Archive for the ‘Grand Appearence’ Category

Natalie Portman at the 2009 Oscars

Remember the big question–subtle outfits and jewelry because of the economy, or not? Well, glamour has it, folks. Hopefully that is a precursor of good things to come for the country.

I tuned in just as Natalie Portman was shown on the Red Carpet, in Passionate Collector pinky lavender–how cool is that! Just stunning in a magnificent color and very comfortable with what she was wearing.

Amy Adams’ necklace–wow! Penelope’s cocktail ring!

Diamond studs, long dangling earrings and art deco-inspired ones; lots of bracelets. Lot of diamonds.

Vintage dresses! Classic looks. Notice the stunning clutches that everyone is carrying–a must have!

Onyx and Gold Dangle Earrings $135

Last night, I saw the movie “Bride Wars.” In the first few minutes, there’s Anne Hathaway, looking as gorgeous as ever, wearing the chandelier earrings we sell! I was so excited.

And, as I sit here writing, our first-ever YouTube video is now live. Check it out and enjoy!

Golden Fortune Life is a Circle Bag $58

The Life is a Circle Bag was selected as New Age Retailer’s “Best in Show” at the NY International Gift Fair.

Multi Tie Tote $85

In the news are the recycled bags we carry. Congrats to Rebagz for having its Multi Tie Tote named InStyle magazine’s “#1 Eco-bag”.

Sun Rice Cinchy Tote $90

And congrats to the Cinchy Tote being Spa Life magazine’s one of the “9 Must-Haves of 2009.”

Definitely an exciting week for the Passionate Collector team!

Ok actually I don’t have a countdown. That would be kind of excessive and creepy. 17 days folks until Valentines day, not a lot of time. Heres the breakdown for a great Valentines day experience:

• Finding the perfect Valentines Day gift: 5 days of non-stop shopping on Guys Guide and Passionate Collector.
• Wrapping the gift: 2 days (it has to be good!).
• Finding a good hiding place for the Valentines Day gift: 1 day.
• Creating the best Valentines Dinner possible: 9 days minimum.

Having the best 2009 Valentines Day ever: Priceless.

A Red Heart Encrusted in Swarovski Crystals $120.00

Time is a precious thing. To all my fellow guys out there trying to make their girl happy this year for Valentines Day; lets not mess this one up boys.

We flew to NYC on Sunday.

A great place to go, only we were supposed to go to Miami for an Internet Retailers’ Conference. My husband said he would go to NY to take care of the flood assessment and I should continue to the conference, but, you know how it is, I needed to see for myself what damage there was. I knew I wouldn’t be able to concentrate until I had done that.

Oh well.

So my suitcase is packed with some cold-weather, mop-up gear and some Miami conference gear, and my workout clothes for good measure.

After we got the news of the flood, I repacked the suitcase, took off my good JennaViv ring (seriously, those 29 carats of caramel tourmaline should probably stay safe at home rather than on some clean-up member’s finger—see pix in previous post) and put the heels back in my closet. I figured if I ever got down to Miami in time, I’d probably 86 the heels anyway.

I travel a lot and I always find it difficult to pack a suitcase, never knowing exactly what to bring. It’s not as easy as people think.

As the owner of a jewelry business, is it incumbent upon me to be wearing my pieces all the time? I used to bring more jewelry with me but I’ve cut down after my carry-on was stolen last year (that’s another story).

What do you think? Got any packing tips on clothing and jewelry? Do you have pieces that you must always travel with? And how do you cut down the number of shoes so your feet survive and you look chic enough?

Art Deco Ring in 18K White Gold - $6,165.00 Would you buy this online?

Btw, while chatting with the guy next to me (a gizmo manufacturer), I told him I sold jewelry on the Internet. He asked me if it was low-end or high-end jewelry and when I explained that we carry a very broad array of jewelry at great prices, he said that (in general) his concern would be that if he spent a few grand for jewelry on the internet, is he getting the real thing? Are the diamonds really real?

Is that your concern, too? How can we best assuage your fears about that? Talk to me. We really want to know.

Oh man, I wish I could have been there!

I felt fortunate to watch the inauguration yesterday with 15 other co-workers. I watched from the middle of the quartet to the swearing in. Barack Obama is a great speaker. Let me just throw that out there right now. I felt like his speech really wrapped everything up when he was talking about where this country started and where we are now.

As is in our own lives (uh oh this is getting serious). But really its cool to be part of a country that has come so far and sacrificed a lot, makes me think what can I do and what am I doing to help the greater good.

Michelle Obama would look great in these! Has that 'Patriotic' feel to 'em

I’ve been blogging for the passionate collector now for a couple months and from my experience of diving into the jewelry world I have to say its a fun thing to be part of. My theory on fashion has altered a little bit on what it is. It’s a statement. An expression. A style. A personality portrayal.

I use to think it was just a bunch of People magazine wannabe glob. I look at things a big different now though which I think helps the greater good. Understand people. Helping others. Nuff’ said.