During the holiday season, you may be tempted to give someone or get yourself diamond jewelry. While know all about the lovely and classic white diamonds there is also another diamond that is equally intriguing and just as glamorous – black diamonds. Black diamonds are quickly becoming a mainstream gemstone.
Here are some little known facts about black diamonds.
1. Black diamonds are also called Carbonado. A name coined by Portuguese because of the diamonds resemblance to porous charcoal.
2. They are found in the Central Afric and Brazil, with Brazil being the major source.
3. The natural colour of a black diamond ranges …read more

Humanity wrap around bracelets are full of positive attitudes, self affirmations, and wise words, and all you have to do is glance at your wrist to put a little infusion of confidence into your day.  And even the most successful and confident woman can use a little boost every now and again.
Wouldn’t one of these pick up your spirits:

Lead the Way
Sow Love
Speak Kindness
Lend a Hand, Receive a Hand
Accept Love
Make a Difference

Available in colors of baby pink, snow, grass, rust, natural, and brick red, you can find the Humanity bracelets at local boutiques or through the Humanity website.  Priced at …read more

Summer’s almost gone, so it’s time to start preparing for what the Fall brings. No, not just colder weather and an umbrella – new clothes! That’s right, put away those skimpy skirts and tank tops, it’s time to make the transition into Fall with a revived sense of flair.
So where do you start? Overstock.com has a ton of style options at awesome discounted prices (seriously – up to 60% off some items). Don’t limit yourself to the same old scarves and turtlenecks though – step out of your comfort zone and take a peek at some of the new trends …read more

I’ve always chuckled over the poem Warning by Jenny Joseph.  The first line says, “When I’m an old woman I shall wear purple.” While I’m not an old woman. . . yet. . . her concept would fit in perfectly right now, with purple a hot trend for the coming fall.

Consider all the purple options that you have:

Dresses – from elegant evening wear to sun dresses to business attire, purple makes a bold fashion statement.
Skirts, pants,  and top – these will let you mix and match when you don’t want to be decked out entirely in purple, and allow you …read more

In this security conscious world, more and more people are required to wear some type of company identification.  This doesn’t mean, however, that you need to ruin your clothes with a crappy clip making holes in your collar or lapel.  It also doesn’t mean that you have to clip a pulley onto your hip pocket, emphasizing a part of your figure that you many not wish to emphasize.
Treat wear your ID as a fashion statement.  Add some color, think of it as jewelry, consider it an accessory to your wardrobe.  Make it fun, rather than a chore, and I bet …read more

It’s hard to think about fall when it’s 80+ degrees outside, but think about it I must.  As I’m preparing to flip over another page of the calendar next week, fall is creeping ever closer and closer.
Yesterday I showcased some of the great fall scarves that will pull any outfit together.  But another great cold weather accessory is a hat.
Many people think that they can’t wear hats, but I’ve found that it’s just a matter of looking around to find the best shape for your hair, face shape, and personality.  It looks like this season’s hat are learning toward casual …read more

After tooling around Europe for a few weeks, and then looking at the fall previews in stores, it’s clear that scarves are going to be a top accessories.  They certainly were for spring, and it doesn’t look like there’s any end to this simple fashion trend.
Fall scarves are soft and warm, with fabrics like lightweight cashmere, knits, and silk.  You’ll see muted soft colors, as well as bold and bright shades that will make your eyes and your outfit pop.
Here are a few fall selections for Saks Fifth Avenue:

Marc Jacobs:  This large woven silk and cashmere blend has …read more

Yesterday was the first day of the annual Nordstrom Anniversary Sale.  For some of you that’s really not a big deal, but I’m in Seattle, and here, the sale is a VERY BIG deal.
Growing up, it may have been back-to-school shopping with mom and dad.  In college, it may have been the opportunity to pick up one or two fun pieces for fall.  And for many businesswomen, this is the time to stock up on basic wardrobe items in addition to finding a couple of new fall outfits.
I’m at that in between shopping phase.  I wear a uniform for my …read more

The heat is on, Summer’s here and…where are you?
If you’re at the beach, I hope you packed a few things to make it worth your stay. There’s nothing quite like a day of fun in the sun that turns into disappointment when you left an essential item at home. Sure, you might be able to find the missing piece in town, but wouldn’t it be better if you had everything neatly stowed in your car in preparation for all those great times?
Should you find yourself planning a day at the beach, make sure you remember to pack the following very …read more

Although I wear more gold jewelry than silver. when it comes to finding beautiful silver items, David Yurman creates wonderful signature pieces. While he also works with gold, he is known for his work in silver.
I received a necklace from one of his first collections, and it is one of my most treasured gifts.
Here are 5 reasons to go with silver:

Oval Figaro Chain – An extra long 32-inch length makes this a unique statement piece, and one that you can wear in a variety of ways.  $2,200.
Confetti Topaz Bangle – David Yurman is known for his bangles …read more