WHAT’S HOT?
Celebrating The Women Who Raised Us (And What They Taught Us About Style)
4/28/26
Hello Hot Friends,
With Mother’s Day around the corner, I’ve been thinking about the women who shape us, not just as people, but as women with a sense of style, presence, and point of view. For many of us, that starts with our mothers. But it can just as easily be a grandmother, an aunt, a friend…someone whose style and way of sharing it stayed with us. For me, it was my mother and my grandmother. (Both are pictured in the photo above.)
Over the years, I’ve realized that our personal style isn’t created in a vacuum. It’s layered and comes from everything we’ve seen, admired, borrowed, and made our own. A love of a certain color, a preference for bold over subtle (or the other way around), a feeling that getting dressed should be fun, not fussy. These things come from somewhere, and more often than not, they come from the women who showed us that style is a form of self-expression.
When I think about my mom and grandmother, I don’t just remember what they wore, I remember how they wore it. They never left the house without a finishing touch. It didn’t have to be much—but it was always very intentional. Sometimes it was a pair of chic clip-on earrings, or a scarf tied just so in the neckline of a coat or in the hair, and more often than not, their shoes matched their handbags. I remember that their nails and hair were always done, and they wouldn't be caught dead without a bright swipe of lipstick!
At the time, I don’t think I fully understood it. But I see it clearly now—that quiet ritual of putting yourself together, not for anyone else, but because it made you feel complete. And that has stayed with me. This Mother's Day, whether it’s a gift for someone you love—or a little something for yourself, choose pieces like these from HOT that don’t just accessorize…they stay with you.
Happy Mother's Day!
Terry xoxo
This gorgeous vintage 1950s necklace is by Margot Van Voorhies, who designed in Mexico under the name Margot De Taxco from 1948 until she died in 1985. This piece is a beautiful example of her work. It’s a wreath-shaped silver necklace with blue and green enamel flowers. It has a slide lock clasp and is 17” long. Margot de Taxco's pieces are distinguished by the stamp that includes her name and the Eagle 16 mark. Excellent condition. This is a very special piece!
How sweet is this delicate silver necklace? It holds a pendant featuring a cluster of 4 amethyst stones around a larger one. 17.5” long. In perfect condition.
These teardrop earrings by renowned NYC goldsmiths Reinstein Ross are simply stunning. An 18K gold post adds luxe warmth and secure comfort for pierced ears, while a luminous blue quartz bead sits above a soft rose quartz teardrop, creating a graceful, feminine silhouette. Perfect for elevating everyday outfits or adding a romantic touch to evening looks—timeless, wearable, and beautifully balanced.
From fantasy jewelers Lunch at the Ritz, these very pretty pansy earrings add a little touch of spice to your summer outfits.
For pierced ears, light and comfortable.
Vintage Mexican Sterling Silver Charm Bracelet — marked TENCHA HECHO EN MEXICO 925. Features 7 detailed charms: platter, water jug, sandal, cowbell, stove, wine carafe, and bowl. Bracelet length 7.5". Produces a lovely, classic jingle when worn — very charming. In great condition.
This is a very striking bracelet in sterling silver with a combination of large pale jade colored stones, yellow, blue and green watermelon slices and small apple green accent stones. Fits a small to medium wrist. 8” long.
These amazing apple pins, made of faux ivory and embellished with rhinestones, are from the 1960s and were designed by prolific fashion designer and jeweler Nettie Rosenstein. Highly collectible and ultra charming, these fabulous apples will brighten any lapel! Sold as a pair, the large one is 1 1/2” wide and 2” long. The smaller one is 1 1’4” wide and 2” long in great condition. $250 for the pair, but I’m open to selling them separately. Email me if interested.
Created by the phenomenal Italian jeweler, Alessandro Dari, this rose gold crown shaped ring is studded with tiny diamonds, rubies, and sapphires. Purchased in his exquisite boutique in Florence over 20 years ago, this ring is a spectacular one-of-a -kind addition to your ring wardrobe. Signed with the initials A D on the band, the ring is in excellent condition. Size 8.5.