Dainty Gold Jewelry Pieces Every Girl Should Have

Big, bold, and chunky pieces of statement jewelry are still very popular and can be seen almost everywhere, from glamorous red carpets to chic streets. While we love to decorate our outfits with scene-stealing necklaces, bangles, and earrings, we need a break from them from time to time.

Go back to the basics with the following must-have pieces that can punctuate any look with effortless sophistication.

Skinny Gold Bangles

Forget the heavy-set bracelets, and go for skinny gold bracelets that make your wrist and arms look more dainty. For a modern look, brands like House of Harlow 1960 and Marc Jacobs offer lovely options that feature a hint of art deco style.

House of Harlow 1960 Horseshoe Bangle, $48

Marc by Marc Jacobs Snake Bangle Bracelet in Gold, $88

Dainty Pendant Necklaces

Who doesn't love dainty gold necklaces? These chic pieces are currently getting major attention because layering of necklaces is a hot trend right now.

Gorjana Puebla Necklace, $55

Tai Infinity Necklace, $70

Alisa Michelle Designs XOXO Necklace, $55

Stud Earrings

Reserve your chandelier earrings for formal affairs and go for stud earrings on your casual days. If you have multiple piercings, these pieces can be easily mixed with other earring styles. For a fiercer look, you can even pair a stud with a bold drop earring.

Tai Stone Stud Earrings, $40

Gorjana Taner Bar Mini Stud Earrings, $40

Tory Burch Small Domed Studs, $58

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Top 10 Jacket Looks of Fashion Bloggers for December 2013 Part 1/2

This month, we seek the refuge of thick outerwear, oversized coats and cozy jackets to keep the chill at bay. More often than not, we see people who do it in style. It's definitely the season to take advantage of the wealth of striking jackets, coats and capes to amplify one's ensemble.

We've been spying on the blogosphere and here are the outfits that won our hearts over:

1. Megan from California

We've always recommended a dose of color to cure a serious monochrome malaise. Something like a neon coat would do well in giving a look that extra ounce of cuteness. Megan did just that with her Forever 21 swing coat. Her cheery yellow coat provided a sharp but eye-catching contrast to her two-tone shirtdress.

2. Martyna from Poland

There's something about basic pieces that draw us. Simple looks like the knitted sweater and pinstripe pants outfit Martyna wore looks very chic, especially when worn with a grey coat just like what she had here. Such a look can never get old.

3. Kathleen from San Franciso

Treasure a good leather jacket for it will serve you well in the fashion department. It's a quick add-on to ensembles you need not think through. It just blends in well no matter what your style is. Take a cue from San Francisco-based blogger, Kathleen, who rocked her sleek brown leather jacket to perfection.

4. Aneta from Warsaw

Every month, we find ourselves including printed coats, especially those with big houndstooth prints. They are great to wear when you are looking for just a touch of quirkiness to an outfit. We are particularly smitten with Anetka's coat, which she wore with a pink cable-knitted sweater, a pair of pants and a pair of booties.

5. Pierluigi from Italy

Bundled up in one of the most interesting coats we have seen in a while is Pierluigi. Need we say more about his zipped up coat and its interesting lapel detail? His photo speaks for itself.

Stay tuned for the second half of our post. More of your favorite bloggers will be featured!

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Wear Army-Style Jackets — Follow the Lead of Fashion Bloggers

Aside from leather moto jackets, there's another way to channel a more masculine and tougher vibe in your outfits: go the army route! Yes, hunter green parka jackets and camouflage prints are making a comeback.

If you remember, they were pretty big a few seasons ago, but the interest on army style dissipated. Lately, however, it looks like the fashion industry has renewed its fascination with military-inspired outerwear, so they're back in full force!

We are totally getting inspiration from the following fashion bloggers who are also smitten with the military trend:

1. Karla from KQ S Style

It's easy to love Karla's ingenious play on the army trend. You can tell she took inspiration from it, but her look is not overly masculine. She paired her jacket with earth-tone pieces to keep the look cohesive but threw in a hat for that extra edgy look.

2. Aika from Aika's Love Closet

Aika managed to make the camo jacket look chic by wearing it with denim shorts and a layered top. It also takes good accessories to make this look work. Aika threw in a pop of red with her bag and a little Perspex with her pair of shoes.

3. Flavia from Fashion Coolture

I suspect Flavia can wear a flour sack and make it look stylish. She looks polished from head to toe in an army-style jacket and a leather ensemble.

4. Marilyn from Messages on a Napkin

Marilyn layered a floral dress over a denim one, and then capped off the look with an army-style jacket! Very clever. It works, too! It's a wonderful summer style to covet if you are feeling a tad adventurous.

5. Meri from Meri Wild

Army jackets too warm for the summer? Try army vests like what Meri is wearing in this photo. She definitely had spunky and grungy in mind when she came up with this outfit as there are a lot of tough elements in it. Pile on accessories like statement necklaces and bracelets for a more street-style vibe to your army-inspired ensemble.

Inspired by these bloggers? You, too, can rock the army trend. Here are some pieces to snap up:

Kelly Wearstler Burrow Denim Blazer, $135

One Teaspoon Cry Tough Duffle Jacket, $152

Rag & Bone M15 Moto Jacket, $795

MINKPINK Patrol Anorak, $124

April, May Cami Camouflage Jacket, $198.80

Free People Printed Blazer, $64

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Michelle Trachtenberg in Several Shades of Gray

No, Michelle Trachtenberg isn't going to be cast in the movie adaptation of Fifty Shades of Grey. She was just literally in an all-gray ensemble. Despite this monochrome outfit, though, Michelle looks downright chic.

Michelle Trachtenberg out and about in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, on July 15, 2013

She could be easily mistaken for her Gossip Girl alter ego, Georgina Sparks. Who knew an all-gray ensemble could look so chic?

I can't really see if she was wearing a dress or a top and a matching hi-lo skirt, but she paired this up with a chic printed blazer. The classic blazer prevented this outfit from looking too ho-hum. Plus, it also gave Michelle a classy and business-chic aura. I think this is a look one can pull off any day, whether for work or for play.

Too bad I haven't been able to find out from which brand or label the actress' blazer is. But if you are going to achieve a similar look, you'll want to check out the following:

1. Classiques Entier Ikat Weave Jacket, $160.80

2. Marc by Marc Jacobs Collage Lace Blazer, $458

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Do Crystals Really Have Healing Power?

You’ve probably seen this somewhere - retailers selling crystal jewelry and claiming that they have healing powers. There are even crystal healers who offer holistic treatments to cleanse your body and spirit of bad energy.

Some New Age healing practitioners believe that these stones are magical and help alleviate stress, cure diseases, and even enhance psychic abilities. There are several types of crystal stones, and each is thought to provide different effects. Crystal healers say that believers are more likely to experience the benefits and powers of crystal stones.

Aside from their famous reputation of being able to heal, crystal stones are also a fashionable form of jewelry. They are incorporated in different pieces - earrings, necklaces, rings, and bracelets for a classic, timeless look. Some are also mixed with other gemstones that are believed to protect or bring luck to the wearer.

Whether there is truth to the power of these stones, we can’t argue about how beautiful they look when placed on accessories. If you want to try these interesting stones, check out the following crystal-infused pieces we found:

Top: Shashi Crystal Bangle Bracelet, $80; Bottom: Bing Bang Crystal Skull Cuff, $135

Heather Hawkins Crystal Point Necklace, $155

Gemma Redux Cracked Crystal Earrings, $120 (before: $150)

Left: Bing Bang Crystal Shard Ring, $68; Right: Ioseelliani Stacking Mixed Crystal Ring Set, $182.40 (before: $304)

Gemma Redux Cracked Crystal Long Bib Necklace, $158.40 (before: $198)

Want to learn more about crystal stones and other gemstones? Watch this video that explains the basics of wearing crystal jewelry:

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Nikki Reed Pairs Her Summer Dress with the “Humility” Necklace

Nikki Reed has grown so much since her Twilight days. The young actress has entered the fashion scene and has been testing her luck in jewelry designing. Her first jewelry line named Mattlin Era was launched last year. Aside from that, the Twilight alum has also been collaborating with other lines for capsule collections. The best news - her jewelry pieces are very affordable (everything is under $100!).

We spotted Nikki at 7-Eleven’s 86th birthday party wearing a simple Gypsy 05 maxi dress, which she styled with a 7 for All Mankind necklace.

Nikki Reed hosts 7-Eleven’s 86th birthday party held at The Revolve Clothing Beach House in Malibu, California, on July 9, 2013

A closer look at Nikki’s fab necklace

The “Humility” necklace is one of the most popular pieces from Nikki Reed’s capsule collection with 7 for All Mankind. It features an antique gold column pendant and a silver heart accent on a long strand.

7 for All Mankind x Nikki Reed Humility Necklace, $68

There are also similar earrings from Nikki’s Mattlin Era line:

Mattlin Era by Nikki Reed Equality Earrings, $26.50 (before: $53)

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