OMG Accessories: Holiday Jewelry Favorites for 2014

I guess jewelry is one of the most memorable gifts that anyone can receive this season. Why not? The right style can be worn to many occasions this time of year and all it takes is some mixing and matching. But the holidays call for some dressing up and meeting people. Here are some holiday favorites that can inspire you to accessorize. 

Sonja Necklace and Bracelet by Avon

With a statement necklace like this, you don’t need big earrings to steal the show. Let this elegant pair do the talking, they match any little black dress and nude pumps. 

 Charm Lockets by Achi Kaye

What makes these charm lockets special is that each one is unique. The charms alone have their own stories to tell. Also, they can be worn alone over a simple plain tee and jeans plus wedges to match. They can also be layered up with various long necklaces.

I gifted my mother a charm necklace that contains the charms that reflect her personality- a KitchenAid pink mixer, a pink flower, a pink cupcake and perfume. What’s great with a charm necklace like this is that it’s a good gift not just for Christmas but also for Valentine’s and even for graduation or birthdays. Good news if you are in Zamboanga, our family friend Achi Kaye, sells this.  I'm really just so happy that she made time for me despite the Christmas shopping rush and she assembled this for me. For only Php 1,100 this month, you can get three charms with your chosen locket styles. It's time for you to personalize your locket and if you reach a new milestone in your life, simply add a charm.

  

 Blue Charm Bracelet and Blue Bib Necklace

Do you have a costume party to go to but don’t have the time to make a costume on such short notice? Here’s an idea- grab a royal blue dress, wear accents of blue, braid your hair to one side, add pops of blue on your eyes, wear heels-yep, you’ve guessed it right. You can be Queen Elsa without the overused Disney character costume. 

 It doesn’t matter though if your jewelry falls in a smaller budget range. What matters is that you know how to match them with the pieces in your closet. Always aim for sleek styles and remember that less is more. 

I hope you're all having a good time with your loved ones. This is for you my dear readers. Happy holidays! 

 

OMG Accessories: Handmade Knick Knacks From Maria’s Collection

Yey for a long weekend!

I wonder what you’re all doing. Did you plan a weekend out of town? As for me, I still have requirements and activities to complete. 

Though I would like to introduce you to a relatively new find on Facebook. I don’t recall how I found this little piece of handmade heaven on the already cluttered plane of my timeline but I am truly happy that I "met" Maria's Collection. Read: beautiful and handmade jewelry.

Maria’s Collection has a dainty assortment of handmade jewelry that is unlike any other. I would like to think that the creator manifests her imagination into each bracelet or necklace, combined by beautiful craftsmanship and the results are dainty and unique jewelry that is sure to be the envy of others. 

What could draw a person to her collection is the Tanya necklace. I’ve always admired fashion bloggers who were able to pull off a bubble necklace in blue. I feel that it’s the perfect statement necklace but I don’t feel that brave to wear a bubble necklace. However, the Tanya necklace is just the right style for those who can’t rock a bubble or bib necklace just yet. This version is in turquoise and its make is in a gold chain, despite its handsome finish, it’s not as heavy on the neck as expected.

 

What’s in the cute wrapped package, you wonder? It’s the charming Rose Ring in Pink set on copper wire which can be cleverly paired with bright, pink nail polish on both breezy, summer days and cool, wintry nights. This can match any floral outfit hands down.

  

Lastly, there’s the infinity bracelet that comes in clear beads that can be a great addition to any simple or formal outfit. 

 

The charm is what makes it stand out from all the other beaded bracelets and it can be worn with just a simple everyday watch. Here's a demonstration:

I do encourage you to check out her new collection, there are new designs up and all it takes is a simple message for you to get your fill of beautiful, handmade jewelry from Maria's Collection. Some personal favorites are the Mia Arm Candy and adorable Mikaela neckpiece.

Maria's Collection Facebook Page
For orders, message handcraftedbymaria@gmail.com