Oh My Giddy Aunt is our favourite destination for unique and beautiful keepsakes, and they are the only online store to carry the entire range of Bella Donna Silver harmony balls. A harmony ball is not just a pretty charm - it also has relaxing and meditative properties as it includes a tiny Balinese brass xylophone which gives it a truly magical sound when worn. These balls … [Read more...]
Designer Profile: Carolina Barbieri
Carolina Barbieri is a jewellery designer with a celebrity following. She has designed pieces for big name stars and her creations can be found at Australian stockists including Torsa and Fleur Wood. Carolina took some time to chat with Beauty and Lace about her journey and her answers will make you want to seek out her jewellery: What was it like growing up in both … [Read more...]
Survey Shows, Sometimes it’s OK to Fake it.
We have just been talking about fake tans, and with the release of Twilight Breaking Dawn recently and its subsequent imitation wedding dress it seems to be all about whether or not we are happy to fake it. A recent survey by Canstar Blue illustrates that yes, there are times Australians are happy to fake it. 1 in 3 Australians surveyed want that designer look - but they don't … [Read more...]
Profile: Anna Cowen (Edenborough Evans)
Edenborough Evans is an unconventional and eye-catching jewellery brand for the fashion-forward that was launched by Visual Arts graduate Anna Cowen in 2009. The label went international just prior to it's Paris exhibition earlier this year and we had Anna answer some questions for us about her brand. B&L: What made you decide to create the Edenborough Evans brand? We … [Read more...]
Win Charlotte Dawson’s Necklace
Charlotte Dawson knows fashion, she is a judge on Australia's Next Top Model and former model. The self confessed fashionista has a soft spot for jewellery and although she loves her trends, she does cherish her investment pieces. The designers of 2 by Lyn and Tony created a beautiful blue bespoke necklace for Charlotte and thanks to NRMA Insurance you have the chance to win … [Read more...]
Profile: Emma Hyatt (Psychoglam)
Accessorising can make or break an outfit and it's always nice to have something unique, something a little bit different to what everyone else is wearing. If that's a philosophy you believe in then this is definitely a name to watch and a brand to get your hands on. We asked Emma to take a little time out of her busy schedule and help us get a little insight into the … [Read more...]
Kameleon and Camp Quality
Canadian creative company Kameleon makes an extensive collection of jewellery and accessories to capture the essence of customization while retaining the simplicity of classic jewellery making. Kameleon embodies elegance; with inspiration from the natural world and its animal namesake these pieces are embellished with simple swirls and flowing designs. The Kameleon range … [Read more...]
Profile: Nadia Neuman
Nadia Neuman is an Australian, award winning jewellery designer and her collection Mondial by Nadia Neuman is part of a successful family business. We spoke to her to find out more: What made you decide to become a jeweller? From a very young age I’ve had a great appreciation for fine jewellery. My family has always been in the jewellery industry and therefore I grew up … [Read more...]
Dollhouse Delirium by Meow Girl
Meow Girl is a capricious company created by Sydney based Debbie Paltos which designs a funky vintage range of trinkets. The new range, entitled 'Dollhouse Delirium', is just the thing for the astute accessorizor. Filled with gorgeous porcelain animals and figurines this is the brand to add a splash of singularity and personality to every look. 'Dollhouse Delirium' is a … [Read more...]
Diva Military Collection
Left, right, left...Diva are getting out the khakis and browns with statement pieces that will bring out the army babe in all of us. At Diva prices you can afford to mix and match, and layer your military style accessories for an alternative and sexy look. This bead-a-lic-ious necklace will set you back just $24.99 A necklace that is a little more tough chick, Indiana … [Read more...]