Fairy Day is a day for magic, and for wishes to come true. For one day, put aside the cynicism of the modern world and embrace the possibilities of the unknown… I always love an excuse to dress like a fairy. 🙂 It’s time to dust off the fairy wings and plan something magical for the day! Here are some fun fairy-fashion pics from the past… Wedding Fairy: Why not wear wings on your wedding day? …and yes, your bridesmaids should all wear wings too. FaerieCon Faerie: Did you hear about FaerieCon? There is an annual convention just for faerie’s. Fun! Halloween Fairy: What better to dress as for Halloween? Instead of the typical good fairy, go for a more dark goth fairy. Fairy Essentials: Wings are the core essential for dressing like a fairy (although you never see Suki Stackhouse in wings). Other essentials include a whimsical headpiece, a frilly skirt, … [Continue reading]
Only 10 Days Left to Save 60% Off Jewelry
It’s hard to believe July 1st is almost here. I’ve been counting down to this day for so long now, it seemed like it would never come. In only 10 days, I will be launching my brand new jewelry line and closing AmberTortoise Jewelry for good. You can enjoy 60% off of all closeout jewelry and accessories on the AmberTortoise site while they last. Click here to shop the jewelry closeouts. Enter code GOINGGONE at checkout to receive the full 60% off discount. (Prices shown are 45% off and the coupon code will take an additional 15% off). Here are a few of my favorite One of a Kind and Limited Edition pieces of AmberTortoise Jewelry that are still remaining:
Dare to Be Sexy this Summer
Guest Post by Christine Bove of www.christinebove.com 5 ways to dress sexy without looking trashy! Sexy. What does that really mean? It means having confidence, loving yourself, being playful and having fun with life. Do you shy away from particular articles of clothing thinking they will make you look too sexy or even trampy? Your problem is your mindset and your false beliefs: “sexy is for the young gals,” “sexy is only for skinny girls,” “sexy is only for single girls looking to find their mate.” If you can relate to these beliefs it’s time to trash them and create a new perspective. I am sexy because I am confident, beautiful and know how to have fun. In Fashion Feng Shui®, The Pleasure Seeker essence AKA “Fire Girl” is all about being sassy, sexy and fun, but not every gal is the Fire girl. Although everyone has the Fire essence in them it’s all … [Continue reading]
2013 Spring and Summer Color and Gemstone Trends
By now you have probably heard that Emerald is the 2013 “Color of the Year”. (If you missed it, check out the press release from Pantone here.) Green is sure to be everywhere this year (which is great for me because it’s my favorite color :D). But what other colors will be popular? Earlier this year, Pantone announced the 10 top colors of spring and summer 2013, which include balanced neutrals such as Dusk Blue, Grayed Jade, and Linen as well as the bright shades of Emerald, African Violet, Nectarine, Poppy Red, Lemon Zest, and Tender Shoots. Pulling both the neutrals and brights together is the anchoring color Monaco Blue. Check out the top 10 colors for Spring and Summer 2013 below, along with the associated gemstones in each beautiful color. You will see these colors everywhere- from jewelry, to clothing, to home decor and furniture, to paint colors. They will … [Continue reading]
Behind the Scenes: Jewelry Manufacturing Process
Last week I had the pleasure of touring a 100,000 square foot jewelry factory while in CA. It was fascinating and oh so inspiring! I could get lost in creativity there for days (and I am fully planning on doing just that in a few months :D)! Want a behind the scenes look at how jewelry is manufactured? Check out the video below for a sneak peak at the jewelry manufacturing process… I am very excited to be working with this factory in the creation of my new jewelry line. More to come on this in future posts… I’d love to hear from you. Did you enjoy the video? What do you think of the jewelry manufacturing process? Visit us online at www.ambertortoise.com
How to Wear Back Jewelry (Better Than a Celebrity)
Ever since the Oscar’s, everyone is talking about back jewelry. Jennifer Lawrence and Ann Hathaway both rocked different back jewelry looks this year. {Photo from Pinterest} Styles of back jewelry are just as varied as styles of necklaces. They can be as simple as a single chain with decorative dangle hanging down the back of the neck a few inches, or as dramatic as a multi-layered statement back necklace. Contrary to some of the articles that have been published lately, back jewelry is nothing new. It is also not simply wearing a regular necklace backwards, although this is certainly an option and the look Jennifer Lawrence chose for the Oscars. Back jewelry is a very elegant and sexy way to accentuate your back and shoulder area, especially if wearing a strapless dress or a top with an open back. Want to wear back jewelry but you aren’t sure how? Here are … [Continue reading]
How to Get the Most Value From Your Jewelry Purchases
I have received a few questions recently about value – “how can I tell if I am getting good value?”, “how can I tell if what I bought is good quality and will last?”, “how do I know if it is a good investment?”. These are all very good questions, especially when making a big purchase. Here are 4 things to consider when you purchase jewelry that will ensure you get the most value from your purchases. How often will you wear it? Is it good quality? How much do you like it? Are you worth the investment? 1. How often will you wear it? People typically buy 2 types of jewelry- everyday jewelry or special occasion jewelry. Everyday Jewelry: Everyday jewelry can be something that you wear year-round, or that is seasonal. These are the staples in your jewelry box and the pieces that you turn to again … [Continue reading]
Wedding Trend Color Highlight: Poppy Red
Pantone recently announced the 10 top colors of spring and summer 2013, which include balanced neutrals such as Dusk Blue, Grayed Jade, and Linen as well as the light and bright shades of Emerald, African Violet, Nectarine, Poppy Red, Lemon Zest, and Tender Shoots. Pulling both the neutrals and brights together is the anchoring color Monaco Blue. You will see these colors everywhere- from jewelry, to clothing, to home decor and furniture, to paint colors. They will also be prominent in 2013 weddings, from bridesmaid dresses, to invitations, to favors, to linens, to flowers and other decorations. Today, we are going to explore how poppy red will be utilized in weddings throughout the year, especially in Spring & Summer 2013. Wedding Trend Color: Poppy Red Description: A bright seductive red in the color of a spring poppy Associated 2013 Pantone Color: Poppy Red Wedding Trends in this Color: Red is here … [Continue reading]
Wedding Trend Color Highlight: Grayed Jade / Minty Green
Pantone recently announced the 10 top colors of spring and summer 2013, which include balanced neutrals such as Dusk Blue, Grayed Jade, and Linen as well as the light and bright shades of Emerald, African Violet, Nectarine, Poppy Red, Lemon Zest, and Tender Shoots. Pulling both the neutrals and brights together is the anchoring color Monaco Blue. You will see these colors everywhere- from jewelry, to clothing, to home decor and furniture, to paint colors. They will also be prominent in 2013 weddings, from bridesmaid dresses, to invitations, to favors, to linens, to flowers and other decorations. Today, we are going to explore how grayed jade will be utilized in weddings throughout the year, especially in Spring & Summer 2013. Wedding Trend Color: Minty Green Associated 2013 Pantone Color: Grayed Jade Description: A muted and subtle minty green with just a hint of gray undertones Wedding Trends in this Color: Mint Green … [Continue reading]
Trend Report: 2013 Spring and Summer Colors and Gemstones
By now you have probably heard that Emerald is the 2013 “Color of the Year”. (If you missed it, check out the press release from Pantone here.) Green is sure to be everywhere this year (which is great for me because it’s my favorite color :D). But what other colors will be popular? Pantone recently announced the 10 top colors of spring and summer 2013, which include balanced neutrals such as Dusk Blue, Grayed Jade, and Linen as well as the bright shades of Emerald, African Violet, Nectarine, Poppy Red, Lemon Zest, and Tender Shoots. Pulling both the neutrals and brights together is the anchoring color Monaco Blue. Check out the top 10 colors for Spring and Summer 2013 below, along with the associated gemstones in each beautiful color. You will see these colors everywhere- from jewelry, to clothing, to home decor and furniture, to paint colors. They will also be … [Continue reading]
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