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I’m all for easy, pretty, affordable – like this set of sheer sapphire glass teardrop pendant and earring jewels:
A gorgeous color, and easy to use earring and pendant jewels. I think people really appreciate this today – when everybody is pressed for time, and most of us don’t have a lot of money – but still want quality. These are just what they’re supposed to be – no fakey stuff – pretty glass jewels. A great jewelry set.
And available in my Etsy shop. Well yeah, I’m supposed to say that 😉
(And if you need other colors? just ask. That’s a hint)
Okay, this isn’t related to anything. I could say, I’ve been meaning to do some recipe stuff here, just because I cook sometimes, and that’s part of our lives, and like that.
But really I just thought this was funny.
I just saved the pic, and not the link – if anybody knows where this comes from originally, please let me know so I can give them credit.
Sometimes you just have to go with the funny 🙂
Yes, this is why I love vintage. These are beautiful shoes, they’re one of those rare pairs that are sexy, feminine, high-heeled and STILL WEARABLE.
Stuart Weitzman is a very high-end name in women’s footwear, and you can see why. Look at the details – a classic low-throated pump that doesn’t have a ridiculously pointed toe (which is totally painful). A high, slender heel that isn’t dangerously wobbly. Beautiful leather. (And I love the honey tan color.) These are a class act!
I found these at Lilli’s Closet, a vintage boutique on Etsy. Lilli, the curator and shop owner, has some other wonderful finds there. She shows wonderful details in her pics so you know what you’re getting – and she seems to have a specially talented eye for finding wonderful shoes!
PS Did I mention how affordable these Weitzman pumps are? Get ready for this: $30.00. Yes. Go shopping 🙂
And this, right here, is why I think vintage is the greatest. This dress is pure class. It’s wearable, the draping is uber flattering, it’s work appropriate *and* it can go out to dinner. And make you look good.
I was originally looking for a gray dress so I could show you how cool it would be with the black diamond (gray) rhinestone connectors in my previous post here. But I don’t even need that excuse. This dress is going to look good no matter how you accessorize it – and think how many ways you could do that. Vivid scarf – great pumps. Leather boots. Spike heels. Rhinestones, pearls, glammed up – or toned down with wood cuffs or lucite.
It’s available from Cocovintages boutique and the owner, Kate, has some fabulous goodies. I’m totally serious, go there, you’re so going to thank me 🙂
This is a great dress!
PS And! It is NOT a size 2, it is a 14(ish). You can find great vintage in Real People sizes. They do get grabbed up though – you’d think they were in demand or something. (Please tell me why the fashion world tends to forget about you if you’re not a size 2 or maybe a 4. I’m still trying to figure that one out.)
The color called “black diamond” is a neutral gray, always classy and attractive. And in this incarnation, these jewels are useful and versatile.
Add a pearl or teardrop to the bottom ring and you’ve got an elegant pair of earrings. Or use them to connect your necklace chain to your focal jewel – or linked to make a chic bracelet chain.
Useful, striking, sparkling. Just what you want your jewelry to be.
See, I wanted to show you how great the idea of wearing vintage dresses with vintage (or even new) rhinestone jewels can be. Take a look at this adorable vintage party dress:
Pair this sweet dress with my pink teardrop jewels (see previous post), and you’ll have a wonderful party outfit.
The dress is a fab vintage find available from Vintage Life and Design and you are going to love this shop. Shelley, the owner, has a terrific eye for quality, affordable vintage items that real people can use. Go shopping, you’ll thank me!
Because these glass jewels are beautiful – and easy to use – they appeal even to people who don’t have the patience for fussy detail work. And who like sparkly, feminine, classic jewelry.
Because sometimes you want to get something gorgeous – and you haven’t got much time. Grab this set of pink teardrop jewels. Add earwires: voila, you have pretty and feminine earrings. Get a silver chain, slip a jump ring and clasp on. Your necklace is simple – classic – gorgeous. You could wear it tomorrow with your new black tee and black jeans: instant work appropriate – and girly.
You could wear it for your wedding. You could give it to your bride.
*This* is the nice thing about DIY – without spending a lot of money ($6.99 for the set!) and with only a few minutes work, you just made something pretty and useful. And it’s done. And it’s easy.
This is not only a terrific dress, it’s the very best kind:
So why do I say “the best kind”?
1. It’s cute.
2. It’s upcycled, which is always of the good.
3. It’s year round wearable – how fun and flattering in the springtime, just like she’s wearing it in the pic? And for fall and winter, add leggings. Maybe a cami underneath, for body-hugging warmth.
4. It’s affordable.
5. And did I mention, it’s cute?
Because it’s got to look great or you’re not going to wear it. But it does. So – like I said, the best!
PS It’s available at Lillie Nora Dry Goods on Etsy, one of my favorite Etsy shops – where Barb, the artist / designer, has many adorable upcycled garments. This girl is *good*!
These peach “cushion cut” octagon glass jewels are new in my shop – and they are getting some wonderful attention. Girly? yes. Wearable? yes. And, well, they’re gorgeous.
This faceted octagon cut just looks classy, whenever I see it – and I’ve been seeing it a lot of places. It’s a wonderful bridal jewel, it’s beautiful for party jewelry, and it’s also wearable for work – it’s not huge and dangling. It’s just a pretty, sparkly gem – okay, glass gem – that’s perfect for DIY earrings.
Or gifts, of course 😉
This one’s just for fun: a great bodycon dress, cute, wearable, and it’s vintage too. The pic says it all:
The chevron pattern is cute – and totally chic right now. The dress is washable and stretchable and did I mention affordable? Yes. And vintage too? Oh yes, this is a dress you’ll love to wear.
It’s available from ThrifTeeFinds at Etsy. It’s a new shop and I think one we want to watch 🙂
This is a dress I’d expect to see at Forever21 – except it’s vintage, which makes it even better. Check it out!
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Jewelry and Accessories
Vintage, Recycled, Upcycled!
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