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Behind the Baubles | Jet Set Candy

February 27, 2015 by jessica Leave a Comment

After a six-month hiatus, “Behind the Baubles” is back and I couldn’t be more excited to reintroduce the series to you with my latest jewelry crush: Jet Set Candy. This is the ultimate jewelry-meets-travel collection with wearable keepsakes to commemorate your favorite destinations. The are darling rings, pendants, bracelets, and over 200 charms to choose from, ranging from luggage tags to hookahs to cocktail shakers. Founder Nicole Parker King, a world traveler herself, spared no details when creating these pint-sized souvenirs. Just look at this British candy charm with its brightly colored Smarties! My favorites are the Amsterdam pieces, but only because there isn’t a Brussels luggage tag with a teeny glass of beer!

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Behind the Baubles | Letters by Zoe

September 30, 2014 by jessica 5 Comments

[dropcap custom_class=”normal”]G[/dropcap]ive me a good monogram and I am one happy camper, especially when it’s as beautiful as the personalized gold jewelry Stephanie creates for her collection: Letters by Zoe. Named after her first daughter, Letters by Zoe boasts timeless, understated jewelry that’s sure to become heirloom pieces in anyone’s collection. Each piece is handcrafted in Los Angeles with 14k yellow, white, and rose gold (and, in some cases, sterling silver). I’ve always wanted to own a dainty signet ring and this one is just about perfect.

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[blockquote]My most frequently worn item is my Letters By Zoe diamond initial disc necklaces, one for each of my daughters: Z for Zoe and R for Rhea.[/blockquote]

[blockquote]My ideal Saturday starts with sleeping in (wishful thinking with two kids!) and ends with a date night at Pizzeria Mozza with my husband.[/blockquote]

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INSPIRED BY
People of all walks of life. I’m a professional people watcher!

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FIRST PAYCHECK
Teaching swimming lessons when I was 14 at a tennis club

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ALWAYS READY TO TRAVEL TO
Israel

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MY STYLE IN A WORD (OR TWO)
Everyday Luxe

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CAN’T RESIST
Dr. Hauschka face lotion

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ON MY WISH LIST
Bulgari serpenti watch

[blockquote]The proudest moment of my career was launching Letters by Zoe.[/blockquote]

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[blockquote]This year, I’m planning to expand the Letters By Zoe collection, travel, celebrate my daughter Rhea’s first birthday, and take over the world…[/blockquote]

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Shop the Letters by Zoe collection here and follow along on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Behind the Baubles | Tiffany Kunz

September 24, 2014 by jessica 9 Comments

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[dropcap custom_class=”normal”]W[/dropcap]ith just one look through Tiffany Kunz’s website, you’ll understand why her work is my latest jewelry obsession. Her elegant pieces have an eclectic tribal-meets-vintage vibe that still manages to be elegant. (Really, is anything better than this necklace or this ring?) Beyond her unique aesthetic, however, there are two even more compelling reasons to check out her work: a commitment to sustainability and a commitment to empowering impoverished women worldwide. Read more about both initiatives here.

As you’ll see, the “Beyond the Baubles” feature has taken on a new look, but the same lighthearted “get to know the designer” tidbits are there. Enjoy! (Let me know if there’s anything you’d like added to the Q&A!)

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[blockquote]The proudest moment of my career was executing a challenging engagement ring and having the client love it! I opened a bottle of champagne that day and it is partly how I began my path in metalsmithing. When multiple jewelers turned down the design saying it was too much work, I was intrigued to have a go at it myself. [/blockquote]

[blockquote]My ideal Saturday starts with reading a book with coffee, my husband and our pup by my side and ends with a cocktail and laughs with good friends.[/blockquote]

MOST FREQUENTLY WORN ITEMS
my Rag and Bone jeans and a pair of studs

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FIRST PAYCHECK
working at the movie store at the local mall

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ALWAYS READY TO TRAVEL TO
Los Alamos or the beach

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MY STYLE IN ONE WORD
Non-Fussy

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CAN’T RESIST
Champagne, ever!

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ON MY WISH LIST
Charlotte Stone sandals

[blockquote]I know [wishing for Charlotte Stone sandals] is crazy going into winter but have you heard about the heat wave we’re having in L.A.?![/blockquote]

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[blockquote]I’m inspired by intellect, open minds, and new ways of thinking.[/blockquote]

Shop Tiffany Kunz’s collection here and follow along on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and Instagram.

Behind the Baubles | Elizoebeth Jensen

August 26, 2014 by jessica Leave a Comment

[dropcap custom_class=”normal”]B[/dropcap]efore I read the “About” section on Elizoebeth Jensen’s website, I kept summarizing her collection with two words: modern heirloom. So, you can imagine how smug I was to read that she “set out to create the perfect alchemy between everyday wearable, luxe jewelry and timeless collectible pieces.” I have no doubt you’ll treasure one of her designs for a lifetime, especially when the attention to detail in her delicate 14K designs is impeccable. Take, for instance, the arrowhead rings (my favorite) that expertly incorporate Art Deco designs into an undeniably feminine piece.

*All jewelry featured here is crafted from 14K gold.

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BEHIND THE BAUBLES: KIRAKIRA

August 20, 2014 by jessica Leave a Comment

Allow me to introduce you to my latest jewelry crush: KiraKira. After pursuing design in Tuscany and Japan, it’s perhaps not surprising that designer Suz Somersall continued to seek inspiration from far flung destinations. Her designs echo exotic landscapes and architecture from cities around the world, as you’ll see in the vibrant Moroccan-inspired Marrakech collection and the peaceful Japanese-influenced Kyoto Garden collection.

Fun Fact #1: The brand is named after the Japanese word for “shimmer.”

Fun Fact #2: You can enter to win a gift card to win a $150 gift card to spend at KiraKira below. Get your wish list started!