15th September 2009

our big fall giveaway! fall’s hottest jewelry trends from charm & chain

i’ve been working on this goodie for a while, and am so, so, SO excited to finally share this with you guys!  welcome to our big fall fashion giveaway!  i wanted to offer up something truly extraordinary, something the winner could use as a statement piece all season to really amp up their fall wardrobe.  i think we’ve done it!

my jewelry lust is well documented – i think you’ll all attest to that.  but the truth is that i’m obsessed with good reason – in fashion, especially this year, the jewels really do make the outfit!  for fall, the trends in gems are big, strong, and sometimes hard to navigate.  so, i turned to the experts!

ali galgano owns one of my all-time favorite jewelry shops, charm & chain.  this site is so perfectly curated, it takes virtually all of the guesswork out of my jewelry choices.  she carries everything from fallon and tuleste market to house of harlow and alexis bittar, so there are loads of both splurges and steals – always a good thing.  plus, she’s just the sweetest person ever…which always makes me want to spend more money!

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with fall coming, i asked ali to share her favorite jewelry trends for the season.  i also asked if we could spread a little love and give one of her picks away to a shoppingsmycardio reader.  yep, always thinking of you guys!  so, i’m excited to tell you that that gorgeous tuleste market necklace you see above is up for grabs! (details at the end of this post!!)

now, without further ado, ali’s picks:

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“The Bigger, the Better”: necklaces and earrings keep getting bigger and bigger, as people are pushing the limits of what’s wearable.  any one of these pieces makes a serious statement! (from left: fringe necklace by lulu frost, $375; hammered squares necklace by tuleste market, $170; leather sunburst ring by house of harlow, $45)

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“American West”: we’ve seen a lot of designers turn to the american west for inspiration this season. fringe, turquoise, raw stones–a lot of the new jewelry we’re seeing reminds us of the gold rush.  (from left: bronze seedbead necklace by lee angel, $450; turquoise seedbead necklace by lee angel, $213; dina pyrite earrings by gemma redux, $245; red rock necklace by lizzie fortunato, $557)

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“Neon Pop”: it seems this season that we’ve completely flashed back to the 80s, with big shoulders, sequins, etc on the runway, along with as much neon as possible. we love the futuristic, tough feel the neon pieces have this year—a lot of the florescent pieces we’re seeing this year are paired with gunmetal hardware. (from left: fallon necklace by marlaina stone, $1500; innocence earrings by erickson beamon, $227; siena necklace by dannijo, $238)

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“Chains, Chains, Chains”: from what we’ve seen designers showing this season, the more chains you can cram on your neck and layer with shorter pieces, the more stylish you’ll be. best of all, chain looks can range from punk rock to deliciously girly.  (from left: long crystal and cross necklace by fallon, $250; layered ball and chain necklace by tuleste market, $150 (and our giveaway item!); jac necklace by gemma redux, $369)

i don’t know about you, but i’m crazy excited to add all of these hot fall trends to my wardrobe.  the great thing about most of these pieces is that a little goes a long way.  add a fringed necklace to a tee, mini and boots, and you’ve got a perfect american west look.  pair that tee with distressed jeans and flats, add a little neon pop, and presto, you’re back in the ’80s!

so, about that giveaway! that gorgeous tuleste market necklace that’s up for grabs?  it retails for $150, and is one of my absolute favorites from ali’s picks. i’m dying to pair it with everything from a simple tee to a cocktail dress…it’s sure to add instant glam to any and all ensembles! to win, just leave a comment at the end of this post (as always, if you share on facebook, twitter or any other internet-y place, leave a second comment telling me where you shared to score a bonus entry)!  since this prize is so amazing, we’ll run this contest through sunday night, and announce the winner on monday (9/21). you’ll have to email me within 24 hours to claim your prize, or we’ll find someone else to give it to, so make sure you check back monday!

thanks so much to charm & chain for offering up this truly fabulous prize.  now get those entries in!

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  1. 1 On September 15th, 2009, Wavatar Donna said:

    Love this necklace! And thanks for the link to an awesome jewelry site!

  2. 2 On September 15th, 2009, Wavatar Donna said:

    Gave some FB love….

  3. 3 On September 15th, 2009, Wavatar Megan said:

    I LOVE that necklace, and how versatile! I am so excited you are having another giveaway, how fun!

  4. 4 On September 15th, 2009, Wavatar Megan said:

    FB, woot woot!

  5. 5 On September 15th, 2009, Wavatar Marianne said:

    Love big jewelry so I am very happy it is “in” right now! Gorgeous necklace!

  6. 6 On September 15th, 2009, Wavatar Maryam in Marrakech said:

    Yowza! Love the long crystal and cross and fringe necklace, esp. What a totally fab give away!!!

  7. 7 On September 15th, 2009, Wavatar jessie said:

    Amazing! Just like all the SMC giveaways! Now if I could ever win :)

  8. 8 On September 15th, 2009, Wavatar jessie said:

    just shared with my ladies :)

  9. 9 On September 15th, 2009, Wavatar Janessa said:

    please, please, pretty please let me win!!!

  10. 10 On September 15th, 2009, Wavatar Jamie Werner said:

    OMG – I love this necklace. Reminds me of something from the 20s, with an updated feel. Have the perfect black Rebecca Taylor dress to go with! Please…

  11. 11 On September 15th, 2009, Wavatar Michelle Z said:

    Please please, let this be the one contest I actually win. Gorgeous.

  12. 12 On September 15th, 2009, Wavatar Michelle Z said:

    Tweet, tweet. (twittered @losingbabylbs)

  13. 13 On September 15th, 2009, Wavatar Terry K said:

    Love that necklace. Gorgeous piece.

  14. 14 On September 15th, 2009, Wavatar Alison said:

    Hey MissCardio – long time no chat! Hope all is well!! I would LOVE to win the necklace! I shared the link on FB too!! ;)

  15. 15 On September 15th, 2009, Wavatar Lyndsay said:

    I like to think of them as “necessaries.” :)

  16. 16 On September 15th, 2009, Wavatar Donna M said:

    The necklaces are really pretty. Great accessory to have.

  17. 17 On September 15th, 2009, Wavatar Jennifer Moore said:

    Thanks for sharin’ with all your ladies!!

  18. 18 On September 15th, 2009, Wavatar Ruth B said:

    Yay! Love the necklace! Giveaways are always fun!

  19. 19 On September 15th, 2009, Wavatar Ruth B said:

    I have also shared this on my Facebook page!

  20. 20 On September 15th, 2009, Wavatar Laura M said:

    That necklace is beautiful! It would be a fun way to update my fall look!

  21. 21 On September 15th, 2009, Wavatar Joy said:

    Love it!

  22. 22 On September 15th, 2009, Wavatar Joy said:

    Posted on FB

  23. 23 On September 15th, 2009, Wavatar Shelly said:

    Love it. Want it. Gotta have it!

  24. 24 On September 15th, 2009, Wavatar Christi said:

    I’m horribly lacking in accessories…please pick me!!!

  25. 25 On September 15th, 2009, Wavatar Christi said:

    I Tweeted!

  26. 26 On September 15th, 2009, Wavatar Emily said:

    What a beautiful necklace!!

  27. 27 On September 15th, 2009, Wavatar Emily said:

    I Tweeted!

  28. 28 On September 15th, 2009, Wavatar Anoush said:

    I adore the soft/hard dichotomy of this necklace. I’m also smitten with the Glenda Cluster Ling, which is sadly sold out, and the ridiculously beautiful and glamorous Drama Class Earrings (http://www.charmandchain.com/products/drama-class-earrings).

  29. 29 On September 15th, 2009, Wavatar Suzanne said:

    Love this necklace!

  30. 30 On September 15th, 2009, Wavatar Vanessa said:

    The dina pyrite earrings are absolutely gorgeous!! Thanks for sharing. :)

  31. 31 On September 15th, 2009, Wavatar Bobbie said:

    Woooow! Glorious!

  32. 32 On September 15th, 2009, Wavatar Tammy said:

    Wah! You’ve lured me in. I am all over the pretty contrast in this necklace!

  33. 33 On September 15th, 2009, Wavatar Sondra G said:

    I need that necklace in my life!

  34. 34 On September 15th, 2009, Wavatar Beckie G said:

    Love it :)

  35. 35 On September 15th, 2009, Wavatar Anoush said:

    added to facebook as well. :)

  36. 36 On September 16th, 2009, Wavatar Meredith said:

    I believe that necklace has my name written all over it!

  37. 37 On September 16th, 2009, Wavatar Meredith said:

    Just posted this on Facebook.

  38. 38 On September 16th, 2009, Wavatar Lauren said:

    Love this necklace! Fingers crossed that I can add it to my fall wardrobe :) !!

  39. 39 On September 16th, 2009, Wavatar Jacqueline said:

    LOVE the new fall jewelry trends–so exciting!

  40. 40 On September 16th, 2009, fall’s boots: all cuffed up » shoppingsmycardio said:

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  41. 41 On September 16th, 2009, Wavatar Jamie said:

    You know, it’s my birthday this week and that necklace would make a perfect gift.

  42. 42 On September 16th, 2009, Wavatar A said:

    Love the necklace. RT ing now

  43. 43 On September 16th, 2009, Wavatar Kassie said:

    OMG. I want it all!!

  44. 44 On September 17th, 2009, Wavatar janessa said:

    I tweeted… twittered… ok, I RT’d on twitter… @janessao

  45. 45 On September 17th, 2009, Wavatar Erin said:

    Love love love this necklace. What a fun giveaway!

  46. 46 On September 17th, 2009, Wavatar Nicole said:

    omg love that necklace!!!

  47. 47 On September 17th, 2009, Wavatar Erica said:

    omg neeed that necklace!!

  48. 48 On September 18th, 2009, Wavatar Jamie said:

    So excited…. crossing my fingers!

  49. 49 On September 18th, 2009, Wavatar Jamie said:

    Posted on my facebook….

  50. 50 On September 18th, 2009, random friday finds: fashion week edition » shoppingsmycardio said:

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  51. 51 On September 18th, 2009, last chance: giveaway reminder! » shoppingsmycardio said:

    [...] a friendly reminder that our amazing fall giveaway ends sunday night. if you haven’t entered yet, why on earth not?  this beautiful necklace by [...]

  52. 52 On September 18th, 2009, Wavatar Ariel said:

    Ooooh very classy! Drool…..

  53. 53 On September 18th, 2009, Wavatar kate h said:

    GORGGGG! i’d love to add that to my collection. :)

  54. 54 On September 18th, 2009, Wavatar kate h said:

    added it on facebook too!

  55. 55 On September 18th, 2009, Wavatar Carol Ann M. said:

    Swoon!

  56. 56 On September 18th, 2009, Wavatar FaithJ said:

    Wow, a great giveaway! Thank you, all the jewelry is gorgeous!

  57. 57 On September 18th, 2009, Wavatar bridgette said:

    I must have the House of Harlow ring. So affordable!

  58. 58 On September 18th, 2009, Wavatar S said:

    Nice necklace.

  59. 59 On September 18th, 2009, Wavatar Lynsey said:

    These are all gorgeous and what a fantastic giveaway! I tweeted all about it :)

  60. 60 On September 19th, 2009, Wavatar Erin said:

    Those dina pyrite earrings are simply awesome. They would just about go with any fall outfit. Such lovely baubles!

  61. 61 On September 19th, 2009, Wavatar RockAndCookies said:

    Possibly the most terrific piece my vintage and bauble loving eyes have ever beheld! I love it!

  62. 62 On September 19th, 2009, Wavatar RockAndCookies said:

    Twittered it!

  63. 63 On September 19th, 2009, Wavatar RockAndCookies said:

    Facebooked it!

  64. 64 On September 19th, 2009, Wavatar RockAndCookies said:

    aaannnnd, Blogged it.

  65. 65 On September 19th, 2009, Wavatar Devrie Patterson said:

    Awesome pieces! What a great giveaway, very classy!

  66. 66 On September 19th, 2009, Wavatar Valerie said:

    omfg! love it for dresses and blouses and jeans!

  67. 67 On September 19th, 2009, Wavatar Becky said:

    I want it, I want it! But full disclosure: If I win it, I’m gifting it to rockandcookies, ’cause she could SO rock that necklace.

  68. 68 On September 19th, 2009, Wavatar Natalie said:

    I’d love to own a necklace so classy,
    It’s beautiful and timeless — not flashy,
    Goes great with a dress,
    Skirts, pants, and the rest,
    And it’d make me look special and sassy!

  69. 69 On September 19th, 2009, Wavatar Lisa said:

    I’m inspired to start wearing jewelry!

  70. 70 On September 19th, 2009, Wavatar Kendall said:

    I have been making an effort to accessorize more and I think that necklace is beautiful!

  71. 71 On September 19th, 2009, Wavatar Janet said:

    Love it!

  72. 72 On September 19th, 2009, Wavatar Janet said:

    FB

  73. 73 On September 20th, 2009, Wavatar Katie R said:

    I need to add some chunk to my trunk!! Love the new necklaces for fall!

  74. 74 On September 20th, 2009, Wavatar NB said:

    Never wore big-size accessories, but would like to try this necklace

  75. 75 On September 20th, 2009, Wavatar Stephanie C. said:

    LOVE this! I must have it!

  76. 76 On September 20th, 2009, Wavatar Stephanie C. said:

    twittered / facebooked

  77. 77 On September 20th, 2009, Wavatar Dana P said:

    this necklace is amazingly gorgeous and my neck would give it a great home.

  78. 78 On September 20th, 2009, Wavatar Stephanie said:

    that necklace is very beautiful!!!!

  79. 79 On September 20th, 2009, Wavatar Stephanie said:

    Facebooked

  80. 80 On September 20th, 2009, Wavatar TheLostGoat said:

    pretty

  81. 81 On September 20th, 2009, Wavatar Eli said:

    amazing necklace!!!!! loooove!

  82. 82 On September 20th, 2009, Wavatar Catherine said:

    What a beautiful necklace! I’m so glad I decided to check back into the blog before this contest ended :)

  83. 83 On September 20th, 2009, Wavatar Crystal said:

    Gorgeous necklace!

  84. 84 On September 20th, 2009, Wavatar Katherine said:

    AMAZING necklace!!

  85. 85 On September 21st, 2009, Wavatar Apple said:

    Can I still join? The necklace is just so beautiful to pass up! :)

  86. 86 On September 21st, 2009, Wavatar Clara said:

    I’d love a chance as well if it’s not too late. Simply gorgeous!

  87. 87 On March 27th, 2010, Baubles « Adventures and Mishaps said:

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