If you’ve never thought of yourself as a veil-and- train kind of girl, you may find it a challenge to attain that bit of razzmatazz that a lengthy, voluminous stroke of lace or Duchess satin can provide.
But here’s a fabulous option, assuming you’re open to, well, leaving the back of your dress open.
I adore the idea of a plunging back punctuated by nothing but this gorgeous three-strand Divine Deco Claudine necklace.

The necklace and back detail, which can be attached and detached as desired, is made with antique silver and white crystal, pearl and metal. And, at just $190 plus …read more

I thought forever about what to get my bridesmaids as than you gifts. There are so many personalized tckochkes out there that you can buy to say “thank you for being there for me on my big day”, but at the end of that big day, do your very best friends really want a hot pink monogrammed totebag?
I ended up spending a pretty penny for some Peretti open heart necklaces at Tiffany & Co., but I kind of wish that I had gotten them these instead. For one thing, it would have saved me a fortune. For another, I love …read more

I have a rule. If I wear my accessories (earrings, necklaces, rings, etc) more than once a week, they’re good earrings. And good accessories mean they’re luxurious accessories. This also means I spend a lot on them. I’m also always looking for great pieces and designers for these investment pieces (since I’m not buying a house anytime soon why not invest in good jewelry right?)
I’ve found a wonderful designer and collection that I’m totally going to one day be able to save up for. The designer’s name is  Yehouda Saketkhou and you can check out his jewelry designs at Yael Designs. …read more

Pearls and bridal wear go together like peas and carrots. I wore pearls at my wedding, as did my aunt, and grandmother, and oh, you get the picture. But, if you’re looking for bridal jewelry that makes a bold statement, yet still stays within the pearly tradition, I have something just for you.
This gorgeous confection is made of a combination of kashi peals, akoya pearls and delicate seed pearls. The lustrous woven strands culminate in bursts of pearl blossoms, from which hangs an extraordinary rutilated quartz briolette of 78.5 carats. This is definitely an heirloom-worthy piece that will impress even …read more

I am extending the deadline for the The Fine Art of Family locket giveaway, in order for more people to have a chance to win. The winner will be TOMORROW, Friday, March 20th, at 5pm,CST. Click here and post a comment to enter to win this gorgeous sterling locket!

Photo Credit: Tory Williams Wedding Photography

Want to see a few more pictures from my wedding?
I’ve talked about my collection of vintage porcelain pins before…
And how to stop strapless sandals from flapping as you wear them…
I think I’ve even mentioned that I love designing jewelry?
Here it is in action