Kensie Jewelry Party

A few weeks ago I was invited to hang out and have a drink, while scoping out the latest jewelry collection from Kensie. Bloggers mingled over treats from both Crumbs Cupcakes and Baked by Melissa. We were also treated to our choice of a pair of super cute Kensie Jeans or lingerie for attending the party (Full disclosure: I was gifted a pair of bright blue skinny jeans).

I learned that Kensie's jewelry collection is pretty darn adorable but also quite affordable with prices starting at just $16 and nothing over $58! There were plenty of pieces that I thought would make great additions to any wardrobe.

Bracelets with chevron patterns are modern and bold. The fringe necklace adds a lot of drama to any outfit for $58.

Tassel beaded necklaces and bib necklaces are playful and add a fun touch of glamor.

Horn shaped jewels and bracelets give a rock and roll vibe.

First Look: doo.ri for Macy's

Jason Wu is not the only designer with a hot upcoming collaboration next month. Designer Doo-Ri Chung is collaborating with Macy's is collaborating as part of their "Impulse" limited-edition collaborations, following in the footsteps of esteemed designers such as Karl Lagerfeld, Giambattista Vali and Matthew Williamson.

Chung's collection launches exclusively at Macy's on February 15, 2012 and features classic trench coats, jersey dresses and separates priced between $39 and $159.  I am loving the bold graphic brushstroke prints, the modern clean silhouettes and the relaxed sense of luxury that is a hallmark of doo.ri style.  My faves are without a doubt the jersey pieces that Chung does best - the LBD and the empire waisted maxi below are perfection!

Macy's Next Designer Collaboration: Doo.Ri

Next up on Macy's designer roster is NY based Doo.Ri!  The collection will include Doo Ri's signature draped jersey, knitwear and prints on dresses, leggings, blouses, and trench coats.  Items are set to be priced from $39 to $159 and the collection will be available starting February 15, 2012.  Here's some sketches of the caspsule collection that were released by WWD.

Skagen Denmark: Fall/Winter 2011 Collection

A couple weeks ago I was invited to check out the Skagen Denmark Watch collections.  Although my closet has expanded in multiple categories throughout the years,  I think my watch collection could stand to grow!  I actually only have one watch that I wear nearly everyday so when it comes to bang for the buck I guess watches work the hardest.

When I first saw the watch collection, I anticipated that the high quality and elegant clean Danish inspired designs, the prices would be reflective.  Fortunately I was pleasantly surprised to find that Skagen watches are definitely very affordable with the majority of styles in the $95-195 category with prices topping out at around $300.

The couple behind the company, Charlotte and Henrik Jorst founded their company after moving from Denmark to the United States in 1989 with the goal of creating beautifully designed high-quality objects at reasonable prices.  Judging from the watches that I had a chance to try on and photograph, mission accomplished.  While snacking on some Danish treats including bread smoked in hay, aquavit butter and lingonberry jam I explored the collection.

With so many watches to look at, my eyes didn’t know what to try on first and suddenly the Rose gold mesh watch jumped out and begged to be touched.  Although Rose Gold is only recently gaining popularity, Skagen has been doing rose gold finishes for years and their watches have just the right tone of softly pink metal.  I was also attracted to the ceramic watches in both black and white that are actually incredibly light weight.  I also was a fan of the matte ceramic for a very different feel.  I also tried on a few watches that had more of a bracelet like feel and feature mother-of-pearl.

A couple of my other favorite watches was the very vintage looking bracelet watch that retails for $145 (actually from the Spring 2011 collection). The Bianca Jagger very 70s gold watch that’s so wrong that it’s right, the pinstriped men’s mesh watches and the solar/light powered watches that take energy from both indoor lights and the sun to store them for operation.

Before leaving the preview I also had a brief look at the rings and had a ball creating my own combinations and stacking them in different combinations.  I loved the metal mesh, enamel and shaped stacking rings that were  flecked with little tiny rhinestones.

You can purchase Skagen watches or jewelry online at Major Department or Specialty Stores and Chains like Nordstrom, Macy's, Bloomingdales, Carson Pirie Scott and Bon Ton.  I’m hoping after I come off my temporary shopping freeze to add a new watch to my wardrobe! How many watches do you own?

Macy*s Impulse x Matthew Williamson

Hot on the tails of Macy’s Impulse and Kinder Aggugini’s collaboration this past February, Macy’s is back with a hot new collaboration with none other than Brit designer Matthew Williamson.

Famed for his jet set, glam and amazing print driven designs, 70s dress silhouettes and sleek separates the designer is now using these elements to create an unique affordable, fun,sexy line inspired by the glamour of Studio 54 with a British attitude. Every item is priced under $300, with the collection topping out at $299 for a leather jacket.  Separates and Dresses for most part will be price between $50 and $120.  The collection will hit be available exclusively at Macy’s stores and Macys.com on April 13, 2011 in limited quantities. 

My personal fave pieces are the yellow one-shoulder bow dress, the firework print dress (pictured above) and the drapey cuffed trousers.  What are you looking forward to checking out?