Spring's Tribal Chic Trend found in Stella & Dot's Savanna Collection

Savanna Collection: 3 Ways to Wear
January 27th, 2012 by Stella & Dot (originally featured on www.stelladot.com/katybarnes)

This season’s Savanna Collection was a huge hit with fashion editors and bloggers who love the tribal silhouettes and sculptural elements of our pieces. The Savanna spread ranges from delicate to bold, with some of our favorite statement necklaces being at the forefront of the collection.

Incorporating pieces from the Savanna Collection is an easy way to update your wardrobe for spring, while playing up this spring’s tribal-chic trend. We put together three fun and easy ways to wear the Savanna Collection that will be sure to turn heads!



Brunch: Statement earrings are everywhere at the moment and our Tigris earrings are a great standout piece in any outfit. For a casual vibe, wear these with a bold printed top, skip the necklace (to really let them shine!) and finish out your look with our Stackable Gem ring.

Cocktail Hour: Our Campari necklace is an absolute head-turner and a flirty, fun way to stand out with an evening look. Bring in a subtle hint of red (as shown with a printed skirt) to help the Campari really pop. Also incorporate a few pieces from the Renegade Collection like our Renegade Mini Drop earrings & Renegade Cluster bracelet for a totally fierce getup!




Office Attire: Nude hues were a major runway trend for spring and we think our bold, blue statement necklaces like the Bahari necklace are the perfect pairing! Keep this look sultry, yet office-friendly with feminine heels, our Essential Ball studs (gold) and the Bardot bangle (gold).

Three New Looks for Early Spring

Amalfi Collection: 3 Ways to Wear
January 21st, 2012 by Stella & Dot (originally featured here: http://www.stelladot.com.katybarnes/)

One of the most talked about collections in our new spring line is the Amalfi Collection. Inspired by the sun-drenched colors and sophisticated classic-chic style of the Mediterranean, the Amalfi Collection is a nod to style icon, Jackie O. Our design team gathered inspiration from the vision of her walking down the streets of Capri wearing classic, tailored clothing and wanted to created fun, bold accessories to match her style!

Fast forward to today, and we’re offering a few fun ways to wear the collection, pairing up with some of spring’s hottest runway trends and of course Jackie O’s tailored, classic style.

Casual Friday: White was a major theme on the runway for spring and our Serenity necklace is the perfect piece to wear with this trend. Sport the necklace with a bright blue or green top and finish the look with our Bardot bangle (gold) for the perfect, casual spring ensemble.

Weekender: Our Bianca Tassel necklace is a bold, playful piece that really shines when when worn with a basic dress and strappy wedges. Keep it simple up top with our Essential Ball studs (gold) and then round out this flirty look with the Renegade Cluster ring & La Coco clutch (black).

Date Night: As our Chief Creative Officer, Blythe Harris recently said, one of spring's “it colors” is tangerine, and we’re loving the way this color pops when paired with our true-blue jewels. Try this trend in an evening look by layering the Millie necklace & Libby layering necklace (gold) over a bright shift dress & pairing with the Serenity small stone drops (lapis) for the ultimate statement.

Serenity Now

Serenity now...... a pharse I say to myself when life gets crazy!! I love the pieces from our new Serenity Collection. They are vibrant, easy to wear and add a little cheer to the day. They brighten up any face and work with all skin tones. Add a little serenity to your day!!

serenity stone drops: hand cut, polished jade drops are hand set in a shiny gold plated hammered bezel. STUNNING and only $49. Purchase online at www.stelladot.com/katybarnes

Serenity Necklace: Dyed jade with smooth glass and faceted stones set in hand hammered bezels hang from oval link chain. (As Seen In People Style Watch Magazine)


Serenity Small Stone Drops, Lapis or Aqua
$34

Spring into Style: 2012 Collection Debut
January 10th, 2012 by Stella & Dot

Spring–it's all about the perfect transition from deep fall shades to bold hues that reappear each summer. This season, we went big and we're thrilled to share our most vibrant collection yet! Introducing the Stella & Dot 2012 Spring Line, comprised of destination-inspired collections.

S&D hosted a fashion show at our annual Director's Conferece last night in Dallas to launch this season's irresisitible styles. To see the line, go to www.stelladot.com/katybarnes

Catch a few of our favorite looks from last night's show and tell us, what are your must-have pieces from the Spring lineup?

Our Serenity Necklace is the perfect pop of color!

Statement earrings should be in every woman's wardrobe this season, like the Serenity Stone earrings shown here.

Metal collars like the Sierra, are stellar statement makers that work well with solids as well as prints.

What to wear?

We love Thanksgiving. Family Time + Turkey & Fixings = Bliss
Need some help planning your look for the big day? Just follow these 3 easy steps!

Trend Report: Discovering Textures

November 6th, 2011 by Stella & Dot

Combining textures is all over the runway this season, and a hot topic for every editorial feature. And while textural blending is most commonly seen in apparel with combos like leather and lace or tweed and satin, we’re loving the idea of blending textures by way of accessory! Accessorizing with interesting textures, like a silky top paired with a texture-heavy statement piece, is a fun and easy way to embrace the trend, and we’re all about making trends accessible. See our favorite combinations and style tips!

SPECIAL OCCASION

Lace is by far one of the most popular textures of the season. Our Chantilly Lace Cuff and Chandelier Earrings have all the intricate details of lace, and give every outfit the ultimate touch of glamour. We love starting with an elegant LBD little black dress, adding in the chandelier statement earrings, then finishing with a soft, feminine updo, simple eyes, and a bold lip. Step up the look even more with the matching cuff, or even the Metallic La Coco Clutch for an unforgettable night out on the town.

OFFICE CHIC
We love the versatility of the Plume Brooch for the office. The duo toned feathers and sparkly stones, add a subtle touch of glamour that’s appropriate for day or night. Pin the brooch to accent a sweater or blazer, or for our favorite look, pin it onto our Astor Five Strand Necklace, and finish the look with Tudor Studs. The array of textures worn in jewels will make the rest of your outfit effortless. Just slip on a fitted dress and classic pumps to support the look!


WEEKEND CASUAL
Statement necklaces aren’t just for special occasions anymore, they are the perfect piece to easily dress up a casual outfit and bring in the “wow” factor. We love the feathering texture of the Pegasus Necklace; it is visually interesting, yet surprisingly easy to wear. Wear this over an open neckline (think silk or velvet for a festive feel), or over a pop of color (Did we mention that mixing bold colors with different textures is hot right now, too?). Finish the look simply with our Essential Ball Studs, and you will be turning heads

‎1 more day to take advantage of our October sign-up special and receive $450 in free jewelry to start your business (that's an extra $100!). What are you waiting for? For $199, you receive $450 FREE in jewels and a business. What do you have to loose? Sign up online at www.stelladot.com/katybarnes - You will be so happy you did!!!!