jewelry

Feb 23, 2010

What Is Catching Your Eye?

Marc Jacobs paired with pink and green macaroons. Irresistible.Cosmetics with a cause. I’m gaga over this shade. M.A.C. Viva Glam VII benefits M.A.C. Aids Fund in Viva Glam Gaga. $14 Very Hollywood. Very Michael.Michael Kors for Estee Lauger in Bungalow Pink. $18 “Please officer, cuff me.”Michael Kors Rhodium Cuff $125 Everything looks better in rose colored glasses, if even just on the rims.Betsy Johnson Retro Leopard $65 Hope your outlook today is from rose colored glasses too! What is… [Read More]

Filed Under: Miscellany Tagged With: Cosmetics, jewelry, mac cosmetics, make-up, miscellany, retail therapy, shopping

Jan 6, 2010

Elsa Peretti Letter Pendants

Oh, how do I love thee? Tiffany silver. Lower case initials. $165 Start hinting now for … … and is it just me that has a problem with the Tiffany chain getting tangled in hair?The price of feeling fabulous. So worth it. “Moon River” ~ sung by, Audrey Hepburn

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Nov 30, 2009

Jackie’s Jewels

Every once in awhile I will be channel surfing and I’ll come across the Jacqueline Kennedy Collection show on QVC as I did last night. All the reproduction pieces are accompanied with fascinating stories of how she came to own the pieces. Many are from JFK who as it turns out designed many in her collection and would plan his gift giving months in advance. This ring’s story is especially poignant. It is Kunzite and JFK had 20 diamonds set… [Read More]

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Oct 6, 2009

The World Is My Oyster.

Pearls. I love ’em! Phlox Flats Escutcheon Bracelet Bubble Bath Bangle Kate Spade Bow & Faux Pearl Bracelet A coinkydink that they are my birthstone? I think not!

Filed Under: Miscellany Tagged With: jewelry, pearls, Things I Love

Jun 5, 2009

Pretty In Pink.

Or black, brown, red or white. New arrival. $165 And Monday will be time for thesecond out of 4 give-aways for Juneand the posting of the winner for this week’s philosophy gift.Check back bright and early!Have a great weekend. “Time Is On My Side” – The Rolling Stones

Filed Under: Miscellany Tagged With: jewelry, lacoste, retail therapy, watches

May 26, 2009

23 Days And Counting…

It’s time to think about what I’d like for my Birthday next month. Fantasizing that my budget is unlimited is the best part. Don’t we all love to do this? If Mr. Pink Martini ever read my blog he would find many ideas to surprise me with and since gift buying is not a particularly strong suit of his I have made it very easy for him. Key: * = Easily Obtainable. No brainer. ** = The ‘wow’ factor would… [Read More]

Filed Under: Musings Tagged With: birthday, bracelets, gifts, jewelry, just for fun, just for me, Mr. Martini, pearls, Tiffany, travel

May 1, 2009

The Kate Spade Cocktail

Start with…4 maraschino cherries, stems on4 green stuffed olives on picks2 lemon wedges2 lime slicesAdd a twist of 1 orange and a zest for life. Don’t forget the cocktail umbrellas!(must include at least 1 pink, naturally)…… and serve with a dash of Lilly, of your choice.It’s 151 proof that summer is just a shake away. ‘Blended, please’: “Lime In The Coconut” – Harry Nilsson

Filed Under: Miscellany Tagged With: bracelets, charms, Cocktails, jewelry, kate spade, retail therapy

Apr 14, 2009

Rolling Along Towards Summer.

“To pack or not to pack? That is the question.”For your mid-summer’s night get-away.$19.99Amazon-upon-Avon 🙂 A Little Black Dress of jewelry rolls.Classic and understated.$12.97 I want this…..Sequin Starfish Cuff $198 …to go in this…..…or this. Can either say “summer” more?Both Vera. $35 & $48, respectively. “I’ll be right there!” One last peek in the mirror. Gorgeous.$39 “Talk to me, Harry Winston, tell me all about it!”A fully loaded jewelry case given to you for your crossing on the QE2 for… [Read More]

Filed Under: Miscellany Tagged With: bracelets, desire, gifts, jewelry, retail therapy, summer, vera bradley

Apr 4, 2009

“If The World Is My Oyster,….

… I wish it included this.” “I’ll take two!”Tiffany Oyster Charm18K gold – $850 Oyster wishing music: “Sitting on the dock of the bay” – Otis Reading

Filed Under: Miscellany Tagged With: charms, desire, jewelry, pearls, retail therapy, Tiffany

Apr 3, 2009

“Charmed, I’m Shuwa.”

Kimmeron Designs Add a Charm – $45 Shoe Charm – $248 Sterling Palm – $65 New England Charm $265 Sterling Duckling – $85Little girl version – $45 Twilight Bracelet – $85 Pearls are a girl’s best friend….Pearls and white topaz – $85 Pearls and pink tourmaline $148 All photos link to the item’s webpage. Work that wrist, girlfriend!: “Semi-Charmed” – Third Eye Blind

Filed Under: Miscellany Tagged With: bracelets, charms, jewelry, kimmeron designs, pearls, retail therapy, sterling, whimsy