There’s something about re-living all my favorite holiday traditions that brings out the girl in me and makes my spirits bright. Is that the reason I have such a craving for all things glittery, shiny, twinkly and sparkly at this time of year? Or is it because everywhere I look I see sequin, rhinestone, jewels, and metal accents? Just this week, I gave an over 50 girlfriend a set of iPhone 4s accessories studded with pink crystals for her birthday (above) ($45) (there's a purple set for the iPhone 5). I couldn't stop giggling as I wrapped it. Have I lost my mind? It's at least debatable. For now, I submit for your review some of favorite shiny and sparkly accessories under $60 for you or for an over 50 girlfriend.
SPARKLE STYLE
When styling sequins, rhinestones, jewels and metals, I prefer a spraying of bright accents to a drenching. The last thing I want to do is look like my Christmas tree’s long, lost twin. Sparkly accessories are a fun and festive way to add something sparkly without being blinded. At this time of year, the possibilities seem unlimited. I love the…
Clutches
LOFT Bronze Sequin Mini Pouch
Natasha Couture 'Snake Sequin' Box Clutch Gold/ Black
Jessica McClintock 'Moroccan Print' Metallic Mesh Clutch
Belts
LOFT Jeweled Sparkle Stretch Belt
Jewelry
It's a little silly for me to even include jewelry. The marketplace for shiny, glittery, jeweled baubbles is so vast. However, here are a few well-priced pieces that caught my eye. Do you know some with tiny wrists? The stretch bracelets are my favorite solution for small wrists.
Ann Taylor Cocktail Bow Bracelet
Noir Jewelry Oval Cocktail Ring
Adia Kibur Cascading Earrings
Scarves
Ann Taylor Sequin Gator
Roffe Accessories 'Confetti' Infinity Scarf
Betsey Johnson Sequin Wrap
Jones New York Sparkle Wrap
Hair Clip
Deepa Gurnani Antique Crystal Hair Clip
L. Erickson Jeweled Spanish Barrette
ARE YOU SPARKLING THIS SEASON?
