Archive for October, 2009

At FantasyJewelryBox.com, we strive to carry a wide selection of jewelry styles not only to reach the widest audience possible, but in hopes that someone who really thinks they have their own style ‘pinned down’ will have a moment of , “Oh wow, that’s so not me, but I love it!” Labels can be very tricky, very stifling thing. Sure, there are certain things we lean toward time and again – if a ring has a star on it, chances are I want it, and now! But by restricting ourselves to one style of anything, from jewelry to hairstyles to iced coffee flavors, we are missing out on a whole adventurously wonderful world of all that is and all that can be. And we don’t want to do that, do we?!

It’s easy to fall into a fashion rut. We have all been there, staring into our closets, wondering when we became a one-outfit superhero. I had the moment myself a few months ago, when after hanging my laundry I saw stripes. Lots of stripes. I know I like stripes, of course, but I didn’t realize every single thing I purchased in the past year was striped in some way. So I hit the blogs, looking for a fresh outlook and a helping hand. And wow, did I find it! There’s a fiercely fashionable world of lady bloggers out there, taking risks and taking pictures. And one of those lovely ladies is Elysia, or FashionFille, as you’ll come to know her.

Who is this Fashion Fille, you ask? Just a ridiculously cool, self-proclaimed “fashion-addicted chick”, who isn’t afraid to Rock a Knee-High Suede Boot with a flower dress. Or have a velvet leggings giveaway. Or keep you super updated on what’s new, what’s on sale, what’s going on backstage, what’s walking the runway, and generally, what’s what. She can also shred a jean like it’s her job, and bedazzle a sneaker like nobody’s business. Just sayin’.

In short, she’s an awesome blogger to keep up with, for innovative inspiration and more. She’s got the scoop, the style, and the skills to write it all down in a way that keeps you interested and excited. Plus, I totally Saw Stripes in there, which is enough to sell me on her style anyday! Read the rest of this entry »

The lovely, lady-like look of Layered Necklaces tends to return every few years, and we couldn’t have been more excited to see them dancing down the runway once again. With so many sizes, styles and colors available, this truly is something that will work effortlessly with anyone’s wardrobe, adding a sensational seasonal update for just a few dollars. Check out a few of our layered lovelies below, and find your fashion-forward favorite!

Piles of Pearls!

Nothing adds instant glamour to an outfit quite as well as pearls, and our beautiful, bold, black Faux Pearl Necklace has 7 stunning strands. Ranging in length from 20-36 inches, the mirror-like look of these unexpected and unique layers is equal parts Audrey Hepburn, Coco Chanel and Rebel Girl. And just because we love you, we threw in the matching earrings. Feminine was never so fun!

Glorious, Glinting Gold!

Fashion jewelry was never finer! An absolutely fabulous find, our Gold Layered Necklace possesses gorgeously endless possibilities. Sterling silver takes a rich bath in 18K gold for unstoppable quality and shine, while delicate round charms throughout add dimension and movement. You can wear this a different way every day of the week! Consider wrapping it once closer to your neck, and letting the
remainder fall into a second long necklace for drama. Wrap it twice in only slightly different lengths for a great everyday look. You may even want to wear it as a belt, looping the excess artfully for a
unique wash of wearable art that looks even more stellar with every step. If you’re only investing in one layered necklace this Fall, we’re confident this would serve you best. And once the snow has
melted and the tank tops come out again, you’ll still be grabbing it to highlight that tan!

If you’re in the jewelry business, you quickly find that your friends are more than eager to tap into your insider advice. Questions range anywhere from, “Will this still be in style in a few months?”, to “What does the .925 stamp on silver jewelry actually mean?” And while I gladly entertain and answer all their questions, I do have a favorite. I love, love, love when someone asks, “If I only wear one piece of jewelry, what should it be?” This question is so exciting because the answer is different for everyone, and I get to go on a hunt in my own store to find the one piece that just screams their style and unique personality to me. For fun, I went on a hunt for three of my favorite ladies that haven’t asked in awhile. But when they do, I’ll be ready! Or maybe I’ll just direct them to this post. I’ve included the results and reasons below – let me know what you think. And if you have a signature piece, we’d love to hear about it and what makes it so ‘you’!

For Leigh Anne – The Coral Cocktail Ring

Leigh Anne has a wide variety of places to be in one day, and can easily have a tight schedule that takes her straight from the office to a fancy restaurant with no time to change. Her wardrobe has to multi-task well, as does her jewelry, and I can’t imagine a single outfit this ring wouldn’t look amazing with, from dark denim jeans and a tee to a flirty dress and sky-high heels. It is both simply styled and unstoppably bold, with a rich, saturated color that will work wonderfully with her olive skin tone.

For Lolicia – Sterling Silver Faux Pearl Earrings

There’s no doubt that Lolicia’s ‘one piece’ would have to be pearls. She finds a way to work them into almost every outfit, with earrings and necklaces set to shine against her mahogany hair. This particular set of pearl earrings highlights the classic pearl center beautifully with a youthful, CZ-encrusted flower design. Loving sophisticated styling, and being in her early-twenties, I think Lolicia would appreciate how perfectly these combine a timeless style with a fresh, young feel.

For Michelle – The Stainless Steel Heart Charm Bracelet

Do you have one of those friends who constantly plays with things, whether it’s balling up the paper from their straw and batting it around the table, or tapping a pencil in tune to the music? I have one of those friends too, and it’s Michelle. This charm bracelet would not only give her a sturdy piece of jewelry that could handle her playing with it, but it’s also really unique and pretty. And it would complement her slightly dressier style well while adding a touch of fun!

Of all the beautiful shapes of jewelry available, none packs quite as much personality and sparkle as star-shaped jewelry. There is an unexpected edge to it even in the most refined settings – a slightly rebellious side that finds it’s beauty in it’s boldness. FantasyJewelryBox.com is excited to offer a stellar selection of star jewelry to suit every night-sky lover’s style, and we’ve picked a few of our fallen favorites to showcase below!

Sterling Silver Star Ring – Even better than a single star, this Double Star Ring shines brilliantly with 1 cool carat of pave set clear CZ stones. A braided band completes the intricate design for a flawless finish that’s just what you wished for (and something you can wish upon!).

Sterling Silver Star Necklace – Created to match the above ring perfectly, our Double Star Necklace brings brilliant cut stones and your choice of necklace lengths to allow you to be sure all the stars line up exactly as you’d like them to.

Silver Star Bracelet – Our matte finish Star Bracelet is a casual, comfortable, everyday favorite! 7 inches of softly rounded stars line up to create an adventure in starry style that’s as adorable as it is affordable. Crafted in a rhodium-electroplated brass that gives the look of sterling silver without the cost a piece this size would carry, you can have the luxurious look of silver for less than $25!

At FantasyJewelryBox.com, we offer tons of great jewelry designs perfect for the young and young at heart. We know how tricky it can be to find high-quality jewelry that’s suitable and styled for younger girls and young ladies – particularly when you want that high-quality without a high cost. We’ve pulled together some of our top picks for gifting the glamour girls on your list with something super special that doesn’t make them look as though they’ve dipped into Mom’s jewelry box, and doesn’t leave you dipping into your Savings Account!

Looking for something fresh and unique to introduce her to the world of ‘grown-up’ jewelry? Our Ice Cream Cone Necklace may be just the thing! A tiny sterling silver cone is topped with a single scoop of sparkling CZs and suspended from your choice of 5 different chain lengths. This necklace has a cool, youthful feel, but is crafted from top-quality materials, bringing a little bit luxury…a little bit novelty…and a lot bit great gift!

She’ll look even more lovely in lavender! Our Lavender CZ Heart Ring, available in sizes starting at 4, is delicate and delightful! The perfect purple-hued heart is accented by emerald shaped clear accents and a high polish sterling silver finish. A 1 ¼ total carat weight brings just enough sparkle to be appreciated without overwhelming smaller hands.

Our brilliant Butterfly Earrings are sure to set her heart aflutter! Crafted of sterling silver and clear cubic zirconia stones, these will effortlessly complement just about anything she wears, from a paisley dress to a pastel hoodie.