Boston: David Yurman at Lux Bond & Green + GIVEAWAY!

Last week, my sister, niece and I were excited to check out the unveiling of David Yurman's Fall 2012 Collection at Lux Bond & Green. The line will only be available for purchase in September, so it was nice to get a sneak peek. Thank you to Shauna, Sheryl, Trevor, Judy and Denise and everyone at Lux Bond & Green for the invitation and for graciously assisting us in trying out all the beautiful David Yurman jewellery!

It was lovely to see some of my favourite Boston Bloggers: Julie, Khatu, Lani and Hannah and I got to meet Amanda, Chelsea and Shauna's sister Kasey, for the first time, while we "tweeted" it up amongst champagne and cupcakes. Tweeting pays off people, look what Amanda and I won!

Thank you to my sis who took all the photos of me (in my favourite cobalt dress)!

I'm happy to announce that Lux Bond & Green would like to give one lucky reader of Hogger & Co. a $75 gift card for Lux Bond & Green!

To enter, simply follow the instructions below!

Contest ends at 12:01am EST Monday June 25, 2012 

A winner will be picked at random! Good luck!

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Lia Sophia Jewellery Party

Yes, I still spell jewellery that way. 

My sister hosted a Lia Sophia party last month, in perfect time for the holiday season and it was so much fun, that I decided to host my own. I ended up buying so many beautiful items that I can't wait to wear!

I thought hosting a party would be a good way to make some new friends and have a fun girls night in, not to mention some of the added benefits of hosting.  

If you didn't already get your invitation, let me know, I would love to have you there!

Breakfast At Tiffany's

Everyone knows that Tiffany & Co. is synonymous with luxury.  Opulent yellow diamonds, shiny sterling silver and that iconic (and trademarked) shade of blue.  

So when I was invited for "Breakfast at Tiffany's" to celebrate the opening of the new Tiffany & Co. location at Chestnut Hill Mall, two things immediately happened, a) Holly Golightly came to mind and b) I said YES.

The jewellery sparkled on our clavicles, fingers, wrists and ears, the mimosas overflowed, and the quiches were just perfect.

It was a lovely way to have breakfast and now that the bar has been set so high, my coffee will never be the same.

Thanks to Patrick McGuinness, the director of this Tiffany & Co., Stephanie, Sheryl and the other lovely associates who assisted us in trying on all sorts of spectacular jewellery and to the lovely ladies at PANcomm, Taylor and Kerri for the invitation.  Also, thank you for the gorgeous coffee table book.

Some other dolled up Boston Bloggers were in attendance (a few of whom I met for the first time!), including Marissa of The Well Appointed Catwalk, Julie of JQ Lounge, Martini of Beyond Boston Chic, Naina of Style 'N, Lani of Mon Petit Chou Chou, and Annalise of Quarterlife Lifestyle. 

ETSY designer: MISHA GIRL

Hogger & Co. is happy to be featuring Misha Girl and her leather accessories this month and into Christmas, so if you're looking for a special, hand-crafted Christmas present this year, you need not look any further than Misha Girl's gorgeous hand-made leather jewellery.

Etsy Jewellery designer Michelle de Farra, Misha Girl started working with leather 15 years ago by creating picture frames, coasters and other small home accessories out of leather, and giving them away as gifts.  

In 2008 Misha Girl was launched, when Michelle began making leather jewelelry, showcasing her designs at craft fairs and local fashion shows.

As a lover of the versatility of leather and the variety of ways it can be used, Michelle works with a huge range of leather, including rawhide, calfskin, patent leather and exotic skins.

Here's Michelle in her own words:

"I also incorporate the use of beads in my work, which makes them unique and very feminine. When designing a new piece, my ultimate goal is to combine edginess with an element of polish and sophistication. I never get tired of exploring new ways of expressing that idea through leather."

Here's more info on the particular piece that Misha Girl has generously gifted me with, which I absolutely love.  Note the gorgeous packaging details in which Michelle delivers her items.  Lovely!

In a rich, dark brown patent leather, the bracelet is adorned with a mix of metal beads with a single cream wooden bead situated in the centre.  The beads are sewn around the band with a natural coloured leather material.  The inside of the bracelet is lined with soft, caramel colored leather. A single black metal snap closure makes it easy to fasten.

All of Misha Girl's leather is hand cut, hand sewn and hand assembled which may account for slight imperfections which gives each piece a unique touch, letting you know the item was crafted by hand.  

MISHA GIRL is offering Hogger & Co. readers a 10% discount when they visit her Etsy shop, simply use the code: HOGGER10 

ESMA STUDIOS Jewellery Giveaway! - NOW CLOSED

Today’s giveaway is from Esma Studios, a metalwork jewellery studio in Chambersburg, PA.

Designer Amy Martin creates everything in her home studio out of organic materials such as copper, leather and sterling silver.  Her designs are modern yet timeless and can be worn everyday and paired with anything.

Today Amy is offering you a chance to win this stunning copper Starr Cuff, a value of $40!

To enter to win, simply subscribe to Fashionhogger and follow me on Twitter.  Then leave a comment below with your Twitter handle (or if you don't have a Twitter account/handle) simply tell us how you'd wear the cuff.

Amy is also offering a 15% discount at her Etsy shop as well as on her website.  To score the discount use the code "fashionhogger".

The winner of the gorgeous Starr Cuff will be chosen at random on Monday October 17 5PM EST.

For extra entries: 

Like Esma Studios on Facebook, follow Esma Studios on Twitter, or like Photohogger on Facebook.

Be sure to leave a separate comment for each entry.  The contest is open worldwide, thanks Amy!

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DIY: Jewellery Holder

Who knew an Ikea cutlery set holder would double as a great jewellery organizer? I finally have my jewellery nicely on display making it really easy to sort through items to wear.

How do you keep your jewellery organized? (images by photohogger)  

And speaking of jewellery, stay tuned for:

Fashionhogger's FIRST PROMO, coming soon!