If you’ve ever seen the film ‘You’ve got Mail’ you’ll realize how romantic letters can be. But sometimes sending mail is difficult, and getting your message across can harder.

So when i came across this gorgeous bracelet on Etsy, i knew it was a must-have for anyone wanting to say the three words ‘I Love You’ in a understated but romantic way.

Decorated with ‘large, sparkly aqua blue faceted quartz bead’ the envelope is engraved with ‘I Love You’ which can be viewed via a clasp. Secret messages aren’t just for kids!

The best bit of all is that the bracelets are literally ‘limited edition’. Handmade and designed the bracelets are rarely in stock due to high demand, but if you want one of the gorgeous bracelets get on it as there is one left at the moment!

$22.50 for one seems like a small price to pay for a permanent declaration of your feelings, no?

Find more at:

http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=94500

Designer bracelets are a great addition to any wardrobe. They add a splash of color to an otherwise conservative ensemble, jazz up your favorite jeans and (almost) add dignity and distinction to your Sunday sweats. Today’s designer bracelets are going in a whole new direction than those we’ve seen in the past, and on today’s fast paced fashion scene anything goes.

The problem is, like anything with the term “designer” stuck in front of it, designer bracelets tend to come complete with designer style and a designer price tag-and since the men and women doing the designing are the best in their field that design doesn’t come cheap. If you’re not making a six figure income (and have nothing better to spend it on than designer jewelry) you might find that many retailed designer bracelets are so far out of your price range you might have caught a glimpse of their shadow as they went sailing on by.

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If you’ve ever had to buy jewelry for a younger loved one,then you know how difficult it is to find a gift that’s age appropriate yet stylish.Don’t fret I’ve found a designer that makes jewelry for young ladies, Molly Brown.

Molly Brown’s jewelry is made using precious metals, gemstones that were chosen for their clarity,color and lustre.The collection has whimsical names such as Jelly Tot , Aurora Fairy, and Jelly Bean.Molly Brown has a great selection of beautiful Aurora Fairy Bracelets perfect for a young girl who love everything dainty.The Aurora Collection was inspired from the classic fairytale sleeping beauty. Each fairy brings a different gift represented in the form of a pearl;the gift of love, the gift of beauty and the gift of song.The sterling sliver fairy pendent bracelets are priced at £75.00 available in three colors, pink, blue and peppermint. Visit Molly Brown London to check out more of her jewelry pieces.

www.lusterforever.com has a great selection of sterling sliver and pearl bracelets.

The true irony is that Murano never started out as a “Glass Island”. It was just another island until the Venetian Republic decided that Venice’s glassblowers were going to set the city ablaze and ordered them to move their foundries to the island. Before long, Murano’s glass makers were so well respected that they were granted the right to wear swords, protected from prosecution and allowed to marry into the Venetian upper crust, something that was unheard of for the daughter of an artisan at that time.

Murano Winged Lion Mosaic

Have you ever wondered what it is about Italy that makes it a place of mystery and romance and a trendsetter in the fashion market? It is what it is because Italy’s craftsmen have been doing it right since the 13^th century, and they  aren’t about to stop now! Nothing makes a statement like handblown Murano glass from the island of Murano in the Venetian Lagoon, the island that has become famous among artisans and lovers of fine imports as “The Glass Island”.

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From Hearts to Crosses, Lust Forever has some striking jewelry that consist of Bracelet »”>Silver Bracelets, Charm Bracelets, Ankle and Leather Bracelets.

This first piece is absolutely adorable. The Sterling Silver Pavé Heart Charm Bracelet ($89.95) is a stunner. On the site’s description it states that accessory would be perfect for Valentine’s Day. In my opinion this bracelet is great for all year round, wouldn’t you agree? Just look at it! The Sterling Silver pave heart charm is coated in A cubic zirconium. In addition is open rhodium-plated sterling silver bracelet links, which give it a great look overall.

Next up is the 925 Silver Pearl & Cross Charms Heart Toggle Bracelet ($74.95). This bracelet that will make you the center of attention and no doubt turn heads. The CZ Cross, Heart, and Pearls are perfectly crafted, a must have for this year.

925 Sterling Silver 13-Charms Link Bracelet consist of 13 different, but very gorgeous charms which make this stylish and a definite eye grabber. The bracelet is available for a reasonable price of $59.95.

You’d have to be living under a rock, if you haven’t heard the name Robert Cavalli. The Italian designer is considered a legend in the fashion world. His designs usually range from casual to high fashion. He’s designed items for some of the world’s most famous musical artist-Whitney Houston, Mary J. Blige, Jennifer Lopez, and U2 to name a few. Roberto Cavalli boutiques are located in Milan, New York, Capri, Miami, Las Vegas and Saint Tropez.

Today I picked out three eye-catching Animal Bracelets designed by Cavalli himself. The first item is a two headed giraffe bracelet. This stunner was engraved and coated in metal gold.Currently Eluxury has the Giraffe Bracelet marked down at $269.00.

Next is the Two-Headed Snake Bracelet embedded in snake-like scales. The top has two stones, and is priced at $225.00.

The last item, which is my favorite out the three, is the black and gold Elephant Bracelet. Like the other two animal bracelets, it’s Antiqued and enameled in gold metal. The top features two shiny elephant heads with tusks. The Elephant Bracelet costs $419.00. If you ask me, it’s well worth the price.

Regardless of what bracelet you choose, you’re sure to turn heads and make a statement. Robert Cavalli designed a new line appropriately titled Just Cavali. You can preview it here.

New jewelry for all ages

Ok so I was asking many of my fashionista friends what is the hot new trend in jewelry today! Well I have something for you. Let me introduce you to Tutu Luv Me Lip Gloss Charm Collection.

(Here is a picture of TUTU Luv Me Bracelet)

I love this product because Tutu Luv Me Lip Gloss Charms are a Nickel and Lead free. It has a lip-gloss filled heart charm and a plastic mirror instead. I think this is the best thing candy necklace! The best thing about The Tutu Luv Me Collection is that it was inspired and created by Dasia Aigner (a 10 year old girl from Willingboro, NJ) and her dad Marcus C. Dawson Sr.

The meaning of Tutu Luv Me is Teach U to Teach Us. Tutu Luv Me collection will include shirts for boys and girls. The TUTU Luv Me slogans that will appear on the shirts will be “Do good in school because I Luv Me” or “No drugs because I Luv Me. The TuTu line also includes a bracelet with a heart charm, a necklace with a heart charm and a dog-tag style necklace, also with a charm. All of the jewelry pieces include lip-gloss charm.

I personally like this charm because it is stylish and fun. The design is very chic and simple. Plus $2 from the sale goes to the local PTA. For more information go to http://www.tutuluvme.com/

Let’s face it–pulling off some of the couture looks of the runway isn’t all that easy to do in anyone’s day-to-day work life or personal life.  But there is one new runway trend that can be adapted to real life–the jewelry.

The hot new jewelry trend that filled the Spring/Summer 2009 runway shows?  Statement jewelry.  The runways of Giambattista Valli, Christian Dior, Christian Lacroix, Chanel, Roberto Cavalli, and many more were filled with models wearing ornate and exotic necklaces, chunky bangles and elegant cuff bracelets.  This type of look is one you can easily bring to your wardrobe!

On the left is a necklace from Giambattista Valli’s 2009 Spring collection.  Gorgeous, isn’t it?  Yet I doubt many people would have an occasion to wear such an elaborate piece.  A statement necklace like the one on the right by Bounkit for Vivre can give the same strong effect and fits right in with the trend.

The statement necklace above isn’t exactly inexpensive (it normally sells for close to $1000), but it goes without saying that a piece like this is well worth the money.  Imagine how much mileage you would get out of a necklace like this during the spring and summer this year!

The bracelets seen on the runway were made of all sorts of materials.  Traditional gold and silver is, of course, always in style.  But the bold, chunky bangles and cuffs were also offered in more exotic materials–anything from enamel to wood to wool and much more was fair game.

Take a look at these bracelets (from left, Louis Vuitton, Burberry, and The House of Dereon–Beyonce’s fashion line):

You can find some great options for adding a style statement to your wrists this spring and summer–and the choices are pretty much endless.  Go with designer pieces like those above if you like, or go vintage and stack some Bakelite bangles on.  Try a lacy cuff or a couple of colorful chunky bracelets.  Here are a few good sources for finding some new pieces for this season:

Topshop.com has several designer-inspired pieces at not-so-designer prices.  Check out my fave, a rhinestone leopard bracelet:

Etsy.com is a treasure trove of handmade, one-of-a-kind pieces.  There is such a huge selection of jewelry on this site, so shop when you have some time to browse.  Here’s an exotic kingwood bangle I found for only $36:

I also like www.shopkitson.com as a source for bracelets.  They carry a wide range of styles, many of which are from well-known jewelry designers such as Alexis Bittar, Rafia & Bossa, and The House of Harlow (Nicole Richie’s line).  I especially like this black cuff from Tommassini:

Looking for the best fashion gift ideas for teenage girls?  Here are trendy togs and accessories for teen girls on the go.

Trendy Tunic Tops

Tunic tops are a whole new range of a fashionable way to add beauty and style in the modern means yet with a classy touch of elegant tradition.  They are typically available in various fabrics and a variety of embroidery work.  Tunics are best with jeans, leggings, or skirts, and are perfect with hot metallic flats. (more…)

Do you know the difference between “Top Grained Leather” and “Full Grained Leather”? or “Embossed Leather” and “Split Leather”?  We all get confused when we look at the label of a leather article.  Sometimes, even the salesman at boutique can’t give us a straight answer.

I have a good article that talks about what to look for in Bracelet »”>leather bracelets.  I find it very useful in identifying different leathers.

“What to look for in Leather Bracelet”