Color Craze: Turquoise and Chocolate

Images: (top left, clockwise) Moroccan Dunes Necklace, Fabric, Leather Street Bags, Bedding. Cupcakes

The deliciousness of my latest Color Craze is quite evident, I think. Turquoise and Chocolate are a combo that evoke icy cool, rich warmth and syrupy sweet sentiments all at once. It's a color duo that works well in your wardrobe for all seasons and who can't appreciate a colorful baked good for a tasty treat. 

I've used smooth, stabilized Turquoise and dark brown Tiger-eye gemstones in many of my jewelry designs because the combo looks fabulous on almost any skin tone plus it's perfect for accessorizing a look in the same color family as well as neutrals like white, beige and gold. The Turquoise and Chocolate style board below is a great Summer look for weekend shopping or dinner at an outdoor bistro. The Moroccan Dunes Necklace and Burnished Sizzle Earrings add a chic factor!

Images:  (top left, clockwise) Brown Straw Hat from Madges Hat Box, Moroccan Dunes Necklace. 
Tory Burch Gold Straw Tote, Sandals, Delia's Nail Polish, Asos Sunglasses, 
Burnished Sizzle Earrings, Cecelia Prado Dress

Philadelphia Freedom

The City of Brotherly Love is where I will call home beginning in September 2013. The JulRe Designs Studio has moved from our beloved Jersey City, NJ where the jewelry magic all began to our new love, Center City Philadelphia, PA. I've been coming to this great place for many years to co-host private jewelry trunk shows and work with custom design clients.  I've been a huge fan of Philly fashion, with its effortless style and easy blend of comfort with just the right amount of glam.

This summer on the streets of funky Northern Liberties to swanky Rittenhouse Square, I've been seeing layered, lightweight tank tops, flashes of neon and fashionable flats. My style board (above) highlights some of my favorite looks plus I've added a few must-have accessories including bangle bracelets from Gemmy Jewels on eBay and stiletto earrings from my recently relaunched shop on Etsy. Pretty fashions for Philly and beyond!

Pin the Arm Candy on Pinterest Giveaway! - CLOSED

Congratulations to our winner, Kim D.! 

CALLING ALL PINTEREST JEWELRY ADDICTS: You'll love our latest giveaway! To help us celebrate the launch of our Gemmy Jewels Summer Collection on eBay on June 18, go crazy on my Arm Candy board. Feel free to "pin" away for a chance to win some cool and colorful bangle bracelets! (Be sure to read the complete details, including the Terms and Conditions below before entering. Contest ends June 18, 2013.)

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The Avant Garde Bride

Image Credits: top left, clockwise - Maggie Sottero gown, Calligraphy Wedding Invitations, JulRe Designs Custom Earrings,  Black Lace Wedding Cake, Red Rose Bouquet, Jimmy Choo Sandals

The bride who is anything but traditional or classic. The one where convention plays no role in her everyday life. The woman who takes pride in being unique - that's The Avant Garde Bride. Her style is eclectic. She wants that extra special gasp and desires to leave a lasting impact when she walks down the aisle. I love designing jewelry for her because she's full of unusual, sometimes over-the-top ideas. I'm fortunate enough to be working with a few for the Fall/Winter 2013 season and it's always a wonderful opportunity to try some things that aren't particularly practical but tremendous fun to collaborate on. That's one of the pleasure of creating something for this ultra original woman.

The black and white color palette with a pop of vibrant, true red shown in the inspiration board above is a wonderful way to show off your originality on your wedding day. Having your bridal jewelry custom designed especially for you is a surefire way to assure you have a one-of-a-kind look for your extra special day.