Bling It On Baby!

I have a little saying, "Jewelry and shoes always fit". Your wrist doesn't have a fat day. Your neck can't "feel" a little bloated. Your ears never go up a size. And unless you're pregnant (because I know someone is going to go there!) your feet will always slide beautifully into your well-curated shoe wardrobe. And while I love both equally, jewelry is my current obsession.

And my favorite place to search out my jewelry? Why from the comfort of my couch of course! I adore Jewelry Nut Auctions on Facebook. Please go check them out, they auction every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings from 8:00 pm CST to 9:30 pm CST. And the deals are killer!

This season enamel is in and I love it! Enamel has such a vintage feel to it and because of the bright colors and textural designs, enamel can bring a certain punch to an outfit that we all need sometimes. My personal preference is enamel paired with gold and gold is definitely another hot one this season. Again, for me, the vintage quality of gold gets me every time but please, do be careful! Gold can get brassy and 80's looking and I don't care what anyone says the 80's should stay in the past!

***Please Lord in Heaven, do not let the fashions of Dynasty and Knots Landing become a thing of my present! Amen.***

This gorgeous Tory Burch wide bangle can be found at Nieman Marcus and yes, 

it is expensive but this is a statement piece that will last a lifetime!

Since enamel brings us all of that glorious color, let's talk about color for a minute. Maybe it's because it's Spring and I like the idea of sunny 65-degree days spent outside with my kiddos. Maybe it's because this time of year represents rebirth and growth, and color remind us of the brighter things in our lives, the things that change and grow. Whatever the reason, I love color because it's happy. "I have enough HAPPY in my life!" said no one. EVER! And girlies, the "in" color this season is Emerald Green! Panatone gave it the color of the year nod and it is my absolute fave color! So be prepared... it is going to be everywhere!

The current trend that has be all a twitter right now? Messages and monograms! I'm southern, ladies and gentlemen (didn't want to leave anybody out!) and a monogram is tried and true southern tradition. It's not just a design choice, it is a category in and of itself and the monogram speaks of class and style. And we all know style will live on long after fashion dies. Monograms are on my throw pillows, monograms grace my guest towels, and monograms are on every piece of luggage I own, so quite obviously monograms hang about my neck and wrists with equal charm! 

You can find these awesome acrylic monogram pendents in a plethora of colors and sizes  in boutiques and online. I believe the best deals can be found on Etsy.

As far as I can tell there is nothing quite like an engraving. Be it an important date, your child's name or a special message that reminds you of a specific time or place or person, engraved jewelry is an of-the-moment trend that I simply cannot get enough of. I recently ordered a leather and gold cross bracelet with my wedding anniversary on it. i love looking down at it and remembering that day (even 7 years later!). What a great gift for a bride right? Right now I'm on the hunt to have a bible verse (below) engraved on a bracelet. I'm thinking a 2" cuff in a mix of matte gold and silver. Would that not be beautiful?!

What is your favorite of-the-moment trend? Do you have a verse or quote that fuels you currently? Leave me a message; I'd love to hear from ya!