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Carol Brodie Namesake Collection for HSN Preview

Earlier this week, I attended the preview of Carol Brodie’s Namesake Collection of opulent home and fashion accessories sold exclusively on HSN.  Since I aspire to live everyday as if it were an opulent affair, I love this classy collection designed to ward off haters.  When Carol Brodie thanked everyone for joining her at the Soho House for her collection’s preview, she explained the significance behind the evil eye present in most of her jewelry in home designs.  It’s meant to ward off the haters who want to bring you down when you’re on your way up.  Though you need your haters because if you don’t have them you’re not making enough of a dent in the universe, like Carol, I prefer the company of my love circle to my hate circle and I’m proud to call myself a member of this collection’s love circle.  I also must say that the evil eye cupcakes were a delicious touch and that her candles smell amazing.

Can’t get enough of warding off haters with Carol Brodie’s signature evil eye

Sparkly Socialite Pillows!

Music-Inspired Jewelry By Carrera y Carrera

Art is everywhere and so is inspiration.  Living in a city filled with rhythm, sparkle, and surprise, I never find myself lacking in inspiration making the crazy rent I pay to live in a closet in the center of the universe completely worth it.  Jean Cocteau once said, “All good music resembles something.”  In this case, fashion resembles music.  As the new face of Carrera y Carrera’s “Musica” collection, Olivia Palermo, sparkles in a wide array of music-inspired jewelry including stackable rings, statement necklaces, and exquisite earrings in yellow and white gold with diamonds, onyx, and other precious materials.  This stunning collection is inspired by guitar strings, music notes, and flowing skirts all of which are emotional and exceptional in their own way.

Concierto Necklace in White Gold and Diamonds

Danza Maxi Ring in Yellow Gold with Diamonds

Monogram Mania

Personalization is the key to uniqueness.  Though everyone has their signature style, sometimes getting key pieces in your wardrobe monogrammed can add an extra level of personalization and character.  Being distinguished is all part of being a socialite so it’s up to you to find new ways to constantly distinguish yourself.  Monogrammed items also make great gifts that are sure to make anyone feel important.  Here are some of my favorite customizable items:

1.  Danielle Stevens Monogram Bracelet: This elegant gold plated bracelet with beautiful lettering is perfect for everyday wear.

2.  BaubleBar Twitter-Plate Necklace: As a digital diva, this is by far my favorite item in this group.  It’s a great twist on the classic name-plate for the social media socialite.  Allow up to five weeks for delivery.

3.  RUGBY Make Your Own Striped Dress:  RUGBY by Ralph Lauren is by far one of the preppiest brands around.  So it’s no wonder I’m a fan of their Ivy League status styles.  You can customize this classic country club look with a selection of patches and monograms on the chest and back.  Another must-have for the Greenwich Girl in every Park Ave. Princess.

4.  BaubleBar Acrylic Monogram: A classic vintage charm in modern neon.

5.  West Avenue Jewelry Block Monogram Earrings: An adorable pair of block letter studs in gold.  Very chic.

6.  Christie Martin Jewelry Three Discs: This incredibly customizable piece is said to be a favorite of celebrities such as Cameron Diaz, Beyonce, and Mariah Carey.  I think it’s cute when people put the names and birthdays of their kids on these.

The Most Inspiring Bracelet Ever!

It’s safe to say that Coco Chanel is my absolute hero.  I’m by no means alone in this adoration.  Surely, 99% of the women in New York consider her a goddess and would happily spend their life savings on a Chanel bag.  That’s a 99% I’m proud to consider myself a part of.

Coco Chanel left behind so much more than just a fashion empire, her vision for life and luxury lives on in the hearts and minds of fashionistas everywhere.  I just came across this inspiring bangle on Endless.com engraved with one of Coco Chanel’s elegant quotes that relates very well to my current existence as an Aspiring Socialite.  The inscribed quotation, “There are people who have money and people who are rich,”  truly resonates with me during this incredibly ambitious stage in my life.  Having the name “Coco Chanel” engraved on the inside of the bracelet is an excellent touch.  It’s easy to be blinded by ambition.

According to my definition, being a socialite is so much more than just being wealthy.  It’s about living your life exactly how you want to and encouraging others to do the same.  I plan on purchasing this bracelet to wear everyday as a constant reminder that ambition without grace and class is worthless.

Here are more of my favorite Coco Chanel quotes.  There are just so many and they are all my favorite: 

“I don’t care what you think about me. I don’t think about you at all.”

“In order to be irreplaceacle, one must always be different.”

“How many cares one loses when one decides not to be something but to be someone.”

“I imposed black; it still going strong today, for black wipes out everything else around”

“My life didn’t please me, so I created my life.”

“As long as you know men are like children, you know everything!”

“A woman can be over dressed but never over elegant.”

“I don’t do fashion, I AM fashion.”

“You live but once; you might as well be amusing.”

A Classy Cameo

 

It’s every Aspiring Socialite’s dream to make a cameo appearance in a feature film. Lately, however, there’s been another kind of cameo on my mind.  Tons of cameo jewelry and accessories have been appearing all over vintage and department stores alike.  This classic isn’t just for grandma’s broach anymore.  It’s on necklaces, rings, charm bracelets and earrings.  This trend even has me wanting to buy up a bunch of vintage cameos and make them into a charm bracelet to create the ultimate one of a kind piece.  But, there’s no reason I should have all the fun.

Here are 6 amazing cameos that are bound to add a classically modern flare to a variety of looks:

1.  Mia & Beverly Cameo Charm Bracelet:  A charming handcrafted combination of vintage trends.

2.  Cameo Locket Pendant:  This lovely pendent adds a lovely Victorian quality to any outfit.

3.  Tarina Tarantino Pink Cameo Mod Ring:  Another component of beautiful handmade luxury.  Love the hot pink.

4.  Tarina Tarantino Acid Cameo Drop Earrings with Lucite in Argon:  These edgy yet classic earrings really demand attention.

5.  So Glad You Cameo Earrings:  I’m dying to see these with an elegant little black dress.

6.  Oxidized-silver Cornelian Shell & Diamond Skull Cameo Ring:  Not every cameo is girly and sweet.  This one has quite the McQueen quality.