Lee Won-Jun has created a refreshingly chic solution; MP3 jewelry.  The latest fashion/ music collaboration is an Mp3 player disguised as a bracelet, and earphones that are disguised as gold hoop earrings.  This blinged out solution is much more discreet than anything created in the past, so no one will even know you’re listening to music!

This Boutique Critique is about the amazing designer vintage store, 1 Of A Find.  Curator and self-professed shopaholic Honey Moon goes on buying trips all over the world seeking out beautiful, unique, impossible-to-get-your-hands-on Hermes, Chanel, Gucci, Lacroix, and Lanvin to satisfy her international clientele.  She used me as a Barbie doll and transported me into worlds I only dream of.  Best part? Her prices are as unique as her collection, so we definitely recommend scooting over to her Brooklyn location asap.  Check out all our amazing finds after the jump.

This gown was to DIE for.  It caught my eye immediately as a dress made for the 1950′s movies I play out in my head. When Anna Wintour extends me a VIP invitation to the Met Gala, I will surely be sporting something like this on the red carpet.

Vintage red bow evening dress- $250
Neiman Marcus rhinestone snake shoes- $135
Gold Heart Christian LaCroix earrings- $125
Little Black velvet purse with rhinestone clasp- $65

Oh-la-Lanvin!  This split front evening skirt with matching metallic sandals took my breath away.  I channeled Carrie Bradshaw and paired it with a Levi’s jean jacket and a fun net hat (something so Kate Middleton right now) to mix it up.

Lanvin gold brocade skirt- $850
Black velvet and net hat- $55
1950′s pink silk slip- $65
1960′s gold platform sandals- $68

The perfect summer maxi — the sheer chiffon made it cool in the heat while making a major fashion statement with its bold prints.  Paired with Dior booties, a Gucci bag, and a summer straw hat, I was loving this luxe warm weather look.

Sheer floral chiffon dress- $138
1950′s pink silk slip- $65
vintage coral necklace- $48
wooden beaded necklace- $25
1970s Pottery leaf & corded necklace $55
1970s Gucci “hobo” bag- $345
Chunky Amber Bracelet- $75
Wide brimmed straw hat- $55

You can’t do Brooklyn vintage without channeling a little inner hipster.  These Dior shoes (with the angelic sweet bows), vintage Levi’s and amazing seuqin blouse kept the look casual but party ready.  A python bag and flat brimmed hat made me look MUCH cooler than I am.

Silk and Sequin blouse- $85
Stetson hat fedora- $125
Vintage Levi’s 501s- $85
Dior Python and leather shoes- $65
Beige python and leather bag- $135

What screams glamour like a metallic jumpsuit?  Nothing.  What screams glamour-queen? Pairing it with these futuristic shades, a geometric statement necklace, and lace up leather booties. Retro chic and ultra fierce.

1980′s silver colored jumpsuit- $115
Etienne black and gold belt- $35
Maud Frizon brown leather booties- $138
Liz Claiborne 2 tone glasses- $45
Monet black and gold necklace- $65

The Mod Squad would have adopted me in a heartbeat in this Montaldo Op Art dress.  I fell in love with the digital print, it was so eye catching and well, trippy.  Bubbled sleeves and a high neck are hard to pull off without looking like Julie Andrews, but this psychedelic wonderland of a dress with slim cuts made it utterly chic.  I fell in love with the leather wedges and actually scooped them up for myself (sorry shoppers!).

Montaldo’s Op Art Dress- $115
Andrew Gellar white leather clutch with gold trim- $85
Chunky multi-colored beaded necklace- $65
Clegerie leather platform sandals- $88

I never thought I could pull off a Blair Waldorf headband until I found this gem of a velvet headband.  So sweet and a little schoolgirl, it matched perfectly with this lace dress from the 60′s. The chunky heeled shoes kept the look 100% vintage, and the hand painted wooden purse kept a touch of fantasy in the mix.

1960′s burgundy lace dress- $98
burgundy satin headband- $35
1960s hand painted wooden lock purse- $135
Chaos of London stacked black velvet shoes- $85

If you have any questions about the store and more vintage finds, tweet me @iamsamlim

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Chico’s Valetta Earring $24, chicos.com – The glass teardrops on these warm and bold earrings catch the sunlight perfectly for the right amount of spring sparkle.

ZIA Couture Jewelry Coral Multi-Strand Stone Bracelet $189, ziaboutique.com – Inspired by world travels and exotic cultural experiences, this gorgeous bracelet features row of natural stone beads and a Turkish Pewter clasp.

LOFT Looped Seed Bead Necklace $39.50, LOFT.com – This eye-catching metallic necklace is both funky and glamorous, a perfect choice for making a statement at the office.

Lucky Brand Silver Eagle Cuff $79, luckybrand.com – Antiqued silver is etched and molded into this rugged, classic American design to be worn high or low on the arm.

Corvus Noir Reworked 1980s Vintage Beaded Parrot Necklace $234, corvusnoir.com – Opulent, bright and one of a kind, this rainbow enamel parrot hangs from two different gold-tone chains reworked with Venetian style glass beads.

Chrissy L Lust Ring $89, chrissyl.com.au – This blue resin and rhinestone ring is the only accessory you will need, adding flair to even your simplest tank.

House of Harlow 1960 Double Diamond Hand Bracelet $125, shopbop.com – Polished with that bohemian edge, this gold-plated hand chain ring and bracelet features enough geometric patterns to keep people staring for hours.

Kenneth Jay Lane Brooch $240, yoox.com – Do as the late, great Liz Taylor did by adding some sparkle and elegance to light summer jackets with a piece from America’s most iconic costume jewelry designer.

Robindira Unsworth Mosaic Earrings $288, robindira.com – Perfect for making a statement every day, stunning blue quartz cabochons and shimmering faceted blue quartz are complemented by 22k gold vermeil.

You started out making bracelets for your family as a child and decided to design when you found a bag of your great grandmother’s vintage buttons. Before that discovery, did you always want to design jewelry or did you have something else in mind?
I always made string and friendship bracelets, and I would go to flea markets and find old vintage pieces and recreate them. After my mom found the bags of buttons and gave them to me, I started making the bracelets. People were literally buying them off my wrists. That’s what started everything. I said ‘I need to be doing something that makes me happy, something I enjoy,’ and this was it.

You work with gorgeous vintage buttons. Do you take inspiration from other vintage pieces such as clothing or furniture? What makes the buttons so enjoyable to work with?
Yes, antique furniture and vintage clothing are definitely of interest. Button designs are endless, and that makes them exciting to work with. I always find buttons I’ve never seen before, and it really allows me to be creative. That is what makes each piece unique. I don’t recreate a bracelet twice, and I think that’s why they’ve been so well received – no one is going to have the same design.

Do you only use vintage buttons or do you shop for new ones as well? Where do you find them?
I started with vintage and then began going to the fashion district and buying new ones. But I realized pretty immediately the new buttons were taking away from the product appeal, so I stopped buying new and am focusing on vintage again. I find the buttons I design with on clothing, from antique stores and flea markets, Etsy and people I know who give or sell them to me.

Old jewelry manufacturers and factories that have shut down are great places to find them too. They have old vintage jewelry, everything from beads and buttons to chains. You can find some cool pieces, but you must commit to digging because it’s the most unorganized thing in the world. There are pieces that have been sitting on the shelf since the 50s.

Also, if someone has special buttons they want me to use, I will design a piece for her or him out of them and incorporate some of my own. There is a story behind every item because the buttons could mean something special to the person.

What aides in your design process? Do you draw your intricate bracelets out first or lay out all of the buttons before assembling? What time of the day are you most inspired to design?
I have a huge coffee table on which I lay out thousands of buttons. I arrange them on a board and create from there. I do have some secrets on how I string them so they lay correctly on each other. If you put all the same type and shape of button together, they’re just going to lay flat and you wont be able to see the entire piece. But I end up having to re-string most bracelets about three times, either because I calculated the size wrong or they aren’t sitting correctly on each other. I start designing around 10:30 am and work all day. I don’t watch TV, but I do listen to music while I’m creating.

Do you have certain days you go on shopping trips and other days you reserve for designing? Or do you just go as the wind takes you?
I’m not really structured on when I do what because I work around the clock. Even when I get home from my regular job, I will work. My days are split between designing, making the pieces, shopping for the buttons, photographing the merchandise and maintaining the website. I’m really doing everything.

The E-commerce site launched in November, right in time for Christmas, and that has been so helpful. The site automatically updates when someone makes a purchase, so it saves me time.

It’s so amazing you taught in Africa and a portion of your proceeds is donated to “Make a Difference NOW.” How has your experience working and living in a different culture influenced your designs? Has it changed who you are as an American consumer?
Whatever I’m doing has to be beneficial to someone else other than me. When I got out of school, I had an itch to go abroad because your chances grow fewer as you get older. Africa really changed me, so I realized I needed to work it into my life back here. I figuring making a donation from the business would be the best way, and they have been very supportive. Make a Difference NOW is so close to my heart. No matter how big the check I am writing each quarter, it doesn’t pain me because it’s the best feeling in the world. Hopefully some of the packaging for Kates Design will eventually come from there.

I am more conscious of the things I purchase now; I’m always aware if the company I’m buying from gives back in any way.

Right now you are selling Kates Design merchandise in New Jersey. What is the next state(s) you would like to conquer? Any New York prospects we can look forward to?
The New Jersey store has been very profitable for me. It’s actually a really high-end jewelry store, and my stuff is more moderately priced. It’s different from everything else in the store, so it’s been doing really well. At first I was hesitant to even be in stores because all of my pieces are one of a kind, and the business must be willing to carry something that isn’t reorder-able. I have a handful of places that are in the works. My goal for the year is to work on getting in more boutiques. I have been eyeing some stores on the Lower East Side.

What is in the future for your designs? Do you think you’ll ever go beyond designing bracelets and earrings? How about other types of jewelry?
The earrings category is the newest edition and has been doing really well. I am still trying to perfect the button necklace, but I haven’t figured out how to make a longer design look nice. I always have people requesting cuff links, so those will probably be next. And you never know, I could always start something else. Right now I want to grow the business, get more press and get into more stores. Those are my goals for the year and then we’ll see.

You can learn more about Kates Design and shop for her jewelry on her website.

The little concrete balls are cast by hand and set onto a silver post. And look how cute the packaging is:

They can be yours for a mere $35 at Metsa.

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My criteria? First I had to love their products, secondly they had to have
more going on than champagne cocktails…and if they were a part of a larger group –like a block party– so much the better! This is a subjective sampling, if you think I’m missing something let me know!

	EVA NY 355a Bowery NY, NY 10003 http://www.evanewyork.net 2129253890 http://www.facebook.com/evastore http://www.twitter.com/evanewyork EVA NY Presents Stefania Pia jewelry and installation LOVE ME Sound Installation by TV Baby and cocktails
	Ferality 62 Clinton Street New York, NY 10002 http://www.feralityshow.com 212.387.8540 http://twitter.com/FeralityShow FASHION’S GUIDE TO THE LOWER EAST SIDE: From new shops on the block to tried and true LES veterans, a collection of the neighborhood’s most exciting boutiques play host to residents and visitors alike. Stop at Ferality, 62 Clinton St, to pick up your neighborhood ‘map’ complete with detailed ‘scavenger hunt’ instructions … and a list of prizes!! We’re all winners this far downtown with drinks and designer appearances to encourage you along your way. Stops include Peacocks, Szeki, Ferality, Alife and Live Fast – just to name a few.
	Helmut Lang 819 Washington Street New York, NY 10014 www.helmutlang.com 212.242.3240 http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/HELMUT-LANG/86794406197?ref=ts TWITTER.COM/HELMUTLANG Helmut Lang will create a festive block party atmosphere inside and outside their Washington Street store along with blogger Cobrasnake. Expect a host of cool games, prizes and other special surprises. DJ’s Harley Viera Newton and Cassie Coane will provide the music for the evening and East Village’s Death & Company will bring their signature cocktails to the celebration.
	IF SOHO NEWYORK 94 Grand Street N.Y. N.Y. , NY 10013 http://IFSOHONEWYORK.com 212-334-4964 Designers appearing: Eddie Borgo and Ohne Titel, plus there will be a live music performance. Name will be announced later.
	International Playground 13 Stanton Street New York, NY 10002 http://www.internationalplayground.com 2122292700 http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/New-York-NY/International-Playground/123458531024460?ref=ts&ajaxpip http://intlplayground Special LIVE performance by Afrobeta at 9pm. Meet designers Ernest Alexander, Mary Meyer, Tara St. James (Study), Helena Fredrikkson, complimentary cocktails and DJ 6pm-11. Outdoor courtyard open. Customs giveaways and special FNO shopping incentives.
	INVEN.TORY 237 Lafayette Street New York, NY 10012 inventorynyc.com 212.226.5292 http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/pages/INVENTORY/65965777153?ref=ts twitter.com/inventorynyc.com INVEN.TORY is a fashion boutique of more than 40 curated brands that include both men and women’s clothing, footwear and accessories. The brand mix changes constantly as brands and styles are sold out and replaced by newer arrivals. Our product includes on trend and fashion forward merchandise at opening pricepoints, as well as special collaborative cuts and vintage pieces that are sold only by INVEN.TORY. All our products are carefully selected or designed based on emerging and contemporary trend setting styles.
	Jeffrey New York 449 W.14th Street New York, NY 10014 jeffreynewyork.com 212-220-8630 Personal appearances by designers L’Wren Scott, Jason Wu, Nicholas Kirkwood, and Monique Pean. There will also be a personal appearance by celebrity Christina Ricci. Denim event hosted by the designers of Current Elliott. A menswear trunk show hosted by designer Devon Scott. Exclusive limited edition black leather messenger bags by Proenza Schouler available for $250.
	Kirna Zabete 96 Greene Street 10012, NY NY http://www.kirnazabete.com +1 212 941 9656 http://www.facebook.com/pages/New-York-NY/Kirna-Zabete/53465834388?ref=ts http://twitter.com/KirnaZabete Alexander Wang, Proenza Schouler, Thakoon, Peter Som, Jason Wu, Aurelie Biderman, Chrissie Morris, Elise Overland and more will be at KZ to meet clients and launch exclusive products. Proenza Schouler made mini PS1 wallets, Thakoon: wave print top and tap pants, Jason Wu: owl scarf, Aurelie Biderman: swan feather earrings, Peter Som: fashion-y cocktail napkins, Elise Overland: sleek jersey tunic, Chrissie Morris: leather belts. Kirna Zabete designed a limited edition leather IPAD case. All launching in store and on-line exclusively at Kirna Zabete.com. Still having fun after 11 years!
	OAK 28 Bond st. New York, NY 10002 http://oaknyc.com 212-677-1293 http://twitter.com/oakbond Join us for OAK’s interpretation of a mall. Make your own charm necklaces at the Surface 2 Air kiosk, shred t-shirts with the ladies of LNA , and then stop over at OAK’s stand for a special surprise. Come play dress up with us in our fashion photo booth. 7-10pm. Drinks and D.J’s of course. Welcome to the OAK Mall, now get ready to shop.
	Opening Ceremony at Ace Hotel - Show quoted text - 1190-1192 Broadway New York, NY 10001 http://www.openingceremony.us 646-695-5680 http://www.facebook.com/pages/Opening-Ceremony/69725163490 http://twitter.com/openingceremony Opening Ceremony will ring in Fashion’s Night Out with a French flea market staged in the lobby of the Ace Hotel. Inspired by the famous Les Puces de Saint-Ouen market in Paris, the French flea market concept coincides with the launch of France as O.C.’s country of focus for 2010-2011. Brands will have their own flea market booths with exclusive items and designers will be present to meet with fans and enjoy the festivities. Participating brands include agnès b., Alexander Wang, Band of Outsiders, Deyrolle, Joseph Altuzarra, Keds, Ladurée, Patrik Ervell, Proenza Schouler, Rodarte, and more.
	Partners & Spade 40 Great Jones St New York, NY 10012 http://www.partnersandspade.com 6468612827 Partners and Spade, Vena Cava and Subports are teaming up for Fashion’s Night Out to present a Fashion Outsider’s Fashion’s Night Out. We will be hosting one of a kind wearable items, hand made by people not in the fashion industry. The items for sale will be on display and for sale at Partners and Spade On September 10th, 11th and 12th and sold online via subports. Opening celebration 6-8:30pm
	Patricia Field Boutique 302 BOWERY NEW YORK, NY 10012 http://www.PATRICIAFIELD.com 212-966-4066 http://www.facebook.com/pages/Patricia-Field/75822181733 http://www.twitter.com/HouseofField Patricia Field is hosting the second annual Vogue’s Fashion Night Out event. This time bigger and better. The legendary downtown boutique will stay open from 11 am until 1 am !! Fabulous gifts, gorgeous people, beauty makeovers for everyone at our special eyelash bar, cocktails, refreshments by Cafe Bustelo and more. Stay tuned for updates on this event . Cocktails to be enjoyed by guests 21+
	rag & bone 119 Mercer Street New York, NY 10012 www.rag-bone.com 212.219.2204 http://www.facebook.com/pages/rag-bone/93647368759 www.twitter.com/rag_bone rag & bone is teaming up with fellow Mercer Street retailer 3.1 Phillip Lim to co-host a street party featuring food, drinks and a live DJ. Designers Marcus Wainwright and David Neville will be on hand to help SoHo shoppers style their Fall looks. Special guests include Revlon’s Global Artistic Director Gucci Westman who will perform mini-makeovers, and one of Revlon’s Global Brand Ambassadors (who will it be??). Look forward to seeing you there! peace and love, rag & bone
	Scoop NYC 875 Washington Street New York, NY 10014 www.scoopnyc.com 2126911905 facebook.com/scoopnyc twitter.com/scoopnyc Scoop NYC and EDUN have partnered up to treat you to an evening in honor of Africa. Meet Ali Hewson at the EDUN pop up shop while sipping Tusker Premium Lager. Jaleel Bunton from TV on the Radio will be spinning and we’ll also have a special performance by South Africa’s BLK JKS. EDUN/Scoop NYC encourage you to join Ali and bike it for the night! Ride a bike to the event and EDUN will feature those with the best bike style on their blog! The first 100 EDUN shoppers receive a free gift and the Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Truck will be giving out free scoops to the first 200 Scoop shoppers!
	Vena Cava Partners and Spade NY, NY 10012 http://partnersandspade.com 646-861-2827 Vena Cava, with Subports, will be hosting a Fashion Outsiders Fashions Night Out Party at Partners and Spade from 6-9. We will display one-of-a-kind, handmade items, created especially for the event by people who have no connection to the fashion industry whatsoever. Curated artisans include: a scientist, an Oklahoma farmer, Grandma Sherry, An MTA worker, Lisa’s Dad, a policeman, a tree, people in prison, toddlers, and many more. All items will be for sale exclusively at Partners and Spade during FNO, and for one month afterward on a website created by Subports. Proceeds will benefit charity.

LINK LOVE:My top 15 for Fashion’s Night Out

Check out the latest accessories to hit stores this Holiday.

Clockwise from top: JOOMI NYC’s pearl and spike bracelet ($60); MAWI’s gold “Costume Luxe” double-claw set-crystal and spike bracelet ($243); ROCK & REPUBLIC’s tumbled nappa-leather “Saffon” peep-toe studded bootie ($180); LUCKY STAR JEWELRY’s “Calypso” silver ring ($24); CONTEMPO’s teardrop chain earring in gunmetal ($5); LEATHEROCK’s black “lamber” leather purse with silver stud hardware ($120)

CONTEMPO’s gold double-stretch ring ($3)

CONTEMPO’s four-row box chain silver necklace ($9.50) and gold double-row chain necklace ($4.50)

LIQUID METAL’s nickel-plated mesh purse ($130)

ZIRCONMANIA’s antique brass and square crystal stretch cuff ($25)

JOOMI NYC’s pearl and spike necklace ($98)

REPORT SIGNATURE’s rhinestone “Clarkson2” bootie ($170)

CHAN LUU’s gold vermeil ring with faceted onyx stone ($82)

LULA by ANGELICA COTA’s black leather “Spike” belt ($65)

A.Z. by AZATURE’s gunmetal “Clasp Earrings” ($45)

NOIR’s gold and silver pavé scale earrings ($45)

MAWI’s “Costume Luxe” tube bar and spike necklace ($225)

RODRIGO OTAZU’s silver-plated Swarovski-crystal pendant ($120)

MAWI’s gold “Costume Luxe” spiked hooped earrings ($144)

CONTEMPO’s gold cuff with chains and rhinestones ($5)

LEATHEROCK’s “lamber” leather clutch in metallic gunmetal ($115)

TWISTED SILVER’s “Funky Bracelet” in silver ($20)

ROCK & REPUBLIC’s tumbled nappa-leather “Jasmine” peep-toe studded pump ($148)

High glamour meets tough chic as heavy metals and spikes merge with precious jewels and refined silhouettes to create the most arresting accessories of the season.

Fashion Editor: N. Jayne Seward; Photographer: Ben Cope/www.BenCope.net; Stylist Assistants: Rhea Cortado and Cecily Haubner

DIRECTORY (All prices are wholesale): A.Z. by AZATURE Los Angeles (888) 494-6116; CHAN LUU The New Mart, Suite 1107 (213) 624-0856; CONTEMPO California Market Center, B1069 (213) 623-4124; JOOMI NYC Cooper Design Space, Suite 640 (213) 683-8086; LEATHEROCK

CMC B1069 (213) 623-4124; LIQUID METAL The New Mart, Suite 807 (213) 553-9290; LUCKY STAR JEWELRY Cooper Design Space, Suite 301 (213) 785-2201; LULA by ANGELICA COTA The New Mart, Suite 509 (213) 623-4481; MAWI Lady Liberty Building, Suite 201 (213) 955-6116; NOIR Cooper Design Space, Suite 640 (213) 683-8086; REPORT SIGNATURE Cooper Design Space, Suite 513 (425) 586-4940; ROCK & REPUBLIC The New Mart, Suite 1111 (310) 218-3432; RODRIGO OTAZU Cooper Design Space, Suite 219 (213) 627-9740; TWISTED SILVER The New Mart, Suite 807 (213) 553-9290; ZIRCONMANIA The New Mart, Suite 509 (213) 623-4481

(apparelnews.net)

I’ll have one of each please…starting with the shoes!

LINK LOVE:TREND: Holiday Accessories Merge Rock & Glam

SALES
STARTING TOMORROW
• Spring merchandise is more than 50 percent off at the Tracy Reese and Frock! sample sale. The black embroidered cami jumpsuit is $140 (originally $310), the Plenty by Tracy Reese Daisy Sequin T is $75 (originally $198), and the Frock! Louise strapless dress is $99 (originally $200). Through 6/9. 260 W. 39th St., nr. Seventh Ave. (646-438-6928); T–W (9–7).

• Summer 2010 merchandise is up to 75 percent off at the DVF sample sale. Wrap dresses are $150 (originally $325) and beach cover-ups are $100 (originally $250). Through 6/11. 260 Fifth Ave., nr. 28th St.; T (9–6:30), W (10–8), Th (10–7), F (9–3).

• Leather bags, fabric totes, clutches, and more are all $150 or less during the Tucker Paisley two-day blowout sale. Through 6/9. Online only.

• Earrings, necklaces, and bracelets are up to 75 percent off at the Lee Angel sample sale. The multicolor bangle set is $38 (originally $95), the gold leaf drop earrings are $18 (originally $45), and the stone drop earrings are $84 (originally $210). Through 6/10. Prices start at $5. 524 Broadway, at Spring St., sixth fl. (212-334-6573); T–Th (11–7), F (10–5).

• L.A.M.B. and Harajuku Lovers handbags are up to 70 percent off at the Savvy & Co. sample sale. Through 6/11. 307 W. 38th St., nr. Eighth Ave.; T (8–8), W–Th (10–8), F (10–6).

• Dresses are $120, tops and skirts are $90, and shorts are $70 at the Lauren Moffatt sample sale. Through 6/9. 214 W. 29th St., nr. Seventh Ave., Ste. 1503; T–W (9–7).

• Napkins are $12 to $20 (originally $20 to $48), beaded place mats are $24 to $45 (originally $60 to $122), and beaded table runners are $150 to $225 (originally $410 to $525) at the Kim Seybert sample sale. Through 6/10. 37 W. 37th St., nr. Fifth Ave., eighth fl.; T–Th (9–7).

ENDING TOMORROW
• All new and regular-priced apparel is 30 percent off during Charlotte Russe's 48-Hour Sale. Online only.

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LINK LOVE:Tomorrow’s Events and Sales: 50 Percent Off Tracy Reese; 75 Percent Off DVF

Traditional diamond studs are constructed with perfectly pierced ears in mind.  Some women have piercings set closer to their face, which means traditional diamond earrings will never be able to capture enough light and therefor appear smaller than they actually are.  After spending thousands on these beautiful studs, the last thing you want.

Diamond Heiress’s patent-pending setting is a unique platform setting that optimizes the brilliance of the diamond, even if your ear piercings are off center.  This miracle setting essentially perches the diamonds further out and higher up than traditional settings, achieving maximum light performance.

This proprietary architecture results in fabulous earrings that appear larger than ordinary earrings… anytime, anwhere!!

Just think of them as the “push-up-bra” of diamonds!

You can find the earrings exclusively at Diamond Heiress

I have three pairs of Yassai 7 earrings, one of each of the above, to give away to a lucky ENVY member. These earrings are great for everyday wear and ad a ton of spunk to your ears. Designed by brother and sister Amir and Arezo Yassai, all jewelry is designed and manufactured in LA with all materials locally sourced. The ‘7’ stands for the 7 causes the brand backs, for each cause, a different collection. Check out their site here.

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Seriously my new obsession! These earrings are great for everyday wear and ad a ton of spunk to your ears. Designed by brother and sister Amir and Arezo Yassai, all jewelry is designed and manufactured in LA with all materials locally sourced. The ‘7’ stands for the 7 causes the brand backs, for each cause, a different collection. Check out their site here.

You really have to love crackheads. They’re so much fun. Case in point, this woman who thought it would be a smart idea to jump into Kate Moss car the other night. Bad idea. You can see the security detail ready to knock some sense into the woman. Don’t you know silly rabbit, coke is for Kate, and only Kate so get the fuck out!!!

P.S. Kate, that whole ten earrings thing is way too 90′s and not appropriate for any reason. Don’t attempt to bring that shit back hun, your age is showing. 

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Industrial inspired accessories are all the rage, here are some accessories that are perfect for goth girls or for those who just want to indulge in the trend.

Marc by Marc Jacobs Totally Turnlock Zip Clutch FREE SHIPPING at shopbop.com. Buttery-soft leather in a brilliant Marc style. Pebbled-leather wallet with 2 turn-lock pockets at front. 8″ zipper closure. Print-lined, divided interior features zipper pocket, 6 card slots, and bill slot. 4″H x 7″L x 1″D. Imported. – Nero

Lena Wald White Gold Spike Earrings FREE SHIPPING at shopbop.com. Just the dainty-yet-sophisticated earring we’ve been searching for. Tiny pyramid stud post earrings. 14k white gold. 3/16″ long. Made in the U.S.A. – White Gold

Cynthia Dugan Jewelry Open Hand Fairy Braided Leather Necklace FREE SHIPPING at shopbop.com. A brilliant marriage of sweetness and attitude. Braided leather necklace with gold-plated fairy and bead detail at tassel. 32″ long. Made in the U.S.A. – Black/Grey