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Etsy Feature: September Willow

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This morning I realized just how long it has been since I bought a pair of new earrings. Criminal! A quick trip to Etsy will totally remedy that, won’t it? Here is some bead and floral goodness from September Willow. I think the floral resin jewelry is such a great look for bridesmaids at a vintage wedding. The colors stand out enough to show up in pictures, and the over all feel is very romantic. As for me, I think I will be picking up a pair of her oxblood hoops (below).

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Etsy Feature: RareIndeed Jewelry

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While it is always nice to have a jewelry box full of classic pieces, sometimes you also need to have a little fun. I love the whimsy of RareIndeed‘s accessories. This bunting necklace (above) screams summer bridal shower, right?

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I’m probably dating myself, but this pencil brooch totally reminds me of “Picture Pages” with Bill Cosby.

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Remember when you first pierced your ears and had a collection full of awesome studs?

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A rocket to the moon? Beyond cute.

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“Oz: The Great and Powerful” is coming out soon and I could not be more excited.

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Who doesn’t want to be made of win?

Green Bride Guide: 3 Wedding Favors for a Glitzy and Green New Year’s Eve

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1. Tiffany Necklace

Surprise your bridesmaids and your maid of honor with a beautiful, sustainable and organic pearl necklace. The cultivation of pearls requires the preservation of the ecosystem. The water must be pristine, the land around it must be undisturbed and the air clean. The slightest change in water temperature, salinity, pollution and current can kill the oysters. In fact, the cultivation of pearls is the only industry that requires man to preserve and protect the environment.

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2. Grand Marnier Lollipops

These lovely lollies have a pretty sheen to them. The Grand Marnier, an orange-flavored brandy liqueur, stands on its own, full of sunny lusciousness. Real, edible 23K gold sprinkled into the candy mixture adds to the beautiful aesthetic quality of this lollipop, creating an elegant favor for your wedding!

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3. Cape Sundew Nail Polish

Priti NYC polishes are all completely non-toxic and made without toluene, dibutyl phthalate (DHB) and formaldehyde. These luxury polishes are fast drying, chip resistant, contain a UV inhibitor, and are extremely durable and glossy. They are also completely safe for use on children and moms-to-be. Priti NYC is very active in working with various charities and events in the community that support both environmental and women’s issues.

GBG’s CEO, Kate L. Harrison, has a JD in Environmental Law and a Master’s from Yale in Environmental Policy. She planned her own green wedding in 2007 and wrote the best selling green wedding book The Green Bride Guide: How to Plan an Earth-Friendly Wedding on Any Budget. In 2009, she founded www.greenbrideguide.com to help couples use their weddings to promote social and environmental change while supporting the local green economy.

Sponsored Post: Blue Nile Brings Fabulous Jewelry to Your Holiday Look!

Garnets and diamonds are the perfect gemstones for holiday outfits! The shimmer of the diamonds lend to any sparkly outfit, and the deep red of the garnet adds a touch of holiday cheer. Blue Nile is here to show us great garnet and diamond jewelry options. For example, this ring (above) would beautifully complement any cocktail dress, but the garnet would also stand out well against winter white cowl-neck sweaters or camel-colored wool pea coats.

Just because these earrings (above, left and right) are simple, doesn’t mean they are boring. These jewelry staples can stand on their own as classics, or be added to an outfit with a lot of print or dazzle without complicating it. Dress them up with a silver swing dress for a mod look, or go more casual with a black cashmere sweater set.

These earrings are ideal for the romantic traditionalist. Their vintage-inspired shape and design would be best paired with a boat-neck dress à la Grace Kelly. A creamy neutral would make the garnet pop, whereas a darker color, like navy or forest green would deepen the garnet’s shade.

This garnet drop necklace is the perfect touch for dresses and sweaters with a low-cut or wide neckline. Show off your neck with a slimming v-neck sheath dress, or wear with an open collar white shirt and cigarette pants for a sophisticated, yet everyday look.

Until December 31, 2012 Blue Nile has a coupon code for 10% off all jewelry.* Just enter MYWED10 to receive the discount. Happy shopping!

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Green Bride Guide: Eco-Friendly Pearls for Your Wedding!

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Are you looking for eco-friendly pearls for your wedding?

Why not wear a pair of new organic pearl stud earrings or a necklace dripping in pink pearls to play up this fall’s classic rose smoke color? You can even pair a pretty necklace and bracelet together and give your bridesmaids a classic set of pearl jewelry.

Piper Necklace-Go pink for breast cancer awareness month with this simple yet elegant 100% organic pink pearl necklace. This was created in honor of Piper, a beloved woman who battled breast cancer courageously for three years. Made of pink pearls and sterling silver, the Piper necklace can be worn in remembrance at your wedding for those who have fought or are fighting the battle. $102.00

Elegance Pearl Earrings- Elegance Pearl Earrings are the perfect accessory to add that little touch to make your wedding dress even more memorable. These earrings are made with 8-9mm pearls that are surrounded by a circle of cubic zirconia. The mixture of pearls and crystals gives it that extra flare to complete your look. $120.00

Pearl Studs- Who said wearing studs at your wedding was too simple? Well think again, because these pearl studs add that extra little sparkle! Four gorgeous cubic zirconia flank a round pearl on this stud earring. $72.00

Five Strand Stretch Pearl Bracelet- Hate wearing jewelry because it just feels uncomfortable? With the Five Strand Stretch Pearl Bracelet let your worrying end! This bracelet is comfortable and extremely stylish. With five strands of pearls with sterling silver on a strong stretch cord, this bracelet looks like a million bucks but is very affordable. $75.00

Sky Blue Pearl Necklace- Here is your something blue: wear a sky blue pearl necklace that adds a touch of color and sophistication to your outfit. With one single potato pearl dangling from a sky blue topaz and sterling silver 16″ chain, this accessory is sure to wow anyone. $140.00

Green Bride Guide: A Lovin’ Spoonful of “Upcycled” Jewelry

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Many jewelry artisans have turned to the art of upcycling items such as spoons and forks and setting stones in the blank spaces between their intricate designs. Check out websites such as Etsy or Artfire for handcrafted artisan jewelry made from old silverware if you don’t have the time to get creative!

Because their surfaces are already so ornately decorated, spoons, forks and knives have a beautiful background to play around with when adding stones, beads or other designs.

Are you a DIY bride? If you have a bunch of tarnished spoons, clean them off and use them as neat pendants for necklaces, curl and bend them into bracelets or create funky earrings from elegant spoon handles.

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