Gemma Redux’s signature design combines chunky gemstones with mixed metal chains creating bold necklaces, earrings, and bracelets. Rachel Dooley, the designer behind Gemma Redux, created the Cracked Crystal and Chain Earrings with this signature style. These earrings contain delicate stainless steel and gold plated chains that hang from a single teardrop cracked crystal stone. A long sterling hook post completes the look making these earrings a sure conversation piece. Buy through Saks for $198.

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Initial charms dangling from dainty necklaces have been a recent stylish jewelry trend.  The Diane Yang Pink Shell Initial Necklace adds a different twist to traditional initial necklaces. Yang adds a fabulous iridescent pink mussel shell that sways behind its brass initial letter. This necklace finishes with a tiny crystal that is connected to its 16” 14kt gold filled chain.  The initial pendant measures 5/8” in diameter and the necklace fastens with a spring ring clasp. Buy through Max & Chloe in your letter of choice for only $40!

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Dazzle up your fingers with Blu Bijoux’s new Crystal Studded Cocktail Rings that are guaranteed to make a statement! These glam rings come in white, black, purple, and turquoise. Its enamel over gunmetal surface is embellished with Austrian crystals in a rainbow of hues.  Buy these statement rings for $32.

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Husband and wife duo Annika and Philippe Salame launched By Boe in 2000 out of a Upper East Side Manhattan boutique.  The By Boe collections are all handmade using 14kt gold fill, sterling silver, and a mix of new and vintage materials. By Boe has been worn by celebrities such as Cameron Diaz, Oprah Winfrey, Mandy Moore, Tyra Banks, Mary J. Blige, Kelly Ripa, and Jessica Alba.

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The Philip Stein brand is a leader in creating modern timepieces using the Chinese chi philosophy. Their watches are built with Natural Frequency Technology designed to reinforce the human body’s electromagnetic field to increase energy levels, stamina, and sleep. Two round chi balls are placed on the back of the watch touching the wrist to promote a positive energy flow. Oprah Winfrey and Madonna have been known to wear Philip Stein watches.
 
The Harmony Turquoise Watch is practical and contemporary while bringing tranquility to its wearer. This watch allows for keeping time in two different zones; perfect for frequent travelers. Its stainless steel sapphire coated crystal face is curved for optimal positioning on the wrist. The luxurious straps are made from snakeskin and are turquoise in color.  The watch contains a quick release mechanism to easily change straps, and is water resistant up to 100 feet. Buy the Harmony Turquoise Watch through Bergdorf Goodman for $640.

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Ben-Amun, established in 1977 by Egyptian born Isaac Manevitz, produces exquisite necklaces, earrings, bracelets, belts, and pins. Ben-Amun is named after Manevitz’s eldest son Ben, and Egyptian King Tut (Tutankhamun). His collections are distinct in design; he uses only the finest materials such as Lucite, pewter, glass, crystal, and leather. The Ben-Amun collections range from casual to refined with something for every woman. They have recently been featured in Vogue, Elle, NY Times, and Marie Claire.

The Ben-Amun Dangling Spike Bracelet is modern and edgy.  This rhodium plated pewter bracelet is embellished with funky spiked dangle cones that are connected to three rolo chains. It fastens with a toggle clasp and is 7 ½” long. This bracelet definitely gets noticed since the spikes jingle when you move your wrist! Buy through Max and Chloe for $130.          

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