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Maria Rudman Bracelets: Chains and Leather

Not the chains and leather that you’d expect, but these Maria Rudman bracelets are intricate beauties. The embroidered leather bands are casual and perfect for everyday wear. And while the chain...

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Natalia Brilli Long Beads Bow Necklace: Tie the Tie

Tying a big bow on a simple beaded necklace takes it from basic to basically incredible without really doing anything at all. Ribbons are just a nice feminine touch on the chunky beads. You can wear...

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Top 5 Mismatched Earrings: Unlikely Pairings

Asymmetrical earrings normally feel like a funky ‘80s throwback, but these mismatched duos are contemporary chic! No long chain and stud contrast – these jewels have subtler differences (there’s a...

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Bang for Your Buck Holiday Gift Guide: Jewels Under $200

We’re always looking for that gift that wows (like a set of 2 carat diamond earrings, right?). Diamonds may last forever, but a tight friendship is way more meaningful. These gifts are for the special...

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The Bold and the Bejeweled: Shake, Rattle, and Roll

We all have a few go-to jewels that we know match everything – they probably include some sort of mix of diamonds, a watch, and a ring. But when you have the time, it’s much more fun to make up daring...

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Top 5 Clobbering Cuffs: Cuff Linking

Get stacking with these crazy, clobbering cuffs. I love wearing one gigantic bracelet and pairing it with smaller jewels, and if I’m not in the mood for that, one of these statement cuffs can more...

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Trending on Bows: Take a Bow

I wore a perforated leather bow tie on a chain to the Luisaviaroma Black and White Party, but it doesn’t have to be formal, not in the least. I can’t wait to wear it with a tee shirt and skirt!...

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Eddie Borgo Stingray-Effect Jewelry Box: Organized Chaos

Keeping my jewelry organized is like a part-time job. I have pieces on my dresser, others on my vanity, some in a display case, and even more sprinkled around the house (I can’t type with large rings...

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Brunello Cucinelli Ivory Knot Necklace: The Great White Way

I’ve been hooked on Brunello Cucinelli since my very first purchase (a short sleeve cashmere blend coat with fox fur cuffs at the ends of the sleeves – doesn’t get more perfect for Southern California...

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Wonder Woman Cuffs: Superhero-Sized

The season of superhero blockbusters is in full swing, but the best of all is missing from the pack – Wonder Woman. I’m overly obsessed with her (my sister and Tina had me dress as WW for my...

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Clemmie Watson Leather Stud Cape

For those who are proud of their breasts, Clemmie Watson’s leather stud cape is the perfect piece to showcase them without actually showing them. Whether it’s a pair of chandelier earrings, a...

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Dressing Up the LBD: Holiday Redecorating

Odds are you have a favorite LBD hanging in your closet already. It flatters you perfectly and you want to wear it everywhere during the holidays, but you don’t want to look like it’s the only dress...

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The 5 Essential Coats: For Every Season and Reason

If you’re a one coat kind of girl, stick to the essential coat but for a complete wardrobe, you’ll need one of each of these. I’m obligated to show you over the top options but stick to these...

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Kerry Washington Rocks Leather LBD on BET

Kerry Washington pulled off an edgy leather LBD recently on BET’s 106 & Park, pairing it with nude Christian Louboutin pumps for a perfect finish. This A.L.C. Cortney leather dress is fully-lined...

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DKNY Fall 2013 Collection: Juxta-Posed

DKNY’s Fall collection, named “Juxta-Posed” by Donna, was chock full of wearable looks with definite edge – for the rock and roll New Yorker. Bulky coats (truly an essential for NYC natives who have...

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Bright Leather Jackets: Pink Ladies

Pink jackets should have been huge in the ‘80s. It’s never too late to start the trend, though! Black will always be cool, but you don’t want to get stuck in a rut. So this spring, take the biker...

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3.1 Phillip Lim Leopard-Printed Leather: Welcome to the Jungle

I’m more than ready to follow Phillip Lim into the jungle with his chic leopard-printed leather collection. As if the cat’s spots weren’t fierce enough, he’s now transferred them onto fall-friendly...

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Valentino Cuffs: Cuff Love

Whether you’re a plexi kind of girl or leather, look no further! Valentino has you covered - or cuffed, really. This is the easiest way to update your summer wardrobe without spending a fortune. Just...

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Lanvin Punk Studded Leather Cuff

Afraid you’re not cool enough for this? Well, the pretty answer is that you don’t need to be. There is something refined with a bit of a wink in this heavy metal leather cuff. It is seen here with a...

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Peter Som Short Leather Jacket

A leather jacket is a must but if biker chic is not your style, this ladylike tailored Peter Som is what you have been dreaming about. The sheepskin is incredibly soft, lightweight and easy to wear....

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Gwyneth Paltrow's Ruby Kobo Bracelet

You know how we can be sure that Gwyneth Paltrow actually likes this Ruby Kobo Stick Bracelet? She actually bought it! Yes, she pulled out her credit card and splurged on this $1,050 piece – quite...

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3.1 Phillip Lim Organza and Leather Necklace

Now this is what I’m talking about! 3.1 Phillip Lim’s Organza and Leather Necklace ($275) is the way this feather necklace from Lanvin should have looked! It’s chic, quirky, plays into the tribal-chic...

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Lovely Leather Jackets from Burberry Prorsum

Burberry Prorsum Spring 2011 collection was named Heritage Biker, and boy was it ever. Filled with rockin’ biker looks, this collection makes me feel instantly cooler just looking at it. NET-A-PORTER...

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Vince Draped Leather Jacket: Lazy Days Get an Upgrade

One of my favorite things in my closet for no-brainer dressing is my draped cardigan – and now a draped leather jacket? My laziness meter just jumped a notch. A riff on a classic Rick Owens silhouette,...

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Roberto Cavalli Leather-Trimmed Printed Silk-Blend Pants: Rock Star Skinny

If these weren’t designed by Steven Tyler, then they were certainly designed for him. Low-rise, snake-stamped, silk-blend chiffon pants with skin-baring leather lacing equals pure amazing sexy rocker...

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Top 5 Leather Jackets: For Roughing Up Your Formalwear

We all know the leather jacket goes with jeans and white T-shirts (all the way back to the era of James Dean) and that it gives rock star value to skinny pants of all creeds. Now the timeless leather...

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Top 5 New Peplums: Pep(lum) Talk

It’s time to get hip to the flounce: peplum is an important trend for spring. It started back in the fifties with Dior’s New Look, but now everyone from Jason Wu to Armani to Marc Jacobs is embracing a...

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Menswear at F/W ’12 NYFW: Magic in Manhattan

This fall, menswear has moved in a new direction, entirely. Albeit, it’s sexy, chic, and dark. I like it, and New York has done a fantastic job showing this. These are my highlights for it: It started...

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Menswear at LFW: Carry Right On, Lads

If there was ever a magical land to find both men and the clothes they wear, it’s London. Home of both innovative fashion and Savile Row, London is a provider of enchantment and beauty. Here’s a brief...

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Top 5 Pristine Pendants: A Penchant for Pendants

Sometimes one good thing is all you need. A statement pendant gets you noticed fast, without the obviousness of a chunky, clunky necklace. There’s a certain je nais se quoi about wearing something so...

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