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A Worthy Investment: A Work-of-Art Necklace

I am a complete and total jewelry junkie. Accessories, for the most part, can not only make the outfit, they can alter it dramatically. Something subdued and minimal can become instantly avant-garde with the right jewelry piece and no piece has a greater impact than the work-of-art necklace.

A work-of-art necklace is like any other piece of art, only you get more mileage out of it because you wear it around your neck for all the world to see. It is the kind of piece that can radically transform an outfit- you can use it to complete a relatively subdued ensemble like Jessica Alba, or to add more wow to an already standout-look like Olivia Palermo. It is also highly versatile and can be worn with your fancy cocktail frocks, funky party dresses, or $5 tee-shirts.

Read on for my work-of-art finds! [Click to continue reading…]

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ANM Event Calendar: Brooklyn Indie Market

Who: Emerging designers such as Kimmchi (silk screened women’s clothing and lingerie); Rebecca Shepherd (romantic adornments and floral design); Elements For Inspired Living (handcrafted decorative items for the home); Off The Matt (sensual yoga inspired bath and beauty products), and more.

What: The grand reopening of the Brooklyn Indie Market (BIM), a weekly weekend market showcasing some of the freshest names in jewelry, clothing, handbags, kidswear, bath, silk screened men’s t-shirts and product design.

When: April 3rd and 4th, Saturday 11-7 and Sunday 11-6

Where: Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn (under the red and white striped tent on Smith and Union Street)

For more info on the market, directions, and offerings visit brooklynindiemarket.com or call 718-753-2180

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ANM Giveaway: Win Gorgeous Jewelry from Robyn Rhodes

Get excited jewelry-lovers (aka every girl on the planet) because we have an amazing giveaway contest lined up this week! Jewelry designer Robyn Rhodes has graciously offered up three stunning pieces from her line for one very lucky winner.

Robyn’s gorgeous pieces have been featured in countless magazines and have attracted a slew of celebrity fans including Scarlett Johansson, Jessica Alba, Eva Longoria, Penelope Cruz, and Sophia Bush. to name a few. And just looking at her collection makes it easy to understand why. I don’t think I found a single piece that I didn’t absolutely love!

Read on for more on the prizes and how you can enter to win!

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A Worthy Investment: Mixed Chain Necklaces

As I’m sure you know by know, statement accessories are all the rage right now. When it comes to necklaces, I am currently loving all things multi-chained. This standout piece is a can’t-miss when it comes to injecting a bit of an edge into your look and can toughen up even the sweetest, most subdued styles. Just look at Jessica Alba, who updated a simple white-tee and black blazer combo with a stunning Gemma Redux mixed-chain necklace.

In order for something to be deemed a worthy investment in my book, it must have unlimited potential. Something that can be worn anywhere, with anything. The type of piece that can transform even the simplest of outfits. An amazing item with the inherent fabulous-ness capable of transcending the confines of a ‘trend’ or ‘fad.’

Multi-chain necklaces are definitely on par with my high standards and fortunately, there are tons of options to choose from to fit your personal style.

Read on to see the multi-chain styles that I’m currently coveting! [Click to continue reading…]

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A Worthy Investment: Statement Rings

I absolutely adore jewelry in all forms- necklaces, bracelets, earrings- my collections of all of the following are quite extensive. However, the one accessory I very rarely leave home without is a stand-out statement ring.

From beautiful stones, pretty pearls, diamonds, mixed metals, there are so many incredible styles that, while small in size, can have a big impact on your overall style by injecting a fantastic fashion-forward edge in one fell swoop.

Shop the styles pictured above after the jump! [Click to continue reading…]

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A Worthy Investment: Statement Earrings

I finally got around to seeing the Edie Sedgwick biopic Factory Girl this past weekend and as expected, I was totally inspired by the amazing fashion (in the midst of being really saddened by her doomed life, of course). The film totally re-acquainted with the utter fabulousness of statement earrings- one of Edie’s signature style staples- an accessory I had shelved for quite some time in favor of statement necklaces and bracelets.

Oversized earrings are such an easy way to glam up your look, not to mention, enhance your natural beauty. Statement earrings also bring the focus to the face and are perfect for days when you’re feeling a bit insecure about your bod.

Oversized earrings were also major players on the Spring runways, from old Hollywood glamour styles at Tracy Reese, to artsy styles at Marni, to tribal inspired at Louis Vuitton, to the show-stopping chunky coin styles at Zac Posen (designed by Erickson Beamon).

After watching the movie, I decided to whip out my earring collection and am now all about the statement earrings, they honestly elevate any look to new heights! With this season’s heavy emphasis on accessories, feel free to wear them with some of your other favorite pieces, just make sure you maintain some sort of a balance and always stay true to your personal style. You can use your earrings t complement a look or create one, like Edie who used massive-sized earrings to glam up even the most basic ensembles, like her signature leotard, tights, and sweater combos. There really is no way to get it wrong.

Check out some of my favorite statement making earrings after the jump! [Click to continue reading…]

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