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Some Pre-Holiday Laughs for the Ladies

December 23, 2016 by WendyB

This is from 2014 (and largely scripted, I believe), but it just went around the Interwebs again for some reason, and I’m glad it did. “Meh” is one of my favorite moments, but it’s all high-larious. Enjoy!

Filed Under: Cute/Funny/Weird, feminism, humor, In the News

RIP, China Machado and Franca Sozzani

December 22, 2016 by WendyB

This year has robbed us of David Bowie, Prince, Muhammad Ali, our faith in our democracy — the list of obituaries goes on and on. In the fashion world, Bill Cunningham, the original street-style photographer, was a huge loss. But if there’s a fashion heaven, Bill is no doubt giving a warm welcome to two…

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Filed Under: Fashion, In the News, obits Tagged With: anna wintour, bill cunningham, china machado, franca sozzani

Feminist Jewelry for the Holidays: Last Call!

December 21, 2016 by WendyB

Order RIGHT NOW and select overnight delivery in order to get a NASTY necklace for your favorite NASTY women in time for Xmas/ Hanukkah/Festivus/whatever! Gorgeous blogger Becky Stone of Diamonds in the Library included this necklace in her recent roundup of feminist jewelry. But what really delighted me was that she went beyond highlighting the…

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Filed Under: feminism, In the News, Jewelry, my designs, Press Tagged With: feminist jewelry, nasty woman

Shop ANZA Gems for Jewelry That Gives Back

December 19, 2016 by WendyB

I’m delighted to announce that ANZA Gems has launched its e-commerce site, meaning you can now buy my one-of-a-kind ruby dangle ring with a simple click! This sweet #ruby ring from our collaboration with @wendybrandesjewelry will bring you holiday cheer all year! Looks pretty festive next to this specimen of ruby in zoisite from the…

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Filed Under: Jewelry, my designs, rings

RIP, Zsa Zsa Gabor

December 18, 2016 by WendyB

I’ve got to pay my respects to Zsa Zsa Gabor, a woman who really knew how to wear my favorite color: leopard. Embed from Getty Images She also gave great advice on romance and jewelry, saying, “I never hated a man enough to give him his diamonds back.” Yasss, dahlink! Zsa Zsa died at the…

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Filed Under: Celebrities, In the News, obits

The Week in Review

December 18, 2016 by WendyB

In case you missed it, here’s what was on the blog this week. Monday, Dec. 12: Going on strike. Tuesday, Dec. 13: True patriots displaying the American flag. Wednesday, Dec. 14: Platinum for the holidays. Over on Instagram, we had a beautiful new close-up of my Cleves swan necklace. Those of you who are concerned…

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Jewels of the Month: Platinum for the Holidays

December 14, 2016 by WendyB

Still finishing your holiday shopping? Or are you like me and just getting started? Not to worry! If you’re in the continental U.S., I can get jewelry to you in time for Christmas Day if you order by Dec. 21. (If you’re in New York City, you have until Dec. 23. I’ll messenger your purchase…

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Filed Under: jewel of the month, Jewelry, platinum Tagged With: platinum, platinum guild international, platinum jewelry

Photos From the Strike

December 13, 2016 by WendyB

Here are a few photos and a video from yesterday’s protest. I don’t know why I didn’t take a selfie with the woman who exclaimed, “This is my first time in New York City and I’m exhilarated to be doing this!” She was a good representative of the energy there. #treason #treason #treason A photo…

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Filed Under: In the News, politics Tagged With: fascism, never putin, never trump, protest, save democracy

Today, We Strike

December 12, 2016 by WendyB

Read about the Women and Allies Nationwide Protest and join a march in your city. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION. If you can’t spend the day, drop by on your lunch hour or after work/school. And if you can’t make it physically, flex your economic muscles by refusing to spend any money for 24 hours.

Filed Under: feminism, In the News, politics

The Week in Review

December 11, 2016 by WendyB

My big news this week is that my friend Stef and I launched a new blog: The Activist Playbook. We want this website to become a centralized resource for people who wish to join the fight against fascism in America. It will include daily actions you can take to resist the dismantling of our democracy….

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Filed Under: week in review Tagged With: bella hadid, never trump, the activist playbook

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Award-winning designer of fine jewelry inspired by women's history and pop culture. A former journalist who writes about jewelry, fashion, medieval history, news, feminism, dogs, cats and whatever else is on her mind. Blogging since 2007.
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