Naming Names: Stella & Dot

Are you familiar with the names Stella & Dot? I had heard a little about their jewelry line about a year ago, but I never gave it much thought. It seemed to me like a cheesy, tupperware party type of gimmick. I wasn't sure what type of "style" could be found in something that seemed, on the surface, generic and...old-ladyish.

This was all until my friend Margaret became a Stella & Dot stylist. Marg is one of the cutest, most put together girls I know, so I had to come see the goods for myself when she and my friend Bethany hosted a trunk show earlier this week.

I was amazed by all the goodies she had for us to play with and try on! These pieces ranged from the uber-preppy pearls and diamonds (not necessarily my thing) to the gloriously art deco and vintage (now we're talking).

Heirloom Deco Bracelet, $89

Stella Vintage Link Bracelet, $79
So, I'm partial to bracelets, as you can see. But there are more ooooh and ahhh worthy accessories here to showcase.

Garden Party Chandelier Earrings, $54

Penelope Necklace, $69
Of course, you know I couldn't walk away from Bethany's trunk show empty handed...so I treated myself to a sweet little 14K gold charm bracelet to add to my stack of bangles. Here's a janky photo of my new addition:

I'm looking forward to adding on to my charm bracelet with charms like these:

Initial Charms, $34

Whimsical Charms, $39 (I especially love the feather charm!)
I can't wait to see what new styles Stella & Dot comes up with in the coming month. I guarantee my new charm bracelet won't be my only purchase from them!

Have you ever bought anything from Stella & Dot? What are your favorite pieces? And if you like what you see here or on the Stella & Dot website, please don't hesitate to contact my girl Margaret Bracey...she's at mebracey@gmail.com and would be happy to order any beautiful baubles for you!

Update! Calypso Online 20% Off Sale

Oh happy day!

To piggyback on my post below, I just got a sweet little nugget of info in my inbox from the lovely folks at Calypso.

From now until August 1, enter code SS20 at checkout to receive 20% off EVERYTHING from their online store (just how DO they photograph their clothing like it's floating?)

I'm pretty much obsessed with this Etnik Pendant by SLV Jewelry which would come out to a just under $40 with the discount (started out at $95)!



You know I'm all about those long necklaces - they make you look taller!

Fave Finds: Shop It to Me

Loving these skirts by French Connection and Diane von Furstenberg for totally different reasons. On my pear shaped body type, the French Connection Story Skirt ($69.99, orig. $128) is a perfect fit for work. I'd pair this bright mini with a subdued grey silk tank or perhaps a flutter-sleeve, printed blouse with flats for the office (this skirt also comes in black, but I've GOT to stay away from more black skirts...I have three!)

Our DVF mini is well over 50% off at $90.04, originally priced at $225. Animal prints are always in style when done tastefully, and it doesn't get much more classy than DVF! Pair it with a ruffle collar blouse and simple cardigan for work; switch it up at night with a casual cook grey tank and chunky gold necklace and heels for drinks when you're off the clock.

Finally I have always loved peacock feathers and their colors, so I had to highlight this amazing feather bangle from Tory Burch, just $32. I would love to see this with several more gold bangles stacked up my arm!

Hangin' Tough

J. Crew's seasonal collections can be hit or miss for me. I remember absolutely loving their fall collection last year, enjoying all their twists on cardigans and scoring a couple from my Christmas wish list. But since that time, I have not been drawn to shop there as much. Maybe it's because I've found other wonderful places to shop since moving to Atlanta or maybe it's because I feel like so many of J. Crew's pieces are meant to fit on tall, stringy girls with boyish figures. And this is so far from my shape that I don't even try on skirts, pants or shorts from there anymore.

But one thing J. Crew (and Victoria's Secret) does do quite well is the art of the sale. And if you're trying to spend $100 or less, you should probably worship at the Church of Jenna Lyons.

Using an oversize v-neck white or grey tee & gold sandals (you surely already own), try this combo of feminine and tough for a casual summer outing. Click to enlarge!



L to R: 5" Chino Short, $23.60; Printed Lieutenant Jacket, $39.99; Ribbon & Rope Necklace, $15.99; Vachetta Grommet Belt, $15.60 - Price reflects the 20% off summer sale promo with code SUMMER20, valid til 11:59pm EST June 9!