nothing says “elegance” like this.

to me, the epitomy of simple elegance is a strand of pearls.  not just any strand of pearls, mind you… the highest quality, meticulously crafted kind.  the woman who wears them doesn’t need to say a word.  she can glide into a room and all eyes will be on her.  she’s not trying to be sophisticated, feminine, perfectly stylish.  she just is.

these Paspaley pearls are perfection.  Paspaley is the world’s leading source of South Sea pearls, and uses the largest and rarest pearl creating oyster: the Pinctada maxima.  the strand makers use an extremely discerning eye while matching their pearls to create each piece.  you never see knots between Paspaley pearls because they pioneered a special stringing technique that keeps the look clean and polished.

Stuller & Paspaley is where i go for my pearls.  the choices and quality are unmatched.  i have to say, wearing a string of pearls is this amazing combination of unexpected yet completely and utterly natural.  it’s the most classic thing a girl can wear on her body aside from the little black dress.  wearing both together?  as What Not to Wear’s Stacy London would say, “shut up!”

check out http://southseapearl.biz/index.aspx?c=23500

there’s nothing like handmade

i’ve always been a big fan of leather cuffs – especially since I saw some gorgeous ones at a little leather shop in Niece on the French Riviera. i adore this one for it’s raw simplicity. designed by Mexico’s Ricardo Hinojosa, it fastens to the desired length so it can snuggly grip your arm. you don’t want a cuff to move around like bangles – this is meant to be worn fairly tightly around the wrist. i love adding details like this to an outfit. you never look like you’re trying too hard – just effortlessly stylish. plus it’s under $30, so you can afford to buy a couple and wear both at once if you want to make an even bolder statement. (and you know i always do!) pair with emerald, deep purple, turquoise, or royal blue for a beautiful combination.

http://jewelry.novica.com/leather/leather-bracelet-dynamo/149074/