Fashion Friday : Clutch & Run!

So it's still sumer {in case you haven't noticed}.  Sure, all of the "back-to-school" campaigns would like us to believe that summer is over and fall is here, but I'm still sporting my bright summer colors, stripes & sandals.

To continue celebrating summer, I've collected a few of my favorite clutches!  Perfect for day or night, these trendy little, light weight and versatile pouches can add pizzaz to any outfit!

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Ranging from $12.00 - $200.00, surely you can find one to fit any budget.  I just love #1 & #2, they just scream summer - isn't that anchor adorable?  And the woven chevron print, what a great summer touch.  I think #4 would be great for evening.  I actually own #3 and love it.  {I get compliments every time I leave the house with it.}

What's your favorite? 

Hubby & I are off to San Francisco for the weekend to see Les Miserables on broadway - I'm sure I'll have plenty to share via instagram if you'd like to follow along.  Have a wonderful weekend & Happy Friday!! 

xxoo

Fashion Friday : {Summer Trend} Layered Jewelry

Hello,

Jamie from Fashionista Musings again.  Today we're talking layers...

A really fun way to update your jewelry look for Summer without spending any extra dough is the layered look. Using pieces from the collection you already own, you can mix and match depending on the occasion. Mixing different styles and textures creates a new, unique look each time. For example, try mixing brightly colored beads with leather or soft pearls with braided twine. 

A few Ideas to try mixing:

*Gold & Silver

*Metallics & Neons (Pink, Green, Yellow! Have fun with it!)

*Wood Bangles & Chain Link

*Turquoise Stone & Studded Leather 

Another way to layer up is to use pieces which are similar in nature, color or texture. Pairing several different types of pearl necklaces, for example, creates a look that is unique to you! Try on the bangle bracelets that you have. Now take a few off! Play with it and have fun. The key is experimenting with different pieces from your collection to see what you like together. If you are nervous about looking Over-Accessorized, start small with two or three pieces paired together. You can always build on your layers as the creativity strikes you. 

Remember to keep your earrings and make-up simple as you want the jewelry focus to be on your Bracelet or Necklace ensemble. Dress in solids or small prints, for example jeans and a black tank top or a white cotton sundress. Enjoy playing dress up with jewelry that maybe you haven’t worn for awhile! Above all, have fun with it! Isn’t that the pleasure of being a Girl???

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Until next week! 

-Jamie

Giveaway Day!

Today's the big day we reveal our super cute giveaway! My friend Courtney, from Courtney's Makings makes beautiful jewelry and she's giving one of her owl necklaces away to one lucky reader (I'm so sad I can't enter this, it just wouldn't be right for me to win ;).

A little about Courtney.
I met Courtney a few years back in Nashville.  She's a spunky girl, who's love for life and all things creative just bubbles from her heart.  A happy happy newlywed (she's pretty much married to a rock star and for that I'm jealous), owner of precious pup Buddy, Zumba instructor & jewelry maker - this girl does it all!  Her style is earthy meets bohemian and she loves to incorporate vibrant colors into her chunky pendants.  A quote that inspires her is, "God doesn't always call us to great things, but to do small things with great love."  So with a cup of coffee,  a great playlist & a cozy home office, Courtney disappears to make fun jewelry to share with her friends.  Go check out her Etsy and don't forget to come back daily to enter our giveaway.  (Oh and did I mention she has a revolving door in her home??  She truly doesn't get any cooler!)

{Buddy}

{Courtney}

{One of her many pendants}

{Owl Giveaway}

Specs.
This brassy owl necklace hangs from an 18" cherry leather rope - can be shortened if needed.
The pendant measures 2 1/2"long

How to Enter.
There are several ways to enter the giveaway & the best part is you can come back to enter daily for additional entries!

• Check out Courtney's Makings & leave us a comment saying what your favorite piece of hers is and why.
• Follow The Pink Peony by clicking "Join This Site" or  "Follow By Email." Leave us a comment saying you did so.  (If you already follow, just leave us a comment saying you follow.)  ---> 
• "Like" The Pink Peony Facebook Page & leave us a comment saying you did so. 
• Share a link to the giveaway on your blog, facebook or twitter and leave a comment saying you did so.

** Please be sure to leave a comment for EACH entry, this will ensure you have additional chances to win.***

Okay get to it!  Giveaway ends at midnight Thursday, September 15th.  Winner will be selected at random by using an internet selection service and will be announced Friday, September 16th.  Good luck!

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