Bookish Product Review: Authored Adornments Bookish Jewelry (p2)

I'm here today to talk about one of the most amazing Etsy stores that sells stunning book-inspired jewelry and bookmarks - Authoroed Adornments! As you already know, I am extremely lucky to be one of the reps for this store, which means every month I get two of Julie's gorgeous pieces for Instagram features, but because I love Julie and her creations so much, I also want to spotlight her store on the blog! This is the second feature - to see the first one click here.

For the month of May, I picked the Alice in Wonderland inspired necklace in silver, and the gorgeous Raven ring. I'll talk about them in more detail below!

Without further ado, please welcome Authored Adornments!

Alice in Wonderland Necklace 

     Oh how I love Alice in Wonderland inspired stuff - especially beautiful jewelry! Julie's pieces are just heart-stopping. I absolutely love her works and wish I could have the entire collection

This Alice in Wonderland inspired necklace in silver comes with a mini heart pendant and a beautiful ornamental frame. You can also get it in a simple-style version, which looks just as lovely! And like most of Julie's jewelry pieces, it comes in 2 colors - silver and bronze.
You can buy it in 3 different chain lengths, too! The quality of the print is amazing and the glass orb looks so beautiful. This is my favorite Alice merch by far!
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Nevermore Poe Inspired Ring

This beautiful ring inspired by Edgar Allan Peo's The Raven comes in 3 colors (shiny silver, gunmetal and antique bronze),and because of its unique construction, it's fully adjustable to a perfect fit.

As a huge Poe fan, I just couldn't pass up the opportunity to own a piece of jewelry inspired by one of his amazing works. This ring is so beautiful, guys! And the simple two words (or rather one word split into two glass orbs) give me the feels!!! Such a beautiful, simple yet powerful design. A must have for any Poe enthusiast!!! 

On another note, the ring is very solid and seems super sturdy. It doesn't bend easily, so you can easily do chores while wearing it (I know I do, because I don't want to take it off). I also love the fact that the size is adjustable, so I can even wear it on my thumb if I'm feeling extra fancy. I'm giving this ring two thumbs up! :D  

In addition to an already rich assortment of bracelets, earrings, necklaces, rings and bookmarks, Julie from Authored Adornments also takes requests for specific quotes. She is amazing to work with, so don't hesitate to reach out to her via social media or the Etsy contact form.

Be sure to take advantage of my special rep code to get 10% off your purchase!

CODE: EVIEBOOKISH

About Authored Adornments:

Authored Adornments was started on a whim and has turned into so much more over the last 3 years!

Kyrsten (original owner) started the business when she was working at a little used bookstore in West Seattle. Through ups and downs, holiday rushes and maternity leave, Authored Adornments has served thousands of book-loving customers big and small!

After acquiring some Retail Accounts as big as John Green's website (www.DFTBA.com) and the Seattle Public Library, we hope to expand the jewelry line to reach far across the nation and possibly even overseas throughout 2015.

As Authored Adornments's new owner, Julie (sister to Kyrsten) takes over, new life and excitement will be put into the business! Once goals are met, we will have some Authored Adornments items at a local shop, library or bookstore near you!

Find Authored Adornments online:

 Instagram | Twitter | Etsy 

Bookish Product Review: Authored Adornments (Necklace and Bracelet)

Today, I have the huge pleasure of featuring an amazing Etsy store that sells stunning book-inspired jewelry and bookmarks. I am extremely lucky to be one of the reps for this store, which means every month I get two of their gorgeous pieces for Instagram features, but because I love Julie and her creations so much, I also want to spotlight her store on the blog! 

For the month of April, I picked the Alice in Wonderland inspired vintage bracelet in bronze, and the lovely Wuthering Heights necklace. I'll talk about them in more detail below!

Without further ado, please welcome Authored Adornments!

Alice in Wonderland Bracelet 

     This is one of the prettiest vintage-looking bracelets I've seen! The bronze cuff gives this bracelet a lovely warm, classic feel and I absolutely love the ornamental accents. Inside the glass orb, there is a quote from Alice in Wonderland:
"The players all played at once without waiting for turns, quarrelling all the while, and fighting for the hedgehogs; and in a very short time the Queen was in a furious passion, and went stamping about, and shouting `Off with his head!' or `Off with her head!' about once in a minute." 
I've been wearing this bracelet on multiple occasions and haven't notice any signs of wear so far, although it did catch my clothing a couple of times ( on the swirly ornamental parts), but nothing tore or broke off, so I'm not too worried about that.
Overall, I am in love with this new piece of bookish jewelry. It's so beautiful and so nicely made, plus the "Off with her head!" quote is one of my favorite ones from Alice. 

Wuthering Heights Necklace

This beautiful necklace inspired by Wuthering Heights comes in 2 styles (simple and ornate) and 2 colors (silver and bronze), and you can also pick the length of the chain when you order it (18, 20 and 24 inches).
The quote that is placed inside the glass orb is:
"Nelly, I am Heathcliff! He's always, always in my mind: not as a pleasure, any more than I am always a pleasure to myself, but as my own being."
I got the 18 inch chain length and it's perfect for me. It puts the pendant exactly where I want it to be, just underneath my collarbone.
Just like with the Alice in Wonderland bracelet, the ornate style of this necklace looks gorgeous in the bronze color, giving off a lovely vintage vibe. I often wear these two pieces of jewelry together, because they almost look like a set. Plus, I think this particular style is just perfect for Wuthering Heights. It's super elegant and classic feeling! 

In addition to an already rich assortment of bracelets, earrings, necklaces, rings and bookmarks, Julie from Authored Adornments also takes requests for specific quotes. She is amazing to work with, so don't hesitate to reach out to her via social media or the Etsy contact form.

Be sure to take advantage of my special rep code to get 10% off your purchase!

CODE: EVIEBOOKISH

About Authored Adornments:

Authored Adornments was started on a whim and has turned into so much more over the last 3 years!

Kyrsten (original owner) started the business when she was working at a little used bookstore in West Seattle. Through ups and downs, holiday rushes and maternity leave, Authored Adornments has served thousands of book-loving customers big and small!

After acquiring some Retail Accounts as big as John Green's website (www.DFTBA.com) and the Seattle Public Library, we hope to expand the jewelry line to reach far across the nation and possibly even overseas throughout 2015.

As Authored Adornments's new owner, Julie (sister to Kyrsten) takes over, new life and excitement will be put into the business! Once goals are met, we will have some Authored Adornments items at a local shop, library or bookstore near you!

Find Authored Adornments online:

 Instagram | Twitter | Etsy 

Fashion Product Review: Burei Chronograph Watch for Men

Being an Amazon top reviewer occasionally comes with really nice perks, and one of them is getting products for review I wouldn't normally be able to afford (not on a student budget, ha!). This is definitely that kind of product! When BUREI reached out to me with the opportunity to be their watch tester, I jump at the chance :) 

 I really love this watch - it looks and feels very luxurious and is suitable for both casual and formal wear.

The watch's face is big and clear. The dial is easy to read even in direct sunlight. You can set the time, day and date (though you should follow the instruction when you do that, as it states that the date should not be set between 9:00 PM and 5:00 AM, or some damage may occur.) The leather strap is beautiful and feels good on your skin. My husband tried the watch on and said it was perfectly comfortable to wear and not heavy at all.

The watch comes wrapped around a mini pillow and placed in a big, gorgeous box. It also comes with a signature BUREI gift wrap and a small manual. The gorgeous packaging adds to the high-end feeling of this watch and makes for a fantastic gift. I will be gifting this watch to my dad for his upcoming birthday and I know he'll just love it.

I think it's a really amazing value for the price. It works great and looks very attractive. It seems very well made, too, so I think it should be pretty durable. And I love the fact that it's waterproof! No complaints so far!

About BUREI Quartz Chronograph watch:

• Imported
• Polished stainless steel watch featuring chronograph function,white dial with date window at 3 o'clock
• Croco-embossed calfskin leather strap with buckle closure
• Protective anti-reflective sapphire crystal dial window
• Japanese quartz movement with analog display
• Water resistant to 99 feet (30 M)

True luxury in simple, timeless design. This globetrotting beauty features BUREI's signature round dial with minimal markings and elegantly slim hands. This BUREI chronograph watch for men offers a bold accent to both business wear and casual dress. Japanese quartz movement with analog display. Anti-reflective sapphire crystal. Breathable genuine leather strap brings a soft and comfortable feeling and prevent allergies. Other features include three chronograph subdials, polished stainless steel case, date function and water resistance to 30 meters (99 feet) withstands rain and splashes of water, but not showering or submersion. 

 

Jewelry Review: Opps Natural Quartz Necklace

I was recently invited to evaluate one of the natural quartz necklaces from Opps. It is said to have a "natural healing power" that helps "balance the chakras" and bring positive energy. While I haven't been wearing often enough to testify about its healing powers, I can definitely tell you that I'm very really impressed with both the quality of this lovely necklace as well as the beautiful and thoughtful packaging it came in.

The pink quartz stone I got looks gorgeous. It has a rough, natural-looking shape and it's just the perfect size. All the glass beads are unique in shape, size and color, with beautifully crafted edges that reflect the sunlight nicely. The necklace will go great with many different outfits, from dresses to sweaters, tunics and more. Great with both casual and more dressy looks.

The quality seems to be very good. The beads are separated with little knots, but the chain itself seems unlikely to ever break. This is a clasp-less design, the necklace length allows you to easily slip it on over your head. Despite the many elements and the quartz stone, the necklace is light and comfortable to wear all day long.

Overall, cute little necklace!

Disclaimer: Free sample of the product was provided for review consideration. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Where to get:

Purchase it on Amazon for only $15.99! And be sure to check out other color selections - it comes with 8 different styles :)

Etsy Shop: Made with Love Jewelry

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I love jewelry. I love mermaids. Thus, it stands to reason that I love mermaid jewelry. While browsing Etsy I stumbled across Made with Love Jewelry. Shana has been making jewelry since December of 2005 thanks to a kit her best friend bought her for the holidays. She states that "what started off as making myself a pair of Safety Pin Earrings for fun, grew into a business that I am extremely proud of."

These pieces are elegant, unique, and definitely eye catching! They are perfect for any mermaid lover in your life - or even just for you! I love the attention to detail Shana takes in making each piece stand out on its own. I myself LOVE the quote on her mermaid necklace: "I must be a mermaid for I have no fear of depths and a great fear of shallow living."

 

On top of making a variety of mermaid and The Little Mermaid jewelry, Shana also makes Beauty and the Beast inspired jewelry and a variety of custom designs. While she has  a few choice items listed on her Etsy page, she has over 300 different kinds of pieces that you can see on her Facebook and Tumblr pages, so be sure to check those out as well!