Jewelry

You dress your home in vintage, so why not treat yourself the same? Just like a Mid-Century sofa can take any room from ho-hum to totally bananas, a rhinestone necklace or armful of Bakelite bangles can give any ensemble a major upgrade (not to mention an enviable edge). If you’re considering giving your wardrobe a boost with vintage costume jewelry, there’s no shortage of pieces to choose from. For those looking to make a high impact purchase, a vintage necklace can be a fine place to start. Choose a chunky gold pendant or solid-colored beaded necklace for a piece you can wear every day, or a specific one encrusted in rhinestones or comprised of acrylic or colored enamel to add zip on an as-needed basis (i.e. the office holiday party). For those who favor something a little less expected, vintage earrings can majorly up your style while making it simultaneously appear that you’re not even trying (read: Kate Moss-level chicness achieved). Choose enamel and metal studs for a look that can go from office to drinks, or go the door knocker route if you’re game to be the talk of the night. Love the idea of earrings but not the concept of pierced lobes? Vintage clip-on earrings are at your service. From beaded tassel earrings to crystal chandelier earrings, clip-on styles run the gamut. Finally, don’t discount vintage rings, which can add just the right amount of bling for everything from coffee dates to cocktail rendezvous. Choose a vintage ring in hard-wearing materials like sterling and turquoise for everyday wear, or go with Lucite or rhinestones for those occasions that call for more star-power.