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My ultra cool, well connected cousin from New York, has invited me on a trip to Sweden, where we will be staying in an ambassador’s house. My cousin through his good schooling, has rubbed shoulders with celebrities and such like for many of his 25 years. However, he seems totally unimpressed and underwhelmed by it all. He has driven his younger brother David and I to distraction when he ‘forgets’ to tell us that he went to a party and discussed basketball with Denzel Washington, has been invited to Paris to stay with one of his old college friends, whose father,  lives next door to Johnny Depp. He never bothered to mention that he was invited to meet Beyonce by Jay Z at their house. He has just returned from Isabella Rosselini’s house in Paris, invited by her glamorous daughter Electra. He is ever so blase about visiting the Hamptons whenever he goes.

Well I finally had enough and demanded that I be invited along somewhere or else! So we’re off to Sweden in the New Year. Now I know this trip does not necessarily involve meeting any Hollywood stars or even Johnny Depp, but I’m working on it. At least I will be staying in plush surroundings.  I also realize that at sub zero temperatures I have very little fashion scope to try and look glam. So I have decided that my only glam option is jewelery. Even if I am wrapped up in warm clothing to my eyeballs, I am hoping that these following pieces will help me twinkle a little bit!

Sterling Silver Star Earrings from Monaco, $117.59

Filligree Earrings, $17.82

I will definitely look the part in this icy Charm Bracelet, handmade in Greece:

You can find all of these wonderful gems at Farfallina.

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The new Bond movie, Quantum of Solace, is not THAT bad! I highly recommend seeing it, if for no other reason than the exotic Olga Kurylenko, the newest Bond love interest. While she’s no Halle Berry, Olga plays a mean, troubled with a soft side lover, and sports some powerful looking shoulders. While the true Bond girl fashion of the pseudo-manly tank top and cargo pants is still featured in this film, Olga’s introductory look is quite a statement. It deserves an award, but unfortunately I couldn’t find a full on picture online. So here’s a description: orange tank top, short brown bulb skirt, heavy gold jewelry and silver roman sandals. While the weather may not be attune to this look for New Englanders like myself, maybe some of our other readers will be able to profit this look:

Orange Tank-Top from Old Navy

Skirt: Target

                                                                          
Necklace: Target

Sandals: Ami Club Wear

                                                                   

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For any of you who are back in school, it’s highly likely that you may be suffering from a classic case of back to school blues. But not to fret my friends, a good dose of fashion just might do the trick.

This week’s look is from Marc Jacobs’ Fall 2008 show. It was really the only thing that popped out at me from the collection, which consisted of some very masculine looks overall. I like the whole collared shirt under v-neck sweater thing for fall.

Although quite preppy, one can’t help but feel polished and pulled together when sporting such a style.

  Nic & Zoe “Dotty” Cardigan $119, Nordstrom.com

   Adidas by Stella McCartney knit golf sweater $180, Nordstrom.com

   The Oxford shirt by Gap $24.99, gap.com

   Marc by Marc Jacobs ‘Marc’ scripted necklace $68.60, Bloomingdales.com

Our Heroine bootie by Seychelles $100, Piperlime.com

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SheFinds ponders the bizarre phenomenon of leech therapy: the latest crazy beauty ritual taking Hollywood by storm.

The Beauty Brains reveal a rainbow of hair colors from natural plant dyes.

Top Button knows that April brings showers, so snag a Twelve by Twelve Modernist Metallic Trench to stay dry and look cute doing it!

SeenON! gets inspired by the jewelry of Lipstick Jungle by devouring Justin Giunta’s Subversive Jewelry for Target collection.

Girlawhirl gets a case of sticker shock while shopping.

This week on Smarter Fashion we covered:

Alyssa Milano is not only beautiful, but she’s also a business GENIUS! We found some of her MLB women’s wear on sale just in time for the start of the season! 

We had some April Fool’s Day fun then gave you a great clutch deal…..

…& a stretchy denim deal.

ShopTwinkle.com has super cute jewelry for great prices!

Check out these handmade earrings from ShopTwinkle.com.  They are super cute & reasonably priced.  Here are some of my faves: 

             Cafe Con Leche Earrings: $18.00                           Espresso Earrings: $18.00

I love the earthy colors & the tear drop style of these earrings.  I also now have a craving for Cafe Con Leche Cheesecake!

              Flora Chandelier Earrings: $24.00                        Peacock Earrings: $25.00

I love chandelier earrings & these will bring color to a “boring” outfit.  These peacock earrings are pretty unique.  I’m sure you will get many compliments wearing these.

Some of the jewelry on ShopTwinkle.com is customizable. 

Take these Lily Earrings: $21.00

If you don’t like this color, but love the style you can pick from a variety of other colors like Amethyst, Blue Zircon or Sapphire.

Twinkle also carries equally stylish handmade necklaces & bracelets.  Check out their entire collection of jewelry here.

Find more earrings on Smarter.com here.

SheFinds wonders how far would you go for trendy chiseled cheekbones?

The Beauty Brains ask a very important question: Is breast milk soap appealing or appalling?

SeenON! wants you to look good for Spring with their giveaway from Fidelity Denim and LeDoux Swimwear

Top Button adores the Herve Leger bandage dress Kate Beckinsale squeezed into…a perfect glam look!

Girlawhirl can’t wait to throw on these summer clothes.

From pale neutrals to ultra bright patent, StyleBakery.com shows us the season’s hottest handbags for every budget.

This week on Smarter Fashion we covered:

If you appreciate vintage style here are some great vintage style rings for pretty good prices.

One comfy shoe deal….

…and a navy dress deal.

Give your waredrobe a brilliant spring boost with theses great yellow handbags, shoes & jewelry.

If you love vintage style jewelry & don’t want to pay crazy prices, here are some affordable vintage rings:                                 

                                                       Filigree Estate Ring: $18.00

                                          Sterling Silver Vintage Flower CZ Ring: $29.99

                                                                 Carved Rose Ring: $16.00

                                     Vintage Style Sterling Silver Filigree Flower Ring: $29.00

                                    Sterling Silver Marcasite & Orange Enamel Ring: $69.98

                                                            Deco Silver Marasite Ring: $42.00

                                                Sterling Silver Vintage Style Filigree Band: $24.00

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Kenneth Jay Lane, $75

One of summer’s most luscious trends is of the fruit variety. From strawberries to watermelons, fruit jewelry is starting to pop up everywhere. Fruity bobbles are really versatile–you can wear them casually or as a fun touch to more formal ensembles. I’m partial to Kenneth Jay Lane’s apple pendant, which is simple and unexpected with its mix of green and gold. Which one do you have a taste for?

“Jewels of Fruit” Diamond Banana Pendant $169.99

Juicy Couture, $42

Sterling Silver Cherries with Ruby CZ Charm, $10.99

Enameled Crystal Watermelon Slice Earrings, $19.98