Category Archives: Musings

Tips for Traveling with Jewelry

Posted on June 27, 2017

Part of my job as a personal wardrobe stylist is packing my clients for trips. I seem to be doing a lot of this lately, and when it comes to the jewelry, there are quite a few things to consider. I thought I’d share some of these points to ponder with you, as you may find yourself packing a suitcase for a trip of your own this summer! Your destination should determine what jewelry you bring Are you going to a luxury … Continue reading →

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The Joy of Taking Personal Time

Posted on April 4, 2017

On Sunday, this was my to do list: -Clean my apartment -Write a blog post; make it an extra-special one, as JewelryFashionTips.com turns SIX this week! (How did time fly so quickly?!) -Work out/go to my barre class -Eat a healthy dinner This is how the day actually went down: -Sleep in till a little after 9 -Have a leisurely morning in my pj’s -Go to lunch with my mom at the Pancake House (translation: not the healthiest of choices, … Continue reading →

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Into the Jewelry Box: Michelle

Posted on March 7, 2017

I first met Michelle around 2000. I recall that the first year or so we knew each other, her wardrobe uniform included a fitted black Prada t-shirt, and virtually no jewelry. Seriously, no sparkle! It’s been such a treat to see how Michelle’s style has evolved over the years, and I now consider her one of the most avant-garde dressers I know. Granted, she is in the fashion industry, but Michelle does not let trends dictate what she wears. I’ve … Continue reading →

Posted in Bracelets, Designers, Earrings, Into the Jewelry Box, Musings, Necklaces, Personal Style | 4 Comments

What is Cost-per-Wear?

Posted on August 14, 2016

This graphic is inspired by one I saw on the Instagram page of Sparrow. While it certainly gave me a chuckle, it also hit very close to home. I have often found myself in this very situation while gazing at some dreamy piece of jewelry I’m just dying to take home with me. This is when it’s VERY important to remember the cost-per-wear principle. Most of my clients have internalized this concept, as I often bring it up when we’re out … Continue reading →

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Back From Vegas…

Posted on June 6, 2016

How can it be that six days in Las Vegas for Jewelry Week flew by so quickly?!? Here I sit, back in my apartment, when just a 6 hours ago I was having lunch at the Wynn with some amazing jewelry industry peeps. I will admit I got a bit teary upon take-off, seeing the Wynn and Mandalay Bay shimmering in the distance, knowing I was leaving without doing and seeing all I wanted to, which is always the case … Continue reading →

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What To Do With Rings That No Longer Fit?

Posted on May 11, 2016

Have any of you ever asked yourself this? I know I have. I’m sure the first thing that popped into your head was “have them sized!” And this certainly is a fair response. In fact, I just sent a ring back to a designer which I purchased 40 pounds ago. (I can’t wait to start wearing it again!) But while out and about recently, I came across another very clever solution. This lovely woman had strung some rings her husband … Continue reading →

Posted in Musings, Necklaces, Repurposing | 12 Comments

Keeping Your Jewelry Safe

Posted on April 24, 2016

Somehow, 4 years have passed since I wrote an article about how to keep your jewlery safe. Given that this is a very important topic, I figured it was definitely time to re-visit the subject. Guest editor, Jennifer Bressie, has some wise words for us this week: You might be surprised by the chosen topic this time, as it seems I have kind of become known as the wacky sidekick from previous posts! As a lover of jewels, I can’t … Continue reading →

Posted in Musings, Safety, Storage | 3 Comments

Jewelry Fashion Tips is 5 Years Old!

Posted on April 7, 2016

I actually had to go check my calendar, but yep…it was back on April 8, 2011, I started this blog. How can it be that five years has flown by so quickly? I thought I’d share with you how this blog ever came to be. I was dating a professional blogger, and we were driving home from dinner over in Half Moon Bay. This is how the conversation went down: Him: “I think you should start a jewelry blog. You … Continue reading →

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Selling Fine Jewelry on The RealReal

Posted on March 2, 2016

Back in May, I wrote an article about my attempts to sell jewelry which I no longer wanted. (Click here if you missed that post.) I thought I’d give you an update to let you know how it all went. I did manage to sell quite a bit of my costume jewelry on Threadflip, but that site is sadly no longer in business. (Do any of you have a lead on where to sell costume jewelry?)  The RealReal, on the other … Continue reading →

Posted in Musings, Online shopping, Repurposing | 16 Comments

What Gems Does Your Body Crave?

Posted on January 18, 2016

Call me crazy, but not a day goes without me wearing either labradorite, moonstone, quartz (rock crystal) or raw, organic colored diamonds (grey, cognac, black, etc.). Some days, I’m wearing all of them at once! But you currently can’t pay me to wear a ruby, lapis or emerald. Why is this? I’ve been thinking about it a lot. Here’s what I’ve concluded — if you really listen to your body, it will tell you what you need. These needs include … Continue reading →

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