I’m constantly working on new jewelry. I have three 18K gold pieces in the works, as well as one silver ring. I also have wax models made for two other 18K gold pieces and I’ve got ideas for dozens of other designs that I’ll do when I can afford them. Getting started on a new…
SANS FARDS, Sorta, and a Sally Hansen Manicure
Over the past few years, women without makeup — sans fards, as French ELLE puts it — have become worthy of media (and online) celebration. As highlarious gossip blogger Michael K of Dlisted explained in an April post, “It seems like every month some magazine is stripping the coats of lacquer off of the faces…
Wendy Brandes Jewelry in July’s W Magazine
Big thanks to stylist Marie-Amelie Sauve for using my Matilda sword earrings for the “Double Edge” feature in the July 2012 issue of W magazine. The shots combine edgy accessories — including incredible shoes — with pretty pastels. The earrings are used throughout the whole spread, so there are six great photos of the Matildas…
My Almost-Husband Paul McCartney Is 70
I can’t let the day go by without wishing a happy 70th birthday to my almost-husband Paul McCartney. I totally would have married the guy, but I have a thing for younger men and MrB doesn’t turn 70 till August. Call me shallow! But, seriously, I like what McCartney had to say about age in…
Words of Wisdom From Wayne Gretzky
I’m not much of a sports fan, but there are a few athletes who impress me. One is basketball Hall-of-Famer Walt “Clyde” Frazier, who is one of my official style icons. Now I’ve added hockey great Wayne Gretzky to my list of people who give good advice. I was struck by one of his classic…
Hat by Adrian
It’s my dream Whodini hat PLUS a veil! If anyone has been yearning to buy me a hat for $1,475, your prayers have been answered. Hop to it.
Topshop Drama Drags On; Letter Rings for Sale
Topshop has announced a new designer collaboration. Not with me, sillies! Instead, the U.K.-based fast-fashion chain struck a deal with 27-year-old British designer J.W. Anderson. Apparently, he’s an up-and-comer, but he’s certainly not a Margiela, Lagerfeld or Versace as far as name recognition goes. The latter three designers/design houses have all worked with H&M, a…
Great Minds Think Alike … About Embroidered Boots
I’ve always wanted a pair of embroidered vintage Golo boots. Aren’t they spectacular? These suede Jimmy Choo boots remind me of the Golos … … but the Choos are more subtle, with less embroidery and muted colors. I’m going to hold out for the eye-catching originals.
Best Use of a Previously Worn Wedding Dress
Rapper Nas posed with his ex-wife Kelis’s green wedding gown on the cover of his new album. Gotta love a fashion statement like that. While I’m amused by Nas’s recycling of the gown, I’m on Team Kelis, as far as music goes. She has a lot of good songs, but I think this is my…
