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Unemployed? This Accessory Could Land You a Job

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Advertise Your Availability. Photo courtesy of Laid Off Need a Job

Sure, we'd all love to run out and buy the latest in high-end jewelry -- those amazing red carpet and runway pieces we couldn't take our eyes off of -- but let's get real. In this economy, we've got to be budget-conscious, as does our jewelry.

Here's a novel idea -- instead of working for your jewelry, make your jewelry work for you. It could even help you land your next job!

The Laid Off Need a Job wristband, much like a medical-alert bracelet, puts it all out there. The accessory was conceived by the once-unemployed Stephanie Aucoin and her designer friend Barbara Bourn.

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Handcrafted Jewelry by John Medeiros

Filed under: Accessories, Interviews

John Medeiros jewelryWe recently caught up with jewelry designer John Medeiros. The son of European immigrants, John designs beautiful original jewelry, all of which is handcrafted in the United States, and comes with a lifetime guarantee.

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Indie Designer Interview: MiscBeads

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Emerald Forest - green and tan beaded necklace with peyote tubes by MiscBeadsToday's featured indie designer is jewelry artist Rose Judnich of MiscBeads. Rose creates wonderful beaded jewelry and her story proves that everyone has a little creative spark inside of them, just itching to get out.

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We Declare It "Statement Bracelet" Time!

Filed under: Stores We Love, Product Reviews, Must Haves

BraceletThere's all this talk about statement necklaces and big, crazy '80s earrings. But what about bracelets? When do they get their time to shine? How about right now! Jeweler Nicole Vazquez makes some of the most gorgeous bracelets we've ever laid eyes on.

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Nicole James Jewelry Equals Amazing

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necklaceSo you've been searching for that perfect statement necklace. But the last thing you want to do is wear something completely glamorous or totally 80s when all you want to do is kick back and relax in your jeans and tee today. So how do you make your simple ensemble go pop? Enter Nicole James Jewelry.

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Phat Hemp Handmade Hemp Jewelry

Filed under: Accessories, Interviews, Green Fashion

Phat Hemp handmade eco-friendly hemp jewelryThe appeal of hemp jewelry has always been a little lost on us. That is, until we saw some of the work of Phat Hemp jewelry designer Tiffany Garden. Her handmade hemp jewelry pieces for men and women are not exactly the hemp jewelry you grew up wearing in high school. Combining Czech glass and gemstones with this naturally eco-friendly fiber, her pieces have us looking at hemp in a new light.

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Must Have Bling of the Day: Moschino Cheap & Chic's All That Glitters is Not Gold Bracelet

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Moschino Cheap & Chic All That Glitters is Not Gold BraceletIn middle school, Moschino Cheap & Chic seemed to promise an affordable alternative to regular, not-so-cheap Moschino from the pages of its quirky magazine ads. Youth! Oversized heart prints! Miniskirts!

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Nugaard Designs handmade jewelry

Filed under: Accessories, Interviews, Green Fashion

Nugaard Designs handmade jewelry by Brazilian born designersNugaard Designs is the passionate enterprise of Brazilian born friends and business partners Alessandra Feio and Erica Pacey. These ladies combine a talent for creating stunning jewelry with a lifelong passion for fashion and a love of their homeland. In addition to maintaining environmentally conscious practices in the extraction of the many natural materials used in their designs, including leaves and golden grass native to Brazil, Alessandra and Erica are also mindful about going green in their offices and with their business travel as well.

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Smoy Photo Garb

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Smoy Photo CuffYou know that great feeling when you get the most beautiful and perfect photo of someone you love? Or when you perfectly capture a magical sunset? You want to show everyone!

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Talismans for a modern age from Kerin Rose Jewelry

Filed under: Accessories, Interviews, Green Fashion, Must Haves

Sometimes the art of personal adornment is about more than just looking pretty or dressing up a boring outfit. Sometimes the artist behind a piece of jewelry pushes things further and gets you to really think about bigger issues every time you look in the mirror or touch that bracelet on your wrist. That's certainly the intention of the designer behind kerin rose jewelry, who strives to create talismans for a modern age.

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Must have bling of the day: Alex and Ani's thunderbird feather cuff

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We love feathers. They're soft, natural, and add a little hippie eccentricity to accessories. Case in point: this Alex and Ani thunderbird feather cuff.

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Why aren't you wearing this? Double Bar Enamel Bangle Bracelet

Filed under: Accessories, Must Haves

Halloween is right around the corner, and while not everyone can (or wants to) wear a costume to work or school on the big day, that doesn't mean you can't get in the spooky spirit. And no, we're not suggesting bat earrings or a ghost sweater -- colors and textures can convey the right idea with a lot less kitsch, which is what we'll focus on this week.

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Inspirational jewelry from JMH

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Let's face it, in today's world we could all use a little positive inspiration. These bracelets from JMH jewelry are meant to bring just that to the wearer. Each piece has a custom designed medallion engraved with words to help keep you going in the hard times: determination, perseverance, integrity and passion. We checked in with the designer, Joan, to find out more about what inspires her.

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Indie Designer Interviews: Designs by Kim

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We love all of the amazing independent designers out there and we wanted to find out more about what makes these creative types tick. If you do too, check out more of our Indie Designer Interviews.

Today's featured indie business is Designs by Kim. Kim has been creating handmade beaded jewelry and accessories for 18 years now, with designs ranging from classically simple to intricate and elegant.

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SuperJeweler donates 20% of pink topaz and diamond treats to support Breast Cancer Awareness month

Filed under: Accessories

SuperJeweler.com, the mega-big online discount diamond jewelry mart, is joining in to do their part to help raise Breast Cancer Awareness.

For the month of October, they will be donating 20% of your purchase of a selection of pink topaz and diamond jewelry to the the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Foundation.

The pieces include earrings, pendants, bracelets and one very pretty ring. Check out the nine items in the gallery and see if you can find the perfect item to enhance your wardrobe and support the very important work done to eradicate breast cancer.

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    StyleList readers were nearly evenly divided on this, with 52% thinking that they should run in the States, and 48% finding them inappropriate. Get the full story here.

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    Offensive or artistic?
    Just over 50% of StyleList readers said they weren't offended by this shirt, but didn't know if it was totally appropriate to wear in public. Unfortunately, that wasn't the opinion in Dubai. Get the full story here.

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    Strapless dresses on 13-year-olds
    StyleList readers think strapless dresses should be saved for older girls -- 41% of you think the look is too mature. Get the full story here.

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    Is Megan the new Angelina?
    Half of you think Megan needs to get her own identity and quit copying Angie, but more than a quarter said Jolie doesn't stand a chance against this Fox. Get the full story here.

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    Did Calvin Klein respond to public's outcry?
    The controversial "threesome" billboard in Soho has been replaced with this one, but 51% of you believe it was just to keep people talking about the brand, not because CK caved. Get the full story here.

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    Calvin Klein's Racy Ad
    Is it art or practically pornography? About 40% of StyleList readers found this billboard obscene. Get the full story.

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    Palin's Pedi
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    Bright, Light, or Dark as Night?
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