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Showing posts with label bangles. Show all posts
Showing posts with label bangles. Show all posts

Pearls That Purr: Mikimoto X Hello Kitty Collection




Mikimoto is known to have the finest pearls in the world. What is known as a "Mikimoto Pearl" has been selected from only Akoya pearls of the finest quality, determined by the beauty of the pearl's luster, form, size and color.

The Japanese company has teamed up with Sanrio to bring us a small collection of Hello Kitty inspired pearl pieces. A multi-strand necklace, a pair of earrings, a bangle bracelet and a a single strand of pearls with diamond bow, available in various lengths.

The collection launched first in Paris in January 2014, then in Japan.

Necklace & Earrings set are sold together for a base price of ¥ 27,700,000 ($264,618.37 USD) and the cost with tax ¥ 29,085,000 (or $277,840.10 USD)

The necklace is made of multiple strands of luxurious Akoya pearls accented with diamonds, Hello Kitty's trademark bow made of deep red rubies, pave diamond encrusted yellow gold nose and onyx eyes.





The Earrings with french backs are made of luxurious Akoya pearls accented with diamonds, Hello Kitty's trademark bow made of deep red rubies, pave diamond encrusted yellow gold nose and onyx eyes.


The Bangle with pearl bow sells for a base price of  ¥ 55,000 (or $525 USD), with tax Tax ¥ 57,750 (or $552 USD)


Lastly, the single strand of pearls with diamond bow is available in choker length (40cm), Matinee length (60cm), Opera length (80cm) and Rope length (120 cm). Prices upon request.



Information and images courtesy of Mikimoto.
dedicated website http://hellokitty.mikimoto.com

Bracelets That Blab. Words Worn On Your Wrist.


Bangle Bracelets that have something to say, literally and figuratively - seem to be all the rage this spring.

Selling out at lightning speed ever since a mention in the New York Times, are Jessica Kagan Cushman's carved resin bracelets, a more affordable (and more politically correct) version of her Ice Age Mammoth Ivory Tusk Carved Bracelets. See below:


Above: Jessica Kagan Cushman's Bangles for $125 each. Available from Ravinstyle




Above: Not to be outdone, is designer powerhouse Chanel with their resin carved bangles spouting phrases and words about design, style and luxury.




Another, less pricey option at 39$ are Janna Conner's decoupage bangles, also available at Ravinstyle

Always witty and graphic, is the fabulousSonia Rykiel and her ivory and black resin bangels. $150.00 a piece. Available at Sonia Rykiel, NYC and Boston.



So, arm yourself this spring with the fashion accessory that does the talking for you.

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