Hattie Olivia Earrings {review}

 

"This is the day that the Lord hath made, I will rejoice and be glad in it!"

 

Good afternoon ladies! On this beautiful spring day I'm pleased to bring you another product review. Shirley from Hattie Olivia Designs generously sent three pairs of her gorgeous, bohemian/Victorian inspired handmade earrings.

 

I absolutely love her style. The boho-Victorian mashup is so fabulous and unique! Positively delightful!

So, in order of the photos listed, let's take a closer look.

 

The earrings pictured above are the copper and turquoise chandelier earrings.

One thing I really like about these is the color combination. Very sophisticated and classy! Turquoise is my favorite color. And they match amazingly with any dark blue hues in my closet. The chandelier pieces are so intricate and ornate and I love the little sparkly copper beads. So far I've worn these to a retro party and church and felt absolutely fabulous with them on.

 

This pair, the blue crystals and antique gold, was the set that initially drew my attention on the Hattie Olivia Etsy page. I just love the feather pieces and Native-American inspired look! And these are a nice length, too. I've worn them to a baseball game so far for a chic, boho flair.

 

Finally, we have the gemstone chandelier earrings . These are lovely as well, and I think the purple and teal really sets them off. Very charming!

 

All three pairs seem to be made well and are pretty solid. I'm not worried about them falling apart anytime soon!

 

Overall, I recommend Hattie Olivia Designs 200%. Double thumbs up! All the pieces on the Etsy page are so darling and also reasonably priced for the quality you get. You should definitely check it out for yourself!

 

 

Note: I was provided these items from Hattie Olivia Designs in exchange for my honest opinion.

Dual Review & Another Giveaway! (TWO WINNERS!)

 

Hola chicas!

Today I have something a little different for you.

First, a dual review including products from Dazzling Adornments and Capurro Customs.

And later, we'll be having another giveaway, and this time not only one but two winners will be chosen! Stay tuned!

 

So, I was sent a cool array of handcrafted no-piercing jewelry from Dazzling Adornments. All the pieces are pictured above in the photo collage.

 

They are:

the pink silver heart charm ear cuff

the double lip ring

the triple ear cuff

the nose ring

the copper ear cuff

 And, my favorite of them all, the leaf-chain ear cuff, which I can't seem to find a link to on Etsy, sadly.

 

All of these pieces are no-pierce and easily fastened as they can be bent slightly to be adjusted to your own liking. My favorite thing about this kind of jewelry is that it does NOT require piercings!

 

Now, I've been an ear cuff wearer for a little while now, and I love how unique ear cuffs are as compared to 'regular' earrings. I've had kids compliment me on how "that looks really cool!" And my friends tell me they think that ear cuffs look Tolkien-esque, or at least reminiscent of the Elvish societies. Which is definitely a positive! But other peoples' reactions aside, I just like ear cuffs period.

 

The leaf-chain cuff pictured above is one of my favorite cuffs now. And speaking of Elvish-ness, it certainly looks like something straight out of Rivendell or Lothlorien to me! I love the silver color and subtle-ness of the chain and delicate leaf charm. A very sophisticated cuff for sure!

 

All the other cuffs are made with a pliable yet substantial silver or copper wire. They are very lightweight. You can easily forget you're even wearing them.

 

I am sorry to say that I don't wear lip or nose cuffs so therefore I can't say much on their wear-a-bility. Honestly, I just wouldn't like something metal on my lip or nose. That's just me. I have nothing against it theologically or anything like that, because for one thing we see in the Old Testament where Isaac gave Rebecca a gold nose ring, among other examples. To me it's just a matter of personal preference to only wear ear jewelry as far as this is concerned.

 

But! For anybody out there who does wear lip or nose cuffs, it's your 'lucky' day...and you'll see why!

 

Overall, I have enjoyed wearing the leaf-chain cuff very much, and concerning the other cuffs, I would wear them in a heartbeat as well (with the exception of the nose and lip cuffs) if it weren't for the fact that one of you fabulous people will be...oh, I'm getting ahead of myself. Just keep reading!

 

Bottom line? Dazzling Adornments gets my seal of approval!

 

 

Next we have two elegant items from Capurro Customs! I was sent a custom black and cream skirt and Black lace infinity scarf.

 

The skirt is pictured above. I absolutely LOVE the fabric! It's actually very similar to that of my bedroom curtains...maybe that's why I was initially drawn to it, haha. (I love my curtains.) It's quaint, old-timey and feminine. I love the black white contrast, with the old-fashioned designs on the fabric.  So cute!

 

 Sadly, this skirt was too short on me. The hem fell a bit above my knees, and the shortest skirt I will wear is knee length. Bummer! It has a durable elastic waistband with a good bit of give, so you can wear it at your natural waist, higher, or really whichever way you like. So that wasn't the issue.

The length just didn't work on my long legs. For a girl who's shorter than me (I'm 5'8") it would be completely modest though...knee-length or longer.

 

As far as the craftsmanship of this skirt goes, it's flawless. I would definitely wear this skirt if it were a tad longer and maybe with a little more fabric to it in general, say, more of an A-line design with some flare at the bottom.

 

 

Now, the scarf I will be keeping. Who doesn't love black lace or just lace in general? What's more feminine than a nice lace scarf??

 

 

My pictures are pretty bad. So therefore I'm including a few from the Capurro Customs Etsy page.

 

 

 

As you can see, this would work with just about any outfit on the face of the earth. Black goes with everything! And since this is entirely lace, it's lightweight and could be used as a spring/summer scarf indefinitely. I love it!

 

Purchase this scarf here.

 

 Overall, I have to give Capurro Customs a double thumbs up. And yes, that also means I give it my seal of approval! The quality is superb, and the aesthetics of the products captivating and delightful.

 

NOW. For the moment you've all been waiting for! At least, I hope you have...

 

We're having another giveaway!!

 

In this one, you can enter to win either the skirt from Capurro Customs (shown above) or a set of cuffs from Dazzling Adornments.

The skirt is a size medium/small roughly, with a 30-31 inch waist (can stretch to larger). Picture how cute it would be with some cowboy boots and black tights/leggings underneath!
 

The cuff jewelry you will be winning includes the pink ear cuff, the double lip ring, the triple ear cuff, the nose ring, and the copper ear cuff. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Two winners will be chosen - one will get the skirt, and one will get the cuff set!

 

a Rafflecopter giveaway

 

Have fun and make sure to spread the word to your friends!

 

Have a blessed day!

Note: These items were provided in exchange for my honest review. All opinions expressed remain mine and mine alone.

Dabble Designs Owl Earrings {review}

 

Good afternoon ladies!

 

Aren't these earrings adorable? A month or so ago I was sent them to review from Katie at Dabble Designs.

 

They're 100% sterling silver, and quite small. The owl design is so intricate and darling!

I'm a major owl lover so naturally these earrings caught my attention. And they're itty-bitty, so if I wanted to just throw a subtle touch to my outfit they'd be perfect.

 

 

The perfect pair of unique mini studs! They're very easy to wear.

I see no cons to these earrings except that you might be able to lose the backs because they're just so tiny. But that could also happen with larger studs as well, so nothing can be helped there really. You just have to make sure you put this pair in a place in your jewelry box where they won't get tucked away and forgotten!

 

Overall, I like these earrings a lot. Personally I might prefer them a little bigger, if I were to design them, simply so you can see the owl better, but that's just me.  I'm the kind of girl who loves big hoops and long danglies. But studs have their occasion, and let's be honest, for practicality's sake you just can't go around scrubbing tubs and doing laundry in big clunky earrings!

 

So, these are quite perfect for everyday activities, or just about anything really.  Oh-so-cute! And silver matches with everything so it's a win/win there also.

 

Find Dabble Designs on Etsy, or visit the website here! 

Also, why not like DD on Facebook?

 

Blessings,

Note: I was provided this item from Dabble Designs in exchange for my honest review.

Beautifly Natural Jewelry {review}

 

 

"I saw a chance to reuse butterflies that had naturally expired at a local conservatory and I approached the manager with my proposition of making jewelry out of the wings. I made a few sample products and then was asked to begin a business selling the newly made butterfly jewelry within the conservatory's gift shop. The natural jewelry was very well received and I was able to set up a studio.
I am very excited about the business that unexpectedly became a reality in my life. I am thankful for all the opportunities that have allowed me to come this far. But most importantly I am delighted to be able to share these beautiful creatures in a creative way that can be admired and enjoyed for years to come." -Bethany, shop owner, maker & designer

 

 

We have a very unique review today from Beautifly Natural Jewelry - a shop on Etsy that offers laminated butterfly wing earrings and nature-themed accessories!

 

I don't know about y'all, but I'm an avid lover of the great outdoors, fresh air and all the beautiful creatures which God has placed on this earth for us to enjoy and protect. Butterflies have always been fascinating insects to me, with their dainty, frail forms and intricate wing designs.

 

So the concept of getting to actually wear earrings made from real butterfly wings really intrigued me.

 

 

I was sent two different pairs to review. This first one is from a Sulphur butterfly. You can find/purchase them here.

 

The wings are about an inch or so long.

 

I love the bright yellows in this pair. So lovely and full of sunshine!

 

 

This second pair is my favorite. They're Paper Kite wings and roughly double the size of the Sulphurs above. I love this length, and translucent colors. Find these earrings here.

 

 

What I love about these earrings is how, when you run your fingers over the laminated material, you can actually feel the veins of the wings - this is the real deal.

Both pairs are so unique and original - naturally.

 

 

They're very, very lightweight so they won't drag your earlobes down at all. In fact, you almost forget you're wearing them.

 

 Overall, I think this shop - and the products it offers - is awesome. I love how different and original the jewelry is. These are definitely earrings I will wear! I give both pairs a double thumbs-up, and that goes for the rest of Beautifly Natural Jewelry, too. Working with Bethany was a pleasure!

 

You should definitely check out her work. And like her Facebook page!

 

What do y'all think? Which is your favorite pair?

 

 

Note: I was provided these items from Beautifly Natural Jewelry in exchange for my honest opinion.

 

One More Jewelry/Accessory Haul!

 

Hey ladies! Today I've got a bunch of neat product reviews for y'all.

First we have an ADORABLE necklace from Frida & Marilyn .

 

 

 

This necklace was created using recycled and vintage materials. I really like that factor.

It is really very much my style, the retro look. Plus, I appreciate resourcefulness.

 

This is a beautiful piece. I adore it. It's been a main accessory in my outfits lately ever since it arrived in the mail.

 

And, of course, the packaging was adorbs.

 

 

I haven't worn many loooong necklaces like this before, but this sort matches with most anything and as I said before I just loved it as soon as I laid eyes on it. It's so me!

 

It's so unique. Even the chain suspending the pendant is beautifully original.

 

Overall, I have NO complaints and I absolutely love Leyla's (the shop owner) work! You should definitely check out her shop.

 

 

Next up, another adorrrrable piece of jewelry - a pair of earrings from Miss Frosting.

 

 

First of all, the packaging! Once again, just too cute not to get a picture of.

 

I just love these earrings. To me they have a semi-retro look. Very classy and elegant. I love wearing them!

 

They're very lightweight and I forget I even have them on, sometimes!

 

 

The length is perfect. Not too long, but not too short either.

 

Overall, I give these earrings two thumbs up! They're super stylish and cute, and I've enjoyed wearing them all over the place. They're already a stable in my wardrobe!

(Go check out the Miss Frosting store right now!!)

 

 

 

And here we have a lovely hat from SavannahWillow.

I know the pictures aren't very good. But I still love wearing this hat nonetheless. I've always liked hats, anyway. Something about them is just so incredibly classy.

 

 

 

Hats can spruce up just about any outfit. It's a shame that many women don't wear them anymore like they used to.

 

Anyhow, I really like this hat. It's black, so it matches with everything, and black is inherently classy in my opinion, anyway.

 

(Excuse my goofy posing. I'm not very photogenic...haha.)

Anyhoo, Savannah Willow has a number of other vintage items similar to this hat. You should take a look!

 

 

Now. I  know this particular review is long-overdue, especially considering that I was sent this pair of boots several months ago.

They're from Bete Noire Vintage . I think they are simply adorable, but the problem? My feet are, as always, too big. >_<

 

I will give them to a friend with smaller feet. But it was disappointing because these are just so unique and I would certainly have worn them if I could've.

 

Well, that wraps up today'spost!

Hope all you lovely people enjoyed!

 

Blessings,