"Rebel chic" jewelry... in search of more
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Comments (15)Speaking of beads and stuff.I got a catalogue the other day from Oriental Trading that has some of the most beautiful and unusual beads and natural stones,and prices are very reasonable.I have bought from them but never knew they had such a variety of beads.Actually,I think they just started handling more jewelry making supplies.Check it out.www.orientaltrading.com.......Lillie Oh by the way Nikki,the bracelet is beautiful....See Morejewelry for wedding:) pearls? nothing? etc
Comments (19)The wedding was last week- and although I did expect it to be wonderful it was actually way better than that. Still floating from it- but wanted to thank you all for your help. I am really limited with people to seek advice from and you peeps were superb. I ended up wearing the diamond solitaire necklace which is quite understated but present, a thick yellow gold bracelet from my deceased mother in law, a beaded purse from my deceased mom, and gold filigree drop earrings with a bit of bling to them. My hair was up ( I had been undecided but it was the best thing as I sweat like pig when I dance a lot- which I did - and I still looked like I stepped out of a shower but it was ok- we all ENJOYED). And, yes I wore the wedge shoes which were terrific. Everyone was taking off their shoes and I was totally comfy and chic. thank you...See MoreJewelry box weeding and organizing
Comments (19)Here's the story about her jewelry. While all the pieces are wearable, they just aren't very fashionable, or they're difficult to wear. There are a few large pins (my favorite is a lovely Art Nouveau design with an amethyst-colored stone), a locket with her pre-marriage photo at 19 (she was born 1886), a detailed gold bracelet, and two bakelite rings. I like the idea of sewing or pinning them to the backing for display so they aren't ruined, but they don't need to be removable until I give them away. For my regular jewelry, can you tell me what you think about using one of my husband's political button display boxes? I can't afford to buy an expensive jewelry box right now. It is $30 and has a walnut wood frame -- very simple but would fit in with the antique furniture in our dressing room. The backing can be replaced. I know the hinges and clasps are clunky looking, but they seem sturdy enough to handle opening and closing on a frequent basis. If I wanted, I could even apply something to help tarnish the metal. It measures 12"x18" and can be hung on the wall. My husband can always use it when I upgrade to a nice jewelry box....See MoreJewelry Opinion Please
Comments (28)I didn't really answer your questions, so... 1. ...is the three stone ring a fad...be better off getting a nice size solitaire with a classic look? What's a fad? The "best and newest" design today will be considered a "fad" once the next "best and newest" design comes out next week. The classic prong set solitaire was designed by Tiffany in the late 1880s I believe. Rings with three stones have been designed for centuries, too. A solitaire is beautiful; if that's what you prefer. And another way to look at it is nearly "everyone" has a solitaire. 2. Do smaller diamonds in bands fall out more easily? Properly set stones are going to stay set, no matter how big or small. On the other hand, all jewelry should have the settings and prongs checked twice a year because they can get bent or broken and cause the stones to loosen and fall out. The inspection doesn't take long, and should be done at no charge by your jeweler. Which looks better, white gold/platinum or yellow gold? The one that looks the best is the one you like the best. White gold, even really good white gold, can take on a yellowish cast over time. It can be buffed and plated and kept looking great. Also, white gold is supposed to have a yellowish cast because it is GOLD, and gold is yellow. The other metals mixed in turn it white, or pink, or green, or whichever color of gold they're blending for. 10k gold is a different color from 12k, 14k, 18k, 22k, or 24k gold, too. 10k or 12k white gold looks "whiter" than 14k or 18k because they have a larger percentage of the yellow gold in them. Different karats of yellow gold have different shades of color, too. It's all a personal decision. I love the look and feel or 18k gold. I have exactly one piece of 18k. The rest of my jewelry is 14k or 10k or plated. Platinum is a nice white, too, but it tends to go grey over time. This is natural and normal. Some people love the look; some don't. A good jeweler will give you samples of all options and then you can decided which is your favorite. The only person that has to love it is you....See MoreUser
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Sueb20
3 years agoIf you’re not familiar with Thomas Mann, check him out. I used to be in LOVE with his work, wore it all the time, then I think I overdid it so I hardly touch my pile of TM jewelry any more.
Here are a couple of Etsy shops I’ve bought from, which you might like.
Sometimes J Crew and Banana Republic have some edgier stuff, depending on the season. Lucky Brand does too, sometimes.User thanked Sueb20User
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cawaps
3 years agoI have a bunch of pieces from OC Designs. Very industrial, lots of rubber and aluminum. Very light, very comfortable.
I have this one, all rubber bands and springs.
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3 years agoI just bought these two from a Poshmark seller who bundled them and made me an offer I couldn't resist. They weren't quite what I've been looking for, but they're fun!
This one is in "gunmetal":
jojoco
3 years agoI've posted this before, but there is a store near me, really more of a warehouse, that has tons of dishes but also tons and tons of costume jewelry. The prices of the jewelry are dirt cheap. The owners are very active on social media. You could try to reach out to them and tell them you heard they have tons of costume jewelry but couldn't find many pictures. Ask for some snaps of their displays. I bet they will send them to you. Then I'll go shopping for you). If they don't respond, I'll send you pics.
Here are a few pics from their fb page: (the first isn't costume, I don't think, but $3???) The last picture is just a teeny glimpse of the amount they sell.
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Funkyart
3 years agoI think the tricky thing is that the costume/fashion jewelry designers tend to follow trends more so that some of the fine jewelry designers. I generally cannot wear costume jewelry so I am not well versed in all the names -- but of the handful of designers that come to mind as "rebel chic" .. none of them have a current collection that is all that edgy. They have occasional collections that are edgy.
None of these are all that edgy-- they are kind of edgy classic?? or bohemian classic?? IDK LOL. They may not be what you are looking for But i didn't want to share just more of what you have already shared. No worries if they aren't what you are looking for.
Also.. you may want to look at Lois Hill and Konstantino. I don't have many pieces of either-- but what i do have is chunky and different to the point of approaching edgy. (Of course, really, it's all in how you wear them i guess.
Uno de 50 (from Spain)
Sampkas (also from Spain)I have the necklace at right in black leather.. it can be worn long or very short.
I own this one.. it looks edgier when doubled up. It's not my favorite but i ALWAYS get compliments on it.. it's very large and chunky.
French Kande
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3 years agoFunky, when you say you "generally cannot wear costume jewelry," is that due to a metal allergy? I'm allergic to nickel, and it's one of the reasons I like the OC Designs stuff is that the rubber "chains" don't bother me at all. Otherwise it's silver, gold, beads, cord, or leather, or else I get a nasty rash on my neck.
I have a ton of ethnic jewelry, particularly Kuchi pieces, from my belly dancing days (I was reminded, because I'm allergic to most of it so only wore it for performances, and I waxed a lot of it to minimize reactivity). I don't know if it counts as rebel chic, but here's a link to a purveyor of Kuchi items.
https://www.kuchijewels.com/product-category/antique-hand-made-jewellery/necklaces-2/
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3 years agoYes, cawaps-- a fairly severe allergy to nickel.
That said, in the past few years I have been able to wear some of the better silver/gold plated brands like Anna Beck, Monica Vinader and Sampkas (shared above). I originally bought some longer Sampkas pieces to wear with turtlenecks but as I got brave, i found i was able to wear them without issue for the duration of a work day. I cannot wear brass at all.. but I've had pretty good experiences with the better brand silver/gold plated pieces I've tried.
Here's another that i just LOVE... it doesnt fit Ocotil's specified needs but i think the line is just gorgeous.. i have 4 necklaces currently and am THIS close to ordering the one below. The beads are all gemstones the gold is plated.
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Jilly
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3 years agoFunkyart
3 years agolast modified: 3 years agoHi Sue.. yes, this style reminds me of you! Riverstone i the brand-- I get them at a local shop but i believe Sundance also carries some. This page has a limited number of styles-- but i think a good representation.
They have both long and short styles. I have two of the long and two short-- the second one below is one of mine.
And so as not to completely hijack.. here's another Samkas design from the same shop
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