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New 80’s bracelet from Twisted Silver is the ultimate staple

 in Eco Chic / General Fashion / Jewelry / Local Designers  tagged bracelets / spring 2013 / twisted silver by

Twisted Silver has done it again! Today, the Bay Area jeweler has released a beautiful, silver, flat chain link bracelet which is fabulous worn alone or stacked with other bracelets. This amazing new piece is named the “80’s Bracelet.”

Bracelets are arguably the hottest piece of jewelry for 2013, and the new 80’s bracelet from Twisted Silver is the perfect complement to the many 1980’s trends from the runways which have hit the streets. Let’s face it, many of today’s hottest trends are from the 1980’s. Bright colors, neon hues, candy colored high heels, bold jewelry; all of these were hot when Molly Ringwald ruled the silver screen.

Jewelry in the 1980’s was chunky and bold; and chain links were the ultimate form of metal. Gold and silver chain links were everywhere in the 1980’s. While this classic look toned itself down in the 1990’s and at the beginning of the new millennium, Fashionistas everywhere have been flocking back to larger chain links lately which were hot before cell phones were even imagined.

The new “80’s Bracelet” from Twisted Silver is the perfect way to rock this hot trend. The flat chain links make the bracelet comfortable and easy to wear. In addition, the flat links also make the “80’s Bracelet” from Twisted Silver easy to stack with other bracelets. Love this!

Twisted Silver’s new “80’s Bracelet” debuts online today at twisted-silver.com and is priced at $40. Use coupon code INSIDERS for a 15% discount.  Happy shopping, and stay fabulous 

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Top: Ralph Lauren suede wrap bracelet, 80’s bracelet c/o Twisted Silver and 3″ bangles from Twisted Silver (information arriving January 23, 2013)

Photo: Cathy/Cheap Luxury Handbags Store 2013©

Twisted Silver Techno earrings for spring 2013

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Spring 2013 is whimsical and lighthearted. Jewelry for the upcoming warm weather season is equally carefree. With the vivid pastel trend, bright color trend and neon trend, it is important for spring 2013 to wear jewelry which mimics the “anything-but-understated” vibe of the season without competing with apparel.

Twisted Silver’s new “Techno” earrings are perfect for the upcoming spring 2013 season. The large and bold look of the earrings combined with the soft brass color makes them easy to wear with all of springs’ color trends. They also happen to be easy to wear from day into evening; love that!

The new “Techno” earrings from Twisted Silver also work well with the print trend for spring 2013. Florals, painterly prints, geometric patterns, color blocking and more are hot looks for fabric this spring. Twisted Silver’s “Techno” earrings blend well with all of the print trends; making them instant “go-to” earrings for the season. Fabulous!

Twisted Silver’s new “Techno” earrings debut online today at Twisted-Silver.com and are priced at $50. Use coupon code INSIDERS for a 15% discount. Happy shopping, and stay fabulous 

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c/o Twisted Silver “Techno” earrings

Photos: Cathy/Cheap Luxury Handbags Store 2013©

Goodbye 2012 and to all of the trends we are happy to leave behind

 in General Fashion / Trends  tagged new years style / winter 2013 by

Today is the last day of 2012, and as move into 2013, we can cheer and jump for joy because there are a few trends we are happy to say will be “so last year.” So let us take a few moments to say goodbye to the tired trends from 2012, and while we are at it, let us say hello to the new, fabulous trends we are looking forward to in 2013!

Bye-Bye 2012!

Platforms: The sky-high, ankle-breaking platform is over. While there may still be some on store shelves, and from a few designers who didn’t get the memo, tall platforms are done, kaput.

Orange: “Tangerine Tango” was the color of 2012, but this fruity hue has run its’ course. Leave orange for the fruit bowl. Buh-bye.

Gigantic Jewels: Big, over-the-top jewelry is so over. These big baubles do not work well with 2013’s prints. Move them to the back of the jewelry box. Done!

Fascinators: Our fascination with the British Royals’ taste for over-embellished headbands has faded. Store your fascinator for a future Halloween costume when you decide to dress up as a Royal wedding guest.

Hello 2013!

Flat-Soled shoes: The soles of the shoe have come back down to Earth. Now, we will not have to worry about breaking our ankles. Thank the Lord!

Pointed toe shoes: Pointed toe pumps, high heels and flats are HOT for 2013. If your shoes will not hurt someone when you kick them, they are not pointy enough. ‘Nuff said.

Studs: Rocker-Chic is continuing to be huge, and in 2013, designers have gone wild for studs. Look for them on garments, bracelets, shoes, handbags and more. Oh yeah, and don’t forget to rewind that AC/DC cassette tape before you give it back to your BFF 

Prints: Prints and patterns, patterns and prints! Look for florals, ikat, stripes, checker boards, plaid, painterly designs and anything you can think of printed on fabric. Be a walking art piece.

Bright colors: Bright colors are still hot in 2013, so stay away from black and look for bright hues in shades of blue, green, yellow, pink and red. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses, it is going to be a bright year.

Pastels: The yin to the bright color trends’ yang. Soft shades of blue, green, yellow, peach and pink are just right for 2013. This is the Paris look, so brush up on your French. D’accord!

Dainty Jewelry: Sweet charms, thin chains, small earrings and thin bracelets are all the rage in 2013. They can be stacked together for a personal look or worn alone to compliment, not compete with, 2013’s print trend. Kisses!
Have a Happy New Year, stay safe, and of course, stay fabulous