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Monica Rich Kosann’s Planet Collection is Totally Interstellar

I often find myself dreaming about Oasis’ “Champagne Supernova in the Sky” though this is probably a reference to some unsavory behavior involving hallucinogens, it makes me think of penthouse apartments and private helicopter rides, the products of living large.  Socialites often live in a world of their own and I am no exception. Though I physically reside in the real world, my mind is permanently located high above the flat line in the champagne supernova in the sky. Finding socialite fame is only a matter of having these two worlds collide.   When I spotted Monica Rich Kosann’s Planet Collection necklaces on Ramshackle Glam, I fell in love with their design and intergalactic elegance.

As an impeccable storyteller herself, Monica Rich Kosann makes all of her pieces with the purpose of allowing a woman to tell her story while expressing her fashion sense.   They are often described as “heirlooms for our generation” designed to be passed along to the next making her work truly timeless.  Retailing for well over $2,500, the Planet Collection is not only out of this world, for now, it is also well out of my price range. But, that never stopped me from aspiring.

All Access Accessory: The Magical World of Breil Jewelry


The magic behind being an Aspiring Socialite is to believe that anything is possible. My newest obsession is this revolutionary stainless steel collection by Breil.  Every piece can be worn in a number of ways so buying one is like buying many.  Pendants magically turn into long multi-layered chains and charm bracelets become necklaces within seconds.  Though Breil also has a famous line of high-end luxury watches, nothing in this collection retails for over $140.

With the social scene constantly evolving, a socialite’s jewelry must do the same. Objects that sparkle always seem magical, only with this collection they actually are.  Wearing any of these pieces to a cocktail party is guaranteed to make you the center of attention as you wow the party with your jewelry magic tricks.  Plus, they are the perfect accessory to wear with the classic little black dress.

MONET GIVEAWAY: So Glam It’s Scary!

Halloween may be a fun excuse to dress up as something else and watch horror films, however, in actually aspiring to greatness is all about faking it until you make it.  If there is anything I have learned in my first year residing in NYC, it is that this is a city of perception not of reality. So, here everyday is Halloween.  In honor of this glamorous All Hallows Eve, I will be giving away this elegant string of pearls with removable ribbon compliments of MONET to a fellow aspiring socialite.  If you haven’t noticed already, this necklace is the perfect accessory for any Halloween costume, particularity a flapper.  To win, send a tweet to @Aspiresocialite or leave a comment on this post (include your email address) telling me what you are going to be for Halloween.

Ever since it’s founding in 1929, MONET has been the leader in costume jewelry.  Their impeccable craftsmanship never ceases to have a vintage feel.  MONET has a collection for every month each named after a song.  This string of pearls is from the Piano Man collection.  Be sure to check out MONET’s Online Shop up just in time for the holidays.  So go ahead and socialite up any Halloween costume or holiday party dress with MONET.  For more information on the fabulousness of costume jewelry and collectables pick up a copy of Costume Jewelry by Judith Miller.