The great thing about bold jewelry is that it's meant to be exaggerated. It's meant to have a sort of costume appeal to it. Therefore, many of the pieces available are inexpensive, simply a replica of the real thing. Since all it takes is one bold piece to make your outfit stand out, most anyone can afford to get in on this fun trend.

Something About Old books fascinates me, I also adore these bookmarks.

I love the contrast between traditional and modern in this bright open kitchen in Helsinki. Despite it's buttery yellow walls, I feel this space looks quite airy and a little cold (quite Finnish). The ghost chairs have an almost icy effect, especially against the white floor. [via escapade]

Nature-inspired jewelry has become one of the hottest trends in Hollywood today! Tons of celebrities are sporting nature jewelry with both elegant formal wear and casual everyday looks. Snake jewelry is one of the most popular styles of nature-inspired jewelry.

For centuries, people have crafted nature-inspired jewelry in appreciation of the world around them. In the Victorian period, romantic notions about the natural world caused a flourish of nature-inspired jewelry and art. Flower jewelry and images of animals were very popular styles; Victoria herself loved snake jewelry and believed the serpent motif represented fidelity and love. The more people learned about plants, animals, and the oceans, the more they were moved to create nature style jewelry and nature inspired jewelry. [ via www.customjewelrybydesign.com ]

Get the Jewelry Adviser's help and if you cannot choose just one piece for their exquisite line of fine jewelry, try boxed sets as great alternative. Choose from gemstone, diamond or pearl jewelry sets. 3 Piece Jewelry Sets - necklaces, rings and earrings, plus much more. You will surely find that the boxed jewelry sets are a great alternative to buying separate pieces. [via http://www.jewelryadviser.com/]

While millions of dollars worth of jewelry may not be in the cards for you, you might get a kick out of reading about what the stars are wearing for jewelry. Here are some of the latest trends, as well as some of the price tags attached.

Charm bracelets and necklaces have really made a comeback. With all the baby’s born to celebrities lately, the charms are definitely personal and baby related. Designers are working hard to develop more charms geared just towards the stars. Jessica Alba and Nicole Ritchie have worn their newborn’s name etched into beautiful charm pieces.

For the 60th Emmy Awards this year, there was definitely a return to bright colors. There was also a ton of sparkly, shiny jewelry, including teardrop shaped and traditional drop earrings and Perlen rings, as well as some impressive diamond layered necklaces. Gold chandelier and gold vermeil earrings were also seen frequently. Simple, shiny bangles were the chosen accessory, followed closely by diamond tennis bracelets. It’s probably best if the general public sticks with the cubic zirconias if going for these large gems in the bracelets. [via history of movies]

Platinum Guild International (PGI) is an organization dedicated to inspiring a passion for platinum that ensures it is the precious jewelry of choice. We supply information, practical advice and expertise to help jewelry buyers make informed and inspired decisions. We also offer the jewelry trade specialist knowledge and resources, with the aim of providing customers a high level of help and advice in store.

This is an advertising blog..right?It's all about putting data together so it can be easily found by you my dears, but it doesn't mean it has to be all too impersonal, does it? I mean why should it? Well the reason I started the post this way is because I just began watching "Julie/Julia", you may have seen the movie about an american woman who decides to cook her way through Julia Child's , the "woman who taught the Americans how to cook",cookbook, while blogging about it. So of course, just like every time I feel inspired, I started to invent a new mission and just like Julie I began to blog..here and now.

1. ALEXIS BITTAR Extra Large Moon Dust Clip On Earrings
2. ALEXIS BITTAR Large Moon Dust Abalone Hinge Bracelet
3. ALEXIS BITTAR Large Smoky Quartz Baguette Ring in Gold
4. ALEXIS BITTAR Vanderbilt Deco Hinge Cuff Bracelet
5. ALEXIS BITTAR Large Moon Dust Hoop Earrings in Gold
6. ALEXIS BITTAR Celestial Ocean Hinge Bracelet in Gold
7. ALEXIS BITTAR Swarovski Mosaic Rope Earrings
8. ALEXIS BITTAR Large Oval Swarovski Crystal Mosaic Hinge Bracelet

Yep, we love it!

Modelled by fresh face Heidi Mount, who opened the Chanel RTW SS09 catwalk, I am falling for the understated yet so elegant Chanel LBD above, the subtle salmon-pink tones to anticipate spring and give a healthy glow to anyone’s complexion here and the delicate navy military blazer here.Heidi is perfect with the squiff and the smokey eye – a rock and party look on her innocent face. Love it!

Yup, we love them. Bold and adorable, that how we like them. Get them goin' with a pair oh high heals and a LBD.