Thread Conscious

October 27, 2011

Statement Jewelry: October Owls

Large Pendants

I absolutely love owl jewelry.  A symbol of mystery and wisdom, I’ve been fascinated with owls since childhood.  They’re also the mascot for all things super nerdy.  And if you’ve been reading this blog you know that things can get quite nerdy!  Best of all, this collection is a steal, ranging from only $5-$28 per piece.

I love statement jewelry, and the pendants above make a bold statement.  I believe that all but one came from Eastside Antiques in Fort Worth.  My aunt gave me the white owl pendant- how cute is he with his wing hiding his face! 

Bling Bling

 Sometimes, you just need some bling in your life.  These are medium-sized pendants, rather modest in my opinion.  However, what they lack in size they more than make up for with sparkle.  These necklaces are perfect for dressing up any casual look. 

Abstract Pendants and Ring

 Like art, jewelry can be a literal representation of a real-world object, or more abstract.  I love when jewelry takes a more artistic approach and suggests an idea or object, rather than simply replicating it.  These owl pendants and two-finger ring (top right) are fun and visually interesting.  I just got the green one from Dolly Python Vintage in Dallas, and it’s my new favorite of the collection. 

Little Cuties

 This is a grouping of my smaller pieces, which includes brooches, a ring and a necklace.  I love the little guy with the argyle sweater.  I just remembered that I forgot to include another brooch- it’s a gold owl with eyeglasses that actually move up and down!  It’s so adorable.  I got it at the Montgomery Street Antique Mall in Fort Worth.  The ”shadow box” necklace came from Charming Charlie in Virginia a couple of months ago. 

Rock Stars

This group incorporates natural stone into the design that gives each piece a vintage feel.  The necklace at the top also came from Dolly Python in Dallas.  The bottom brooch has a lovely red stone with silver and gold detail.  It reminds of the bird in that really old- I mean really really old- movie “The Clash of the Titans.”  It’s an oldie but a goodie.

Speaking of an oldie but goodie, it’s almost time for Thread Conscious’s TWO-YEAR ANNIVERSARY!  My, how time flies when you’re having fun.  : )

Fashionably Yours,

Nik

 

October 9, 2011

Anniversary Gifts: The Bold and the Beautiful

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I just have to give my sweetie props for the thoughtful gifts given this year…perfection.

Vintage-inspired Diamond Earrings

I absolutely love these earrings.  They’re classic, timeless and distinctively vintage.  I think they’ll look great at the office and also nicely dress up any casual ensemble.

Rare Louis Vuitton Satin Monogram Ange Noir Evening Bag

What an adorably elegant bag!  I love the subtle monogram pattern paired with the bold metallic accents in the side panels, clasp and mesh handle.  This limited-edition purse was sold in the late 1990′s and is rather difficult to find these days.  This is definitely not an everyday bag, but is perfect for an anniversary celebration.

Fashionably Yours,

Nik

 

November 2, 2010

Happy Birthday Thread Conscious!

Filed under: Fashion Blog — Tags: , , — Nik @ 9:48 pm

 

Photo Credit: Bridesbuzzing.com

So today is my one year anniversary- that’s right, Nov. 2nd- it was a year ago that I started Thread Conscious, while still in school!  Many thanks to all my readers and fellow bloggers, in Dallas/Ft. Worth, in the U.S. and across the pond!

Fashionably Yours,
Nik

(p.s. I hope you voted today!)