Holiday Wishlist: Kate Spade

If the Duchess of Cambridge were an American princess, I have no doubt that we’d be seeing her in pieces from Kate Spade, a retailer that features fun twists on classic shapes and designs for the young and the young at heart. While they’re perhaps best known for their handbags, the company also makes jewelry. Here are five of my favorite pieces currently for sale…

Love the modern fringe necklaces worn by the Swedish royal ladies? The Meteor Shower Statement Necklace is an equally fun take on the classic fringe design. ($498)

The company’s collections are always stocked with simple bangle bracelets featuring cheeky secret messages — the enamel and gold-plated Heart of Gold Idiom Bangle is a reminder to be beautiful both inside and out. ($32)

The Small Square Stud Earrings come in nine different colors, but because they’re costume, you can afford to own as many pairs as you like. The navy blue pair, with their luminous sapphire hue, are really speaking to me. ($38)

‘Tis the season to wear a watch with a band so glittery and so sparkly that you won’t be able to stop staring at your own wrist! Even better, the Pave Interchangeable Strap Metro Watch also comes with a navy band for slightly less effervescent occasions. ($225)

If you’re a loveable four-eyes like me, you might want to honor your nearsightedness with the Goreski Glasses Ring — it’s almost too cute. ($48)

Are any of Kate Spade’s jewelry pieces calling your name this holiday season?

Disclaimer: I was not compensated for writing this post in any way, and Kate Spade did not sponsor it. The opinions expressed here are solely mine.

Holiday Wishlist: Cartier

What can I say that you don’t already know about Cartier? The name is synonymous with some of the most glamorous and glittering jewelry ever made, and the collections of royals around the world are stocked with Cartier pieces. Just in case you’ve got a LOT (a LOT) of holiday money lying round, here are five of my favorite pieces from the house’s current collections.

Part of the Flora and Fauna collection, the Parrot Motif Brooch features sapphires, diamonds, mother-of-pearl, and a single emerald set in yellow gold. Fancy and fun! ($44,200)

I am legitimately in love with the white gold and diamond Caresse d’orchidées par Cartier Necklace. Sending out wedding invitations tomorrow. ($54,000)

The Paris Nouvelle Vague Earrings have everything. Rose gold? Check. Diamonds? Check. Gorgeous modern design? Oh, check… ($69,500)

Modeled on the company’s famous trinity ring, the Trinity Bracelet is a fun, bejeweled puzzle that would be an absolute joy to wear. (Price on request)

You could tie a piece of string around your finger to help you remember something important — or you could slip on the white gold Entrelaces Ring. Not a tough choice. ($1,320)

If you won the lottery, which Cartier pieces would you spring for?

Disclaimer: I was not compensated for writing this post in any way, and Cartier did not sponsor it. The opinions expressed here are solely mine. 

Holiday Wishlists: Marianne Dulong

Crown Princess Mary of Denmark’s personal jewel collection is filled with a variety of treasures, from heirloom rubies to brand-new pieces. One of her go-to jewelers for new additions to her jewelry box is Marianne Dulong. Here are five of my favorite pieces from Dulong’s current collections!

Made of white gold, the Butterfly Earrings manage somehow to be delicate and statement-making at the same time. ($1,024)

The Luna Necklace is such a perfect sliver of golden crescent moon — studded with starry diamonds as an extra bonus. ($1,402)

The silver Gordios Bracelet features, without a doubt, the most easygoing and carefree Gordian knot you’ll ever encounter. I mean, you’ll never even want to untie it. ($645)

The rose gold and diamond Balloon Pendants would fancy up any pair of hoops. ($2,278)

Wear it on its own or add it to a stack — either way, this white gold and sapphire Mini Cabochon Ring is a winner. ($939)

Which pieces from Marianne Dulong’s collections are you dreaming of?

Disclaimer: I was not compensated for writing this post in any way, and Marianne Dulong did not sponsor it. The opinions expressed here are solely mine.