I was looking for a bracelet that is not-so-traditional. Something unique but not over the top. Something that can be personalized but not too pricey. Then, I found this piece.

It has a signature calendar pendant executed in sterling silver or 14k gold, strung on faux suede bracelet to honor a date of your choice. In my case, it can be my wedding date, or the birthdays of my kids. Very clever.

This is from http://dallanonnajewelry.com/

These can be pricey depending on the type of metal. Hhhmmm…..something to think about…isn’t it?

Well, it’s our wedding anniversary. I’m not talking about our church wedding. It’s the civil wedding, we are celebrating.

Yes, we celebrate 2 wedding anniversaries. Civil and church. 2 anniversaries mean 2 gifts. LOL!

My husband surprised me with the famous  blue box when I woke up that morning.  Your guess is right. It’s a box from Tiffany & Co.

We had our moments. Everyone had. Perhaps to kiss and makeup, I received a blue box. Maybe I should have my moments all the time! LOL!

It’s been a while since I got something from Tiffany’s. I finally have my own Tiffany Key!

It’s the same key these stars have.

http://www.tiffany.com/

 

Images from www.coolspotters.com

Do you want to wear a sculptured skull on your hand? Get one that will make a statement. And there’s only one that will do the trick - an Alexander McQueen Skull Cocktail Ring.

It has a Swarovski crystal eyes, teeth and accents. And purple pearls for the eyes. Nice, eh!

It’s from $295. This store carry them:

http://www.saksfifthavenue.com/

I did not know that there’s an early  morning show on E! on weekends. It’s called “That Morning Show” where they feature celebrities, food, drinks, fashion including jewelry. It’s a very entertaining show. I think it starts as early as 5am central.

This weekend, their guests is a designer named Robyn Rhodes. She is a former celebrity assistant who channeled her creativity to start her own line of fashion jewelry. Her designs are being worn by Hollywood’s elite such as Scarlett Johansson, Eva Langoria, Penelope Cruz to name a few.

I visited her website and found out that her lines are surprisingly affordable. Not cheap, but somewhat affordable. Her collections include earrings, bracelets, necklaces, rings and bra charms. Yes, you read it right. Bra charms. Interesting concept, huh!?

The charms come in different stones – onyx, rose quartz, jade, etc. The stones are believed to have healing properties. These must be worn with direct skin contact and closer to your heart. To wear it, simply hook the charm into the bra strap as shown below. Nice!

http://www.robynrhodes.com/

I’ve never met anybody who gets invited to a wedding multiple times in a year (if not in a month) other than one of my girl friends.

I kid you not, this girl attends a wedding ceremony more often than I wash my car! LOL!

Well, being invited means new outfit! I had to tag along, of course.

Check out the dress of her choice! Betty-boop indeed!

 

With matching bling. I mean, major BLING!

 

 Everything from http://www.forever21.com/

Of course, this activity is very tiring and it makes you very hungry as well. How about some fancy pizza from the Cafe? I’ll go for it! It’s free anyway. She paid for it. I can live with that!

 

We thought, we saw someone we both know inside the Cafe. We’re rushing (or, escaping…..LOL!),  so, we didn’t get to say “hi” at all. Oh well, maybe next time.

You will not believe this, but she came back at the mall the following day! LOL! I guess, shopping is not done yet. This time, the other queen B was with her.

A friend of mine just got back from a long vacation in the Philippines, and here’s what I got. A chunky bracelet in black onyx. Isn’t it nice? I like it!! Thanks much!!

 

I know few people who are into jewelry – like natural gems and real gold. If you want contemporary designs, well, you now a have a choice. Nishi Jewelry is a New York City based jewelry design company. It is founded by designer Joanna Bengoa. The stores are in NYC. If you live there, lucky you.

For the rest of us, we can buy it online at :http://nishiny.com/

If you’re in UK, you can get it from: http://www.ninaandlola.com/

  

 

I found an affordable version from forever21!  Believe it or not, these are less than $5. Works for me!

Do you like beaded bracelets? Not that I can afford these but I like the chic style of the trinkets from http://www.goodcharma.com/. Prices from $100 and up for the bracelets.

It brings good fortune to those who wear it!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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