Today is the 219th anniversary of Marie Antoinette’s execution by guillotine. I first created a ring in the French queen’s honor in 2008. Many of my jewelry designs are inspired by royalty, and no royal-themed collection is complete without an Antoinette piece. My ring, in the royal colors of purple and green, features a custom-cut…
Non-Buyer’s Remorse: Giuseppe Zanotti Wedge Sneakers
I very rarely suffer from buyer’s remorse, but every once in a while I come down with a case of non-buyer’s remorse. Right now I have it bad for the silver Giuseppe Zanotti wedge sneakers that Sporty Spice wore at the Olympic closing ceremonies. I loved those sneakers when I saw them, but I sternly…
A Familiar Sight at Patricia Field
UPDATE OCTOBER 17, 2012: I’m currently trying to trace back the knockoff rings to the original wholesaler because, as I suspected, Patricia Field’s team bought the design from another source. Patricia Field has removed the rings from its website. I figured the Topshop copy of my signature swear rings would open the floodgates for more…
Wendy’s Week in Review: October 8 – October 14
In case you missed anything, this is what I had on the blog this week. Monday: Stacy Lomman’s designs at the Gold Coast Fashion Award Show. Tuesday: Henry the dog says, “Thththttpt!” Wednesday: A plain 18K-gold chain retails for $800 nowadays. Thursday: JCK Magazine interviewed me about Jennifer Aniston’s engagement ring. Friday: My new SRSLY?…
SRSLY? How Can You Not Love This Necklace?
Here’s the latest addition to my WENDYB by Wendy Brandes diffusion line … the SRSLY? necklace. This necklace looks big in the photo but it’s actually petite. The letters are the same size — 5 millimeters — as those on my other small letter necklaces, such as my IDGAF necklace. I can’t quit turning Internet…
Jennifer Aniston and Her Big Diamond Engagement Ring
It seems some online commenters have worked themselves into a tizzy over the big diamond in actress Jennifer Aniston’s engagement ring. As a designer who has done some offbeat engagement rings, I think all that matters is that the wearer is happy. As for my personal taste, you can learn about that in my interview…
Gold-Chain Sticker Shock Strikes Again
The price of gold has more than tripled since I started my first jewelry business in 2005. If you have questions about why gold costs what it costs, I have answers for you in these posts: Get Smart (About the Price of Gold) Get Smart (About the Price of Gold), Part II If those posts…
Henry the Dog Is Not in the Mood
I don’t blame him. Being pried out of a warm bed to walk in the rain might make me blow a raspberry at a bitch too.
What We Wore: Gold Coast Fashion Award Show
My new niece, Sabrina Berry, is a considerate infant. She made her debut in a Chicago suburb when I was already on my way to the Windy City for the Gold Coast Fashion Award Show, held September 28 as a fundraiser for Lurie Children’s Hospital. The Gold Coast organizers invite “the hottest new design talent”…
Wendy’s Week in Review: October 1 – October 7
In case you missed anything, this is what I had on the blog this week. Monday: Pink’s denim jumpsuit. Tuesday: My niece, Sabrina. Wednesday: Zang Toi’s Spring 2013 show and Halloween sale on bat necklaces. Thursday: High-fashion and wedge sneakers. Friday: Do I look like Liza Minnelli? and New mid-finger rings. Saturday: Two knights don’t…