Running and Skipping

Chandelier Earrings * Jessalynne * Print Dress * ModCloth *

Blue is probably the only bright color I ever wear. Somehow in my head I decided that blue is a neutral and can be worn with anything and everything.  Today I paired these brilliant blue chandelier earrings with a navy and white dress, but these can really dress up any outfit. A white Tshirt and jeans, a brown and grey print dress, a hunter green maxi dress with a black blazer. See, I told you I'm crazy about blue accessories. The way these earrings dance as you move is really so beautiful that you'll want to wear them with everything in your closet any way. Don't they look like they are skipping together in the bottom photo? I love that they are in constant movement.

Do you have a go-to color and you accessorize with?

Fall in Love - Ultramarine Green

 Crystal Earrings * Jessalynne * Teal Sweater * Trouve * Grey Skinny Pants * MOTO * Grey Handbag * Hashibags * Black Ankle Boots * Anthropologie *

Tomorrow is the first day of Fall and it couldn't have come any sooner. It's been hotter than, well, hotter than it should be and it's lasted way too long in Tampa.  I'm so ready to wear giant, soft sweaters and tight pants tucked into boots! I know it will only get down to 65 here but I can pretend I'm in a beautiful countryside strolling to the morning market as leaves blow apart the sidewalks.  It might be too warm for me to wear all the comfy clothes of Fall but I can still dress in all the lovely colors from Pantone's Color Report and I can still fill up my Pinterest wardrobe with pretend awesomeness.

This look is one of my favorites for cool weather. Anytime I get to wear over sized sweaters and skinny pants is the best time!  I tend to accent bright colors like teal with grey. that way the look appears chic and subdued, not over designed and way too chipper.  The Stately Stacked crystal earrings in blue and grey really influenced the color palette for this outfit and I love the little bit of sparkly they bring to it.

 

Check back for more fantastically fall themed outfits!

Stonewall Earrings

 

Stone Earrings * Jessalynne * Chiffon Blouse * SheInside *

 

 

Natural stones turned beads are a new obssession of mine. These were repurposed from a bracelet that needed new life. The ear hooks have the most amazing shape and create a little elegance to balance the raw looking stone.  I always pair these with colors I associate with nature - green, brown, blue and white. In this case I went with a green blouse that brings to mind the word "feathery." Is that a word? The large pockets make it look like you'd be going on a safari but the sheerness of the chiffon would be slightly impractical.  Though, for a lunch date I would say the featheriness (?) of this blouse and earrings work pretty darn well.

 

 

What would you pair with natural stone beads?

 

 

 



If I Do Say So

Crystal Earrings * Jessalynne * Wool Clutch *Seaecho *

I can't deny that I'm partial to the colors garnet and gold, but add a little pop of rose in there and I may or may not be squealing in delight.  These stacked earrings are pretty short but the Swarovski crystals are so brilliant that you can see them from a mile away.  Instinct, and discomfort in bright colors, makes me pair these gems with a darker accessory. The clutch has some great texture (It's made of wool!) and a lovely pattern so it still stands out even though its colors are (safely) neutrals. And the mustard tassel is like a wink to my adventurous side since she doesn't get to come out too often. This is a great pairing for Fall that can easily carry into winter. What's even better is the alternative colors that the stacked earrings come in to match every outfit!

Do you have season-specific jewelry?

 

New Items!

I feel like all I've been doing this week is making earrings. I'm obsessed, it's official. Here are a bunch of my newest listings. Everything is one of a kind and ridiculously on sale. I can also do overnight shipping so you get everything by Xmas :)

Gun Metal Blue Drop Earrings

Midnight Blue Drop Earrings

Rain Cloud Drop Earrings

Seaglass Drop Earrings

Lily Pad Beaded Earrings

Crystal Sea Drop Earrings

Black and Blue Drop Earrings

Teal Waterfall Chandelier Earrings

Amethyst Drop Earrings

Falling Leaves Drop Earrings

Natural Charm Beaded Earrings

Leaf Drop Earrings

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The store has been updated this morning with all bracelets and necklaces reduced to $10 and all earrings reduced to $4! Shipping has also been reduced!

Tips - Cleaning Your Vintage Jewelry

I wanted to share some good jewelry cleaning tips I've found online. This is a great list of 12 household products that can be used to clean any "gently worn" or tarnished jewelry bought at the thrift store or flea market.

My favorite:

Vinegar

Make your silverware — as well as your pure silver bracelets, rings, and other jewelry — shine like new by soaking them in a mixture of 1/2 cup white vinegar and 2 tablespoons baking soda for two to three hours. Rinse them under cold water and dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.

This one has a great reaction when you mix the ingredients! The shine is actually pretty impressive. This one started with a lot of metal chipping and gunk but now it's ready for the paint and tools!