JewelMint Lovers' Locket Photos + Sweetheart & Lovers Headband Sketch! | Written Review

It's not hard to see why everyone (myself included) adores JewelMint's Lovers' Locket from the coveted February 2011 collection.

This necklace is super easy to style, and it's antique gold finish has a timeless and romantic feel. Although this necklace is a classic piece, you can easily make it your own whether your style is relaxed, trendy, preppy, indie, or whatever. From flowy floral dress, to cable knit sweaters, to leather jackets and jeans, this piece is surely one that anyone can pull off. I also like where this locket hits - just a few inches above the belly button, and the Y part of the necklace separates at the middle of the chest.

There seriously hasn't been a time when I've been out and someone hasn't asked me about the necklace. Most comments are about how unique the Y shape is as most lockets are usually seen dangling from a single chain. Besides being asked where I purchased it from, the second most asked question is if the locket actually opens. Why of course it does! :)

Two magnets on the inside of the locket is how this locket stays securely closed. As for the inside of the locket (and mentioned in my video review), you will notice there are no prongs or clasps to secure a small photo inside of the locket. However, this can easily be done with scrapbooking dots, such as these here.

In the my last video review post of the Lovers' Locket, I mentioned how I would not only love to see JewelMint bring this piece back, but how a complete refashion of this necklace would be fun! While it is quite obvious that this necklace would look gorgeous as mini locket earrings or even a bracelet charm, I've come up with something a little bit less traditional. So in honor of Valentine's Day, I've sketched my own Sweetheart and Lovers Headband!

Sweethearts and Lovers Headband sketch

I imagine this headband being made of gold metal with a brushed antique finish. The Lovers' Locket would be the centerpiece and is surrounded by two Sweetheart Ring charms. Instead of the usual bright brushed gold finish on the Sweetheart charms, it would be brushed antique gold to match. While the headband in the sketch looks a little too thick, I would probably scale that down a bit for a more of a romantic and delicate feel to the overall headband itself.

What do you think? Would you wear a headband like this from JewelMint if one existed? How else would you like to see the Lovers' Locket refashioned?

xoxo, Lily

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Click here to watch my styling video review of the Lovers' Locket.

JewelMint's Midas Ring: Midas Well Wear Two!

Quite possibly one of my favorite 60's inspired rings, JewelMint's Midas Ring has always been my go-to ring when I'm desperately in need of a fun splash of color. The other day I was going through my jewelry collection, when I found my original Midas ring that I thought I had lost. In the meantime, I had purchased a second as a backup. I was thinking to myself, what the heck am I going to do with two Midas Rings when I realized a few things...

I first noticed that both rings are different in their own different ways. Below you'll notice that one ring's enamel drops are smaller than the other. I tried both on individually and found both have their own unique looks: Reason #1 to keep both. The ring with the smaller drops looks more delicate. The larger drops on the other ring make it more of a statement than the other. Can you tell a difference below?

Also, you wouldn't think that two large statement rings would work well together, but these actually do! Reason #2 to keep both! I was playing around when I realized that both fit comfortably on one finger as a sort of fun stacked armor ring.

Below you can see the two different options I've come up with: first ring on top or second ring on top. I'm thinking I like the look of the first photo better (first ring on top).

First ring on top

Second ring on top

What do you think? Would you wear two Midas Rings together like this?

xoxo, Lily

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P.S. You can also do this with JewelMint's new Midas Silver Touch Ring! Find the Midas Ring here.

A Perfect New Year's Combination: JewelMint's Petit Coeur Necklace + ShoeMint's Edith in Blush (Refashioned)!

Two of the best things in the entire world: jewelry + shoes! I got some Mint-Spiration from Cher Coulter's jewelry and shoe creation from this StyleCaster photoshoot with Kate Bosworth as seen here!

As you can see, I've refashioned JewelMint's Petite Coeur Necklace by adding it as a cute little charm on the buckle of my brand new ShoeMint Edith's in Blush Suede!

Check out the rest of the photos and a review of ShoeMint's Edith in Blush (Refashioned) over at Shoes+Mints!

xoxo, Lily

JewelMint's New Wave Ring - Photos & Styling Ideas

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JewelMint New Wave Ring is probably the first piece from JewelMint that I didn't think I'd be able to pull off. To tell you the truth, my very first thought when I saw it was how it would make some major armor for a thumb war! :)

Truth is, I actually ended up liking this ring! Not because it makes such a bold statement (which it undeniably does), but because it was just too cool and unique to pass up - it is seriously like a little miniature sculpture.

You see, I'm also a figeter at heart. I have things sitting on my desk at home that either inspire me or that I can grab and fitget with. This ring is one of those things that I keep permanently fixated along with my other favorites such as the Sweetheart Ring, Zoe Bangle, or whatever else is inspiring me at the moment.

As for styling, in my opinion...this ring needs balance. Whether it's a pair of statement jeans or in my photos you can see I've used a Metal Sequin Metallic Skirt to help offset the New Wave. I've also paired the skirt with an olive green button up shirt that is rolled up to a three-quarter sleeve. The buttons are silver and match the ring, while the Zoe Bangle (worn on the opposite arm) helps to complete the overall look.

A few other pieces that would look amazing with the New Wave would be the Black Keys Bracelet, Brixton Earrings, and the Ludlow Trio (silver and charcoal rings).

I also wanted to point out that the New Wave Ring curves to the left (at least mine does). The size 6 fits and curves perfectly with my middle finger on my left hand - which is great because I'm right-handed so it won't get in the way much. It also curves well with my ring finger on my right hand, but even though this ring is adjustable...it was still too big for this finger on me.

xoxo, Lily

P.S. I'll be uploading these photos and even more up-close photos not included in this post later this afternoon on Mint-Spiration.com in the New Wave Ring Folder (here) - sign up, it's free to join! :)

What are your thoughts on the New Wave Ring?? If you own it, do you love it?