Fashion designer Betsey Johnson was awarded the 2009 Medal of Honor for Lifetime Achievement in Fashion at the most recent National Arts Club awards dinner.
In honor of Betsey’s four decades of fabulous fashion, I’m checking out some of her new accessories (which is always fun to do!).
Of course, it’s just not Betsey Johnson without a wacky sense of humor – like adding black widow spiders to a pearl charm bracelet:

The “Pearl & 1/2 Charm” bracelet also comes with little keys, hearts and more.
Love animal print?  There’s a pair of shoes from Betsey Johnson for you…

The “Caelen” leopard-print Mary Jane high …read more

Are you looking for some new charms for your charm bracelet, necklace or even to snap onto your purse?
Juicy Couture has some whimisical charms that are perfect for summer fun.  There are treats for hot days, summer wear and even carnival rides!

Remember how much fun the carousel was when you were a kid?  Keep your own little carousel horse with you all the time with this charm.

Rhinestones add some sparkle to this pink “Popsicle” charm.

These petite hearted shaped sunglasses are made from gold-plated brass and glass.
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Are you still trying to find the perfect Mother’s Day gift?
If your mom isn’t the classic charm bracelet or locket kind of person, may I make a suggestion?
The L.B. Valentine bracelets are a little different from the standard charm bracelet.  For one thing, there are dozen of charms to chose from – from sweet to funky.
The slim cuff bracelets are made from sterling silver or 14kt yellow gold and come in soldered chain:

Or flat band styles:

Just make sure to choose your charm from this menu when you order
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Now this is a charm bracelet for a woman!
I love this sleek and modern take on the charm bracelet.  The “Inverness” bracelet is  accented with agate cabochons instead of the normal glitzy charms:

This made-in-the-USA bracelet has been created with sterling silver chain, and polished agate slices (wrapped in sterling silver).  It’s finished with a tiny little silver heart charm on the clasp – pretty, but not overwhelming.
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Juicy Couture comes out with uber-trendy, ultra-girly clothing and accessories every season. If you have someone on your list that loves Juicy Couture’s ‘feminine with an edge’ styling then check out these new bracelets from the line.
A set of 3 wood-beaded bracelets, this Juicy Couture Beaded  Charm Stretch Bracelet features an assortment of gold charms. Charms include the signature Juicy Couture crown and monogrammed heart, a heart locket, a coin and a four leaf clover.
This set of 3 Juicy Couture Beaded Charm Bracelets is made of shiny red beads and embellished with a fun grouping of charms. The charms are …read more

I just recently discovered the work of Miami jewelry designer, Heather Kraty of Island Cowgirl Jewelry – and boy am I enchanted! She creates whimsical & romantic jewelry & accessories using cast sterling silver & 14kt gold.
There are necklaces:

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Wax Seals necklaces $89 each
Bracelets:

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By The Sea charm bracelet
And even earrings:

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Heart Kissed Hoops earrings $56
As a special treat, just for you lucky Her Accessories readers, Island Cowgirl Jewelry is offering a 15% off discount for the next 30 days! Just use the code 103081000 at the checkout …read more

Okay, these are seriously cute!

Have you seen some of Betsey Johnson’s new charm bracelets?

Gold & a single pearl (plus a cute little Betsey heart!)

I think this is my favorite one   It’s the “Sea” bracelet.

And for those of you who love their leopard prints – it’s the “multi chain Leopard Heart” bracelet.

Charm bracelets are obviously going to around for a while yet, so don’t go putting them away any time soon. And this one has a watch hidden amongst the charms. Now how cool is that?
You know… I haven’t seen my charm bracelet in a while. It just occurred to me and now I’m getting worried! I have had it for over 30 years and it has a lot of memories attached to each charm!
Available at Bloomingdales

Not all of our jewelry needs to be serious. Sometimes the fun stuff is perfect for this time of year. For that matter, picking up a few little bracelets like this just might make your Christmas shopping that much easier.
More information on the Christmas Charm Bracelet with Santa Claus, a Tree, a Bell, the Gingerbread Man, Frosty the Snowman, a Wreath, and a Nutcracker
And that reminds me… I haven’t added a charm to my bracelet in quite some time.

If you have any tennis fanatics in your house, or you may be one yourself, this charm might be calling your name. I haven’t played in an awfully long time. To be quite truthful, I always liked the outfits more than actually playing, but that’s another story.
And as you might have guessed… it’s by Juicy Couture
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