My designing friend Zang Toi (pronounced “Toy”) presented his Fall 2014 collection at the tents at Lincoln Center last Wednesday. Zang is often inspired by places and eras, and this season’s inspiration was 1930s Shanghai, aka the “Paris of the Orient.” Highlights included the sleek trouser suits Zang does so well … … brocade ……
Family Photos
GeorgeB’s big birthday on Saturday was a lot of fun. After the celebratory dinner, Terri Berry and I lined up with Dad for an updated version of our 1989 birthday photo. Then we gave him kisses … … which inspired his sons-in-law to do the same. My mom and nephew got in on the kissing…
The Week in Review
In case you missed it, here’s what was on the blog this week. Monday: My almost-husband Paul McCartney and the rest of the Beatles celebrate an anniversary. Tuesday: Fine jewelry should be fun! Wednesday: Feeling a little like a trendsetter. Thursday: Throwback to Marc Jacobs 2004. Friday: Feeling the Valentine’s Day love from Elle. Saturday:…
Happy Birthday, GeorgeB!
My handsome father, GeorgeB, is turning 75 today. The family is getting together for a celebration. GeorgeB is expecting us this time, unlike in 1989, when we threw him a surprise 50th birthday party. Back then, there seemed to be an eternity between me and 50. Now it’s around the corner. Saying “time flies” doesn’t…
Valentine’s Day (and Anti-Valentine’s Day) Love From Elle
Happy Valentine’s Day, anti-Valentine’s Day or day-after-Galentine’s Day, y’all! Whatever holiday you celebrate is okay with me. I don’t discriminate! Big thanks to Danielle Prescod of Elle for including three of my designs in an online feature called “Valentine’s Day Jewelry for the Funny Girl.” (That’s so perfect. I am passionate about fine jewelry with personality.)…
Throwback Thursday: Marc Jacobs Show, 10 Years Ago
Marc Jacobs will show his Fall 2014 collection tonight at 8 PM at his usual venue: the armory at 68 Lexington Avenue. I wasn’t invited, but I did go to Marc’s shows for several years, thanks to MrB’s job. I think the last one we went to was in September 2007. That show was memorable…
My Word-Necklace Style Is Catching On!
Gorgeous blogger and concerned citizen Kate of Twisted Skirt tweeted me a clip from the magazine Grazia, showing a word necklace by DKNY. I was intrigued to see that the style of word necklace I added to my line in 2012 is catching on in the big leagues. I started with this necklace in June…
Last Day for Guaranteed Valentine’s Delivery Outside New York!
Attention, last-minute Valentine’s Day shoppers! You need to order by noon EST today to receive your jewelry by Valentine’s Day. Please choose express delivery. I’ve added a few new pieces to the sale but act now — prices will go back up on February 15. CLICK HERE TO SHOP THE SALE! For those of you…
The Beatles on Ed Sullivan: 50 Years Later
Did you watch last night’s The Beatles: The Night That Changed America – A Grammy Salute, the 50th-anniversary celebration of the Beatles’ performance on the Ed Sullivan show? I loved it … except for the appearances of Maroon 5 and assorted, random-seeming actors. I’m wondering if Johnny Depp, Sean Penn and Kate Beckinsale are close personal…
The Week in Review
In case you missed something on the blog this week, here are links to all my posts. If you’re looking for Valentine’s Day gifts — for someone you know or yourself — be sure to take a look at my jewelry recommendations. Sunday: Who won the Super Bowl? Joe Namath, obviously! Monday: Ten years after…