Firstly, apologies to my legion of male readers-
but this post is pretty much exclusively for the Laaydies
It’s a real quickie though. I’ll be back tomorrow with a little Christmas wrapping and decor.
Because, God knows, I like to leave plenty of time for you to incorporate some of these ideas.
Ya. I should be getting that Gift Giving Guide up any day now too 
Anyone else noticed one of the biggest fashion trends of late??
The mixing up of big, chunky, in your face costume jewellery with super casual clothing.
The more relaxed, the bigger the bling.
Personally, I’m LOVING
Seriously, What could be easier?
Festive, playful & perfect for the Hols.
I think it’s fairly safe to assume that we all have the makings of this fun trend in our closets already, do we not?
I especially love the plus-size baubles with denim
plaids, chunky sweaters, grey and white t-shirts and black leather…
Way to narrow it down Slim.
Remember for this to feel ‘Of the moment’ it needs to be a little audacious
Throw Coco’s dictum to “remove one piece of jewellery before leaving the house” to the wind just once and make a statement with your Blingy Ol Self
D-Squared Spring 2013
But at the same time, be careful…
don’t get tooo carried away
Have fun with it and don’t lose your patience untangling all your treasures!
“Adornment, what a science! Beauty, what a weapon! Modesty, what elegance!”
― Coco Chanel
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Save this one…mark it FAB!
love this + my bling! Wonderful photos. xxpeggybraswelldesign.com
OH WOW, I’m sooo in. Every pic. Fabulous . and it is Christmas after all.Happy Christmas to every one .
This makes me happy- and hankering for
a denim shirt!! Xx
I have been so ABOUT this look!! Isn’t it fun….and compliments, too. I’m “saving” all these “baubles” to make a wreath ala Eddie Ross…oh, yes. franki
This is de rigueur for Texans, and your photos cinch it MORE so! Merry, merry Christmas Slim!!!
Love it all!
Merry Christmas.
I remember the denim-and-bling look…
We tried to have an understated, low-key Christmas with our decorations this year but at the last minute my partner decided it wasn’t “Christymassy enough” and taped tinsel over every door! Surprisingly, the sight of it lifts the heart every time you walk through the rooms. Amazing what a little sparkle can do to the spirit…
Hope you have a wonderfully, sparkly Christmas Miss Slim!
xx
I am a sucker for those animated snow flakes!! Merry Christmas Slim!!!!
I want it all!
Life can be Hard. Embrace some Sparkle.
Terrific looks!! I love them all, even the last one. There always has to be someone who goes over the edge:)
This post gives me courage to sparkle even though I am a casual gal.
Beautifully done! I’m in! Just returned for the holidays to NYC from DownUnder, and the only jewelry I packed along were big bold crystals…some real, some not…….Now I have to go dig around for my mom’s stunning, large “paste” starburst pin…….and I’m wondering if it’s too cold to pull out the denim jacket….hmmm……maybe in place of a blazer, under the wool coat…..Anyway, Love the Look!
Oh! And a happiest of Holidays to you, Dear Slim! It’s so great to be back home with the kidlets!
super cute look!
Slim,
It’s so rare that I can say, “yes, I’ve even purchased one of those over-the-top pearl necklaces” and worn it with a t-shirt…but I have. It’s such a fun look, how could I pass up the Stella and Dot necklace that the sales lady assured me goes with everything?
Hope you’re nearly wrapped and ready for the big day, how can it be here already?
Karen
As always, a great post, BUT …I’m WAAAAIIITIIING for your gift suggestions. It’s getting to be the 12 hour Slim! Seems my best gifts previous years were from your recommendations, not looking so good for me this Christmas
Bling in the Holidays! Thank you…beautiful!!!!
Love it! Will bring out the bling and the casual for our celebrations! Have a Wonderful Christmas and New Year, Slim! Warmest wishes, Pamela
Oh,to be young enough to wear all that bling!
I embrace sparkle on a daily basis.
Distracts the eye from my collapsing face.
Happy Christmas Slim x
I love this look and have been enjoying wearing it lately…mostly using my vintage stash, but I have also added to the collection with some of the great bling available right now. Merry Christmas.
Best…Victoria
I am seriously infatuated with all these sparkly rhinestones.
Must get my mitts on a classic denim shirt to wear with them.
Happy Holidays Slim.
XO
FUN STUFF! I want to go play with my sparkly stuff now! I really like it with the denim – especially the all white with the sweater, and the denim jacket with the sequined skirt. Merry Christmas to you and yours!
What a great look! Totally agree you don’t let the stuff sit in the jewelry box…get it on and start glittering.
Happy Holidays!
Exactly! Why wait for “a special occasion”? If you wake up, each day IS special!
Cheers!
So pretty! I love it. Jeans are my wardrobe staple so all I need now are some chunky gems. Merry Sparklemas!
I love living in jeans. And I never met a rhinestone I didn’t love. Let em dangle, I say. Now I must say that this “trend” is NOT happening in Eugene, Oregon. But that isn’t to say I couldn’t be the first to import it. I’ve got the stones, I’ve for the denim. And to quote the much quoted and adored (if not actually emulated) Iris Apfel–“others say take one off, I say put on more” Thanks so all the wonderful blogs this year–you do brighten up my days. Barbara
Its Christmas Eve here already so If we dont speak before the 25th have a wonderful Christmas Slim..
Get out the big costume jewellry!!
my daughter is sooo happi that she has kept all her betsy johnson over d top necklaces!….oh to be young, modeluscious, and bigblingy!!!!!…i would probably end up looking like the senile lady who decided to play dress-up with all her costume jewelry
Love the mix of low key tee’s and jeans and a great blingy statement necklace…a big fat YES for me! Wishing you a Merry Christmas and all lifes best in 2013!
Merry Christmas Slim! I have enjoyed a wonderful year reading your posts and appreciating your photography. I love your book selections as well. Melissa in Hinsdale
I recognize some of the jewelry in your Slim Paley photo….the Prada necklace? Have it! I also gave it to a girlfriend as a gift. Nothing makes me happier than all that bling!!
Merry Christmas Greetings to the SP family! I have that 4th photo of the blingy shirt under the denim. That photo inspired me to begin collecting vintage rhinestone necklaces & brooches! Scored some great finds on Etsy! Have a blessed holiday!
xoxo, Chris
WOW, there’s soooo much fabulousness here– Thanks for the inspiration!
I have just found your blog for the first time. What wonderful photos and magnificent pieces of jewellery. I love the playfulness of this trend and will be adding one of my necklaces right now!
Welcome Pauline
Just out of interest, where is Philip Island?