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Fashionable Mixed Metal Accessories

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A very stylish genre this 2014 fall season is to mix metals! Go ahead and break all the traditional rules – unite both gold, rose gold and silver tones together to maximize the season’s top trends as well as your personal style!

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Spice up your fashions with layers of bangles or chunky necklaces of mixed metal tones, textures and finishes for a versatile style that expresses a sophisticated and fashionably edgy look.

Mixed metal jewelry trend

This gorgeous and complex necklace design is using Swarovski Xilion Bicone Beads in Crystal and Crystal Silver Shade mixed with Swarovski Pearls in Light Grey and Copper with the stunning 6680 Cosmic Pendant accentuated with a 3700 Marguerite Beads in Crystal AB.

This fashionable necklace features a combination of metals, Swarovski crystals and pearls for a complex design that is uniquely stylish and on-point with the mixed metal theme.

Mixed metal Swarovski earrings

These Swarovski crystal earrings shine with a glamorously chic style, uniting the darker tones of gun metal and the brighter quality of gold accents and tassels.

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Have fun designing and expressing your unique style with eye-catching jewelry that plays with mixed plating’s!

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Chic Fall and Winter 2014-2015 Fashion Accessory Trends!

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 There is an extensive diversity of accessory styles and trends this upcoming fall and winter, which is wonderful news for both designers and admirers alike. The general theme is heavily influenced by creativity and resourcefulness. This is fabulous because it gives us the freedom and flexibility to create and/or wear the styles that we are most drawn to and they will be compatible with many different looks.

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The number one overall predominant accessory style trend this fall and winter is massive, over-sized jewelry. Embrace this opportunity because it’s a perfect time to let your imagination run wild and to dream big!

Swarovski Statement Necklace Accessory Trends Fall Winter 2014-2015

Swarovski Statement Necklaces Featuring 6670 De-Art Pendants and Crystalactite Pendants

This season the saying “the bigger the better” will ring especially true. No piece of jewelry will be too big or outlandish this season, so go on and adorn yourself with sizable sparkling accents from statement necklaces to bracelets and earrings.

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Chic Floral necklaces trend

Creative interpretations of necklace designs include the extra large and fantastically chic floral neckline. Imaginative and innovative floral designs can be combined with unique shapes for an impressive look.

Embellished Gloves Fall and Winter Trend

For an ultra posh look, lavishly ornamented gloves and purses will be in vogue this upcoming season.

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Embellish your own handbag or purse using Swarovski Sew-On Stones

The creative options are endless and this season allows you to think outside of the box and put your ingenuity to work.

Swarovski embellished Pashmina scarf

Beautifully embellished scarf using 2078 and 2088 Swarovski Flatbacks

I already envision myself embellishing scarves and Pashminas for an extra touch of glam. Wait a minute… I may be on to something… these would make perfect holiday gifts for my lovely friends and family! Everyone I know loves receiving something specially made just for them and this would be an easy, stylish accent I know they would wear and appreciate. I’ll have to get creative and think about the designs more. Once I make them I will post them for you to see!

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I hope these stylish trends spark your creative juices and stayed tuned for more fashionable Fall/Winter trends to come!

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2014 Fall and Winter Color Trends ~ Focusing on 5 Fashionable Hues

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This upcoming fall and winter color trends awaken an assortment of vintage influences from the past and infuses them into the present. Designers are fascinated with the exquisite beauty of the past and the spirit of the present.

Pantone Autumn 2014 Colors

A ultramodern color featured this fall and winter season is Aluminum, which is described as a futuristic stainless steel shade that functions as a comprehensive neutral tone. This light grey, almost platinum shade pairs very well with virtually all of the top fashionable colors this upcoming season.

The excellent Aluminum color is expressed in the following SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS: Crystal Silver Shade, Crystal CAL, and Crystal CAL 2X, which blend well with Crystal Satin, Black Diamond, and Light Grey Opal and Crystal Silver Night. The Swarovski Pearls include Light Grey, Grey, and Platinum.

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The brown and green hues that we are used to seeing during the fall and winter months are expressed this year in the brown Pantone color called Cognac and the green color called Cypress.

The Cognac is a chic and sophisticated brown with a lavish quality.  This plush brown tone is expressed in the following SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS: Crystal Bronze Shade, Smoked Topaz, Smoked Topaz SatinColorado Topaz, Light Colorado Topaz Satin,and  Light Smoked Topaz Satin that blend harmoniously with the Crystal Golden Shadow, Light Colorado Topaz and Light Smoked Topaz Champagne. The Swarovski Pearls include Brown, Deep Brown, Bronze and a lighter version with Powdered Almond.

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The Cypress green tone is stately and robust. There are many gorgeous green shades expressed in the following SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS: Olivine, Olivine Satin, Emerald, Emerald Satin, Dark Moss Green, Green Turmaline AB and Turmaline AB. Comparable Swarovski Pearls include Light GreenDark Green, and Iridescent Green.

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The top red tones expressed this fall and winter season are Sangria and Aurora Red.

Sangria is lively almost fuchsia red that evokes a stylish adventurous quality, full of charisma. This magnetic color is expressed in the following SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS: Fuchsia, Fuchsia Satin, Ruby and Ruby Satin.

The Aurora Red is a dynamic and sophisticated red that is expressed the following SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS: Light SiamLight Siam Satin, Dark Red Coral and the Red Coral Pearl.

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Enjoy designing new and exciting fall fashions!

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Forecasting Fall Color Trends 2014 ~ Highlighting 5 Top Shades

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Recently I have noticed an uptick in designers preparing for the busy fall season.

I am especially excited about this fall/winter season because we will be free to infuse much more color in our fashion & accessories than the typical darker hues we  normally wear during the colder months.

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We are free! Free to indulge in colorful hues this fall/winter!

This season embraces creativity with an artistic freedom to express your individual style and color preferences. Don’t feel bound to a traditional color palette, allow your ingenuity and individuality to shine!

Radiant Orchid color trend

The lovely Radiant Orchid has been so popular this year already, it continues to be a major trend moving forward into the cooler months. We also see the lighter version of this in the Mauve Mist, which is a soft, feminine and romantic hue.

These enchanting purple hues are expressed in the following SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS; Crystal Lilac ShadowCrystal Antique Pink, Light Amethyst, Light Amethyst ABLight Amethyst Satin, and Violet SatinViolet, Violet ABLilac, Lilac ABAmethyst, Amethyst ABCrystal Vitrail Light. Swarovski Pearls include; Blackberry, Mauve and Lavendar.

Bright Cobalt and Royal Blue Color Trends 2014 Fall Winter

Bright Cobalt and Royal Blue are two gorgeous blue tones that will be particularly  popular this season. They both add a complex excitement to designs compared to the traditional navy blues.

These electric blue tones are expressed in the following SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS; Cobalt, Capri Blue, Sapphire, Crystal Bermuda Blue, and Crystal Metallic Blue 2X. Swarovski Pearls include; Dark Lapis, Lapis and Petrol.

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Similar to a ray of sunshine, Misted Yellow is a soft yet medium toned yellow that adds a sparkle of cheerful optimism!

This light yellow hue is expressed in the following SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS; Jonquil, Sunflower, Crystal Champange and Light Topaz. Swarovski Pearls include; Light Gold and Gold.

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Enjoy being creative and thinking outside of the box this season!!

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Featured Designer ~ Constance from Hot Girls Pearls

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Hot Girls Pearls ~ Hot Flash Relief in an Instant!

Let’s face it. There are times when we all get overheated, and we would do anything to cool off. Well, guess what? There’s an accessory for that. Hot Girls Pearls are the first and only fashion accessory that provide natural relief for hot flashes caused by menopause, anxiety, heat waves, and anything that has you hot and bothered. Who knew hot flash relief could look so good!

Hot Girls Pearls Swarovski Pearl Necklace

“SPARKLING Midnight” 18 inch Swarovski Pearl Necklace with Crystal Embedded Magnet Clasp and Rhinestone Rondelles including an Insulated Travel Purse with Ice Pack Included. Freeze and ware to cool down.

If you’re hot flashing, flushed, flustered, feverish, fuming, flaming, fried, or flabbergasted, Hot Girls Pearls is your fabulous, freezable, fashion‑forward, frosty fix.

Peach Pearl Beacelet from Hot Girls Pearls

“SPARKLING Sunset” Pearl Bracelet 8.25 inches with Crystal Embedded Magnet Clasp and Swarovski Crystal Rhinestone Rondelles including an Insulated Travel Purse with Ice Pack Included.

Disguised as a lovely strand of trendy, yet classic pearls, this natural cure for hot flashes instantly and effectively reduces body temperature, and makes you feel cool, calm and collected. It also keeps you looking fabulous! With over-sized pearls filled with nontoxic cooling gel, these elegant necklaces get arctic cold in the freezer. Then, they stay nice and icy cool on you! 

 White Swarovski Pearl Necklace from Hot Girls Pearls

SPARKLING Moonlight” Evening Collection 16 inch Necklace with Crystal Embedded Magnet Clasp and Swarovski Crystal Rhinestone Rondelles including an Insulated Travel Purse with Ice Pack Included. Freeze and ware to cool down.

Hot Girls Pearls Travel Cool Pack

An excellent companion to the necklace is the Insulated Travel Purse with Ice Pack (Included). For maximum cooling time HOT GIRLS PEARLS are stored inside Travel Purse in your freezer and carried in purse between wears. They aren’t designed to stay cold all day, but to deliver a lasting icy blast, capable of extinguishing even the hottest of flashes.

Pearl Earrings from Hot Girls Pearls

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How long will my Hot Girls Pearls stay cool? From the moment you snap your pearls around your neck or wrist and gasp as you feel that heavenly relief, you can expect the chill to last up to an hour depending on the environment. Using the insulated travel purse will keep your pearls cool for up to 5 hours!

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Founder and President of HOT GIRLS PEARLS Constance Sherman along with Pogo, her Mascot, mentor, and all-around good friend.

Having worked as an art director for fashion magazines and department stores, Constance Sherman knows a thing or two about style. And she wasn’t about to let a little thing like hot flashes cramp hers. She came up with the brilliant idea of combining a cooling agent with a fashion-forward look through jewelry!

Just like a pearl in an oyster shell, HOT GIRLS PEARLS was one of those hidden gems waiting to be discovered.

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