I Cleaned Out My Jewelry Chest!!

Hey guys! Hope everybody had an awesome weekend! I finally got around to cleaning out my jewelry chest. This chest is one of my most sentimental possessions--it belonged to my grandmother. I must admit, I am a jewelry-aholic, so I own so many odds and ends. Vintage jewelry and consignment pieces are my favorites!!! They're so classic and can be worn dressed up or down. Yvonne thinks she's slick! I've noticed one of my necklaces in one of her style posts! Smh! But she rocked it very well!

I've been on a mission to clean out my trunk and I'm finally got around to doing it. It was a chore because I had to organize each piece from bracelets to earrings. It was fun, though...I found stuff I forgot I even had!

Organization:

First, categorize types and lay out pieces to see what you have so it will be easier to organize inside your chest. Having multiple drawers will allow for better space and storage room.

Designate drawers for each type of jewelry. Bracelets will have their own drawers, earrings their own etc. Depending on your chest and how much space you have, it's okay if you mix types...such as bracelets with necklaces, just make sure you lay out necklaces and stack bracelets.

Do what's best for you and your space:

It's your chest, so do what makes you happy! However you locate pieces or want to organize your space, be creative! It might be a good idea to separate vintage jewelry from more contemporary pieces. All in all, this should be a good project to de-clutter your stuff. You never know what goodies or treasures you'll find!

Miranda's Vintage Jewelry Haul

Hola Chicas!
So I hit up some flea markets, thrift stores, and consignment shops a few weeks ago just to browse, but of course I found all types of baubles and eye-popping goodies!!! Jewelry and leopard print are 2 major things I can't do without LOL...and I have a serious thing for big chunky, statement necklaces. They are such a fun way to play up your outfit without being overdone. When you don't feel like dressing up outfit too much, just throw on a statement necklace and you are instantly put together and dressed up! Funky, bold jewelry should always be the talking piece...leave everything else neutral.

You wouldn't believe how much I paid for some of these pieces....literally. Some of the best jewelry is in thrift and flea markets...just make sure you clean all pieces with alcohol before wearing. The pieces are great, but the prices are even better!! I paid $2 for the patterned earrings!

 

My FAVORITE piece! $25 at Pretty People Vintage

$3 at Value Village

 

$6 at Pretty People Vintage

 

$10 at Pretty People Vintage

 

$8 at Flea Market in Clinton, MD

 

$2 at Georgia Ave Flea Market!

 

A gift from Bintu HoneyB

This isn't anywhere near the amount of jewelry I have in my collection..just a few fun pieces I thought I'd share with you guys. Feel free to visit any of the above mentioned stores to grab some fabulous finds!

Enjoy!

Jewelry Showcase!

Hey ladies! Hope you guys had an amazing weekend! I recently came across two jewelry lines that I wanted to share with you all!

Her accesories are ALL handmade and she donates a percentage of her sales to The Thai Freedom house!

Fandango $25

Single Point Studs $38

Selah Necklace $104

 One 7 Necklaces $10 each

Check out more of her collection here, she also has rings, body chains, and hair accessories!

Nikole Crowe, proud Los Angeles native, is the founder and creative designer behind Frank & Myrrh. At the core of Frank & Myrrh's designs, are high quality base materials ranging from 14K Gold, and Vermeil, to Antique Brass, giving every piece long lasting, durable beauty.

Pangaea $35

Cairo Turquoise Pyramid Earrings $37.50

 Prospect Necklace $26

Kumasi Bracelet $44

 Find more handcrafted jewelry here.

Enjoy!

-Y

Who is Greater Than God...?

Akeyno!

Olayinka Onyeka Oni-Orisan 

Her middle name spelled backward, Onyeka originates from the Igbo tribe of Nigeria, meaning Who is Greater than God?
Enter the fabulous world of Akeyno Handmade Accessories. Olayinka, a fellow Howardite and  entrepreneur, definitely has it going on with her bold, bright, avant-garde style accessories, which all reflect her Nigerian culture. Her collections include necklaces, bracelets, earrings, hair goods, rings, and even a men's line. Her Afro-centric jewelry is one-of-a kind and its all authentic made from Nigerian beads and traditional cloth!

The colors, textures, and styles will surely make any trend-setting girl sweep up her unique collection, which is definitely not for the shy at heart. It's BOLD, FRESH, and LOUD!

Some of my favs:

Beautiful!

"I believe it's important to become your own trend-setter." ~Olayinka

For more information and to find more fabulous designs, visit Yinka's website and her blog. 

Make A Statement!

~M 

We Introduce you to MelanieMARiE

Hey guys! Recently, my good friend Monica told me about a friend of hers that has her own jewelry collection. Not knowing that the whole collection not only features amazing statement necklaces, but also rings, bracelets, and earrings. To top it off Miss. Melanie White also has a collection of couture handbags.
As soon as I entered her site I fell in love with her entire collection! She has prices ranging from $10 to $375! Ladies you know how much accessories completes the look on any outfit! MYLM would love to introduce you to Melanie R. White!

Melanie is a native New Yorker, member of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., and a Hampton University Alumnae. She loves fashion and her collection started about a year ago when she got frustrated with the bag she was carrying. Her mom said "Why don't you make a bag?" and from there MelanieMARiE was born.

Here are some of my favorites:

Jordan

Cuffed

Work of Art

Double Take

I love all her pieces! Ladies visit her site for more information and to purchase some her amazing accessories!

-Y

Futuristic Accessories

Hey guys! I hope everybody had a great weekend! I spent mine in NY ..I'll post about my Jimmy Choo experience later.. lol..

Anywho has anyone seen Melody Eh$ani accessory line?? Her collection ranges from rings, necklaces, earrings..she also has a great selection of shoes that are just super cute!

 Melody Ehsani’s custom three-finger rings have adorned the hands of superstars Alicia Keys, Ciara and Keri Hilson

These are my favorite pieces! Loves loves loves!

I would never wear this necklace..not bold enough but I totally see RiRi rockin somethin like this..

These earrings are dope! I love them!

Ehem..this necklaces is fire! The model is very hot btw..very exotic looking like the collection!

These earrings are made out of Swaorovski crystals..$225

These are some bad platform pumps! I love the sequin!

Melody's entire collection is budget friendly..you can even get custom made necklaces earrings and rings made to say whatever you want..starting at $48.. not bad!!!

Here is Ri Ri in a custom made necklace by Melody herself!

Check out more of her stuff and shop on her website

-Y