Pave Eye Sweet Leaf Crown Inlay Necklace – Jacquie Aiche

I really like this necklace. The eye reminds me of the eyes of Doctor T.J. Eckleburg, which were prominently displayed on a billboard in Fitzgerald’s novel “The Great Gatsby.” Many people analyzed the work and thought maybe the eyes symbolized the eyes of God, overlooking the valley of ashes.

I can’t tell you Jacquie Aiche’s exact intent was when she was crafting this necklace but I love the pave white diamond detail and I love the metal choice of yellow gold. Also it’s pretty quirky that the eye looks pretty serene and it’s bordered with marijuana leaves. Sans the leaves, you can get a necklace that is pretty similar for thousands less. Jacquie Aiche’s necklace is priced at $6750 but this Evil Eye Necklace is only $30.

Evil Eye Necklace – BlissBelleDesigns

This necklace is being sold for over $6500 less than the original Jacquie Aiche piece. The evil eye necklace can be purchased with a 16, 18, or 20 inch chain. All of the metal hardware (chain included) are 14k gold filled. For just $30, this necklace is extremely reasonably priced. It will add a mysterious vibe to your otufit without you wondering how all of your money went mysteriously missing.

Star Duster Earrings – Colette

What I love about these earrings is the color scheme, the silver and the black together. (If you want this particular pair, you have to select “Multi-Colored Gold.”) These earrings are set with 3 carats worth of conflict-free black and white diamonds. 

I’ve always really liked things that look a bit sci-fi and futuristic, so these earrings really caught my eye. They actually reminded me of an old Disney movie, “Zenon: Girl of the 21st Century.” I remember in that movie the characters were living on some spaceship and had these gray metallic outfits. So that same gray and “living in the galaxy” sort of vibe is what I got from these earrings. They’re actually from Colette’s signature Galaxia collection. They’re priced at $22,500, which is a year’s tuition at some universities and the cost of a decent car. However, I found a pair that I think really echo the color scheme and the same extraterrestrial energy and they cost phenomenally less.

Tickle II Long Earrings – Karolina Bik

The Tickle II Long Earrings are a beautiful alternative to the Star Duster Earrings. And I think they would be just as fitting on the ears of a heroine in a sci-fi movie. You get the same gray and black tones and the same dangle style that will allow for movement. (In order to get this exact color scheme you have to select “top:silver/bottom:black” in the dropdown menu.) These affordable earrings are priced at a cool $100 and will leave you with your college tuition money still in your account.

Would you wear these jewelry dupes? Do you like these wallet-friendly alternatives better than the originals? Let me know in the comments below!

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Asymmetrical Blue Sapphire Ring – Jennifer Dawes Design

I like rings that look like they were formed with love and this one is no exception. The blue sapphire is one-of-a-kind and while each ring will have a similar shape and color, no one will have a ring exactly like yours. I love that the .75 carat center stone is not cookie-cutter and that it seems organic, if that makes sense. Asymmetrical rings are catching style with celebrities as well. My introduction to Emily Ratajkowski was in the movie “Gone Girl” but she is also a model and her engagement ring is beautiful and asymmetrical. Unlike Emily Ratajkowski’s ring which is reportedly between $50,000-$90,000 you can purchase this ring for $2595.

Emerald Cut Blue Sapphire Secret Garden Ring – Rosedale

If I had a piece of jewelry this beautiful in high school maybe I would’ve had a deeper appreciation for Geometry class. I loathed the subject and to this day the idea of isosceles triangles and sine and cosine give me a light headache. But this ring takes me to a really serene place when I look at it. It’s a perfect octagon and it’s geometric and classic with a matte finish. I love the yellow gold and also for me this emerald cut blue sapphire is about the perfect size at 1.54 carats. Celebrities like Rooney Mara from “Her” (and a lesbian drama with Cate Blanchett I forget the name of) also have geometric rings. You can see Rooney Mara’s hexagon shaped portrait diamond ring here. This ring is a steal, priced at only $3438.

Sapphire Cluster Ring with Diamonds – Ruth Tomlinson

I love Ruth Tomlinson and in my eyes she can do no wrong, this 1.93 carat asymmetric cluster ring is no exception. Personally, I love the vaguely floral nature of a cluster ring. I think that it gives you the size of a larger stone but the daintiness of something smaller. Looking at this ring, it makes me think of Seamus Heaney’s poem “Blackberry Picking.” A ring like this would catch my eye, just like ripe juicy blackberries hanging off of a bush. Also, I can’t forget to mention how complementary the yellow gold granulation is. I think that colored stones look particularly beautiful in cluster rings, as you can see with Katy Perry’s ruby engagement ring here. Also, having a blue sapphire cluster engagement ring would put you in good company. Princess Diana’s ceylon sapphire engagement ring cost about $37,000 back in 1981 but you can get a similar look for a fraction of the cost, this ring is priced at $3117.

Let me know your thoughts in the comments below, could your “something blue” for your wedding day be your engagement ring? Would you accept a blue sapphire ring or would you prefer a white diamond ring? 

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When I saw these sandals, the first thing that popped into my head was “ugly cute.” With surgical precision, someone extracted the puffiness of the Michelin Man and the uniform scales of a snake and took it upon themselves to create a leather sandal that looked both cartoonish and reptilian. 

These stilettos come in almost every color you can think of, from “Car Blue” to “Tapioca.” The shade that caught my eye however was “Paprika.” And I’m not going to lie after staring at these shoes for a full minute I was intrigued. How could someone pull off this autumnal orange in spring and how would they accessorize? Carnelian is the first thing that popped into my head but it’s definitely not the only complimentary orange stone that could pair with these shoes. Here are my top picks to pair with the BV Curve Sandals.

Agate and Diamond Earrings – Yvonne Leon

I love the gentle curvature of these earrings, they remind me of the two halves of a yin and yang symbol. These earrings are tiny but they pack a punch, they are completely saturated with the “paprika” color that the mule sandals have. These earrings are for when your outfit is already flamboyant and you just want a little pop of color to tie things in. I would wear these earrings as an extension of a monochromatic outfit. Like if I wanted to feel like a real life Powerpuff girl and save the city of Townsville or if I was channeling my inner Velma Dinkley. These earrings are priced at $550.

Ama Arch Phoenix Earrings – Misa Jewelry

I love these earrings because of the uniqueness of the smoky quartz and pink tourmaline. I think that these shoes are so bright that your accessories don’t have to be too “on the nose.” These earrings are within the same sunset hued color palette and I think they would accentuate the sandals nicely by bringing some variance. I would wear these earrings if I was wearing a dress that was pink or a muted tone. I see these earrings adding a bit of class to a flowy bohemian outfit like a white peasant blouse and a nice floral miniskirt. These earrings are the highest on the list, with a $620 price point.

Orange Quartz Monochrome Collection Silver Earrings – Pradera Irama

I love how these earrings could take your outfit in an entirely different direction. The carved orange smoke quartz makes them so unique. I feel like these earrings have a historical look despite being quite modern. Between the orange color of the sandals and the orange quartz, I would absolutely pair these earrings with a high-end outfit for date night. I see these earrings adding a stylish touch to an outfit that’s lacy or silky. I could even see these earrings paired with a nice orange leather pencil skirt. These earrings are my favorite out of the three and are priced at a cool $529. 

What do you think of the BV Curve Sandals in “Paprika”? If they caught your eye, you can pre-order the sandals here. Which earrings would you wear with them? Let me know if you think there’s a pair of earrings that would match better in the comments below!

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