, choosing your bridal jewelry is a very serious decision. You'll want to look for something that can stand the test of time and fits your style. Are you normally outgoing and love show-stopping pieces? Then going bigger with a statement type piece is ok. If you're normally understated and classic, you'll want to look for daintier, classic wedding jewelry like rhinestones and pearls.

I for one love bejeweled hair pieces and clips for an unexpected sparkle and charm.  Swoop your hair back to one side with a vintage pin or have a clip poking out from underneath your up-do.

Here's a look at some of my favourite wedding appropriate jewelry pieces available today.

1. Ban.do, Odette Crystal Bobbi Pin

2. BHLDN, Midnight Bracelet

3. Samantha Wills, Velvet Champagne Earrings

4. Samantha Wills, Come Away with Me Earrings

5. Anthropologie, Tulle Tendril Bib

6. Lauren Elan, Elena Necklace

7. Anthropologie, Swifting Pendant Necklace

8. BHLDN, Polar Seas Necklace

9. J.Crew, Crystal Cupcake Necklace

10. J.Crew, Martha Bracelet

11. Lauren Elan, Abigail Necklace

12. Samantha Wills, Whisky and Lace Bangle

13. J.Crew, Crystal Circle Necklace

14. J.Crew, Martha Necklace

15. Samantha Wills, The Way I Love You Earrings

16. Anthropologie, Bloomshine Necklace

17. BHLDN, Ume Blossom Necklace

18. BHLDN, Garland of Light Bracelet

19. Ban.do, Crystal Swirl Brooch Bobbi

20. J.Crew, Crystal Crush Bracelet

Wardrobe Staple: Pearls

A pearl necklace really can be one of the most versatile accessories in your jewelry box. You can wear pearls to dress up a casual outfit - think jeans and a tee - or to spice up a fancier ensemble - trousers and a silk blouse or a flirty cocktail dress.

I've seen so many different takes on pearls lately, everything from the classic single strand to a wonderful mess of jumbled peals.

Here are a few fun options that are bound to suit any style.

Top Row:
J.Crew Lady four-strand pearl necklace / J.Crew Girls' apple pearl necklace / Stella & Dot Isadora Peal Bib / Lauren Elan Elena
Second Row:
Anthropologie Rubis Bib Pealr Necklace / Lauren Elan Abagail / Banana Republic Genuine freshwater pearl choker necklace / Stella & Dot Astor Five Strand Necklace 

Which one is your favorite?!