DIY Chunky chain, rhinestone and leather bracelet

Hello Angels!

More work from my busy bee fingers.  I found this awesome DIY online.  Credit for creativity goes to I Spy DIY, one of my new favorite websites for creative inspiration.
Here's what I made:

And here is the link to the website complete with how-to's:

http://www.ispydiy.com/2011/07/my-diy-chain-and-rhinestone-bracelet.html

Happy crafting Angels!!!

Is this for real?

As you know, I love my accessories.  You can imagine my delight when I stumbled upon this website, offering beautiful statement jewelry pieces at affordable prices.  I initially thought it may be too good to be true, but I was mistaken.  BaubleBar has some gorgeous pieces that would instantly upgrade an outfit, mostly for under $100.  Check it out here.  I especially like their Disco Cone Cuff, so adorable and stackable!  Happy shopping!

This is clutch

I have to admit that I simply love the clutches that Bottega Veneta and Alexander McQueen have designed this year, but at over $1,000 a pop, I couldn't justify such a splurge. 



Alexander McQueen

Bottega Veneta

Well, I turned that frown upside down when I went into Zara and found a similar clutch, for one tenth of the price!  I think it would make the perfect accessory to a simple black dress.  No need for too much jewelry, this clutch is ornate enough to hold it's own weight.



Zara Clutch - Front View

 

Zara Clutch - Open View

Zara Clutch - Back View

Styling Tips!

Hello Angels!!

Ever look through your closet and feel like you are compelled to buy something new for that night out?  Why??  You can easily recycle your classic pieces by accessorizing!   Why spend a fortune buying a whole new outfit, when you can spruce up a simple little black dress just by adding a belt, a statement necklace, colorful shoes, or a fabulous clutch (no need to do all simultaneously).   Here are some ways to make that LBD go from drab to FAB all for a minimal investment that can be used with multiple outfits!  Enjoy!

Spruce up your LBD!!!!

Yellow Clutch

House of Harlow 1960 Necklace

Chain Belt

Belle Noel Necklace

Nine West Blue Suede Shoes