If so, it’s easy to win! You have until Sunday, May 15th, to be entered to win by (1) telling us your one summer must-have item, and (2) “liking” Blueprint for Style on FaceBook and leaving the comment “I want the Peace bracelet by Mauboussin” . But wait! You can get an extra chance to win if you “like” Mauboussin on FaceBook….so two chances to win the Bracelet de la Paix (it has Peace in 10 different lauguages). Read more if you’d
The house of Mauboussin was created in 1827 in Paris, by M. Rocher, in collaboration of Jean-Baptiste Noury. Specializing in high-end jewelry for decades, it has gained recognition and multiple prizes throughout the years. The focal point of Mauboussin is to share emotions with its clients….to place luxury where it belongs: in the street! They….want to offer a choice of creative pieces, renewed, accessible and of high quality, because that’s exactly what luxury is! Across the next two weeks, Blueprint for
This jewelry is one of its kind…for its creativity and vintage feel not to mention the distinctive design. The designer, Lulu Frost, is no stranger to old world charm, thus no surprise that these earrings are a fabulosu tribute to vintage style, femininity and contemporary design. These Art Deco Earrings #18 are approximately 1 inch wide and 2.5 inches long – – – perfect to dress up or to show off everyday with your power suit!
Last Friday ended our charm bracelet giveaway done in conjunction with Monet Jewelry. We were giving away 10 charm bracelets along with an initial charm and a blue stone charm…..the winners are: Cindy C. Maha Claire K. Colleen C. Eileen Kathy J. Shannon Misty Rnett Stacey S. Look for an email in your inbox with details on how to claim your fabulous bling!
In conjunction with Monet Jewelry, Blueprint for Style is sponsoring a giveaway worth over $1000! Across the next two weeks, March 4-18, we’ll be giving away a silver charm bracelet and starting it off with an initial charm and a “blue” charm as well! To be one of 10 winners, simply: “Like” Monet Jewelry on FaceBook, Subscribe to Blueprint for Style, and Leave a comment on this post! So easy …. and this cute bracelet with 2 charms could be all yours! Take a
Ellette bracelet at Dannijo: made of resin, $75. Perfect to stack with other bracelets or by itelf with camel-colored chic!
David Yurman came to be as a result of presenting his then girlfriend, Sybil, with a love token that she, in turn, essentially sold off her wrist to a gallery owner back in the 70s! Since then, Yurman estimates that more then 300,000 customers have purchased one (or more) of his cable pieces. Of the hundreds of thousands of pieces that are sold, roughly half are cable bracelets! Yurman has experimented with metal treatments, retooled lines to include diamonds, and
Every lady needs a little bling for the upcoming Holiday season. While I’m sure the significant other or partner in your life is shopping around for just the right piece, you can take matters into your own hands with the help of ShopNBC. In this time of immediacy and social networking, Blueprint for Style believes in making the net-work… I’m talking about the social media network. Visit the ShopNBC FaceBook page, check out ShopNBC on Twitter, or even watch ShopNBC on YouTube. It’s one
Stella & Dot makes fashion, fun and affordable costume jewelry that is everything today’s cost-yet-style-conscious woman is about. Today thru Thursday, we’re giving away a Clover Single Wrap Leather Bracelet ($39) – it comes in teal, purple or metallic. Want it? It’s easy – just “like” Moya’s Stella & Dot FaceBook Fan Page, and leave a comment that says Blueprint for Style sent you and your favorite Stella & Dot piece. The winner will be announced on Friday……good luck!
Blueprint for Style is featuring two necklaces deeply discounted this week!
I had the opportunity to meet and chat with a fabulous woman while ‘doin the dirty’ (aka shopping) at Aprés Peau a couple of weeks ago. The jewelry designer, Ruth Barzel, uses what she sees everyday in magazine, on the streets and on the internet to find inspiration for her pieces. She’s been doing this for years now, but still exclaimed “Score!” when she secured her first client! We chatted for a bit and here’s what she had to say…that
Ok so I’m cheating a little bit but I happened upon this cuff bracelet and it was everything that statement jewelry should be so although I already had the Shell-Print Dress from Michael Kors as the Item of the Week….I wanted to share! Rome Cuff ($215): made of turquoise resin beads, looped antique gold bugles, smoky crystals, pewter and gold seed beads, and gunmetal bugles. Backed in black leather with adjustable hook and eye closure (click the pics)
Statement necklaces: they can dress up a t-shirt or finish a more formal outfit (Blueprint rec: Sequin multistrand pearl necklace, $105…versatile, adaptable, fun) Large earrings: they help to “frame” the face and look great with long hair, up or down, as well as a short do (Blueprint rec: Gemma Redux pyrite Dina earrings, $245…glamorous, statement-making, vintage) Cuff bracelet: while it can be worn everyday, it adds an element of sophisticated edge that every stylish woman should have (Blueprint rec: GS
Contest: simply post a comment to the Blueprint for Style site and follow Yazberry Fashion on twitter! Prize: copper-colored, Japanese-inspired umbrella leather cuff Value: $68 Winner: Katie Stime of Minnesota!! [Apologies for the multiple posts without the winner being announced…sometimes technology just moves too fast!]
Virginia’s Yazberry Fashion is edgy yet chic, and new and fresh yet with an eye toward vintage so, it makes perfect sense to partner! To help keep our readers stylish, we’re giving away this beautiful copper-colored Japanese umbrella leather cuff by Yazberry Fashion. To enter the giveaway, just (1) post a comment on the Blueprint for Style blog and (2) follow Yazberry Fashion on twitter. It’s that simple!! And because we’re not total ‘sticks in the mud’, you can get an additional
Contest: (1) registering on the Crazy Hot Clothes website and (2) answering the question, “What was Alexander McQueen’s full name and how young was he at his passing?“. additional entry and increase your odds of winning by (a) following Blueprint for Style and Crazy Hot Clothes on twitter, and another entry by (b) following Blueprint for Style and Crazy Hot Clothes on Facebook! Dates: Mar. 8th – Mar. 12th Prize: Gold vintage multi-strand necklace (sponsored by Crazy Hot Clothes) Winner: Kimberly C!!
Yep, Crazy Hot Clothes is a website dedicated to fun, haute designer and vintage clothing for ladies. Every item is hand-picked and and items are added regularly. I happen to love this site…..and not just because I scooped a vintage metallic clutch for under $20! Since the site is “fire”, Blueprint for Style decided to partner with Crazy Hot Clothes to do a giveaway!! Starting today thru Friday at 2pm EST, you can be entered to win this vintage multi-strand gold
We’re all sick of winter — it’s been long, relatively unmanageable, and downright obnoxious! To welcome in spring properly, let’s add a few items to our wardrobe that won’t soon be replace like this vintage Whiting & Davis snake belt necklace ($104). While I am not a fan or frequent peruser of eBay, this is where you’ll need to go to find this piece. But, with this necklace that has an adjustable clasp and malleability, it’s a terrific conversation piece.
This vintage Jody Vialy turquoise dome cuff is the ultimate hauteness! Its gold plated and has stretch to accommodate a larger wrist [measurements: 2.75 inches (w) x 11.5 inches (l) x 9 inches (interior circumference)]. Priced at $300 – this represents a lose for Portero but an absolute win for the buyer. LOVE it!
This necklace by Fallon is Laura Ashley meets Cindy Lauper….and we love it! The pearls, chains, and charms all come together in the perfect storm so that any jean or black outfit is ready to get rocker chic! It’s called the mixed deadly pearl necklace, has been spotted on Rihanna (as if you needed a reason), and is running $176.
How do we get most of our jewelry: personal purchases or gifts? With a few exceptions (Ivanka Trump would be one…), over 85% of women get their jewelry through personal purchases. Blueprint has put together a few tips on how to go about jewelry hunting, what to look for, where to go, and how to make it work. First….is your jewelry purchase about accenting an outfit or adding to your collection? The answer to this question tells us whether we
The use of feathers whether as part of a skirt or boots is ripe for ridicule this fall but, if you want to join in the feather-follies but do it with panache, let Blueprint recommend this pewter necklace with feather design. It’s got some weight and presence but isn’t too much as to overpower a simple shift dress or evening dress with a full faille skirt. At a mere $120 at Ted Baker, it’s perfect for this fleeting fall fashion
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