Ted Muehling

The organic nature design of Ted Muehlings accessories, jewelry and decorative objects in silver, bronze, porcelain and glass. Manhattan, NYC

Brillant Bijoux

Costume jewelry is cool with Kenneth Jay Lane's
vintage inspired Swarovski crystal-encrusted gems.

 

Easy Conversation: Julia Vallelunga

Julia Vallelunga embodies the true spirit of a creative entrepreneur.  At  30 years old , this young  women is  not only one of Montreal top  bloggers with À la mode Montréal, but she’s also a talented jewelry maker and her latest collection of necklaces  for Anthropologie can only attest to that.

We had a chat with her and it went a little something like this.

Tell us a bit about yourself, who is Julia Vallelunga?
I’m a 30 years old jewellery designer / fashion blogger. I grow up in beautiful Montreal in an half Italian, half French-Canadian family. Beside designing jewelry, I love travelling and having my friends over for dinner.
 When did you start creating jewelry? When I was a kid, I used to create jewelry and expose it in my room but it was just for fun. I had no idea that I would become a jewelry designer! I started three years ago and I’ve been doing it full time for a year now.

Tell us about your creative process? Who / what inspires you?
I usually start sketching what I want my collection to look like. Then I start making the samples. At that point, my idea usually evolved and the entire collection starts making sense. My travels inspire me. I like looking at traditional costumes and old pictures.

Growing up what did you want to be / do? I wanted to be a diplomat! I studied in Economics and Politics at l’Université de Montréal. I didn’t end up being a diplomat but I worked as a lobbyist in Brussels and worked closely with them. I also worked as a business adviser for start-ups. It’s with working with entrepreneur that I realized I was one.

Who are some of the artists who've influenced your work? Everytimes I looked at Frida Kahlo work, I get inspired. I love the mix of colors.

How did your collaboration with Anthropologie come about? Are you working on any other projects? I just sent them an email! I wasn’t really expecting an answer but I got an answer an 1 hour after I sent it. It was a great collaboration. I did 200 necklaces for them. I hope to have the chance to repeat the experience. I’m working on it!

 What's playing on your Ipod these days?
Devendra Banhart, love his song Shabop Shalom.

Julia Vallelunga elsewhere... 

La Raffinerie 

À la mode Montréal 

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FACEBOOK

Forever Fabulous Finds

Meet charming Robot and Foxy Ballerina courtesy of Forever 21

Love me Some

 

A few months ago,
we told you about one of  our favorite jewelry brand out of Montreal's
'lovemesometreasures' a line of original hand made bling. Well, the new
collection has been released, so we're sure you're gonna love it as much
as we do.

To order or for more info, go here or there.

Rush Over

Come fly away to the seaside for a weekend of coastal living. If you can't please enjoy these jeweled beauties from the sea created by French Jewelry designer Aurélie Bidermann. The charming cowry and scallop shells adds a playful touch and nautical twist to any outfit. Check out her online world.

Bon weekend from T + S.

The Sweetest Thing

These statuesque œuvres of Origami Jewelry created by Claire & Arnaud were inspired by the beauty of Japanese creativity. Je veux et j'exige. Get yours here. Bonus: One size fits all.

After the rain

Odélie Chan's summer collection 'After the rain' is a medley of  colors an eccentric &  gorgeous line earrings. We love the craftmanship and talent of this 20-something jewellery maker.

A pure JEM

Wonder-woman Nadège Winter is always up to something good! Her latest project a fancy line of jewelry inspired by her daughter Lola with, with JEM.
JEM is a Paris-based brand that specializes in ethically minded bling (gold and silver mostly). 

The design is minimal and singular. We approve!

Silky and shiny

Love these beautiful hand-made necklaces by La Raffinerie.
Crafted out of satin and /or silk ribbons and gold-looking vintage pieces, these will surely make you look refined.

Cope yours here.

Lucky Charms

In need of luck, inspiration or just of a jewel of a gem.  

Make a wish. Go ahead... Make a BIG wish!

Dogeared Jewels and Gifts

Objet du désir

The pearl is tough, natural + sensuous. The belle of upscale, this minimal semi-precious refined gem is stylish without being ostentatious. Completely glamorous, oui ?

Emma Top: One Vintage | Pearl + Crystal Floral Necklace: Oscar de la Renta

Deco Blanc Gold-Plated Necklace: Bijoux Heart

Merry Christmas!

Keep Calm Gallery

Remembrance

Kate Spade Ring | $75

Things to wear

Central Martin alumni Azumi and David Percival Yamashita, the two designers behind London-based brand A’N'D create refreshing and exciting art +fashion. Their spring / summer 2011 collection of 'things to wear'  is unique as their past creations. From the paper-clip necklaces to the the bow-shaped hair pieces, we want them all.

Soho Hearts

Created by Amsterdam native, Juliette Booker, Soho Hearts is a collection of luxurious, stylish and trendy jewelry that makes an instant statement. Bold yet subtle, whimsical and cheeky we are totally sold on her well-crafted pieces.

#FF: Friends Forever

Not your typical, childhood friendship bracelets, these upscale versions harp back to camp days. Prices range from $130 to $250. Each bracelet is an exclusive one-of-a-kind design created especially for J Crew  by BFF duo Frieda & Nellie.
Where my friends at?

 Frieda & Nellie for J.Crew

You can also peruse their cute website for other petits trésors. With names like Hotcakes, Over the Rainbow, She Sells Seashells and How Sweet it is, how can one resist?

Jones's Stones

New York designer Genevieve Jones fine jewelry and luxury accessories collection are a sight to behold. Its understated beauty produced in Thailand by skilled artisans whispers of elegance.