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Baubles on a Budget: Under $55

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 Baubles on a Budget: Under $55

 

1. Kate Spade Second Nature Short Necklace, $38.40 (on sale) | 2. Marc Jacobs Champagne Brooch, $25 | 3. Nordstrom Signet Ring, $14 | 4. Shashi Ball Drop Earrings, $50 | 5. Elizabeth and James Torrens Pinky Ring, $38 (on sale) | 6. Kenneth Jay Lane Gold-Plated Necklace, $45 (on sale and just one left) | 7. Gorjana Chloe Mini Stud Earrings, $32 | 8. Shashi Sidney Earrings, $50 | 9. Kenneth Jay Lane Gold-Plated Cuff, $33.75 (on sale and just one left) | 10. Rebecca Minkoff Triple Tier Chandelier Earrings, $48 | 11. BIKO Dot Ring, $32 | 12. Madewell Winking Hinge Cuff, $32

These and more baubles under $55 below!

Behind the Baubles: Anna Davern

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Behind the Baubles interview with designer Anna Davern

Maybe it’s just me, but every now and then I daydream about being bedecked in gemstones the size of my palm. This fantasy usually crops up when we’re traveling and admiring the royal jewels of a country, but now it’s becoming closer to reality with Anna Davern’s jewelry. Sort of.

Australia-based Anna Davern is one of the most innovative jewelry designers I’ve come across recently. She creates trompe l’oeil earrings that resemble staggeringly expensive, oversize precious gemstones by using a sublimation printing technique on old biscuit tins and tin trays. The end results are unexpectedly gorgeous statement earrings that don’t need to be reserved for special occasions – or protected by armed guards!

Behind the Baubles interview with designer Anna Davern
Behind the Baubles interview with designer Anna Davern
Behind the Baubles interview with designer Anna Davern
Behind the Baubles interview with designer Anna Davern

SHOP THE BAUBLES
Double Pear Diamond Earrings | Double Blue Diamond Earrings* | Double Yellow Pear Earrings | Double Heart Earrings | Double Brilliant Diamond Earrings | Round Blue Pear Diamond Drop Earrings

*These are my favorites. They’re replicas of the Oppenheimer blue diamond, which became the most expensive jewel ever sold at auction.

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15 Pineapple Pieces for Summer

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A couple of weeks ago, I joked that the “Weekly Reading” posts always have at least one pineapple item to love. What can I say? I’m kind of obsessed with that perky tropical fruit!* One of my favorite pieces in my collection is this tiny pineapple pendant by Lee Renee that Dave gave me for my birthday two years ago (worn recently here). It’s the perfect pint-sized pineapple for everyday wear. And my penchant for pineapples isn’t waning even though I already have the necklace, the matching ring, and an assortment of vintage brass pineapples around the house! Here are 15 pineapple pieces I love for summer:

  1. J.Crew’s latest collaboration with Ratti has resulted in two fantastic pineapple print fabrics. I could fill this list with items just from that collection, but I’ll refrain and draw your attention to the one I love most: this tie-shoulder dress.
  2. These pineapple shot glasses are just the cutest things. I own a set and use them as decorations.
  3. Bring pineapples the office by way of a shift dress.
  4. An eBay search for “vintage pineapple ice bucket” will yield brass Hollywood Regency style pineapples. Some will need TLC, but it shouldn’t be anything brass polish can’t handle.
  5. If you really love pineapples, consider splurging on this bag. The perforated design is perfectly subtle.
  6. And, if your budget is more modest, here’s a straw clutch that won’t break the bank.
  7. You know I’m a Lele Sadoughi fan girl and her sculptural pineapple earrings don’t disappoint.
  8. I can’t get over this set of brass bookends.
  9. Tassels adorn this scarf, which has a great tonal print. The larger version works as a sarong.
  10. This breezy maxi is perfect for steamy summer days.
  11. Love my necklace featured above, but would prefer a more affordable alternative? Try this.
  12. This pineapple print makes me so happy.
  13. Pineapple-embossed glassware makes cocktail hour both chic and cheeky.
  14. A pair of espadrilles is guaranteed to make you smile when embellished with a pineapple and a palm tree.
  15. Give your bathroom a summery makeover with this shower curtain.

*Never on a pizza, though.

10 Tassel Earrings Under $100

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Tassel Earrings Under $100

It’s no secret that oversize earrings are my favorite trend this season, especially when it comes to tassels — and it seems I’m not the only one craving tassel earrings this spring. I wore the pair above in New Orleans last month and received countless compliments on them. I’m not surprised, though. Who can resist the playful swish of shoulder-dusting fringe?! No one. 😉

Below, you’ll find 10 of my favorite tassel earrings for less than $100. (Most are well below that price point, though!)

  1. The fringe on these drip-dye tassels is unique with a white-to-navy ombre effect.
  2. Can’t decide between hoops or tassels? These are for you.
  3. I featured these in my jewelry roundup last week, and I haven’t stopped thinking about them since. I’m torn between the royal blue and turquoise.
  4. These full silk tassels come in navy and coral.
  5. Kate Spade knocked it out of the park this season with these pompom tassel earrings that come in a rainbow of colors. The yellow pair is my favorite.
  6. These $15 silk stunners are long enough to graze your shoulders. They come in green and turquoise.
  7. How cute is this pair of clustered tassel earrings? The petite size is perfect if you don’t want to go overboard with the fringe.
  8. These neutral color-blocked beaded tassels will go with all of your summer LBDs and LWDs.
  9. These beauties come in eight colors to choose from.
  10. All about color this year? Try these.

Baubles on a Budget: Under $75

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Baubles on a Budget: Under $75 :: Bedknobs & Baubles

I started “Baubles on a Budget” because there are so many pieces of inexpensive jewelry that, well, look cheap. But that’s not always the case. It takes a fair amount of time to sift through pieces online to find costume jewelry that looks more expensive than it actually is. I know that setting the cap at $75 might even be too expensive for many budgets, especially if you’re not as heart-eyed for jewelry as I am, so I’ll always try to include a range of price points in this monthly roundup. You’ll also notice that I typically stay away from jewelry that’s overly trendy. Those pieces are unlikely to get much love after one season and I believe that anything you buy — budget or not — should be something you’ll want to wear for more than one season. With that in mind, here are the wallet-friendly gems to add to your collection this month:

1. J.Crew Beaded Tassel Earrings, $65* | 2. Lele Sadoughi Solstice Earrings, $55 (on sale!) | 3. Elizabeth and James Bea Ring, $49 (on sale!) | 4. Serefina Fringe Drape Earrings, $66* | 5. Madewell Beaded Charm Necklace, $38 | 6. Bauble Bar Vida Crispin Drops, $34 | 7. Tuckernuck Petite Mixed Lantern Earrings, $48 | 8. Jenny Bird Ariel Earrings, $65* | 9. Rebecca Minkoff Palm Tassel Hoop Earrings, $68 | 10. Meg Carter Pearl Blossom Stud Earrings, $65 | 11. Noir Jewelry Linear Drop Earrings, $56

*My top three!