I first spotted Madame Fortuna’s “Relic” line at a great little shop called Sleep in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, and immediately asked the sales lady who designed them. All the Relics are delicate hand-blown glass globes that contain a meaningful object - a Victorian die-cut, a petit-point rose, a scoop of red soil or yellow coral, or my favorite, an exquisite little feather from a robin, peacock, or cardinal.

The prefab pieces are seriously breathtaking, but Madame Fortuna will also custom-make a Relic from the tiny object of your choice - putting an elegant new spin on the time capsule. It’s early to start thinking about Valentine’s Day and all, but I can tell you now that no woman on earth can resist a personalized memento housed in a pretty little sphere - as long as it’s in good taste, of course (hint: not her medication).

From $175 at Etsy.

 

Graphic designer by day, Irina Blok loves ‘blocks’ and she uses blocks for her hand made jewelry available at her website ilove blocks. Here is a few of her bracelets and necklaces: This one above is a power bracelet made from non-toxic shrink plastic coated with polish to make it durable. It’s then connected with sterling silver rings and a toggle clasp. A simple and yet sophisticated bracelet. $30.00. Inspired by the concept of life cycle “even a perfect flower loses petals from time to time.” The failing petal bracelet (not pictured) is hand-made from non-toxic shrink plastic coated with polish for durability. 

 

Irina also makes necklaces, like this Butterfly necklace (above) which is inspired by, “capturing a fleeting moment in time. it’s the moment when future becomes past, essentially every moment of our lives.” the necklace is hand-made  from non-toxic shrink  plastic coated with polish for durability. The cord is made from silk, and features a sterling silver clasp.

Shipping is $5.95 for each item, and any additional items ship free. also included in the order is a free gift box in which the item(s) arrive in. please allow 3 day shipping (via) 

As a self-taught jewelry designer, Rachel Dooley is making a case for herself in the world of green jewelry—and it has nothing to do with her successful career as a lawyer. She’s unleashing her creative side with a dazzling collection of gems and precious metals, ensuring women the world over can deck themselves out in natural stones and creative metal sculptures that have made the Gemma Redux line famous. From knotted metal earrings to golden lariate necklaces, this jewelry maven gets busy sculpting a unique collection each season—and proving that pursuing your passion is just as important as a career. We found her testimony to all things green on ThisNext, and caught up with her for a Q&A briefing:

TN: How did you get into jewelry, versus clothing in general?
RD: It was a totally selfish move. I could not find jewelry that I loved to wear all the time so I was trying to fill that void in my wardrobe. I still make clothes for myself and my girls, but for now that is a personal project.

TN: How long have you been designing? What’s your career background?
RD: I have been designing since I was about 4, honestly – I was always the girl selling lanyard bracelets and beaded necklaces at our neighborhood pool. Gemma Redux has been in the works for about two and a half years. I’m also a lawyer – jewelry design has long been a creative outlet for me.

...continued: Who is Rachel Dooley?

I prance in heels less for femme vanity in my legs and more out of a masculine hunger to stand as tall as possible.

Hate email only wrinkles my brow if it’s a sign of dropping readership—though numbers usually say it’s sign of the opposite.

I get all doe-eyed at Jay-Z’s chorus of “cash, money, hoes;” last Browning asked me “How do I love thee?” I closed her book in high school English class

So if you want to send your K roses, Renato Cipullo’s flower cuff—all carefully constructed in cool silver—is about as flowery as I get. 

Kinda chaos strung together and polished — This Magpie ring vibes just like Mom.

Because despite all the little rocks her life, every episode clustered together makes for a gorgeous little nugget of wisdom that’s crystal-clearly helped you navigate the world. 

Filled with semi-precious knowledge from your girl, gift her back with this ring.  Like Mom preached, giving thanks’ll come back to you— Because you know this ring is totally not her thing and you can borrow it indefinitely a week after this Sunday. 

Two coats of midnight mascara instead of three, swapping a modern mod polyblend for a chiffon flapper frock, rocking four-inch espadrilles in place of plastic platforms, making sure the soy’s organic in her latte, and a patterned wood ring laced with smart lines of gold is as close as your K gets to natural.

A subtly textured wood in a most minimalist shape is somehow city-sleeker than large Lucite lazing on your digits, its rings of gold more glammy than real rings of gold, and —

I think it’ll catch the attention of gorgeous granola guy at Whole Foods. 

Three butterflies appearing together is supposed to bring you bad luck - so make sure to keep these three pieces of butterfly-bedecked jewelry separate, at least on Friday the 13th. To pretty up your hands: a pure bronzed brass cocktail ring from 1ofmykind, who prides herself on keeping her “goddesses and beloved knights” in medieval-inspired jewelry. (Check her Etsy shop for the Peacock Tales earrings, with their antique Czechoslovakian golden topaz crystals.) For your exquisite ears, a pair of gold-tone butterfly filigree earrings. And to grace your neck, Lilia Jewelry’s butterfly necklace. The gold-filled chain carries a brass butterfly filigree and gorgeous garnet and calcite, all the better to lure a little good fortune your way.

Because even though it’s shaped as an empty Easter bunny, you don’t do chocolate, unless it’s Belgian and carb-free

Because last time you tried to rock rosary beads — as equal parts an ode to “Like a Virgin” Madonna and a conversation piece with that squeaky clean choir boy — your mom crossed herself in front of you.

Because you never understood why Easter is one heavy day outside of the year instead of a spiritual choice every hour inside your day, you’re digging this Juicy Couture bunny charm —

Unlike that one-Sunday-out-of-your-lifetime lacy white frock more frothy than your vanilla soy latte, you can wear this bunny every day.

You could vibe St. Patty’s Day delight a la an apple croco clutch, a little green dress, or a pistachio pair of pumps, or you should style more sutbly, more truly spring green —

Check this Juicy Couture “Charmed I’m Sure” bracelet watch.

A fiver ought cover the beautiful bartender’s tip, a shiny horseshoe’ll help you hail a cab in seconds, a four leaf clover’s deep green might make you remember the exact shade you’d rather not your face not turn, a red die marks your gamble you can sip another crème de menthe martini,, and —

A pretty petite watch face winks at you, a dainty reminder with early daylight savings you’ve an extra hour to play.

[Via SheFinds]

If you luck out, a little leprechaun and four-leaf clover might make some luck during your March madness.

So why not transform your maybe might to a magical one — instead of weak wishing, move through life with might, be a brave lion and for sure open opportunity on your own.

Check this heraldry claddagh ring, a piece of Celtic jewelry bolder than the usual  soft vines winding round a ring: two solid gold hands hold what ought to be your shield, what’s sure to deflect bad luck —

A shining crown you’ve earned, capping a lion with fighting pride.

Hand the lion a soy latte and put it in some platform Loubies, and you’ve your K’s daily ideal. 

“Subtler than gold and warmer than silver…” writes Candy Pratts Price of Style.com.

Let your K guess.

Neon pink? Or -

“Copper is the season’s essential metal,” writes Candy Pratts Price.

...continued: It's All About the Pennies

Whether you’re a guy or doll, almost every lady you know

- the mom, the grandma, the girlfriend, the girl (space) friend, the sister, the sister-in-law -

Would probably prefer jewelry to a jewelry box.

But I get that you’d prefer to skip out on figuring ring sizes, sorting Swarovski crystals from rhinestones, knowing white gold from platinum.

So gift your her a jewelry box, and know no fuss.

...continued: Jewelry Boxing

The dollar’s going down - time to return to the gold standard, or -

Invest in the less obviously luxe precious metal, silver. 

A little lady  named Tiffany def helped make steriling silver more than just the stuff of a cheap date. Check the high design of Tiffany & Co. Frank Gehry Designs silver bracelet. “Tiffany & Co. Frank Gehry,” says Laura Sweet. “Need I say more?”

Nope, I’m totally with you, doll. 

...continued: Ooh La Love: Sterling

If diamonds Swarovski crystals are a girl’s BFF, pearls are a lady’s love: pearls are timeless chic, pearls are subtle glow -

Pearls are hot, when rocked right with a very little black dress and skyscraper heels.

...continued: Pearls Are a Lady's Love

Classic with its eyes on trend, carrying a flawlessly ladlylike reputation, Swarovski crystals are your perfect cocktail party companion.

“Swarovski never fails to disappoint me – the jewelers of this established name that has become synonymous with crystal manage to stay fashion forward – and I couldn’t be more grateful,” says Fiery Eyed. “They continue to ever so gently push the envelope – their pieces are becoming a bit avant garde without ever losing the quintessential stamp of classic good taste – and this piece? What more to say than what is better than jewels dripping off of your arm?”

...continued: Swarovski Crystals Are a Girl's BFF

I’ve not a problem with the McFashion of the world, but it’s always fresh to see truly independent designers, tagged “independent” as much for their aesthetic as knowing their moving, growing, supporting themselves financially.

When I first started writing for Trunkt - check this Magpie rose quartz cocktail ring from their store - , it seemed they were some of the first to realize the appeal of independent designers as an alternative to mass-marketed, everyone and their mother materialism, and not simply “alternative.”

...continued: Ooh La Love: Independent Fashion

More than star stylist Rachel Zoe nearly single-handedly making eating disorders the talk of glossy magazines, and boho more than that thing Kate Moss had been doing, Zoe turned vintage fashion from Sex & the City Carrie quirky to poptart hip.

I’ve always loved pinches of vintage as a way to keep a wardrobe fingerprint unique; using “vintage nick-nacks and findings [can] make each piece [of clothing] its own,” says vintage boutique Decades Inc, describing a necklace by Second Coming Design.

...continued: Ooh La Love: Fresh Vintage

Casserole of my Life is a “sweet, sour, bitter, spicy” blog about a young mom and her family…and the beautiful things she finds in life, including this gorgeous handmade jewelry by Suz. “My friend has a very fine eye for details and most of her pieces are rather interesting,” sesame says. “They’re not the usual faux baubles because these are all semi-precious stones set in sterling silver or 14K gold-filled chains. “

Says jewelry blog Nersel:

“One of the new trends in jewelry is the Right Hand Ring. Is it just a marketing gimmick by jewelry companies or is it celebration of the independent career woman with good income to afford a nice diamond or gemstone ring for her right hand?

No matter what the purpose is, it is the hottest trend now. “

… And some support to study up on diamonds. Check out Nersel for more about gems and trends. Nersel’s jewelry blog is a perfect reminder why we love bloggers as shopcasters - they keep you posted on trends, cut through marketing hype, and know their ish.

They have a post full of imagery from the HOON Jewelry line over at SlamXHype today, fancy bling-ed out gold and silver pieces inspired by boomboxes, turntables and more. Sleek street jewelry. Nice find, nice packaging, could make for some fun gifting.