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jewelry ideas
10 Looks to Get the Party Started
Party season has begun which can bring a mixed bag of nervous excitement with wardrobe anxiety. Selecting your wardrobe can be the difference between making a grand entrance and having a good time or becoming an observer at a forgettable scene. In order to accommodate your potential range of dress code requirements, here are 10 ways to get your party wardrobe started:
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Rose Wear
Roses remain the ultimate flower to express love. If you love this shimmering rose quartz necklace with hilltribe silver rose and accents, then you might wear one of these picks:
Rose Thorns by StyleFolio featuring army pants
Combining and Balancing Textures and Weight
Have you ever seen a woman wearing a great outfit only to see something that was not quite right? The shoes are too bulky, the jewelry too big, the fabric too taut, too many conflicting patterns and the list continues.
Well, here is how you can balance your apparel texture and “weight” with that of your jewelry to look polished every time. In this example, the short-sleeved sweater and skirt both have fabric texture. This texture gives the illusion of extra weight. In order to balance the illusionary weight of the garments, I’ve accented this ensemble with a coordinating bold necklace and cuff set. In the cuff, the hammered sterling silver nearly repeats the weave in the wool skirt. Both pieces plus the shoes pull together the colors, style and “weight” of this look. Add the cape for extra dramatic flair or as a season transition item.
Floral UFO by StyleFolio featuring a houndstooth coat
So, the next time you dress and accessorize, be certain to pay attention to the over “weight” or bulk of your clothes and jewelry. Remember to repeat patterns and pay attention to fabrics and shine.
Purify Your Creativity
Turquoise is such a special gemstone. It’s grounding energy gives life to creativity, compassion and clear direction. A rich butterscotch colored African amber is paired with these turquoise disks to create a remarkable statement. Amber purifies the body, mind and spirit which makes it a perfect complement to ignite your creativity. Spring is the ideal time to try something new and to seek broader horizons. Enjoy your journey.
Below are a few style ideas to help you get started. Remember, there is only one of this necklace.
sundress
Turquoise and Smoky Quartz Accessory & Wardrobe Ideas
Turquoise is a global gemstone favorite admired by cultures from Asia to the Americas. Smoky quartz is a gemstone that is carries balancing and negativity blocking energies like turquoise. Together, they are a powerful spiritual and aesthetic combination.
I was captivated by the slivers of turquoise and the brown hues that permeate the gemstones. When I found these round and oval shaped brilliant smoky quartz gemstones, I thought that the color, texture and size elements made a stunning statement.
With four casual creations from the sophisticated combination of turquoise and smoky quartz, you can create a look that fits your lifestyle and your budget. Find these one-of-a-kind pieces in the Southwest Sizzle Collection.
Stripes, Plaids and Statement Jewelry Ideas
Do you remember when you were a kid and wearing stripes and plaids together was an absolute no-no? Well, fashion today is rewriting the rules. However, these new rules can create confusion how to combine the two in a way that reflects your style and makes you feel comfortable. A part of that decisive journey is to figure out how on earth you add jewelry to your stripe and plaid mix. Well, here are some ideas to fit a few different styles on effectively mixing all of the pieces together without looking like a Glamour don’t.
Buy that coral and jet necklace here.
Buy that crystal jewelry as a set or separately here.
Buy that exotic seashell and mother-of-pearl necklace here. And no, you won’t poke your eyes or skin out.
Buy this red coral cuff here.
Mix and Match Ideas
One Pair of Earrings; Two Different Looks
Every woman is looking for ways to expand her wardrobe. One of the best ways is through accessories. Especially pieces that add variety and flexibility. These gorgeous earrings provide style, class and flexibility for fun casual to serious business looks. Here are two looks that are built around these earrings:
Explore the Possibilities with Pearls
Pearls seem to beckon to women of all ages, style personalities and social backgrounds. You can buy the earrings and necklace featured in these samples here. Below are three ways to add one-of-a-kind, affordable pearl jewelry pairings to your wardrobe possibilities:
Chloé coat, $2,270
Chloé dress, $1,380
Dsquared2 shoes, $770
Buti tote bag, $830
Pearl and Gold Vermeil…, $215
Derek Lam jacket, $1,990
Burberry pants, $350
Diane von Furstenberg blouse, $245
Jenni Kayne shoes, $495
JJ Winters shoulder bag, $163
Donna Karan sweater, 720 EUR
Rich & Skinny jeans, $191
Tory Burch boots, $495
By Malene Birger glove, $285
Henrik Vibskov scarf, 124 GBP
Western Wear with Turquoise
Turquoise and Western wear fit like a bug and a rug. My bet is that almost every woman has a desire to spend a little time on the desert range, even in the city. Check out how to work Turquoise with your inner Annie Oakley. Buy the jewelry in the Southwestern Sizzle Collection.
About Turquoise
Turquoise has long been synonymous with Native American culture and Southwestern region. It has an entrancing quality with its various sizes, shapes, colors and textures.
In researching this gemstone, I found some interesting information. Turquoise was first mined over 6,000 years ago in the Sinai Desert. Turquoise stones were used in jewelry and furniture in the Middle East, Asia and Africa.
It is a mineral that has no particular shape. What is a dichotomous, yet intriguing fact about turquoise is that it is a water rich mineral, yet forms only in dry regions of the world. It is said that the finest turquoise comes from Iran where it has been mined for 3,000 years. The world’s largest deposits are in the United States, particularly the Southwest.
For gem healing purposes, turquoise is used for protection, courage, creative expression and emotional balance.
Cosmo Style Ideas
Enjoy these ideas on how to wear this cosmopolitan cool necklace according to the many roles in your life. Buy this necklace here.
Creativity Abounds!
When I view other artists’ work in museums, public art settings, galleries or elsewhere, a few routine questions typically run through my mind: a) what inspired them to create that piece of work? b)what frame of mind where they in when they conceived their designs? and c) did they give any thought to what others would think about it? When I design, I create whatever comes into my heart and soul. You never know what people will think about your work and just have to put out what you feel to be your best work.
Recently, while on one of my favorite social site, I noticed other artists’ interpretation of my work and style sense. Of course I was flattered that they chose to use my designs in their creations. These individuals are from all around the world. However, I was more interested in how they used the design, how they see the use of it differently than I and how I could learn from them. Check out some of their ideas with a recently designed necklace:
One Dress/Multiple Looks
Here’s how you can create several distinct styles based on one interesting dress.
Image Influencer Series: Drive, Discipline and Competition - Dad
It has been here all along. His traits are part of my DNA. So what do I have that I regard as so special? Listen and learn about his gifts that have and continue to keep me inspired.
Labradorite (M)
Its uncut color is a dirty grey. But when cut, it is usually blue in color. When placed at various angles, the color can change tremendously showing a metallic luster and beautiful sheen.
Peaceful Pearls
Over the last few months, I’ve felt a magnetic attraction to pearls. This is odd because I don’t consider myself a big pearl wearer. My shift has spiked my curiousity which has sent me on a quest for more information.
Dripping in Druzy for Valentine’s Day
Like your love for each other, your sugar’s jewelry should sparkle brightly. The necklace has just that touch to make it remain close to her heart.
Freshwater Pearls, Swavorski Crystals and this outstanding Druzy pendant create a mesmerizing triple strand combination. The photo doesn’t do it justice.
Frisky Feathers & New Video Tips
So, what are you going to do with your new year? I decided that I’m not dressing in depressing grey garb despite the big R word. No, honey, I’m going to live it up and have some fun. Life marches on one way or another and I’m doing it to the beat of my own drum.
So, it’s appropriate that I kick off the first ‘09 ‘Folio Files’ with this piece. Feathers = frisky.
Metallic Marvels
Metallic is marvelous darling, just marvelous. Silver metallic is also a magnet for excitement and can double as a disco mirror chip in a pinch.
Bridal Bliss
StyleFolioJewelry.com introduces its Bridal Bliss Collection. The collection fits the most demure or dramatic bride-to-be. Some pieces are designed to add the just-there touch and others are created to play center stage, second to the bride’s breathtaking beauty. Think of the collection as tradition with a twist.
Folioista™ Program
If you consider yourself a fashionista, then chances are you are a Folioista™ too. What is a Folioista™? A devoted StyleFolioJewelry.com™ patron who loves the original, stylish, jeweled treasures featured on this site. Every purchase counts towards your style revolution.
Flower Power
Clothes, cars, shoes and hangbags are just some items that seem to work best in the decadent color black. Black has always been associated with mystery, intrigue and power.
Pure black onyx is common and probably the most famous variety of quartz.
Natural & Native
The fashion world continues to be enamored with all things native, especially the cultures throughout the African, Oceanic and Asian parts of the world. This fascination continues through Fall ‘08 which I’ll chat about in a future issue. The Artistic Tribe collection pays tribute to the outstanding creativity prevalent in these cultures with a modern day twist.
It’s Time to Shine
“If one is good, more is better”, professes my friend and designer Mary Jane. She took the words from right out of my mouth. Layering your jewelry is a fun way to add visual imagery and dimension. Baubles come in many shapes, sizes, stones and textures and when they are mixed together, magic happens. Plus, ladies, you know that you can never have too much shimmer to go with that shake!
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