Valentine’s Day Gift Guide 2015

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love is in the air!!! Birds are tweeting, the sun is shining… And romantic folks everywhere are making a dash to Hallmark to find that perfect expression of their feelings for someone very special in this world.

Whether you’re level-headed, romantic, mushy, or full-blown twitterpated (yes, that’s a thing; Google the movie Bambi!), here are some gift suggestions for the unique love of your life.
XOXO,
Tanya

Photography by Gretchen LeMay, Studio 208 / Jewelry Courtesy of Hal Davis Jewelers /
Skirt Custom-Made by Retro Hunny Clothing / Lace Top from Express / Shoes Sam Edelman, Nordstrom

SPLURGE

1. Millesia Guepiere Corset, $287, Sugarbums Intimates
2. Black Halo 3/4 Sleeve Jackie O Dress, $345 online or locally at Piece Unique & Shoez, (208) 387-0250
3. Burberry Animal Print Ponyskin Iphone 5/5S Case, $325
4. Valentino Va Va Voom Rockstud Shoulder Bag Red, $3,245 at Neiman Marcus
5. Charles Krypell “I Love You Today, Tomorrow, Forever” Collectible Bracelets & Rings, Price Upon Request at Hal Davis Jewelers, (208) 343-6151
6. Christian Louboutin Mea Culpa Flared Suede Red Sole Pump, $895 at Neiman Marcus

HAPPY MEDIUM

1. Express Heart and Arrow Strappy Babydoll Dress, On SALE now: $55.93 at Express
2. Sam Edelman “Eden” Snakeskin Sandal, $159.95, Nordstrom
3. Rebecca Minkoff Heart Crossbody Bag, $195, Rebecca Minkoff.com
4. Engraveable Bar Cuff, $98 / Signature Engraveable Bar Necklace, $59, Stella & Dot
5. Classic Chanel Camellia Scarf, $245
6. Valentino “Valentina” eau de parfum, $84-112 at Nordstrom
7. Elizabeth & James necklace, $175, Sugarbums Intimates

BUDGET-FRIENDLY

1. WOLF Designs Leather Travel Jewelry Case $60, handmade in Spain. More styles & colors available at Hal Davis Jewelers.
2. Kate Spade Designer Housewares & Decor, $30-50 at Hal Davis Jewelers
3. Camille Beckman Urban Bloom Luxury Body Lotions, $18-20 each
4. Unigon Specialties Handmade “Pulse” bracelet, Sterling Silver, $20
5. Pleaser Glittery Pumps, $82, ShoeHound
6. Kate Spade adorable animals housewear & dishes, $30-50 at Hal Davis Jewelers
7. Coach Studs Heart Coin Case, $95
8. Lace Cut-out Back Cropped Tee, Now 1/2 off at Express, $29.95 / Custom-Made Red Tulle Skirt, Regular price $70, Retro Hunny (SPECIAL: place your order by Valentine’s Day for holiday pricing: $60 including materials! Custom lengths, sizes, and colors available!)
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Special THANKS to Gretchen LeMay at 208 Studios for the fun Valentine’s Day photos!!! XOXO

Rings, Top to bottom: Greg Ruth, Price upon request / The black ring, Tacori, $350.00 / Midi ring, Suna Bros, Price upon request / “Love” band, Charles Krypell, $120 / Large sparkler, Greg Ruth, Price upon request at Hal Davis Jewelers

Earrings, Suna Bros/ Floating Diamonds Necklace, Suna Bros / Long necklace, Suna Bros- All Price Upon Request at Hal Davis Jewelers

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Fashion Review: Vinca Jewelry

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Liberty Hoops from VincaUSA.com / Photo: Ammophotog / Necklace: Custom design by Unigon Specialties /
Sunglasses: Coach, via Boise Mountain Eyecare

Recently, kitschy-cool jewelry retailer VincaUSA.com contacted me about trying out their online shopping site. They specialize in unique statement jewelry at affordable prices, and are sold in stores like Kitson, Nordstrom, and shopping mega-retailer Fab.com.

I really got a kick out their fun designs, from taquito studs to Last Unicorn rings to King Kong necklaces made from mirrored silver acrylic.

Vinca has something for every statement-making fashionista; whether your style is kitchy, cute, or flat-out dramatic, you’re going to find “Ooh, that’s so me!” pieces, that won’t break your budget!

I fell in love with the Liberty Hoop earrings, for their every-day versatility, but stand-out iconic style. Fierce and patriotic at the same time, I can wear these spiked cuties with just about anything!

I was surprised by how quickly they arrived! And each box was delicately hand-wrapped origami style, in the sweetest black & floral tissue paper – such a lovely surprise, it felt like Christmas.

I would definitely shop at Vinca again. In fact, here are a few more items I have my eyes on…

Moon & Stars earrings, $32 / Super Power Rings, multiple colors, $32 each / Mirrored Gold Fox Necklace, $48

Vinca also has exclusive rights to jewelry pieces from The Last Unicorn, a movie I loved in my childhood.
Aren’t they fun?

Thank you, Vinca, for introducing me to your quirky and pretty statement pieces! J’Adore!!!
XOXO,

~ Cute pieces from Vinca’s latest designs, the Kitsch-enette Collection and the garden-themed Bug Collection! ~

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International Fashion Designer Donald J Pliner Comes to Boise!

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Donald J. Pliner, Photo courtesy of Dillard’s

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