New In

Never one to resist a nice piece of  jewelry, I added a couple of  new items to my collection.

Marc by Marc Jacobs Standard Supply ID Bracelet, $39.99 (the same style with silver hardware is also available)

Milor Italy 18k Gold Plated Bronze Cubic Zirconia Initial Letter Necklace, $29.99
(tjmaxx.com)

The Next Big Thing?

The choker. According to fashion insiders, it's currently one of the hottest pieces in neckwear. Elle Magazine shares four ways to wear it, as well as items to shop.

Accessorize like a pro by wearing the necklace over a turtleneck.

Layer your choker with a long, beaded necklace for a la bohème vibe.

Even a basic denim jacket and t-shirt are upgraded with the addition of a choker.

Toughen up a feminine dress with a shirred ribbon-as-necklace tied around your neck.

Jacquie Aiche S&H Moonstone Triangle Choker, $1,750; jacquieaiche.com

Gucci Grosgrain Neck Bow, $135; gucci.com

Fallon Monarch Leather Wrap Choker, $375;barneys.com

Child of Wild Snake Charmer Leather Choker, $140; childofwild.com

ASOS Curve Basic Double Cord Choker Necklace, $7; asos.com

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New In

That darn T.J. Maxx is a dangerous store---for me at least! I never seem to make it past the jewelry counter. Unfortunately for me, the handbags, jewelry and perfumes are all in the same area, so there's no way that I can pass one without seeing the other! Oh the things that a girl has to endure! Most often I can escape the handbag area without anything, but never the jewelry!

You know how it is this time of year---the jewelry cases are stuffed with so much more, to entice those weaklings like myself. Well at least I'm not paying full price! Anyhoo, I found some things that I just had to have. They're updated pieces, so I'm good with it. If you like Gorjana jewelry, check your local store, or tjmaxx.com---there's a pretty good variety. There are also a few pieces under the clearance tab. Happy shopping!!

Gorjana White Stone + 18kt Gold Plated Attached Bracelet + Ring

I picked this up at T.J. Maxx yesterday, and couldn't be more pleased. There are so many styles out there right now, but I wanted a simple, quality piece. A couple of weeks ago, I featured a similar style by Gorjana (at tjmaxx.com for $19.99) that I also liked, but this one appealed to me more because of the rhinestone accents. Both are available at saksoff5th.com, marked down from $90 to $39.99.

Photo: lyst.com

Kate Spade New York "One In A Million" Initial Bangle

I also ran across this in T.J. Maxx as well. I love the fact that it's a bit more "fitted" than the usual bangle. When layering, they pretty much stay in place. One side bears the inital, and the other side reads "One In A Million." While this particular one is sold out online, shopbop.com has one that's pretty much the same.

photo: tjmaxx.com

Gorjana Crescent White Stone + 18kt Gold Plated Pendant Necklace

There was no way that I was going to leave this one lying around in the store! This style is also available at tjmaxx.com for $24.99 and saksoff5th.com, marked down from $90 to $34.99

Gianni Bini Mini Satchel and "no name" faux fur key fob/handbag charm.

Last Sunday, Dillards offered an additional 50% off previously reduced items, and this bag called my name. It's always a must, that I inject some color into my wardrobe. It's the perfect bag for adding the latest in key fobs or charms. I found this one at T.J. Maxx. After I bought it, I found others at macys.com (mainly Michael Kors--includes faux fur styles), and toryburch.com. I've added some of my favorites below.

Tory Burch Kachina Doll Tassel Key Fob, $150

Kira Mini Key Fob, $115

797 Shearling Mini Bag Key Fob, $80.50

Bird Coin Case Key Fob, $115

Cherry Pouch Key Fob, $115
(toryburch.com)

Fossil Leather
Tassel Bag
Chaem, $38

Fossil Monster
Bag
Charm
$48

Fossil Knot Leather
Bag Charm, $38
(macys.com)

Apt. 9 Mini Heart
Pouch, $13.20
Also in black
(kohls.com)

For The Season

Instyle Magazine, shares some of the hottest accessories trends for the upcoming holiday season.

HEADGEAR

And we don’t mean the thing you wear with your braces. Nothing says festive like a head adornment, so if you aren’t rocking a Santa hat or antlers, try one of these.

Maison Michel rabbit ears, $519; fwrd.com. Avigail Adam headband, $45; shopbop.com. Eugenia Kim headband, $90; eugeniakim.com. 

STATEMENT NECKLACES

What does every LBD need? A statement necklace, of course. The louder, the better.

River Island choker, $45; asos.com. American Eagle collar necklace, $23; ae.com. 

PEARL-EMBELLISHED PIECES

You don’t have to wear your granny’s necklace to be a lady! Try a bolder choker or even pearl-accented footwear.

Moschino pumps, $595; bloomingdales.com. Edge of Ember necklace, $217; wolfandbadger.com. Nicholas Kirkwood sandals, $695, barneys.com. 

PATENT EXTRAS

The holidays are a time for sparkle and shine—patent brings the shine.

Diane von Furstenberg bag, $198; dvf.com. Saint Laurent bootie, $845; ysl.com. Tamara Mellon pumps, $695;nordstrom.com. Marc Jacobs bag, $1,773; mytheresa.com.

LACE-ACCENTED ACCESSORIES

Get a jump on the resort lingerie trend by wearing lace on your shoes or bag.

Diane von Furstenberg clutch, $248; nordstrom.com. Raye pumps, $225; revolveclothing.com. Valentino clutch, $1,353; theoutnet.com. Jimmy Choo pumps, $750; luisaviaroma.com.

JEWELED BOX CLUTCHES

These clutches bring some serious bling. They will liven up just about anything.

Alexander McQueen clutch, $575; ssense.com. Judith Leiber clutch, $5,195; neimanmarcus.com.

VELVET, VELVET, VELVET!

Add a bit of rocker chic to your look with velvet accessories. Extra points for wearing any of these with leather.

Rochas flats, $695; shoescribe.com. Express scarf, $30; express.com. Givenchy bag, $2,495;luisaviaroma.com.

CHIC TIMEPIECES

Never be late to a party again, especially if you have a gorgeous watch on your wrist.

Coach watch, $250; coach.com. Michael Kors watch, $395; michaelkors.com. Tory Burch watch, $595;toryburch.com.

COPPER

These accessories take home the bronze, but you'll still be a winner in our book. 

Noir necklace, $575; noirnyc.com. Asos clutch, $27; asos.com.

CHAIN MAIL

Time to get your Khaleesi on. Rock a body chain over a white tee or a simple dress and watch the compliments roll in.

BCBG body chain, $181; bcbg.com. Topshop body chain, $60; topshop.com.

BIG RINGS

As Drake says, “We need some really big rings.” We do! We really do.

Alexis Bittar ring, $245; alexisbittar.com. Bauble Bar ring, $48; baublebar.com. Thalia Sodi ring, $25;macys.com. Bling Jewelry ring, $40; blingjewelry.com.

EMOJIS!

What have emojis taught us? They are better than words, right? Let your accessories do all the talking.

Kida Jewelry necklace, $4,530; ilovekdia.com. Ryan Porter bracelet, $86; shopryanporter.com. Yazbukey clutch, $1,000; farfetch.com. Anya Hindmarch clutch, $1,372; boutique1.com.

BLACK AND GOLD

This timeless combination is made for the holidays.

Laura Fed clutch, $336; graziashop.com. Via Spiga pumps, $295; viaspiga.com.

LOOK-AT-ME EARRINGS

A very stylish woman once told me that you are either a necklace girl or an earrings girl, but cannot be both. Choose wisely.

Kate Spade earrings, $98; katespade.com. Fallon earrings, $220; fallonjewelry.com.

GLITTER ON

Glitter gets everywhere, but it’s worth it.

Ann Taylor flats, $98; anntaylor.com. Christian Louboutin pumps, $695; christianlouboutin.com. Skinny Dip bag, $46; skinnydiplondon.com. Sophia Webster sandals, $640; matchesfashion.com. Fendi flats, $650; farfetch.com.

FLAT FANCY

These are the shoes you wear when you’ve had it up to here with heels.

Dolce & Gabbana flats, $800; harrods.com. Charlotte Olympia flats, $625; charlotteolympia.com. Roger Vivier flats, $675; theluxer.com. Dune London loafer, $141; dunelondon.com.

FURRY FRIENDS

A little fur goes a long way in terms of adding dimension to your look.

Yves Salmon scarf, $850; intermixonline.com. Opening Ceremony earrings, $300; openingceremony.us. Privileged pumps, $92; shopakira.com. Aquazzura sandals, $876; matchesfashion.com. Fendi watch, $950;neimanmarcus.com.

GOLD MEMBER

Setting the gold standard for holiday dressing.

Lana earrings, $580; bergdorfgoodman.com. John Hardy bracelet, $3,300; bloomingdales.com. Jimmy Choo clutch, $895; jimmychoo.com. Jessica Simpson sandals, $119; nordstrom.com.

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Just Some of The Reasons.......

That I love T.J. Maxx! Jewelry, jewelry and more jewelry! From time to time, I do order online, but most often I buy in-store. It's like hunting for buried treasure! This time of year they add even more for holiday shopping, and it's insane! I often sing their praises, because they carry some of the most unique, and quality sterling silver and gold plated jewelry. I've featured some online favorites.

Isabella M Rhodium
Plated Sterling Silver
Bar X Ring, $24.99

Gorjana 18kt Gold Plated
Brass Zoe Ring to
Wrist Cuff, $19.99

Isabella M Rhodium
Plated Sterling Silver
Filigree Ring, $39.99

Meredith Leigh 14kt
Gold Double
Pearl Ring
$159.99

Isabella M Rhodium
Plated Sterling Silver
Curved Pearl Crawler
Earrings, $16.99

Reebok Unisex
44 mm Swag White
on White
Watch, $79.99

Escada Cubic Zirconia
Logo Gold Plated
Ring, $99.99

YS Sterling Silver
and Rough
Amethyst Ring
$24.99

Escada Sterling
Silver Cutout
Logo Band
Ring, $79.99

Rachel Zoe Gold Plated
Links Bracelet, $29.99

Judith Ripka
Sterling Silver
Canary Crystal
and White
Sapphire Ring
$149.99

Rachel Zoe Gold
Plated Crystal
Necklace, $39.99

Mia Fiore Gold
Plated Quatrefoil
Open Ring
$24.99

Escada Sterling Silver
Logo Thick Ring
$179.99

Rachel Zoe Gold Plated
and Crystal Two-finger
Ring, $29.99

Escada Gold Plated
Sterling
Silver
Interchangeable
Channel
Set
Ring,
 $129.99

Ellen Tracy Women's
Crystal Navy Dial
Silver Tone Plated
Stainless Steel
Watch, $69.99

Rachel Zoe Gold Plated
Crystal Collar Necklace
$39.99

Isabella M Rhodium
Plated Sterling Silver
Crossover Band
Design Ring
$49.99

Adrienne Vittadini Women's
Rose Gold Tone and
Crystal Case Watch
With Burgundy
Strap, $24.99

Judith Ripka Sterling
Silver Canary Crystal
and White Sapphire
Fleur Ring, $99.99

Adrienne Vittadini
Women's Rose
Gold Tone
Watch with
Faux Leather
Strap, $24.99

Devin Rose Gold
Plated Sterling Silver
Open Bubble Ring
$24.99

Devin Rose Rhodium
Plated Sterling Silver
Pavé Disc Ring
$49.99

Paige by Paige Novick 14kt
Rose Gold Plated Brass Pink
Agate Earrings, $79.99

Reebok Unisex
44 mm Di-R Block
Party Watch
$59.99

Gucci Sterling Silver
Trademark Heart
Necklace, $129.99

Judith Ripka Sterling
Silver Canary Crystal
and Blue Quartz
Ring, $99.99

Milor Italy 18kt Rose
Gold Plated Bronze
Crossover Ring
$49.99

Ferragamo Women's Swiss
Made Grancino Deco
Patent Leather Watch
$379.99

Movado Women's
Swiss Made Diamond
and Mother of
Pearl Watch
$649.99

Escada Sterling Silver
White and Black Wave
Logo Ring, $199.99

Gucci Sterling Silver
Trademark Heart
Stud Earrings
$99.99

Jules Smith Sterling Silver
Plated Spiral Crystal
Bracelet, $24.99

Devin Rose Gold Plated
Sterling Silver Pearl
Front to Back
Earrings
$16.99

I bought these, and they're beautiful!

Ellen Tracy Women's Floral
Dial Rose Gold Tone
Plated Stainless Steel
Watch, $69.99

Reebok Unisex 41 mm Workout
Z1g Cool Grey and Citrus
Glow Watch, $79.99

Isabella M Rhodium Plated
Sterling Silver Dangle Crawler
Earrings, $19.99

Isabella M Rhodium Plated
Sterling Silver Multi Cubic
Zirconia V Ring
$49.99

Rachel Zoe Gold Plated
Crystal Horn Necklace
$39.99

Adrienne Vittadini
Women's Two-tone
Watch with Black
Dial and Crystal
Case, $24.99

Nakamol Agate and Gold
Leather Multi Wrap
Bracelet, $29.99

Devin Rose Rhodium
Plated Sterling Silver
Leaf Front to Back
Earrings, $19.99

Isabella M Gold Plated
Sterling Silver Polished
Row Ring, $34.99

Gucci Sterling Silver Trademark
Heart and Butterfly Bracelet
$99.99

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