HOT 5 - 8/6/21
Hello HOT Friends!
Happy Birthday … to me!! Yes, today is the actual day when I start another trip around the sun, as they say. This past year has definitely not been one of my favorite trips but I'm sure I'm not alone in thinking that. Even though this past birthday year had its challenges there was still an awful lot to be thankful for and I try not to lose sight of that. I'm an unabashed lover of birthday celebrations (even as I quake at the increasing number I’m racking up every year), and I really look forward to what this year has in store.
This week’s HOT 5:
1. A Gift To You On My Birthday!
2. How to Store Jewelry
3. What's Barack Reading?
4. Sadly Maskeraides' Moment Isn't Over Yet
5. A Birthday Calls For A Dance Party
Very pretty hand carved brass earrings made in India. Add a touch of boho chic to your outfit! For pierced ears, 2” long.
This is a stunning vintage snakeskin bangle which definitely ups your wrist stack game. Throw it on with a stack of skinny silver bangles or just wear it solo, it’s great whatever you do. Fits a very small wrist, sorry but it is vintage. 2 1/2” interior diameter.
Purchased several years ago and never worn, the very unique and chic bracelets from Holst + Lee are instant style statements. I love the colors and inventive materials. Worn by many celebs, have this for a truly great price! Closes with a strong magnet.
These vintage danglers look like they’re made of stone but they’re light as a feather! Made of paper maché, they have a unique antiqued look. Purchased in Paris in the 80s. 2 1/2” long.
1. A Gift To You On My Birthday!
In honor of my birthday today and to keep the celebration going for the month (we Leos are known to stretch the birthday cheer out for quite a while:) I'd like to offer you, my lovely friends and customers, a discount of 40% off on everything sitewide, including vintage. I have some new pieces up across all the jewelry categories so it's a good time to check the site out if you haven't in a while. Looking for something unique for yourself or a friend? You're guaranteed to find it and now it's at a great price. You're welcome!
2. How to Store Jewelry
I found this article from the website The Skimm' to be incredibly helpful if you're looking for ways to store your accessories. Jewelry, scarves, hats, and bags are always challenging when it comes to organizing them. The key to wearing all of your fabulous accessories is being able to see them! I've always outfitted a wall in or near my closet with tons of little hooks to store most of my necklaces (instant wall art) and have used a little chest with lots of tiny drawers to store everything else. You might find another solution to your liking in the Skimm's article. It feels good to be organized!
3. What's Barack Reading?
Barack Obama, one of my favorite human beings and a fellow Leo (Aug. 4th) always gives us a thoughtful and exciting reading list, and this year it is no different! I've just finished one book on the list, Leave The World Behind by Rumaan Alam. This suspenseful and beautifully written story is a commentary on climate change, racism, class, and parenthood. It's a short read and I couldn't put it down. I have just started another on the list, Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro, Nobel Prize winner and author of some of my favorite books including Remains of the Day and Never Let Me Go. I can tell I'm going to love this newest one too.
A lightweight paper clip chain in a slightly rosy gold holds pretty charms including feathers, shells, owls and turtles.
Mask not included.
A multi-sized round link chain holds charms that are anchored by adorable Russian dolls and other silver charms which include butterflies, coins and anchors. Mask not included.
Tiny peace sign charms in silver, copper and gold are attached to a lightweight gold resin chain for a fun and statement making mask holder. Mask not included.
4. Sadly Maskeraides' Moment Isn't Over Yet
It's hard to believe that we're back to mask mandates and social distancing but as cases of the Delta variant surge across the country, it looks like it will be a while (if ever) before masks are out of our lives. These are confusing times even if you've been vaccinated, which I'm sure all you lovely readers are. This article from the New York Times does an excellent job of explaining the dos and don'ts for the inoculated. So masks aren't going anywhere and I'm finding my Maskeraides handier than ever. Not for me, keeping a mask around my arm or heaven forbid down on my chin and neck! I'm continuing to make new ones and I'm sure you can find one you'll like for yourself. They make great gifts too! The Times Style Section yesterday shared designers' perspectives on masks and mask accessories, you can read it here. Stay Safe!
5. A Birthday Calls For A Dance Party!
Is there anything more fun than an outdoor impromptu dance party? I loved reading about this performance art group, Improv Everywhere who since 2001 have been staging public events to surprise and delight random strangers through fun public pranks. Watch here and see their latest prank, Stand Here For Dance Party, which takes place in New York City, probably one of the world's most perfect spots for a dance party!
Cheers!
Terry xoxo
