Fat Tuesday: Beads You Won't Dare Toss

For Iris Apfel "more is more." But Mademoiselle Chanel always said "Before you leave the house, look in the mirror and take at least one thing off." For Mardi Gras, which will be very different this year, the more beads the better. So just for fun, today we are kicking off Mardi Gras and Lent with beautiful beads. Don't you dare toss them.

Vintage Cartier

We begin with the most expensive. And I mean expensive, but I had to share. 1st Dibs in ringing in the Year of the Ox with this magnificent Cartier necklace, circa 1975, adorned with diamonds

 and chrysoprase. 

1st Dibs

Ippolita Lollitini Necklace

Color your world and wear this sterling silver and multi stone necklace with everything.  

Saks

Lizzie Fortunato Vista Necklace

Fun and fabulous with every color bead and bauble a girl could want.

Neiman Marcus 

Coral Bead Tassel Necklace

Sometimes you just have to go bold. Now on sale for 50% off.

Kenneth Jay Lane 

Marni Beaded Snake Necklace

Isn't this great? It's modern and fresh to wear with denim to dresses. Love!!!

Farfetch

Parker Gem Necklace
Pink and mint tourmaline beads create petty pastel pieces.

Gorjana

Lizzie Fortunato Heroine Necklace

20% of the sale of this style will be donated to Color Of Change. Beautiful beads of pink opal, garnet, and amazonite create the softest look.

Shop Harpers Bazaar

Lizzie Fortunato Daydream Necklace

Wear this made by hand necklace long or wrapped twice. It's made with African trade beads, genuine pearl,  vintage glass and natural coral. A nice pop of color for any season.

Nordstrom

Hand Painted Bead Necklace
This artisan sought out hand painted beads from Poland, and strung them on a golden chord. It's a luxe look for less than $50.

Primitive Instincts at Etsy

Baltic Amber Necklace

What stunning colors! With shades of lemon, cognac, and cherry amber, each bead has been hand shaped. Now on sale at....

Smithsonian Store

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Saturdays At Shop This

It's been quite a week. Everything about this inauguration was "unique." I watched every minute of it, and enjoyed both the fashion and the music. Today's post features a little bit of all of that.

Dr. Jill Biden wore a custom coat and dress by emerging designer, Markarian. There's a Markarian Trunk Show going on at Moda Operandi.  It's all feminine and sparkly, like the First Lady's look. 

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Poet, Amanda Gorman's Prada hair headband made quite the statement. You can get the look for less with the Victoire headband at Anthropologie for $20. And all of these Lele Sadoughi styles at Neiman Marcus are pretty, 

as well.

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The girls wore pearls! Always a classic fashion statement, pearls were on parade Wednesday, with Vice President Harris W. Rosado necklace. You can get the look with the Marco Bicego Lunario Collar Necklace at Nordstrom. This Ippolita Lollitini sterling silver necklace at Neiman's also is a 

similar style.

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Jennifer Lopez song made me cry and so did her Chanel outfit! She was dressed in custom white Chanel. The sequined wide legged pants were fabulous! And so are Temperley London's Neri pants at 

Net-a-Porter.

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I loved both Dr.  Biden's  and daughter Ashley's outfits for the Celebrating America evening event. Dr. Biden wore a divine dress by Gabriela Hearst. You can see this designer's collection, which focuses on modern luxury, at Matches Fashion. Ashley wore a Tuxedo by Ralph Lauren that featured cigarette pants and an undone bow tie. Very hip. Net-a-Porter has a page full of stylish elements to create your own tuxedo look.

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Beauty looks were important, too. Lady Gaga made a statement with a bold lip in her own brand, Haus Laboratories. She wore the Le Monster Matte Lip crayon in "warm pure red."

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Did you not love all of those coats with matching gloves? The looks were just so chic. I think this will become a new Winter trend. But colorful gloves are hard to find. These Maison Margiela long gloves in bright marigold or green are quite lovely.  And MSGM's long leather gloves in hot orchid are 

show stoppers.

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I loved that every participant in the ceremonies wore a mask! Nowadays, the mask is our most important accessory. Many of the women had theirs made to match the outfits. For us mere mortals, Jennifer Behr's masks are still the most special.

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And finally, let's talk about the monochrome looks of the day. Almost every woman on stage wore one color, head to toe. I loved how the Biden grand daughters looked. As Harper's Bazaar wrote regarding the trend: "one where perfectly-tailored, fashion-forward suiting from America's emerging designers will be seen on main stages as often as classic menswear." Way to go, Girls."

This fireworks display and song by Katy Perry left me spellbound. Here's to new beginnings and a hopeful America.

XOXOX

Deb

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Fall Fashion: Statement Necklaces

Want to make a statement?  Add one special piece
 of jewelry, especially a Statement Necklace. They take a LBD or a tailored shirt to a new level. 

Here: My Edit of Stunning Statement Necklaces

Chunky, earthy Jasper makes a statement

and starts a conversation! Designed by Nest.

Neiman Marcus

The South Fork Necklace, as seen in Vogue India.

Perfect for Fall's moody blues.

Amrita Singh

Lexington Avenue Collar
No matter what street you wear these chic chains, you'll get noticed! Various shades of brass.
Henri Bendel

Alexis Bittar's Durban Beaded Necklace
It makes an artful impact
Stylebop

Mawi Rose Gold Padlock Choker
This piece unlocks a real sense of style.
Barney's New York

Lisa August's Jade Flat Link Bib Necklace
Love the colors in this lightweight looker.
Max and Chloe

Ippolita's Wavy Disc Collar
Sterling silver makes a shining statement
Nordstrom's

Wouters and Hendrix Chunky Quartz Necklace 
Shop Bop

Oscar De La Renta's Chandelier Necklace
"Purple is the color for Fall and it's showcased brilliantly in this statement piece." —Melissa M., Designer and Precious Jewelry Buyer
Bergdorf Goodman

The Pegasus Necklace
As seen on TV personalities Kathie Lee Gifford, Kim and Kourtney Kardashian, and actress Shay Mitchell.
Stella and Dot

The Bauble Bar has so many chic choices,
it was hard to choose.  But the Topaz
Feather Bib is a standout.
Bauble Bar

Chain Crystal Choker
A little rocker chic makes a big statement
Boston Proper

The Zad Statement Necklace is a 
pretty piece on your neck or your vanity.
Find it in three colors at
The Zhush

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