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Top Ten Cheetah Accessories

Admin — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 02:28:50 +0000

Naomi Campbell looks incredible in this Cheetah number. Is there a way of wearing Cheetah print without it looking like club wear? Here are my top 10 Cheetah accessories that are classy and lady like! Adding a little cheetah print will look wild without being overdone.

Brown Leopard Buckled Thong Sandals CityClassified Letup

Bling Jewelry Pillow-Shaped Topaz Austrian Crystal Cheetah Print Evening Bag

Jeffrey Campbell Foxy WD F

Coach Ocelot Cheetah Animal Print Top Handle Demi Pouch Bag Purse 44195 Brown Multi

bebe One-Shoulder Cape Tank

Bebe One-Shoulder Cape Tank

Cheetah Print Hat

Kangol Animal Print Hat- Perfect for those fall days.

Patterson J. Kincaid Women's Egyptian Long Sleeve Tunic

Gloria Vanderbilt Oval Animal Print Sunglasses GOLD

Paris Hilton Women's Savor Peep Toe Slip-On Flat

Abbi Boa Print Sleeve for MacBook 13-inch

Torrid Plus Size Black and White Cheetah One Shoulder Dress

Tortoise Shell Accessories

Admin — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 00:35:28 +0000

Monogram fabric, tortoise, and snakeskin have remained to be the absolute most beautiful accents in many designer collections. Along side white and black as staple colors, animal prints, monogram fabric and tortoise have become very trendy and designer. While many designers have been using these fabrics for shoes, handbags we are also seeing it being used as trim on clothing.

Gucci Monogram Hand Bags

Pre-Fall 2010 Gucci

Gucci Ad Campaign 2011

Gucci Orchid Tortoise Shell Sandal

Tortoise Shell Jewelry

Admin — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 23:35:30 +0000

There isn't a piece of jewelry that Kenneth Jay Lane has designed that I don't like. He seems to keep up with the trends as the years go on, and his jewelry always remains current. Neiman Marcus carries his jewelry and on occation you will see his products on QVC. He is famous for earrings, necklaces and his oversized cuff bracelets. Check out my top picks for chic tortoise shell jewelry from Kenneth Jay Lane. The stunning picture of the snake bracelet was taken at the Norton Museum of Art where Kenneth Jay Lane was featured.

Kenneth Jay Lane Satin Gold Branch Cuff Bracelets

CZ by Kenneth Jay Lane "Classic CZ" Elongated Pear Cubic
Zirconia Earrings

Kenneth Jay Lane White And Brown Enamel Giraffe Print
Bracelet

Kenneth Jay Lane White And Tan Enamel Giraffe
Bracelet

Kenneth Jay Lane Ergo Ring

Kenneth Jay Lane Women's KJ4376-G Gold-Tone Square Case Bracelet Watch

Kenneth Jay Lane Excursion 21 Toggle Necklace Tortoise From Philadelphia Boutique

CZ by Kenneth Jay Lane ed And Gunmetal Necklace

CZ by Kenneth Jay Lane "Trend CZ" Red And Gunmetal Necklace

Animal Print Tortoise Stilettos

Admin — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 18:10:07 +0000

Animal Prints act like neutrals against patterns and colors. Like the colors black and white, they contrast and complement with patterns and marry together fabrics, patterns and accessories for the perfect balance. Tortoise shell, cheetah, and leopard all have a sexiness factor that will make people take a second glance and wonder about what type of person dares to wear such a diva print. Be a bit adventurous and stand out from the crowd of drab colors and repetitious fashion choices. Be uniquely you with a pair of tortoise stilettos.

Natasha Poly Animal Print Tortoise Shell Dresses

Sergio Zelcer Women's Wordly T-Strap Sandal High Heel

Pour La Victoire Women's Claudette Pump,Tortoise,7.5 M

Meadow Hollywood Heels Tortoise Patent PU with Gold Metallic Size: 10

Tease Hollywood Heels Tortoise Patent PU Size: 9

California Magdesians Women's August Pump

Hollywould Women's Tortoise Pauline Pump

Maryjane Satin Bow Top Round Toe Pump Tortoise Patent

jessica bennett Women's Luca Two Piece Dress Sandal

Madeline Women's Cayli Buckled Flat

VON ZIPPER MANX TORTOISE PLASTIC SUNGLASSES

60'S FLOATING LENSE SUNGLASSES

Adi Designs Sleek Thick Plastic Sunglasses - Tortoise

Womens'Adi Designs Oversized Thick Frame Sunglasses - Tortoise

Adi Designs Thick Plastic Fashion Sunglasses - Tortoise

BANANA REPUBLIC HANNAH/S 0VO8 04 TORTOISE FRAME BROWN LENS PLASTIC OVER SIZED SUNGLASSES.

VON ZIPPER ALOTTA TORTOISE WITH GRADIENT LENS SUNGLASSES SHADES

"Beverly Hills" Glamorous Reading Sunglasses with Swarovski Crystals for Youthful Women who need to read as they Work and Play in the Sun
BOCA fashion designer Bifocal Reading Sunglasses for youthful and active women who need to read cell phones, maps, directions, etc. while they drive, work, travel, play sports, or relax in the Sun.
Electric Hightone, Tortoise Shell/Brown Gradient, One Size
ELECTRIC GAUGE 39-10639 TORTOISE SHELL/ BRONZE PLASTIC SUNGLASSES

Tortoise Shell Sunglasses

Admin — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 18:08:38 +0000

Tortoise shell sunglasses has been a hot accessory since the 60's and they still are going strong today. The beauty of the tortoise shell makes it the perfect choice for glasses because of the intricate detail in the pattern. The natural amber colors of the shell work perfectly with brass and gold colors, so you will often see the designer brands featuring the metal ornaments on their frames. Designers such as Ralph Lauren, Tom Ford, Dolce and Gabbana, Gucci, Prada and many more designers have featured tortoise shell glasses in their collections. Tortoise shell looks particularly striking with blonde and dark hair. Designer glasses can run several hundred dollars, but we have listed some outstanding glasses that are available from the 20 dollar range and up. Check out some of these hot looks.

(Pictures - Thank you to Magnificent Bastard .com ,Designer Sunglasses trend Blog)

Ralph Lauren Tortoiseshell Aviator Sunglasses

Anarchy Men's Altercate Aviator Sunglasses

SEXY LARGE FRAME ITALIAN DESIGNER STYLE SUNGLASSES TORTOISE

Gloria Vanderbilt Brown Tortoise Shell Sunglasses TORT

Electric Women's Mayday Sunglasses,Tortoise Shell Frame/Bronze Lens,one size

Electric Men's Bourbon Sunglasses,Tortoise Shell Frame/Bronze Lens,one size

Electric Women's Vol Sunglasses,Tortoise Shell Frame/Bronze Lens,one size

ELECTRIC Hightone Sunglasses

Electric Men's Bickle Sunglasses,Tortoise Shell Frame/Bronze Lens,one size

Electric Women's Hightone Sunglasses,Harlot Frame/Grey Gradient Lens,one size

Electric Women's Velveteen Sunglasses,Tortoise Shell Frame/Brown Gradient Lens,one size

Round Eyewear AA 116 eyeglasses

MSA Safety 10087051 Icon Tortoise Shell Safety Glasses

Birdz Eyewear Beak Polarized Sunglasses Tortoise Frame (Fits over glasses)

Paris Bi Focal Designer Sun Readers

Roberto Cavalli’s Wild Prints

Admin — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 18:05:21 +0000

If you like the intricate beauty in tortoise shell, you will love Roberto Cavalli's bold fashion collections. Jungle prints, bright floral designs, and animal prints has been his signature style since the early part of his carreer in the 70's. Cavalli's formal eduction started at the Institute of Art of Florence where he first began his facination with painted textiles and vibrant patterns which caught attention of Italian textile companies. It is said that he travels throughout the world with a digital camera ready in hand, ready to capture a picture that he can transform into a new motif. Roberto Cavalli is a dramatic designer who designs pieces that flatter the female form. Roberto Cavalli is one of the most well-regarded fashion artists of his time.

Joan & David Collection Women's Halliwell Round Toe Pump

Casadei Women's 8121 Strappy High Heel Mule Sandal

JLO Women's Fidelia Sandal

ALDO Donlin - Women Platform Pumps

BCBGeneration Women's Wartol2 Peep Toe Bootie

Luichiny Women's Sara Beth Sandal

Cognac Animal Print Studded Open Toe Gladiator Sandal Heel

Roberto Cavalli Animal Print Signature Silk Stole Blue

ULRIKE Oblong Chiffon Silk Scarf - Black zebra stripes on ivory.

Loeffler Randall Mabel Embossed Natural Snakeskin, Strappy Platform Pump

Gucci Printed Silk Scarf

BCBGirls Women's Ariel2 Open Toe Pump

Highest Heel Women's SLICK-11, 4" Metal Heel D-Orsay Pump, Poited Toe, Red High Heel, Gold Silver High Heel, Leopard High Heel, Half Size Available.

Naughty Monkey Women's Dayliner Pump

Animal Print Pashmna Scarves (including Snake, Zebra, Panther and Leopard) with with Tassels / Fringes.

Azuri Wild Thing Shawl

Zebra Animal Print Cashmere Pashmina Scarf / Muffler / Wrap (60"x12")

Hot Leopard Halter Evening Gown Sexy Long Maxi Dress

Sergio Zelcer Women's Covos Peek Toe Pump

Michael Antonio Women's Chopper Dress Sandal

Michael Antonio Women's Shyla Platform

Textured Silk Georgette Scarf Animal Oblong-Tiger

Strappy Laced Back Stud Heel

Roberto Cavalli Floral Printed Silk Square Scarf Yellow

Roberto Cavalli Yellow & Black Animal Print Silk Chiffon Square Scarf

Leopard/Giraffe/Zebra Print - Silk Square Scarf 35"x35"

Animal Skin Scarf -12 Pc Assorted Set

Sam Edelman Women's Ianna Ballet Flat

Satin Leopard Print on Black - Silk Bandana 21"x21"

Satin Black Zebra Print on Brown Silk Bandana 21"x21"

Stylish Italian Designer Leopard Print (Brown/White) Handbag Vecceli Italy, Designed by Ronella Lucci (APB-106)

GREEN PLEATED LIGHTWEIGHT TISSUE COTTON SCARF

PURE FAITH Retro Floral Print Dress

DESIGNER LEOPARD STRAPLESS OCCASION DRESS PARTY NEW MAXI GOWN

FITTED RUCHED SEXY LEOPARD STRAPLESS PARTY MINI DRESS

ArtisanStreet's Klimt Leopard Flower Scarf. Hand Painted Satin Chiffon in Lush Colors. One of a Kind. Signed By Artisan.

Liliana BANDOM Women's Platform Dress Heels

Basile Red & Peach Ornamental Printed Silk Square Scarf

ALDO Packer - Women Clutches

Sam Edelman Women's Oceana Wooden Beaded Sandal

Soft Orbs Silk Scarf

Womens Dress Shawl Silk Pashmina 80" x 36"

Leopard Animal Print Cashmere Pashmina Shawl / Stole / Wrap (78"x28")

XOXO Juniors' Animal Print Trench Coat

D&G Dolce & Gabbana DB1001 E7570 Handbag

ULRIKE Oblong Chiffon Silk Scarf - Markings from bold to fine from the full-length pattern of a fantasy cat.

Ken Scott Animal Printed Silk Square Scarf ocher

Newport News Together Leopard-print chiffon dress

GUESS Lulu Animal Print Top

Hot Leopard Halter Evening Gown Sexy Long Maxi Dress

Roberto Cavalli Leopard Frame Signature Silk Square Scarf Orange

Roberto Cavalli Leopard Printed Doubled Silk Fringed Shawl

Merona® Animal Print Scarf - Brown

Black and silver Giraffe metallic Wrap Scarf

Just Cavalli Cheetah Print Silk Chiffon Dress, 40

Gold and Brown Animal Print Satin Stripe Oblong Scarf/ Sash Belt / Headband

Zebra Empire Waist Animal Print Chiffon Tank with Jeweled Bust in Brown, Teal or Purple

Georgette Zebra/Leopard Print on Soft Teal - Silk Long Scarf 20"x70"

Tortoise Shell Jewelry

Admin — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 18:04:10 +0000

If you like the colors of tortoise shell but just cannot find that perfect piece of jewelry, try making your own. With simple guides that come with instructions for several designs it could be the very thing that could give you the inspiration you need to crafting that perfect necklace for a special occasion or simply for every day use. I found that the necklaces I made myself I wore for many years than the cheap ones I picked up over time. Jewelry crafting allows you to pick a combination of the beads you are attracted to, and combine it into the perfect necklace. Check out some of the tortoise shell jewelry beads that you can craft into a necklace, bracelet or a pair of earrings.

(Tortoise Shell Art Glass Cameo on Black Ground Necklace Seller stardustjewels, TORTOISE Necklace by Ebay Seller Acrazeelady)

Bead Simple: 150 Designs for Earrings, Necklaces, Bracelets, Embellishments, and More

Tortoise Oval Czech Pressed Glass Beads

Tortoise Topaz Transparent Czech Glass Rondelle Wafer Disc Beads 8mm

Tortoise Transparent Czech Glass Round Beads 10mm

Tortoise Oval Twist Czech Pressed Glass Beads

TORTOISE Necklace by Ebay Seller Acrazeelady

Tortoise Nuggets Czech Pressed Glass Beads

Green Tortoise Twist Czech Pressed Glass Beads

Green Tortoise Drop Czech Pressed Glass Beads

Czech Seed Beads Mix 11/0 "Clear Tortoise" Mix Brown Amber (1 Hank/4000 Beads)

Czech Glass Flat Smooth Oval 8mm X 6mm Tortoise Brown (25 Beads)

Czech Glass Druk Round 4mm Tortoise Druks (100 Beads)

Czech Glass 8x6mm Flat Smooth Oval Brown Tortoise Mottled (25 Beads)

Czech Fire Polish Glass Beads 9X5mm Rondelle Brown Tortoise (12)

Czech Fire Polish Glass Beads 4mm Round Tortoise (50)

Czech Glass Druk Round 4mm Tortoise Druks (100 Beads)

Stringing Style: 50+ Fresh Bead Designs for Jewelry

6mm Fire Polish Czech Glass Beads - Amber Tortoise Round

Tortoise Pipe Czech Pressed Glass Beads
6mm Fire Polish Czech Glass Beads - HurriCane Tortoise Round Faceted

Tortoise Dimple Flat Czech Pressed Glass Beads

Citrine Jewelry

Admin — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 17:58:46 +0000

Citrine is quite rare in nature, which makes it appealing as a collectible item. Most citrines on the market have been heat treated which makes the f low grade inexpensive amethyst or quartz to produce the collectible and profitable orange yellow citrine. Artificial citrine often produces a orange or red than the pale yellow that is found in nature. Orange and Yellow topaz is another option to citrine, and often much more expensive. Citrine is the perfect combination with gold, and works well with blonde and brown hair.

Vintage Mantilla Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Admin — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 17:31:52 +0000

Vintage combs are highly valued by collectors as the materials are highly valued and rare such as tortoiseshell, horn and ivory. During the decadent 1850's the styles were often heavy with ornate details which were seen in the clothing attire, the voluminous hairstyles, and extra large hair accessories. Tortoiseshell was the choice material for ladies hair combs. Today with the invention of plastics, we can enjoy the beauty of this material without hurting the tortoises. During the times when they did use actual sea turtles for their shell, it was a cruel process to deprive the turtles of their shells. Many of these vintage combs can be found on ebay at affordable prices. With curles piled high, or french twists, there are endless ways you can wear these exquisite mantilla combs.

Vintage Mantilla Tortoise Shell Hair Combs

Vintage Tortoise Shell Mantilla Hair Combs

The Comb Its History and Development

The Comb: Its History and Development

Kenneth Jay Lane Jewelry

Admin — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 17:27:34 +0000

Kenneth Jay Lane Jewelry has become a Hollywood favorite among celebrities because his jewels compare to high end brands without the price. Lane is known for his pave set styles and his colorful enamel jewlery. Kenneth Jay Lane was first a shoe designer for Delman and Christian Dior while he created flashy jewelry in his free time. His jewels first appreared at Saks Fifth Avenue , and they sold its entire initial inventory in one day. Many of his striking pieces appear in the Dallas Museum of Art, The Smithsonian, The Museum of Natural History, and even the Bush Presidential Library carry his line of jewelry. Many celebrities follow his collections such as Mischa Barton, The Olsen twins, Sarah Jessica Parker, Jessica Simpson, Paris Hilton, and Britney Spears.

Pedre Women's Gold-Tone with Tortoise Patent Leather Strap Watch #7954GX

Pedre Women's Gold-Tone with Tortoise Shell Resin Link Watch #2860GX

Pedre Women's Silver-Tone with Tortoise Resin Bangle Watch #3140SX

Roxy Finnie Watch - Women's Tortoise, One Size

Tortoise Shell Hair Accessories

Admin — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:07:24 +0000

During the 20's and 30's synthetic plastics became available which allowed the modern woman to wear her jewelry without the heavy weight of gold or silver. Jewelry became more affordable with the invention of mass production which allowed women to aquire the look of high end jewelry without the price tag. As plastics evolved, a wider variety of colors and finishes became available to jewelry. Phenolic resin was material that was very tough and it was also used to imitate and take on the properties of natural materials such as tortoise-shell and pearl. Processes were later developed further in the 20's which allowed an expansion of options which made way for purses, handbags, toys and many other products. Check out some of the tortoise shell hair accessories you can use to dress up your hair with.

France Luxe Ultra Comfort Headband

L. Erickson Small Link Headband

France Luxe Single Row Studded Headband - Classic

France Luxe Elysee Barrette on Tige Boule - Classic

France Luxe Interlocking Comb Pairs - Classic
France Luxe Elysee Barrette - Classic

L. Erickson Cutout Ovals Comfort Headwrap

France Luxe Wide Double Headband - Classic

France Luxe Netting Rectangle Ponytail Holder - Classic

France Luxe Swirl Side Comb - Classic

France Luxe Mini Scotty Dog on Tige Boule - Classic

France Luxe Ultra Comfort Jessica Headband - Classic

France Luxe Ginger Pony - Classic

France Luxe Curved S Ponytail Holder - Classic

France Luxe 2cm Headband with Teeth

France Luxe Rectangle Buckle Barrette - Classic

France Luxe 2cm Headband with Teeth