November 5, 2014
by Julia DiNardo
Over the years, I’ve seen a lot of fringe gone wrong, very, very wrong. The material is off, the length is too short or long, or the thickness of the fringe isn’t right, which leads to a generally costumey, cheap look. No thanks! There is great potential with fringe, however, to look casually elegant and every day functional, it needs to be the perfect blend of on-trend colors and shapes, and a delicate balance of the flyaway stuff for the ultimate movement and chic factor. You can enjoy a fringe bag these days without feeling like a flower child; see above for some simple silhouettes that work the fringe look with precision and below for the details.
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June 25, 2014
by Julia DiNardo
The trend is certainly emerging, if it’s not already here, which involves a selection of earring backs and fronts that combine different shapes, colors, and even materials to be no view from both sides of the lobes. Forget about traditional earring backs, and go for a bit of the trick of the eye with these lovely dangling pieces that encourage creativity with mixing and pairing them with other earrings in your jewelry box.
Some of the styles do sport a traditional earring post, however possess an extra hanging jewelry piece for some added movement, shine, and glamour. Wear these earrings with everything from casual and activewear to more elegant looks with an edge. Above, I’ve rounded up eight styles in a wide range of price points and styles; which one is your favorite?
Featured Styles (from Left to Right):
Rebecca Minkoff ‘Tulum’ Drop Earrings
Baublebar Pavé Spike 360 Stud Earrings
Baublebar Pearl Bubblegum 360 Studs
Rebecca Minkoff Front Back Hoop Earrings
Fallon Jewelry Swarovski Imitation Pearl Microspike Earrings
Jules Smith Arrow Dagger Earrings
Baublebar Crystal Fishhook Drops
Vita Fede Double Titan Cultured Pearl Earrings
