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Beads of Hope® childhood cancer awareness jewelry
We love all of the amazing independent designers out there. In order to find out more about just what makes all of these creative types tick, we present to you an ongoing segment called Indie Designer Interviews.

We're pleased to introduce you to Staci Tubbs, founder of Beads of Hope(R). Stacy created this line of handmade beaded jewelry as a way to help raise awareness of childhood cancer, and at least 10% of the proceeds of every purchase goes directly toward cancer research.

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]]>Beads of HopeBeadsOfHopecancercancer awarenesscancer researchCancerAwarenessCancerResearchcharitychildhood cancerchildhood cancer curechildhood cancersChildhoodCancerChildhoodCancerCureChildhoodCancersindependent designersindependentdesignersindie designindie designer inter...indie designersIndieDesignIndieDesignerInter...IndieDesignerInterviewsIndieDesignersjewelryjewelry designersJewelryDesignersMallory Whitfield2008-07-02T20:07:00 00:00Why aren't you wearing this? Multicolored Beaded Coil Bracelethttp://www.styledash.com/2008/07/01/why-arent-you-wearing-this-multicolored-beaded-coil-bracelet/http://www.styledash.com/2008/07/01/why-arent-you-wearing-this-multicolored-beaded-coil-bracelet/http://www.styledash.com/2008/07/01/why-arent-you-wearing-this-multicolored-beaded-coil-bracelet/#commentsFiled under: , ,


As we've said a million times, the easiest way to wear a trend is to wear it as an accessory. You might not be completely comfortable wearing an entirely yellow outfit, but you might like a bright yellow purse. Or, if you're digging the safari trend but don't want to look like you just got back from one, the right belt or hat can give you the look you want without quite as much commitment.

Gallery: Why aren't you wearing this?

Over The Knee Argyle SocksMulticolored Beaded Coil BraceletReese Li 'Lexington' Diaper BagReese Li 'Lexington' Diaper Bag (inside)Yummi Glass Pansy Necklace

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]]>accessoriesbeadedbraceletcoilcolorethnicjcpenneyjewelrytribalKristen Seymour2008-07-01T14:53:00 00:00Indie Designer Interviews: AngieShel Designshttp://www.styledash.com/2008/06/30/indie-designer-interviews-angieshel-designs/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/30/indie-designer-interviews-angieshel-designs/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/30/indie-designer-interviews-angieshel-designs/#commentsFiled under: , ,


We love all of the amazing independent designers out there. In order to find out more about just what makes all of these creative types tick, we present to you an ongoing segment called Indie Designer Interviews.

Today's interview is with sisters Angela and Shelley who design jewelry together under the name AngieShel Designs.

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]]>AngieShel DesignsAngieshelDesignsindependent designersindependentdesignersindie designerindie designer inter...indie designersIndieDesignerIndieDesignerInter...IndieDesignerInterviewsIndieDesignersjewelryjewelry designersJewelryDesignersMallory Whitfield2008-06-30T07:12:00 00:00Why aren't you wearing this? Yummi Glass Pansy Necklacehttp://www.styledash.com/2008/06/28/why-arent-you-wearing-this-yummi-glass-pansy-necklace/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/28/why-arent-you-wearing-this-yummi-glass-pansy-necklace/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/28/why-arent-you-wearing-this-yummi-glass-pansy-necklace/#commentsFiled under: , ,


Some of the best accessories in the world are based on elements of nature. And, especially in the summer, we're rather partial to floral accessories, especially when they have a bold, funky edge to them.

Gallery: Why aren't you wearing this?

Over The Knee Argyle SocksMulticolored Beaded Coil BraceletReese Li 'Lexington' Diaper BagReese Li 'Lexington' Diaper Bag (inside)Yummi Glass Pansy Necklace

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]]>accessoriesblissfloralflowerglassjewelrynecklacepansypendantyummiKristen Seymour2008-06-28T15:53:00 00:00Steampunk jewelry by Rivkasmom blends the future and the pasthttp://www.styledash.com/2008/06/26/steampunk-jewelry-by-rivkasmom-blends-the-future-and-the-past/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/26/steampunk-jewelry-by-rivkasmom-blends-the-future-and-the-past/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/26/steampunk-jewelry-by-rivkasmom-blends-the-future-and-the-past/#commentsFiled under: , , , , ,


Steampunk is a counter-intuitive sci-fi concept. It's about the future, but set in the past, usually Victorian era England. The technology is pre-digital and steam-powered, but it's also quite modern and computer-driven. Analog computers, that is, that float over cities on dirigibles. See? Confusing. Let's stick to the aesthetics of it.

If you enjoyed the look of City of Lost Children, Van Helsing, Howl's Moving Castle or Lemony Snicket, then you like steampunk. One of the most distinctive visual characteristics is a quasi-Victorian mechanism, with lots of polished brass and clockworks.

Gallery: Steampunk jewelry from Rivkasmom

Steampunk Necklace - The Dragon's LairSteampunk Necklace - Brass Gear Pendant on Vintage ChainSteampunk Winged Tie BarSteampunk Cuffless CufflinksSteampunk Brooch Pin - Gibson Girl with Roses


Interested? Well, before you pull out the superglue and renovate your laptop, start by decorating yourself with some mechanically beautiful necklaces, cufflinks, earrings and brooches from Rivkasmom on Etsy. They really capture the essence of steampunk, with clocks, trains, balloons, and so much shiny brass! The items are all handmade, original designs, and one of a kind, so if you see something you like in the gallery, rush over to Etsy before some steampunk beats you to it!
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]]>analogballoonsbroochescity of lost childrenCityOfLostChildrenclockscufflinksdirigiblesearringseraetsyhowls moving castleHowlsMovingCastlelemony snicketLemonySnicketnecklacespolished brassPolishedBrasspre-digitalrivkasmomsteam poweredSteamPoweredsteampunktechnologytrainsvan helsingVanHelsingvictorianCat Lincoln2008-06-26T13:38:00 00:00Any excuse for a new ringhttp://www.styledash.com/2008/06/25/any-excuse-for-a-new-ring/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/25/any-excuse-for-a-new-ring/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/25/any-excuse-for-a-new-ring/#commentsFiled under: , , ,


Lately we've been hearing about "commitment" or "promise" rings for people who want an indication of how serious their relationship is, but don't want to go all diamonds and white taffeta.

This post at Refinery29 is a good example of how people are looking for more creative styles. We've always loved those Zoe Chicco stackable rings, and this pink tourmaline ring by Rajiv Arora would make us say yes in a heartbeat.

Angelina's nutty Gara Danielle snake ring jumps to mind. Even if she doesn't wear it as a commitment ring, she should. Although, knowing Pitt and Jolie, they'll more likely to get rings tattoo'd on like Beyonce and Jay-Z.

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We all have The One That Got Away. That one piece that, if only you'd had the cash on hand, if only you'd bugged your mom a little more, if only your Visa wasn't maxed out, would have made your wardrobe -- nay, your life -- complete. Ours was a swimsuit we found at Goody's (!!!) in the 7th grade. That is, until we went to Urban Outfitters one fateful day a couple years ago and stumbled on a tiny watch on a long silver chain, like a miniature stopwatch, with a blue and pink cloisonne top. Suddenly, we were in love.

We love funky necklaces here at Styledash, but the Charming Tiny Clock necklace available on Urban's website for $28 is probably the closest reincarnation to that cloisonne miracle.....at least, that we can afford. (We're looking at you, Marc Jacobs.) Here's hoping this one doesn't get away from us before we can save our poor-kid pennies for it.
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]]>jewelrynecklacependantsilverwatchLauren Perdue2008-06-24T17:54:00 00:00Why aren't you wearing this? Emerald Broochhttp://www.styledash.com/2008/06/24/why-arent-you-wearing-this-emerald-brooch/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/24/why-arent-you-wearing-this-emerald-brooch/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/24/why-arent-you-wearing-this-emerald-brooch/#commentsFiled under: , ,


You know that tank top or tee that's in your closet -- the one that's a pretty color, but just kind of plain? You probably try to liven it up with necklaces or by layering it with other tops, and that's great. However, don't underestimate the power of a really pretty brooch.

On a tank, if the straps are the right width, you can scrunch up one side and close the brooch around it to give your neckline a bit of an asymmetrical feel. Or, if you have a V neck tee, place the brooch at the bottom of the V to add some punch.

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]]>accentaccessoriesblingbroochemeraldforever 21Forever21jewelrypinKristen Seymour2008-06-24T11:29:00 00:00Lauren Conrad, now making over-priced accessorieshttp://www.styledash.com/2008/06/22/lauren-conrad-now-making-over-priced-accessories/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/22/lauren-conrad-now-making-over-priced-accessories/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/22/lauren-conrad-now-making-over-priced-accessories/#commentsFiled under: ,


Much like teen internet sensation Cory Kennedy and Manchester supermodel Agyness Deyn, you can't knock the hustle of Lauren Conrad.

Love them or hate them, these women have drive.

While she lacks any type of design ability and always presents herself as a spoiled self-entitled brat on her show The Hils, Lauren must be commended on her entrepreneurial skills.

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]]>accessorieshandbagsjewelrylauren conradLaurenConradnecklacesnylon magazineNylonMagazineover-pricedTiffany Neal2008-06-22T12:08:00 00:00Why aren't you wearing this? Tanya Moss Sterling Silver Bracelethttp://www.styledash.com/2008/06/20/why-arent-you-wearing-this-tanya-moss-sterling-silver-bracelet/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/20/why-arent-you-wearing-this-tanya-moss-sterling-silver-bracelet/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/20/why-arent-you-wearing-this-tanya-moss-sterling-silver-bracelet/#commentsFiled under: , ,


You know what we love about wearing jewelry? You know, besides the fact that it's pretty? We love that it's flexible. A super sparkly necklace, retro, dangly earrings, and an edgy, chunky bracelet can all make a statement, and you can change up your entire look just by adding those items.

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Over The Knee Argyle SocksMulticolored Beaded Coil BraceletReese Li 'Lexington' Diaper BagReese Li 'Lexington' Diaper Bag (inside)Yummi Glass Pansy Necklace

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]]>accessoriesbraceletjewelrymetaltanya mossTanyaMossKristen Seymour2008-06-20T14:04:00 00:00Urban Outfitters and Erickson Beamon, making sweet jewelry togetherhttp://www.styledash.com/2008/06/19/urban-outfitters-and-erickson-beamon-making-sweet-jewelry-toget/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/19/urban-outfitters-and-erickson-beamon-making-sweet-jewelry-toget/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/19/urban-outfitters-and-erickson-beamon-making-sweet-jewelry-toget/#commentsFiled under: ,


As our mothers would say to us when we would get into fights with our siblings: "Do unto others as you would like done to yourself."

Staying true to this life mantra, Urban Outfitters has announced it will be partnering with jeweler Erickson Beamon for an exclusive collection the will be sold in its UK stores -- much like the diffusion line Bee 23, Anna Sheffield's more affordable collection of downtown cool metal earrings and necklaces that will make their grand debut stateside this fall.

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]]>bee 23Bee23erickson beamonEricksonBeamonjewelryurban outfittersUrbanOutfittersvogue ukVogueUkTiffany Neal2008-06-19T12:30:00 00:00The Delfina Deletrezz eye is in the hand of the beholderhttp://www.styledash.com/2008/06/19/the-delfina-deletrezz-eye-is-in-the-hand-of-the-beholder/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/19/the-delfina-deletrezz-eye-is-in-the-hand-of-the-beholder/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/19/the-delfina-deletrezz-eye-is-in-the-hand-of-the-beholder/#commentsFiled under: , ,


While trolling through the Style.com fall 2008 accessory report (yes, already) we stumbled on this wacky silver, enamel and Murano glass ring by designer Delfina Deletrezz. It was love at first sight!

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]]>accessory reportAccessoryReportbraceletcreepydelfina deletrezzDelfinaDeletrezzdesignerearringsenamelengagement ringEngagementRingeyesfall 2008Fall2008fendifrog princeFrogPrincegothmurano glassMuranoGlassnecklacenineteen year oldNineteenYearOldringsilverskullsstyle.comCat Lincoln2008-06-19T10:29:00 00:00Azature jewelry is neo-fiercehttp://www.styledash.com/2008/06/18/azature-is-neo-fierce/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/18/azature-is-neo-fierce/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/18/azature-is-neo-fierce/#commentsFiled under: , ,


Remember how we talked about black diamonds and how they might be from outer space?

Well, we found more of them! Read on about the jewelry maker Project Runway's Tim Gunn and Russell Simmons gave a Parsons/Phat farm design award!

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]]>azatureblack diamondsfiercejewelryMatrixProject RunwayAnnie Scott2008-06-18T15:00:00 00:00Creepy cool Lady Grey Jewelryhttp://www.styledash.com/2008/06/18/creepy-cool-lady-grey-jewelry/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/18/creepy-cool-lady-grey-jewelry/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/18/creepy-cool-lady-grey-jewelry/#commentsFiled under: , , ,


What do you get when you mix a background in dental work with art school metals training? Well, when you multiply that interesting mix by two, the result is the just-this-side of macabre Lady Grey Jewelry.

Jill Martinelli and Sabine Le Guyader are the Mass Art-trained designers behind this bone/wood/icon obsessed line of necklaces, bracelets, rings and wearable objects. They work out of a studio in Brooklyn and as their totally cool site puts it, are "inspired by objects of decay -- such as teeth, branches and bones."

Gallery: Lady Grey Jewelry

Honey Locust Thorn necklaceDrop Quartz NecklaceBone BanglesGraphic Quartz NecklacesOrganic bangles


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We love all of the amazing independent designers out there. In order to find out more about just what makes all of these creative types tick, we present to you an ongoing segment called Indie Designer Interviews.

Today's interview is with Kristy Lee, designer of vintage-inspired hand-beaded costume jewelry. Check out her website for fantastic vintage jewelry finds in addition to her own original designs.

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]]>beaded jewelryBeadedJewelrycostume jewelryCostumeJewelryindependent designersindependentdesignersindie designersindiedesignerindiedesignerintervi...IndieDesignerInterviewsindiedesignersjewelryjewelry designersJewelryDesignersKristy LeeKristy Lee JewelryKristyLeeKristyLeeJewelryvintagevintage jewelryVintageJewelryMallory Whitfield2008-06-17T11:11:00 00:00Nerd jewelry: the comma necklacehttp://www.styledash.com/2008/06/17/nerd-jewelry-the-comma-necklace/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/17/nerd-jewelry-the-comma-necklace/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/17/nerd-jewelry-the-comma-necklace/#commentsFiled under: ,

Great news for fans of punctuation! It seems that all kinds of nerdy symbols -- no matter how esoteric or boring -- are being immortalized in the form of novelty jewelry these days. We don't know why, but we think it has something to do with the fact that people want their jewelry to mean something. For scientists: it's periodic table rings, for computer geeks: Kenneth Cole emoticon cuff links, for bloggers: the comma necklace. It's nice to finally see the short pause getting some respect.

It's hard to imagine very many people wanting a comma pendant, and that's probably why it seems cool to the tiny percentage of people who identify with punctuation marks. The comma pendant is cool in theory, but really, we're bigger fans of the Em dash. Anyhow, it's not exactly the most fashionable piece we've seen lately, but it's semi-meaningful. Maybe it'd be a good gift for an English teacher. At least it's small enough to be subtle.

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]]>bloggercommaEm dashEmDashjewelrynecklacenoveltypendantteacherswritersJosh Loposer2008-06-17T09:20:00 00:00Why aren't you wearing this? Beaded Paisley Necklacehttp://www.styledash.com/2008/06/15/why-arent-you-wearing-this-beaded-paisley-necklace/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/15/why-arent-you-wearing-this-beaded-paisley-necklace/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/15/why-arent-you-wearing-this-beaded-paisley-necklace/#commentsFiled under: , ,


We love the preppy look. However, it's one of those things that's easy to do full-out, but sometimes a little harder to pull off in a more subtle fashion. Most items are either preppy or they're not. End of story.

Gallery: Why aren't you wearing this?

Over The Knee Argyle SocksMulticolored Beaded Coil BraceletReese Li 'Lexington' Diaper BagReese Li 'Lexington' Diaper Bag (inside)Yummi Glass Pansy Necklace

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]]>accessoriesbeadsj crewJCrewjewelrynecklacepaisleypreppyKristen Seymour2008-06-15T16:35:00 00:00Why aren't you wearing this? Glitter Retro Hoopshttp://www.styledash.com/2008/06/13/why-arent-you-wearing-this-glitter-retro-hoops/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/13/why-arent-you-wearing-this-glitter-retro-hoops/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/13/why-arent-you-wearing-this-glitter-retro-hoops/#commentsFiled under: , ,


It's Friday night and you're looking for the perfect outfit. The only thing clean and unwrinkled is your trusty black dress, and you have some cute shoes, but it just seems a little boring -- you want to stand out. And, as we're sure you know, the easiest way to make that happen is by adding some fierce accessories.

Gallery: Why aren't you wearing this?

Over The Knee Argyle SocksMulticolored Beaded Coil BraceletReese Li 'Lexington' Diaper BagReese Li 'Lexington' Diaper Bag (inside)Yummi Glass Pansy Necklace

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]]>60saccessoriesdiscoearringsglittergoldjewelrymetallicretrosixtieswhy arent you wearing thisWhyArentYouWearingThisKristen Seymour2008-06-13T15:56:00 00:00Indie Designer Interviews: Anna Sofia Designshttp://www.styledash.com/2008/06/12/indie-designer-interviews-anna-sofia-designs/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/12/indie-designer-interviews-anna-sofia-designs/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/12/indie-designer-interviews-anna-sofia-designs/#commentsFiled under: , , ,

Anna Sofia Designs handcrafted glazed paper jewelry
We love all of the amazing independent designers out there. In order to find out more about just what makes all of these creative types tick, we present to you an ongoing segment called Indie Designer Interviews.

Today's interview is with Anna Sofia Poirier, creator of chic, handcrafted glazed paper jewelry. If you like Asian inspired prints and bold, funky jewelry that really makes a statement, her one of a kind creations will be right up your alley.

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]]>Anna SofiaAnna Sofia DesignsAnnaSofiaAnnaSofiaDesignsAsian inspiredAsianInspiredcolorfulcolorful jewelryColorfulJewelryhandmadehandmade jewelryHandmadeJewelryindie designindie designerindie designer inter...indie designersIndieDesignIndieDesignerIndieDesignerInter...IndieDesignerInterviewsIndieDesignersjapaneseJapanese inspiredJapaneseInspiredjewelryjewelry designersjewelry-makingJewelryDesignersorigamiorigami paperOrigamiPaperpaper jewelryPaperJewelryMallory Whitfield2008-06-12T09:22:00 00:00Why aren't you wearing this? Andrew Hamilton Shoe Necklacehttp://www.styledash.com/2008/06/11/why-arent-you-wearing-this-andrew-hamilton-shoe-necklace/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/11/why-arent-you-wearing-this-andrew-hamilton-shoe-necklace/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/11/why-arent-you-wearing-this-andrew-hamilton-shoe-necklace/#commentsFiled under: ,


There are times when it's simply not practical to wear a high heel. But, for some of these events, you don't want to give the impression that you don't care about high heels -- maybe you're actually a stiletto girl, but for whatever reason aren't wearing them. No worries! You can still be a stiletto girl, even if you don't have them on your feet.

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