Looking to add an extra sparkle to your outfit? Brooches can put a finishing touch of glamour to any outfit, fancy or casual. Wear one to church on Sunday or dinner with the girls on Thursday. There are many different kinds of brooches; the vintage look, rhinestones and pearls and ones with different color flowers. A brooch is probably one of the most versatile jewels a woman can own; they have no limit.

Tips:

• – Add sparkle to your coat by pinning one on your collar
• – Add flare to your scarf
• – Jazz up your black handbag
• – Pin one on your belt
• – Stick one in your hair for a glamorous look
• – Pin one to a chain and wear it as a pendant necklace
• – Hook one to a thin plain ring and now you have a cocktail ring
• – If your dress or shirt is too big, use the brooch to hold it together 

Spring is a time for growth and new beginnings, but more importantly springtime encompasses all things whimsical and magic.  Therefore it comes as no surprise that some of the hottest colors and trends for spring are reminiscent of childhood daydreams and fairytales (I’m thinking ballerinas, princesses, and fairies frolicking about with woodland creatures).

To capture the romance and coyness of spring try wearing a tutu in the palest of pinks with a simple top in cream or if you’re feeling a bit more Avril Lavigne than Margot Fonteyn pair your tutu with a graphic tee, leggings, and converses, maybe even throw on a long strand of pearls as a careless but classic afterthought.

Take the essence and mystique of an enchanted forest everywhere you go by pairing a dove gray and baby pink flower necklace with a white tee and jeans or try a glittering cocktail ring to remind you that there is indeed a touch of magic in everything.

Just remember this spring is more about frosted pastels, glittering whites, sparkling silvers, and muted grays than candy colored confections because while we all may enjoy cupcakes we want to avoid looking like one no matter how decadent they may be.  And please, please no baby doll tees with the word “Princess” rhinestoned across the front. : )

Be fierce, flirty, and fabulous!

Scarves are my latest obsession.  It is the perfect way to stay warm while  looking absolutely fabulous.  I love that by wrapping them differently takes on a different look.  My personal favorite is to double the scarf up and pull it thru the loop during the winter months.  With spring right around the corner, I am on the look out for bright colors such as yellows and baby blues for that pop of color.  It is a great way to add to your outfit without taking on all the extra layers.  Stop by Bijuju.com and check out their inventory and stock up for spring.  It is right around the corner.

Cuffs, Bangles and Bracelets are all the rage right now.  If you are looking for a way to dress up your outfit without spending a ton of money, arm candy is the accessory of the moment.  Silver, gold, antique, vintage and my personal favorite–leather with embellishments–are the must have of the season…..  Layer them or mix/match them, whatever your choice, you will stand out in the crowd.  Me, I like the skinny jeans, colorful tank and leather cuff for my night out.  Right now, I am loving that ROCKER CHIC look.

Americana kind of sounds like it should be soft drink, like the lame cousin of Fresca. However, it’s projected to be quite a trend for spring 2010. Chloe and Ralph Lauren both debuted Americana-inspired collections at NYFW; lots of denim and muted floral prints. The best way to wear this trend would be perhaps an oversized denim shirt tucked into cute, plaid shorts with your favorite cowboy boots; add a long, pendent necklace with vintage-embellishments and a fringed bag to complete the look.  Or try a muted floral tunic cinched at the waist with a distressed leather belt. For the non-committal types, a floral scarf with your favorite white tee and baby blue-jeans is a great way to slowly embrace this trend. Newsboy hats, cornflower blue apparel or accessories, and vests that can go from day to night, make this a casual and comfortable trend to try.

Nautical trends are ubiquitous with Spring/Summer. The navy blue and crisp white stripes with canary yellow accents will pay homage to a well advertised Chanel line this season. Imagine how fresh and so clean, clean a bias-cut, tunic style, frock would look nipped in at the waist with a bold, yellow belt. Or how about a pair of gold, anchor earrings to provide the perfect amount of kitsch on a day you’re feeling whimsical? A rope bracelet in a bronzed or antiqued gold would provide a nice contrast to a feminine dress and just the right amount of trend-setting for a busy day at the office. A little black dress can easily be taken to sea with a gold or silver necklace featuring rope accents. Channel your inner pirate with a plaid, triangle scarf taken straight from Fall 2009. No matter what route you take, the nautical trends this Spring are sure to make you want to scream “I’m on a boat!”

GET BOLD– Bracelets featuring vintage baubles bring an air of whimsy to any ensemble; immediately modernizing it.

BE BEAUTIFUL– The best thing about this season’s arm candy is their transformative ability. An oversized, pewter bracelet featuring a vintage elephant emblem provides a whimsical edge to the distressed leather jackets and riding boots of fall. The 80’s and 90’s are back in a big way, again this fall, and rather than doing the same old accessories, these floral, zipper bracelets modernize the grunge revival pieces those decades encompassed.
Ruffles are huge for fall again, so picture a super girly dress with one of these rocker chic, studded, faux leather bracelets to add texture. These super comfortable bracelets are easily stacked to create a sassy cuff. Perfect for day or night with a plain top.
Accessories speak a volume about you and all these bracelets say BOLD and BEAUTIFUL. Bijuju offers a varying array of stunning bracelets to adorn your wrist and complete your ensemble so be sure to stop by one of our locations or online store