It's All in the Details

The details make the outfit your own.  Adding them is the fun part!  These photos are from some of my shoots.

Vintage Rhinestone Jewelry

I love shiny, sparkling, vintage rhinestone jewelry.  It's the perfect party bling!  Add a beautiful statement piece to your little black dress...and you are good to go.  Or pair clear rhinestones with your brightly colored dresses.  It's an easy match.  Here are a few samples of vintage rhinestone pieces from my personal collection.

Vintage rhinestone jewelry is not just for that special event or party. Wear them with your jeans or add a beautiful brooch to your work jacket. (Just remember to avoid getting them wet or they will become cloudy or dull.)

The best places to locate inexpensive vintage rhinestone accessories are on Ebay, at vintage and thrift stores, and at auctions and estate sales.  Look for pieces with unique designs.  Buy only items with clear, unchipped, securely mounted stones.  If you want to make a larger investment, do your homework.  Learn about the early designers.  And be aware that reproductions are abundant.

            

Clip-On Earrings Back in Vogue

These lovely vintage clip-on earrings, a few from my personal collection, are similar to the styles currently seen on runway models and celebrities gracing the covers of major fashion magazines.

These statement making earrings are the go-to accessory for Fall that almost everyone can afford. The large goldtone and pave button earrings above were only $1.00 at the local flea market.  Clip-on earring styles range from casual to all out glamorous.  With such a variety, it's possible to find clip-ons to compliment almost every outfit.  Styles include door knockers, floral, geometric designs, bright enamels, rhinestones, beads, etc.  They can be oversized or average.  In my opinion, texture is the key to a really great earring.  Have fun with this trend, but don't overdo it for the office.  Keep it professional looking.   On your free time, experiment with the oversized and sparkly, even during the day.

Major department stores are carrying a lot more clip-ons.  Also, check at vintage stores or visit your mom and grandmother for some really great finds.