Wednesday, December 28, 2011

Diamond Deb

"Diamond Deb"-that is what my grand nephew, Grayden calls me. Yes, I totally confess. I am an addict of all things pertaining to jewelry. Since I was a very little girl, I have collected pieces. To this day, I actually own every item ever given to me. I can't wait to pass these treasures onto my daughters and future grandchilden. With a size 3 finger, I will not have to wait very long until they can proudly wear these heirlooms and have them be a perfect fit!
 And actually, I have no preference for high end real, fashion real that is moderately priced, costume, or low end trinkets. If it sparkles, I am enticed.
    Never a major fan of  Van Cleef, Bulgari, Hermes,Tiffany, David Yurman or Judith Ripka; I seek out pieces the rest of the world isn't donning. Don't get me wrong-I would not pass up a gift from one of those establishments. However, if given a choice, I would request a gift from Fred Leighton, H.Stern or Bochic. Emeralds and diamonds work......
    Some other fun designers that aren't as pricey and definitely worth a nod are MCL, Stephen Webster, Marco Bicego, Dana Kellin, and Ippolita. I DO feel that Bicego and Ippolita are expensive, and not necessarily worth their price. It also doesn't help that every suburbanite is wearing 7 Ippolita bangles to Shop Rite. That being said, I wouldn't turn away a gift from this designer either!
   At the next level of jewelry, which is costume but sometimes designed with genuine stones, there are hundreds of recommendations. Check out Jennifer Miller(store on 3rd ave,nyc),Alexis Bittar (Broome St., Madison Ave, Bleeker St), and Kara Ross(in Bergdorf and Neiman's), and of course, J.Crew.
   Finally, if you just want to bling up your outfit and only have 5 or 10 bucks to spare, run(don't walk) to Forever 21. I am totally serious. Their jewelry is amazing and everyone can find a great accessory piece for any occasion.
  Remember-you don't need to spend alot on clothes, shoes, or purses. Just put on that one fabulous pair of jeans and a great white shirt. Let that be your blank canvas for a sensational pair of earrings or an eye-catching pendant. Trust me-you will feel like a million bucks.

 

  
 

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