Haute Holidays - Fashionable Holiday Gift Idea{s} # 13 ● The Frugalistas Delightful Finds

Cheers to all my fellow frugalistas . . .

Are you looking for a holiday gift under $50? Well here are four of our favorite!  As you know, many believe that only expensive gifts are memorable and that’s far from the truth.  Remember, with a pinch of patience, an ounce of style and 3 cups of originality, that's the perfect recipe to ensure that you do not exhaust your coin purse this holiday season.

Want more frugual holiday suggestions?  Feel free to e-mail us and we'll be happy to assist you further!

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Want to carry your Signature Scent daily? - Sleek + Chic Perfume Roller

Haute Nail Varnish? -  Deborah Lippmann "Layer Cake" Nail Color Trio

Traveling with Bling? - Vintage Mesh Jewelry Pouch by Annabel Trends

Computing In Style? - Chic Laptop Tote

Haute Holidays - Fashionable Gift Idea #2 ● Promoting Creative Expression

Dress Forms {whether fabric or metal} are the perfect holiday gift for fashion conscious teens or sewing enthusiasts {or both}.  Adorn your dress form with earrings, scarves, necklaces, concert stubs, family photos, buttons, vintage memorabilia and stunning brooches.  This timeless gift serves not only as a perfect sewing accessory piece in your home or office, but a functional accessory holder.

 Fashion Challenge:  Continue to spark your fashion creativity monthly by displaying how versatile your clothing/accessories can be by including layered colors, unique baubles and vintage fabrics.  For the budding designer teen, encourage them to take photos to showcase their creative designs and assist them with creating an online portfolio to share with friends and family.  It is all about promoting creative expression this holiday season!

 The possibilities are endless and have fun styling/accessorizing your dress form.  

{photos compliments of Flickr + Such Pretty Things}

If I Was A Rich Girl ● My Favorite Vintage Statement Pieces

As I was driving into the office this morning, one of my favorite songs played "Rich Girl" by Gwen Stefani and that song inspired me to visit my favorite haute couture marketplace, 1stdibs and dream about various vintage baubles that I would love to have in my jewelry box, if I was a rich girl.  So in my quest to play virtual "dress up," on this gloomy Wednesday - here are a few of my eccentric favorites.

1stdibs has amazing vintage finds from various eras and I've acquired a few for past clients when styling them for their special day.  From fine art to mid-century modern furniture, I love visiting this site monthly to see what new additions are added.  Let us know what caught your eye as you peruse one of our favorite websites.

Singing to myself . . "Cause I'd have all the money in the world, if I was a wealthy girl..."


 SEAMAN SCHEPPS
18k Sapphire Ear Clips
USA
1960
A chic pair of sapphire earrings by Seaman Schepps. The 1 1/2" 18k yellow gold multi-stone cluster ear clips set with natural -color cabachon sapphires.  Flattering, elegant and classic.

  


Rose-Cut Diamond Ball Drop Earrings
Contemporary
10 1/2 cts. pave rose-cut diamond ball earrings set in silver with 18K wire.

 

Lapis Cufflinks
USA
1980s
14K yellow gold and Blue Lapis Cufflinks in a schlumberger style.

  
 

DAVID WEBB KUNZITE
 Diamond Brooch
USA
1950's
The elegant, geometric brooch centering a faceted oval-cut Kunzite (25x20mm) colored a candy pink within a domed frame of polished yellow gold arcs, twisted gold rope work, and platinum segments set with diamonds. The brooch can also be worn as a pendant worn close to the neck.



TONY DUQUETTE
Tony Duquette Tourmaline Briolette Beads Necklace
USA
21st Century
 Offered is an extraordinary torsade of faceted deep rose Tourmaline briollettes attached to a large cushion Tourmaline cabochon gold mounted clasp.



YVES SAINT LAURENT
France
1980's
Unique, sculptural brass and gilt metal pieces make up this dramatic collar from Yves Saint Laurent -strung on cord with beads at ends.

 

FOURTANE
1960'S
18K Yellow Gold, White Gold & Diamond Bracelet
Over 22.00 carats of Diamonds!

 

TIFFANY & CO
Unique Retro Platinum, Ruby and Diamond Ring
1940
A Retro platinum ring featuring invisibly set rubies and diamonds by Tiffany & Co.

 

CARTIER
Ruby and Diamond Buckle Ring
1940's
Fabulous, functional and flexible buckle ring by Cartier in 14k yellow gold with rubies and diamonds.

*Savvy Approved Indeed*

Cultivated Class ● The Queen of Gems and The Gem of Queens

Pearls are the only gemstones created by a living organism and considered unique as no two are exactly alike.  Delicate, highly prized, feminine and rich are the words in which we will use to describe our favorite gem.

Fresh water pearls are a popular choice and an amazing addition to any fashionistas'  jewelry collection. 

Effortless Style:
Diamonds compliment pearls nicely and when styling clients for their special day, we are always reminded of how we thought of both gems when conceptualizing Savvy Soirées personal reflection statement which is “sophisticated, classic, tasteful, elegant, timeless." 

Celebrating Vintage Couture ● Mad Fashion High Tea

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Nostalgic Nuptials •Fashion Flashback

What an amazing vintage inspired Vogue photo shoot.  The Bride and her girls are Haute!