From PVC to crystal and blown glass, nothing says Summer like... Transparency! According to Vogue, PLASTIC Jewelry takes center stage this Summer:

A shell on a gold chain?! Absolutely. I can't wait to show you the stunners I unearthed in the sand on a recent beach trip. They are just begging to be worn long like this one in the middle:

Enjoy the Sun (wear screen!) and happy Summer!
xo-Laura 

photo cred: Vogue

Come shop Laura James Jewelry at the annual
Charlotte Country Day Art Pop Up Shop!

Thurs- Sat April 19-21

Charlotte, NC

Location:

Cannon Library

8am-4pm thurs + fri

10am-4pm sat

Love it or hate it, the Choker Necklace trend is back with a vengeance this year! All over the runways, but with some unique twists...

Lots of ideas there, but I prefer these delicate alternatives: 

What's your preference? Not ready to take the dive, yet? I actually have several necklace options that can be worn as almost chokers in my latest MidCentury Necklace Collection... in case you want to gently jump on the bandwagon!

Enjoy :)

Laura

photos via pinterest

Year after year we swing back and forth from "SILVER is the new Gold!" or "Delicate Jewelry is IN for Spring!"but this latest trend is the one I am most excited about. In fact, to me, it's not a trend at all. It's just finally gained more momentum because Art Jewelry is now more available than ever before.

Art translates in a very different way from a Trend...it's personal. Like a painting that grabs you the moment you see it, THIS is what we're talking about with the "Extra Special" jewelry trend. 

It's Attachment. Jewelry that speaks to you when you see it. Moves you. Maybe it's a sentimental piece, maybe it was made by someone that you know...or maybe it's a reason you can't even explain.

Here are a few examples of jewelry that speaks to me:

Carved Gemstone Rings by Jade Jagger

Enamel Earrings

A Vintage French Buckle Ring

Monica Sordo Stone Choker

Gold Gryphon Cuff Bracelet by Sopho Gongliashvili

And there ya have it...a few of the many Extra Special pieces of jewelry out there that inspire me. That I would love to have. That I will keep on my running Wish List. 

How about you? What are some pieces of jewelry that move you?

xox-

Laura

Found: a Jewelry traveller that I am in LOVE with! This studded mosaic zip case is at the top of my Wish List...

Gold studs, cream leather, AND anti-tarnish lining! Swoon. Now I just need to find a place to go...

*It's 25% off via Wayfair $111.99 (orig. $149) :)

Terrazzo is having a moment and I am beyond thrilled. To me the Midcentury mosaic wonder is basically jewelry for the home! 

I first fell in love with the material as a young child in my Grandfather's home. It was a sprawling modern Asian style with Terrazzo floors. The metallics drew me in and I was surprised that there was a material that could make something as mundane as a floor sparkle.

What actually is Terrazzo? It's pieces of marble and granite suspended in concrete. Doesn't sound so sparkly, but the finished product can add as much color as a painting. It's a perfect way to artfully brighten up a room or give hint of shimmer to a high-traffic area, like a floor.

Here are a few examples...I even found a pair of Terrazzo Earrings!

Enjoy!
xx-Laura

Photos: Anthropologie table; Sevak Zargarian bowls; Etsy 

Holiday Pop Up Shop starts Thursday, December 7 in Charlotte! 

Gifts galore from Laura James Jewelry, Susie Collins Jordan Paintings, Kids Clothing, Handpainted ornaments, Beautycounter and more. Don't Miss this event!