i’ve been a little jewelry-obsessed this year, i’ll freely admit.  what can i say…my ’08 new year’s resolution was to be better about accessorizing (i can be something of a lazy dresser), and i take these things seriously.

lately, i’ve been feeling the itch to splurge on something really special.  and while, fortunately, my darling hubs took care of that for me with my amazing christmas gift, well…once i get the itch, i can’t keep myself from browsing.  which is how i stumbled on ylang 23, a remarkable collection of fine and fashion jewelry.  

in general, finding my favorite hip jewelry designers online is a struggle, and most stores that are online have a hugely overwhelming selection.  but ylang 23 is perfectly curated and well-edited, and offers pieces in a huge range of price points, so you’re sure to find something you can’t live without.

my number one pick is this gorgeous pair of lapis leaf earrings by irene neuwirth, one of my favorite designers (sadly, these are still in the fantasy category).  if you were looking for a splurge-worthy piece, i can’t think of anything better – these are unique, statement-making, and completely wearable with just about anything.

jeanine payer is a longtime love of mine – blame it on the english lit degree.  she christens each of her pieces with a quote, but it’s not the usual, trite sort.  think dante and thoreau, not shakespeare and saint peter – her intent is to be abstract, so you can decide what the quote means to you.  best of all, her pieces are all a crazy 40% off at ylang 23 right now! talk about an opportunity that doesn’t come along every day – i’ve literally never seen her pieces on sale.  try her delicate marigold earrings or, for an easy starter piece, i love her velvet and leather bracelets, which you can pick up for under $100.

while you’re browsing, don’t miss this crazy cool raw amethyst cluster pendant, or these gorgeous silver feather earrings…hmm, maybe you should just try to look at everything.

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