Like I’ve mentioned before, I love a good waist-cinching belt. There’s nothing better for defining your shape under mountain of cold-weather clothing than a beautiful, detailed piece of leather (or, in today’s case, suede). They can make an outfit look intentional instead of thrown-together and offer just as good an opportunity for accessorizing as shoes or jewelry.
They can also make a variety of clothing options possible for those with non-model bodies. Maybe you love the colors and fabrics that you see some tent dresses in, but have boobs too big to even try? Well buy one, add a belt at your thinnest point, and bam - you’ve got a dress that’s flattering and easily adjustable for your body. In my mind, everyone should have a good waist belt in at least a few colors, and this season, purple is one of the biggest shades around.
That’s why you should all seriously consider Linea Pelle’s Suede and Gunmetal Grommet Waist Belt in violet. Suede is such a lush material for cooler weather, and I don’t think I need to read you my color-as-neutral manifesto again. So just go buy the belt, or something similar, and try it out. You’ll thank me. Buy through Linea Pelle for $175.
Simple, elegant, and stunning, the Gucci Chiodo Nail Bracelet lures you in. The design is so unbelievably simple that as I look at this piece I assure myself that I could have designed it. But I didn’t, Gucci did, and that is why the price is what it is. The sleek design is made with 18k gold and makes a bold statement with the chiodo nail concept. The cuff is hinged. If you are a fan of Gucci and this is in your budget, it is a stunning timeless piece.
Buy this for $4,950 via Saks
One of the most important accessories is a wrap or shawl. But while this accessory should be easy to pick, I always have a hard time. When attending a cocktail party it is integral that you are dressed perfectly from head to toe. So you have your cocktail dress, but what about a wrap to wear during the chilly weather. Sometimes you need something longer because of the weather. Because of the great price and the feminine look, I am drawn to the Minnie Rose Cashmere Shawl. This soft cashmere shawl has ruffles along the edge and is perfect to pair with a cocktail dress or jeans. Available in black or mushroom (shown).
Buy this for $280 via Saks
Love Rocks NY
There is a new celeb favorite on the block, and it is jewelery from Love Rocks NY. The collection features micro-pave diamonds embedded in 14kt gold and platinum pendants, rings, earrings, and bracelets that are all the rage right now. From Nicole Richie who is sporting a Love Letter Necklace with the letter H for her new baby Harlow to Hayden Panettiere who sports the Love Rocks NY Infinity Band Ring, the simple yet chic designs from Love Rocks NY are spreading like a wildfire. The prices are not cheap, but the designs are brilliant. Show the man of your life that you are his by sporting his letter on your neck, or specialize a locket with the date of your wedding on it, or opt for the cool Infinity band ring. The options are great and these designs are here to stay. There is an option of white or yellow gold in many of the designs.
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Alexander McQueen Tiger Print Pashmina
Scarf accessorizing has become a huge trend; seen on celebrities such as Nicole Richie and Jessica Alba at all times. Alexander McQueen has become known for his skull print scarves, but the bold look of the skull was not appealing across the board. I saw the Alexander McQueen Tiger Print Pashmina and became completely enamored with it from the minute I laid eyes on it. I have always been a huge fan of gray and salmon hues mixed together; it is both soothing and sensual. This cashmere and silk blend pashmina with a tiger print design is the perfect carry-around scarf, great for traveling or everyday wear. And for the a-listers, this is a great piece to add lots of jewels and come up with an urban chic look.
Buy this for $610 via Net A Porter
The cyclical nature of this heart has my heart and attention. The Pianegnda Lovesick Heart Wraparound Ring symbolizes that love goes around and around, with its rhodium-plated sterling silver heart shaped band that wraps around the finger. The top of the heart is the widest part of the band, while the bottom of the heart is the thinnest point. This is a very symbolic ring, which would make a great Valentine’s Day gift to the right girl.
Buy this for $240 via eLuxury
This is a stunning bracelet for a good cause. Celebrities have been seen sporting this bracelet, which is made by the Simmons Jewelry Company and part of the Green Initiative Jewelry Collection. The Simmons Malachite Green Bracelet is designed with African natural resources and 50% of the net profits go back to the Africa via Diamond Empowerment Fund. Available in small and medium.
Buy this for $125 via Simmons Jewelry
This belt is a great accessory, able to be worn on top of an outfit for the perfect outfit topper. The Bottega Veneta Woven Ridge Belt used lush brown leather with a woven panel and raised ridge in the center to give some dimension. The brass buckle is the perfect touch, looking worn but not tarnished and there are leather panels on the buckle. Marked 40% off, so grab it while you can!
Buy this for $294 via NAP
When I popped into Louis Vuitton Bal Harbour last month I was simply looking for ties for my dad’s birthday. Somehow I could not leave without something for myself, but it really was not my fault. A new pair of sunglasses arrived that day and my SA assured me that they would look great on me. I took one look at the shape and said ‘No way’. Yet I tried them on, and they fit so beautifully and looked so amazing I had to leave with them. The infamous pair of shades are the Louis Vuitton Ursula GM Sunglasses which sport butterfly-shaped acetate frames in a slue of colors. I opted for the chic light glitter honey, but there is also a lilac, white, and black if I remember correctly. There is a hand-lacquered medallion with the Monogram flower at the hinges and these shades offer 100$ UV protection. If you buy these beauties, they will arrive in a brown hard sided case and a drawer box.
Buy this for $435 via eLuxury
Alexander McQueen is the king of the rocker chic skull trend. A couple years ago his skull scarfs were the ‘have-to-have’ items of the fashionable crowd, and hard to find. Pop on eBay in hopes of finding one for a terribly high mark up, yet a must have look. While the focus on skulls is not as prominent, adding a skull scarf can really give a new statement to your look. The Alexander McQueen Skull Embroidered Scarf is a large black shawl (56″ x 56″) with white winged skull embroidery. There is a scrolled lead border. The scarf is great to accessorize with, whether you choose to tie it on your black bag or around your neck.
Buy this for $740 via Net A Porter
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