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Lucite: Transparent, Translucent, Light
Tuesday, May 14th, 2013
by Alix Cohen on Shopping Around
Lucite jewelry is transparent (these go with simply everything) or translucent and light, perfect for heat and humidity . Current trends feature clear plastic handbags
The Year of the Snake – Jewelry
Wednesday, January 2nd, 2013
by Alix Cohen on Shopping Around
“Although there are many interpretations regarding the Year of the Snake symbol, all persons born in those years are intelligent and wise. The ancient Chinese
Trendspotting: Dramatic Cuffs
Monday, October 15th, 2012
by Alix Cohen on Shopping Around
Cuffs take the place of several bracelets, a brooch, extra rings. Less is more when pithy. An entire ensemble can focus on arm wear or
Cocktail Rings- Frivolous Dramatics
Thursday, August 16th, 2012
by Alix Cohen on Shopping Around
A Cocktail Ring is traditionally large, dramatic and worn at parties. Especially popular during Prohibition, they were meant to flaunt style in the face of
More is Always Better: Multi-Strand Necklaces
Friday, July 27th, 2012
by Alix Cohen on Shopping Around
Got my diamonds, got my yacht, got a guy I adore I’m so happy with what I got, I want more Count your blessings, one,
The “Other” Turquoise Jewelry
Sunday, July 1st, 2012
by Alix Cohen on Shopping Around
Most women associate turquoise with American Indian artisan work and/or Ralph Lauren interpretations. Its popularity, however, especially this time of year, extends widely beyond the
Trendspotting: Serpent Jewelry
Friday, June 29th, 2012
by Alix Cohen on Shopping Around
Woman is at once apple and serpent. Heinrich Heine Serpents, from the Latin serpens, serpentis, have been used in religious or mythological context since at
How Does Your Garden Grow?
Thursday, December 29th, 2011
by Alix Cohen on Shopping Around
Fashion interprets winter’s flowers in darker hues, as shapes and configurations, textures and impressions, with the occasional pastel, a hint of the spring to come.
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