Blingology

Blinged Out Perfume Bottles

Bond No. 9 is a fragrance company that creates scents dedicated to neighborhoods and popular destinations in New York City.  Some of their recent creations include scents named Union Square, Bryant Park and Saks Fifth Avenue (my new favorite). A few weeks ago I attended a special event at their Soho location, where they unveiled the results of a partnership with Austrian crystal giant, Swarovski:

The larger bottles are called the Bond No. 9 Swarovski Stars. You get your choice of the Bryant Park, Bleeker Street or Nuits de Noho scents. The smaller ones are the Swarovski Stars Bon Bons: all three scents above, plus Eau de New York. Each bottle is blinged out with thousands of Swarovski Crystals. These pictures don't do them justice. They are absolutely beautiful to behold. Imagine one of the larger bottles sitting on your vanity, or, better yet, pulling one of the Bon Bons out of your purse at a party. A glam moment, for sure!

Alas, these limited edition creations (which will be available in a few weeks) are too expensive for the average woman's budget.  The larger bottles will cost $650 each and the Bon Bons set will set you back $700.

Bond No. 9 isn't the only place showing off Swarovski Crystals, however.  Holsted Jewelers has Swarovski, too (minus the perfume, of course). To see it, click here.

Spring Bling

Spring will officially be here in a few more weeks. Are you ready for a bigger, bolder and brighter wardrobe?

I'm still thinking about the Spring color report I saw a few weeks ago with all its bold, bright hues.  I know there are some of you out there for whom bigger, bolder and brighter is not an option this season. That doesn't mean you can't be on trend. Chosen carefully, jewelry and accessories can help you look just as stylish this Spring and Summer.

I love this Austrian Crystal Ring and Bangle Set. The crystals on the bangle are very festive and the ring is very cutting edge. I can picture this set on a woman wearing a simple sleeveless beige shift at a casual get together with friends.

These Gold-Over-Sterling Miranda Earrings remind me of a day at the botanical gardens. Can you see yourself wearing these with a white cap-sleeve tee-shirt and  medium-washed jeans?

 

Finally, this Audrey Checkered Evening bag is so chic! It has genuine mother-of-pearl and black horn tiles. Wear it with your little black dress at that big Summer evening event that you know will be on your calendar very soon.

These pieces are all new arrivals at Holsted Jewelers. In fact, there are over 700 new arrivals at the site, so you'll have no trouble getting your Spring Bling on!

Happy Spring!

Welcome Fall – Happy October!

The most amazing and best part of fall is the leaves changing colors. After a summer of all gorgeous green, it’s such a special thing to see the first striking splotch of orangey-red hiding in a tree. Over time the splotches multiply and the trees become this painter’s palate of vivid colors.

Simultaneously, fashion begins to change color as well.  The rich vibrant golds, the lustrous copper citrine color, the deep ruby garnet, the deep mysterious smoky topaz, stunning and bold saphire…gorgeous, elegant resonating colors that only look best in the fall. Check out the following warm, brilliant stone colors to add to your fall collection.

One of the newest arrivals is the Pinot Noir Garnet and Diamond Ring.

Another fall favorite is the Smoky Topaz and Champagne Ring.

Also, perfect treat for October is the Gold-over-Sterling Byzantine Bracelet.

We’d love to hear your thoughts and feedback on these items! If you own them and love them, let us know by reviewing on the Holsted Jewelers website or posting a comment on the blog!

The new jewelry editor/blogger will be begin posting this week! Check back soon to meet her!

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