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Showing posts with label Etsy. Show all posts
Wednesday, November 14, 2012
Monday, October 15, 2012
Take Back Halloween!
I recently came across a fanstastic website, http://takebackhalloween.org/ which is dedicated to taking back Halloween for women. What do they mean by "Taking Back Halloween?" Taking it back from the sexy nurse, sexy doctor, sexy this, sexy that, sexy-anything options that are so prevalent for women and championing costumes representing strong women through history like Queens, Activists, and Movie Stars.
What is even more amazing, is for each listing, they include links to purchasing items to complete your costume.
But I have a suggestion. Many of the links to various pieces of rhinestone jewelry are links to buying the pieces off of Chinese re-sellers. I personally don't think this is the best idea, as these pieces are shipped across the world, we don't know under what conditions they are made, and they aren't the most enviornmentally friendly option.
If I were them, I'd link to an Etsy search of vintage rhinestone jewelry! Going vintage is much more environmentally friendly, not to mention, much more likely to be period appropriate. AND the quality of the pieces is going to be a lot better.
I did a quick search on Etsy and found some great pieces that could be used for many of their costumes, including Queen Victoria, Carlota of Mexico, Audrey Hepburn, Josephine Baker, or Rita Heyworth.
Looking to do costumes that are more Egyptian / Middle Eastern like Isis, Hatshepsut, Jezebel, Puabi, or Zenobia? Here are some suggestions...
Regardless, my suggestion is, before purchasing reproduction or faux-vintage rhinestone pieces off of Amazon or some other costuming website, check Etsy first for true vintage! You'll find pieces that will not hurt your wallet, and will be a little more forgiving to the environment.
What is even more amazing, is for each listing, they include links to purchasing items to complete your costume.
But I have a suggestion. Many of the links to various pieces of rhinestone jewelry are links to buying the pieces off of Chinese re-sellers. I personally don't think this is the best idea, as these pieces are shipped across the world, we don't know under what conditions they are made, and they aren't the most enviornmentally friendly option.
If I were them, I'd link to an Etsy search of vintage rhinestone jewelry! Going vintage is much more environmentally friendly, not to mention, much more likely to be period appropriate. AND the quality of the pieces is going to be a lot better.
I did a quick search on Etsy and found some great pieces that could be used for many of their costumes, including Queen Victoria, Carlota of Mexico, Audrey Hepburn, Josephine Baker, or Rita Heyworth.
Looking to do costumes that are more Egyptian / Middle Eastern like Isis, Hatshepsut, Jezebel, Puabi, or Zenobia? Here are some suggestions...
Regardless, my suggestion is, before purchasing reproduction or faux-vintage rhinestone pieces off of Amazon or some other costuming website, check Etsy first for true vintage! You'll find pieces that will not hurt your wallet, and will be a little more forgiving to the environment.
Friday, July 13, 2012
What's in Style Right now? Metal Cuffs
I got a free subscription to In Style Magazine with my order of shoes from an online retailer. I've enjoyed it for the most part. It's an easy read and it has given me some ideas on how to improve my own wardrobe, even though I'm not a size 0 nor 16 years old.
Anyway, they have been featuring a lot of metallic cuffs. If you don't believe me, check out this slide show.
Now, none of the featured cuffs that In Style has are under $60, with many of them over $100! Which seems extreme to me. So I went through Etsy to see if I could get some vintage cuffs that would still fit with today's fashion, at more affordable prices. (Click the image to get to the actual listing)
Here's a stunning cuff from TheVintageBombshell that is only $15.00!
TrinityBejeweled features this braided silver toned metal cuff for only $13.00!
Here's a shiny silver cuff by KathiJanes that is still affordable at $19.95.
If you are willing to spend a little more money, there are also some more higher priced cuffs available on Etsy. However, they are vintage, so not only are you being eco friendly by buying them, you're supporting small business, keeping them out of landfills, and buying something that very few people have!
I love this geometric cuff from GibsonGirlVintage that features a silver square pattern over top of a copper cuff! It is $70.
FrenchFrouFrou also has a mixed metal cuff that is very modern and clean for only $45.50.
Finally, here's a truly excellent copper cuff from beatomicbeauty with a checkerboard pattern and greek-key design! The most expensive of the cuffs I found, this one is still only $75, which is at least $100 less than the most expensive cuff featured on "In Style."
If you're looking for great cuffs, don't forget to check out Etsy for some great vintage pieces that are still "in style."
Anyway, they have been featuring a lot of metallic cuffs. If you don't believe me, check out this slide show.
Now, none of the featured cuffs that In Style has are under $60, with many of them over $100! Which seems extreme to me. So I went through Etsy to see if I could get some vintage cuffs that would still fit with today's fashion, at more affordable prices. (Click the image to get to the actual listing)
Here's a stunning cuff from TheVintageBombshell that is only $15.00!
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| 70s Silver Toned Metal Cuff Bracelet with Agate Cabochon |
Nonnie60 has this stunning Hammered Metal cuff featuring Topaz and Rootbeer Rhinestones for only $26.00
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| Vintage Bracelet, Hammered Metal Cuff, Gold Plated, Citrine & Rootbeer Glass Gemstones, ca 1980s |
TrinityBejeweled features this braided silver toned metal cuff for only $13.00!
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| Heavy Braided Metal Cuff Bracelet |
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| Vintage Bracelet / Cuff Silver Tone Metal Statement Large Chunky Shiny Art Deco Cuff Retro Cuff 1980s |
If you are willing to spend a little more money, there are also some more higher priced cuffs available on Etsy. However, they are vintage, so not only are you being eco friendly by buying them, you're supporting small business, keeping them out of landfills, and buying something that very few people have!
I love this geometric cuff from GibsonGirlVintage that features a silver square pattern over top of a copper cuff! It is $70.
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| 60s Geometrical Gold Metal Cuff Bracelet |
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| vintage bracelet modernist copper brass mixed metal large cuff |
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| Extra Wide CHECKERBOARD Vintage Copper CUFF Bracelet |
If you're looking for great cuffs, don't forget to check out Etsy for some great vintage pieces that are still "in style."
Saturday, July 7, 2012
EcoChic Fresh Finds for Saturday!
Our recently listed 1960s Elgin Swiss watch is included in today's EcoChic Fresh Finds! Click on the photo to get a better look at all the gorgeous items!
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
EcoChic Endless Summer Gatsby 101
We've got a ring featured in this fantastic treasury of vintage jewelry by EcoChic member Miranda. Click on the image to see the actual treasury!
Friday, June 22, 2012
Friday EcoChic Fresh Finds
The Ecochic Team on Esty has a daily treasury they do that features the freshest of the new vintage listings for jewelry and other vintage accessories.
Today's Treasury is by the fabulous WickedDarling and features some amazing pieces! Click on the photo to see the treasury.
Today's Treasury is by the fabulous WickedDarling and features some amazing pieces! Click on the photo to see the treasury.
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