P2 Fashion: Malachite Jewelry and Home Decor Accents

Gold and malachite watches from Piaget. Simply stunning craftsmanship!

Malachite is one of my favorite stones due to its luxurious and vibrant green hue; and, thanks to my Russian heritage, I’ve been heavily exposed to this jem in jewelry and home décor. Until recent times, large quantities of malachite were mined in the Urals, Russia. In fact, there is an entire MalachiteRoom in the Hermitage, which I hope to see some day.

The Malachite Room at the Hermitage is classic, Russian opulence. 

Malachite has been on my mind ever since I was gifted a gorgeous, Isharya pyramid malachite ring after hosting the Accessories Council’s Mother’s Day Gift Guide event. As many of you know from Instagram, the ring has been on my finger nearly every day for two weeks.

Here’s a roundup of some of my other favorite malachite items for spring/summer fashion and home décor.

I'm mad for malachite!

1. Stephanie Kantis, Malachite Button Ring, $475

2. Christian Dior China, Guadron -Malachite Green napkin rings circa 1990s, $49 

3. Isharya, Green Malachite Goddess Honeycomb Earrings, $218

4. Istdibs.com, Valerie Egee - Bronze Cuff Bracelet with Malachite and Rodocrosytis, Price Upon Request

5. Isharya, Green Malachite Goddess  Pyramid Ring, $78

6. L'objet, Malachite Espresso Cup & Saucer Gift box, $580

7. RubyLane.com, 19th Century French Figural Ormolu Bronze and Malachite Candlesticks, $3980

Gold with malachite is a lux way to dress up a dining table or office. If you’ve never shopped L’objet, I highly recommend the brand. As summer soirées roll in, this brand makes excellent hostess gifts. The packaging alone will wow your friends. 

L'objet malachite and gold dinnerware and hostess gifts.

L'objet malachite dinnerware

P2 Fashion: Oscars Jewelry Trends for Less w/ Style Expert Pamela Pekerman, Live from The Couch WLNY

It was great to be back on The Couch with my friend Carolina and formally meet the lovely Jill Nicolini. In case you missed the 8:30AM  segment, here's a shopper's guide to all the jewelry on the table. 

Sometimes a little sparkle is all you need to lift your mood and smile at the world, so have fun with you baubles and indulge in these trends. They are perfect accessories for prom, a summer wedding, or a just-because-it's-Monday.



Awards Season Red Carpet Jewelry Trends for Less

HEADBANDS – romantic rhinestone headbands from JCPenney  

Lupita Nyong'o in Fred Leighton Headband, Headband Trend

Vieste Rhinestone Headband $20

Vieste Rhinestone Floral Vine Headband, $25

Vieste Simulated Pearl and CrystalHeadband,  $20

Viesta Rhinestone Swivel Headband, $20 at JCPenney Stores

 

FEMININE TONES & STONES – delicate florals and cream shades from BaubleBar.com 

Cate Blanchett in Chopard Earrings, Feminine Tones & Stones Trend

Angel WingedCuff, $36

Corona Collar Necklace, $36

Jumbo Bloom Necklace, $36

Prettyin Pink Studs, $24

minty fresh and clear jewelry from Lia Sophia 

Nestled Earrings, $48

Glazed Cut Crystal and Resin Bangles, $78 each

Fondant Cut Crystal Resin Necklace, $148

 

GOLD RUSH – golden treasures from Overstock.com  

Naomi Watts in Bvlgari bracelet, Yellow Gold Trend

Tri-colorGold over Bronze 18-inch Large Link Necklace, $103.99

Statement Oval and Link CrystalNecklace, $31.99 

DeBuman 14k Goldplated Flower Cuff Bracelet, $127.49

Mondevio 18k Gold over StainlessSteel Filigree Design Cuff Bracelet, $22. 09

LaPreciosa Goldtone Clear Cubic Zirconia Cuff Bracelet, $39.99

Sterling Essentials 14K Gold overSilver Snakeskin Ring, $34.49

Gioelli 14k Yellow Gold Braided MeshRing, $93.99 

EAR CUFF / CLIMBERS -  Ear climbers from Overstock.com  

Jennifer Lawrence in Ana Khouri earrings, Ear Cuff & Climber Trend

Ultimate CZSterling Silver Cubic Zirconia 2-pair Earring Set, $48.99

Ultimate CZ18k Gold over Silver Cubic Zirconia 'X' and 'O' Earring Set, $47.59

Edgy Ear Cuff from BaubleBar.com  

CrystalOrion Ear Cuff, $28

ARM CANDY – inspired by Jennifer Lawrence at Golden Globes, load up on black and crystal from Overstock.com  

Jennifer Lawrence in Neil Lane bracelets, Arm Candy Trend

RiccovaSilvertone Cubic Zirconia and Colored Enamel Bangle in black, $42.99  

RomanSilvertone Jet Crystal Rectangle Stretch Bracelet, $14.09

CelesteSilvertone Clear Crystal Beaded Black Cord Macrame Bracelet, $27.99

art deco and blue arm candy party from Lia Sophia $48 - $98

Golden bangles and cuffs from MaxandChloe.com

Blu Bijoux Gold Crystal Flat Floral Bangle, $26

Blu Bijoux Gold And Green Cabochon Wide Cuff Bracelet, $34

Blu Bijoux Gold Wrench Bangle, $22

Blu Bijoux Gold Crystal Panther Bracelet, $38

P2 Fashion: Cate Blanchett's Chopard Earrings 2014 Oscars

Image courtesy of Chopard

Cate Blanchett's Chopard earrings took my breath away. Hands down, this was the best jewelry moment of the entire awards season! 

The 18kt white gold earrings are from Chopard's 2014 Red Carpet Collection. There are 62 opals (that's 22.03ct !) and 1595 diamonds (1.73ct). If you are in the market for new earrings feel free to call 1-800-CHOPARD. As my friends as Chopard so kindly told me, the price is available upon request. My response what, "do I dare request". Hmmm?!!

P2 Fashion: Spring 2014 Jewelry Trends

Happy National Jewelry Day! 

It may feel like five degrees Fahrenheit here in New York City thanks to viscous winds, but there's no better way to inject some spring fever into your day quite like jewelry. Here's a round up of some of my favorite jewelry trends for the upcoming season.

For more Spring 2014 Jewelry Trends and the chance to win amazing baubles from +Max and Chloe, join me for tonight's  National Jewelry Day Twitter Party at 7pm EST / 4pm PST. I'll be sharing trends, celebrity looks for less and, of course, giveaways, with my friend Malorie Kaye of Cameo PR. 

Chat with you soon. 

Iridescent Tones, Spring 2014 Jewelry Trend

(From upper left going clockwise)

Stefanie Somers Collection California Clip-On Earrings  $218

Dara Ettinger Gold And Druzy Mimi Double Ring $188

  

Indulgems Rainbow Moonstone Snowflake Ring  $145

Julie Vos Moonstone Mosaic Earrings  $195

Yellow Gold, Spring 2014 Jewelry Trend

(From upper left going clockwise)

Seraphina Gold Green Aventurine Snake Cuff $115 

Blu Bijoux Gold Triple Chain Necklace $40

Charlene KGold Dipped Ring  $113

Jolie B. Ray Cushion Cabachon Pink Topaz Cocktail Ring With Diamonds $3080

Kanupriya Gold Cobblestone Earrings $62

Seraphina Gold And Amethyst Cuff $99

Orange Hues, Spring 2014 Jewelry Trend

(From upper left going clockwise)

Blu Bijoux Coral Enamel And Gold Arrowhead Earrings $26

Evocateur Red Coral Cuff $338

Sandy Hyun Orange Pyramid Stud Ring $65

LaLucca Neon Orange Andi Cuff Bracelet $85

Blu Bijoux Tribal Horn Necklace $18

 

P2 Fashion: National Jewelry Day Twitter Party with Max and Chloe

Don't you love the holidays? It's a reason to dress up, get together with friends and socialize. With National Jewelry Day coming up this Thursday, I thought we should celebrate!

Join me and my freind Malorie Kaye, president of Cameo PR, as we host a National Jewelry Day Twitter Party spotlighting the latest spring 2014 jewelry trends, celebrity look for less style, radiant orchid and other key colors for spring, plus share some of the hottest new designers available at MaxandChloe.com.

Here are all the details:

WHAT: National Jewelry Day Twitter Party with @MaxandChloe 

WHO: hosted by @PamelaPekerman and @CameoPR

WHEN: Thursday, March 13, 2014 from 7-8pm EST/4-5pm PST

HOW: Follow @PamelaPekerman @CameoPR and @MaxandChloe on Twitter, and join the conversation with #MC4JewelryDay hashtag.

Make sure to follow us and use #MC4JewelryDay hashtag for a chance to WIN JEWELRY from +Max and Chloe. 

Malorie and I will be tweeting away trends, and we also want you to ask us questions and get advice on what to wear for your upcoming prom, wedding or other social soiree. 

Plus, I'll share a sneak peak of what you can expect during my upcoming Live From The Couch segment featuring 2014 Oscars jewelry trends for less, airing March 18, 2014.

P2 Fashion: Unique Cartier Engagement Ring

Is this not the most mouth-watering engagement ring ever? My jaw dropped when I saw this Cartier setting. My husband has never been fully satisfied with the setting he created for my original engament ring -- I think it's wonderful. For nearly the entire length of our almost five-year marriage, he's wanted to change it. I'm quite sentamental, so I've refused. Not only that, he wants me to pick what I want and that goes against my core. I know it's quite common for gals to know and strongly hint (sometimes even shop) for their own rings, but I find that boring. 

"Trinity de Cartier" aquamarine & diamond 18K white gold engagement ring,
price upon request, Cartier

So, WHY am I posting this image? While doing research for my monthly style curation project with the HYATT Union Square Hotel New York, a press release led me to a website which led me to another website and finally to this stunner.  

The swirling loops of pave diamonds sing to me. Seariously, I'm hearing Bach in the background and having a major moment. What do you think?

P2 Fashion: Launch of X by Trollbeads w Jenn Falik and Wayne Scott Lukas

Yesterday morning, despite leaving the house late, getting stuck in traffic and having a fight with the meter machine, I, eventually, had the pleasure of previewing the newest creation from Danish jewelers Trollbeads, X by Trollbeads. Right away, the “X” makes this new collection sound rougher, edgier and younger than its parent. But, the name actually refers to the innovative x links that connect with a simple twist. The result is bespoke bracelets and necklaces that you can customize with high quality silver, bronze, gold and black rubber links.

P2 Fashion - X by Trollbeads Debut Collection, Fall 2013 

I like the stripped down color pallet, allowing for the craftsmanship of each piece to shine through. From musical notes to Zodiac signs, flowers and Greek G-ds, there’s a chance to really get personal and let your jewelry reflect your likes, loves and life. I plan to make three bracelets: one that represents my husband, one that represents my daughter and one that represents me. On each bracelet, I’ll include one link that represents all three of us, thus showing we are all unique, but forever connected as one happy, well-accessorized family.

P2 Fashion - Having fun with Jenn Falik and Wayne Scott Lukas at
X by Trollbeads launch

The event was hosted by my friend, fellow mommy and Style Expert Jenn Falik, as well as Celebrity Stylist Wayne Scott Lucas. Wayne, you’re lucky my hair was up because our locks would have fallen in link love. Hmm, do you think that could inspire a future X by Trollbeads collection? If so, we can split royalties and celebrate while we're getting our hair done!

X by Trollbeads is available in store in more than thirty-five markets globally and online.

P2 Fashion - gifts courtesy of X by Trollbeads.