Flamingo Fever

Flamingos are everywhere this season,  I am sure you've noticed. What's not to love about their hot pink cuteness? 

One of my most complimented jewelry pieces is a sparkly flamingo ring I picked up at Charming Charlie two years ago. I've been on this flamingo bandwagon for awhile. 

Want to add some of this bright bird to your stash and  everyday style? Here's a few picks:

This small charm necklace from Charming Charlie adds a touch of gold and fun without being too bright or big. 8.00

Your makeup bag is ready for the tropics even if you are stuck at the office with this bag from lolo  at Neiman Marcus. 45.00

A flamingo lip balm? Yes , please.  It's beyond kitchsy but I freely admit I want one and it's shaped  like a pool float no less.   felecia the flamingo by taste beauty At Sephora for 10.00

Chamilia Paw Print Charm For Humane Society International

This new charm from Chamilia is not only perfect for animal lovers but also gives back.

"As part of its “Give With All Your Heart” program, Chamilia  (a Swarovski company) is partnering with  Humane Society International (HSI), one of the only international animal protection organizations in the world working to protect all animals—including animals in laboratories, farm animals, companion animals, and wildlife. "  $ 4 from the purchase of each charm will be donated to support the charity's mission.

The charm is sterling, the paw print enamel  and it comes with a  keepsake charm card.

 The dog lover in me loves anything with a paw print and I've long been a supporter of several Humane Societies including lead volunteer for my local one. Of course it also helps me to keep my beloved Shasta outwardly, visibly close to my heart since I lost her this Summer.


Retail is $ 40. Find this and all the brand's charms at www.chamilia.com/

mark Ready To Pounce Panther Ring

Jeweled Panthers are my fashion spirit animal. I love them . And while I haven't yet been able to afford a Cartier version, I have quite a few others of my own.

Added to them is this new ring from mark. As with most jewelry from the brand, this is well made and a fairly heavy piece. It doesn't weigh down your hand but isn't bendy light metal either.

The ring is large and goes across two fingers. It has a lot of presence and will up the ante  on your LBD this Christmas  , New Year's and any other celebrations.

Tail to nose it comes in about 1 3/4 inches. Bottom to top is about 1/4 inch.  The band at the bottom is wide to give it stabilization.

For $ 20 this is a lot of look .


mark Ready To Pounce Panther Ring is $ 20 at www.meetmark.com 

mark Closely Linked Bracelet

Let's kick off Monday with some jewelry , shall we?

This bracelet is the new Closely Linked style from mark. I've gotten some great accessories from them in the past and this is no exception. It's a lot of look in one with seven strands in multiple metals and stones all linked to a fold-over clasp.

The metals are heavy here , well made, but the weight of the bracelet overall is not too bad. Lighter than it looks.

This is a fun complement to chunky sweaters and flirty dresses all season long.

Including the clasp folded , this measures 8 inches .

mark Closely Linked Bracelet is $ 28 at www.meetmark.com

mark Three Of A Kind Bracelets

Looking for some new Summer jewelry to punch up those shorts and sundresses? This set of three bracelets from mark. has gotten a lot of wear over here.

I find them to be the perfect warm weather type of jewelry. Easy to wear , not tight and with a bit of color thrown in whether it's one or all three.  They go great with my watch or on the opp arm alone.

Each has a faceted colored stone of yellow, blue or pink. The wire has a hook where the stone end attaches  . The wire allows for some adjusting as well for wrist sizes.

$ 26 at www.meetmark.com

Vivi Golden Lobes Earrings

Wedding and graduation season is here . It's time to pull together some pretty outfits for all the occasions life brings you .

Elegant jewelry is a great complement to any look  and these earrings from Vivi will add  a luxe touch to whatever you wear.

They measure 3/4 inches in diameter. The center stone sparkles a smoky gold that can flash a little green and the goldtone beaded border looks has a bit of the  antique about it .

You can grab these over at Vivi Jewelry. I've talked about their pieces in the past (when the company was Cookie Lee) , and continue to be impressed with the quality and value. These cost $ 20.

Golden Lobes Earrings $ 20 at www.bevivi.com 

Cookie Lee Jewelry

** There has been a name change in 2015- it's now Vivi , at www.bevivi.com

Looking for some new arm candy ( and aren't we always? ) or something sparkly for a gift? Jewelry line Cookie Lee has you covered .

Cookie Lee is a home party line that has recently gone to online sales as well, so you can buy from your home, no party required.  And while the line is beautiful and I've come away really impressed, it's most likely a  brand your giftee may not have heard of .Time to change that.

All of the pieces  I have are well crafted and heavy while looking very rich and come in at $34 each.

The Pretty Tough Bracelet is a style I love, large oval links. Each link is  burnished metal with crystals and a toggle clasp .  It goes with tees and jeans to an LBD  and is 7 1/2 -8 " adjustable with the ovals 1".

High Style Pearl Cuff is the New Year's Eve party look.  It's a large piece with a hinge opening. The  pearl and crystal trim make this a showstopper  and I love that it has a bit of an '80s vibe. The width at the crystals is just under 3/4 " .

Luxurious Two Tone Toggle has a lot going on. Two metal colors, chains , a  crystal trimmed center piece and scroll detail on the sides. It's adjustable from 7 1/2 - 8 " and is 1" wide at center.

I'll be wearing my new jewelry all season long and then some, plus sharing with The Mom as she loves it too.


Cookie Lee has a huge line across many styles, hit www.cookielee.com to see more and shop.

Breil Watches

Giving the gift of time this year ?  A new watch makes a lovely gift and the right one is an everyday accessory that helps perfect your look.

Italian watchmaker Breil has several new styles that should please any giftee. Dressy or sporty , all have sparkle in the form of Swarovski crystals in the dial   and bezel along with metal or leather bands, and are water resistant.

Style 10020800 - ( black band) is $ 325
Style 10020709 ( pink band) is $ 295

Style 10020801 ( two tone band) is $ 375
Style 10020802 ( silver band)  is $ 355

Breil watches are available at Macys,  www.breilusa.com, Saks, and more.

mark. Twice As Nice Necklace

mark's Twice As Nice necklace  brings major sparkle with  it's 22 Swarovski Crystal accents.

This dual chain necklace  features two large Vs detailed with the crystals. It has a very '70's Halston vibe going on . It looks very pretty in the box but far better on, in person. Pictures do not really do it justice.The chains are subtle, the Vs are not.

This will brighten up any V Necks you wear especially, but will go with round necklines as well. The chains are adjustable and they can be separated.

The necklace lengths are shorter necklace: 17" L (plus 3" L extender) , and longer necklace: 19" L (plus 3" L extender)

mark. Sleekest Link Stretch Bracelet

Ready for some holiday looks from mark ?  Every year they put out some fab and fun accessories and this year is no different.

The Sleekest Link Stretch Bracelet is has the look of chain mail jazzed up with rhinestones. A  little edge, a little glitz. As with many of the mark. jewelry items I have, this one is heavy and large. No lightweight piece, this is a substantial bracelet.  It looks pretty great too.

The width measures just shy of and inch and a half   with nine rows of stones .

This has a lot of presence and will take you through holiday , New Year's and look good all through winter.

mark. Sleekest Link Stretch Bracelet is $ 24 and available now at www.meetmark.com 

Stila X Bauble Bar Holiday 2014 Gift Sets

You know how makeup or jewelry makes a great gift? Well with Stila Holiday this year you can give makeup and jewelry in one set.

They've  partnered with Bauble Bar on over 10 new gift sets. All include either a piece of jewelry or  hair accessory, makeup and a Bauble Bar gift card .

Bauble Bar if you're not familiar, sells fun stylish jewelry at good prices.   There are a lot of items for $ 20-25 , so that gift card will make a dent in your purchase and shipping is free.

Here's a look at two of the new sets:


Stila x Baublebar Sparkling Rose Gift Set ($50)

Stila’s Sparkling Rose Gift Set includes a bouquet of their most precious rose gold essentials – a Jewel Eye Shadow in Golden Topaz, deluxe Lip Glaze in Kaleidoscope and Convertible Color Dual Lip & Cheek Cream in Lillium. It is also paired with a Rose Gold Knot Bracelet by BaubleBar and $10 gift card to baublebar.com, encased in a Rose Gold Glitter Clutch.

Stila x Baublebar New Year’s Eve Glam Gift Set ($60)

This gift set features products from Stila’s most glamorous beauty essentials, including a Jewel Eye Shadow in Opal, Stay All Day® Liquid Lipstick in Fiery and Major Major Lash Mascara. It is paired with a Yellow Gold Pave Cone Bangle by BaubleBar and $10 gift card to baublebar.com, housed in a Navy Gusset Clutch.

Lulu Avenue Jewelry

 It's hard to not like beautiful jewelry and Lulu Avenue is no exception. The brand , new to me, is  a shop by consultant/home party line but is also available to shop online . (  I am not a consultant, btw, just a jewelry fan girl).

I've been wearing a few pieces all last weekend and into the week. Everything has  great quality as well as looking good. I love that there are nice touches like toggle clasps and stones on the underside of some pieces or at the clasp area.

Lulu Ave's logo is a love knot inspired by Chinese and Celtic symbols  and it  shows up on a lot of pieces as well like the Madrid Leather Cuff Bracelet ($49).  The Madrid piece also has quite a unique clasp. You have to squeeze the button on the side and slide in the pin . It isn't the easiest to use , but once on looks unique and is highly unlikely to ever come off on it's own.

The Sloane Bracelet ($79) and Nottingham Silver Cuff ($49) are  getting love from me as well. The cuff is part of the newest Fall collection . It's all  sleek cuff on top with a chain and toggle on the bottom for a little extra style. The Sloane mixes gold and hematite chains with a stone rimmed half orb at each end of the toggle.

The brand's selection is huge and necklace wise one is the Basel,  which has crystals all down the 18 inch  matte gold chain. It's something you could wear with everything as are most of the bracelets.

You can see more at www.luluavenue.com, shop online or find a consultant in your area.

mark Gleam Scene Ring

 There was a movie The Bling Ring. Well Gleam Scene from mark is A  Bling Ring.

This new ring, part of the fall collection online now,  is large at one inch and sparkly with baguette and round stones decorating all sides .

In addition to the stones on the top, there are more on the sides and across the bottom. Those  bottom ones are a nice touch. Whether waving to your subjects or hailing the bartender you're covered.

Gleam Scene is not heavy , fits comfortably on your fingers and comes in sizes 6.5, 7.5 and 8.5 . Retail is $22 at www.meetmark.com