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Q&A with Leila Kashanipour of LeiVanKash

Leila Kashanipour

We fell in love with LeiVanKash immediately upon seeing the gorgeous Olivia Palermo wearing a beautiful gold rose ring from the label. LeiVanKash is brainchild of Leila Kashanipour, a recent graduate from the famous Central Saint Martins School of Art and Design in London. Even before graduating, Leila began making her mark in the world of jewellery. Her pieces have already landed on the pages of ELLE, Tatler and Grazia, and will soon be arriving at Sophie’s Closet. We recently caught up with Leila to discuss her inspirations, her personal style and future aspirations.

LeiVanKash Gold ‘Olivia’ Rose Ring (AED 1,595)

You went to Central Saint Martins School of Art and Design. Why did you decide to study jewellery?
Well I was very much interested in Fine Arts, specifically painting, when I applied to CSM for my foundation year. I thought that painting was what I wanted to pursue until I took a jewellery course. That’s when I fell in love with the making process, the attention given to detail and giving an identity to each piece. So I applied for jewellery design for my BA and the rest is history!

What inspires your designs? Are you influenced by the art and design of your native Iran?
I get inspiration from everywhere! The way I feel, the gemstones I use, colors, nature, fine art and etc. For example vanitas paintings and memento mori were the initial inspiration for my ‘Skullmania’ collection. And of course, a lot of my pieces such as the ‘Persepolis’ collection is inspired by my Iranian background and culture. I tend to give my pieces an antique finish as if they were from the days of the Persian Empire.

Do you have certain designers that you admire?
I love the fine jewellery at Dior. There is so much creativity going on there — it’s breathtaking. I am also a huge fan of the Wendy Yue at Annoushka!

How would you describe you personal style?
Hm, hard one! I think I am what happens when London, New York, LA and Paris come together! As one of my good friends puts it “you are a hippie at heart, and your style is a mix between edgy boho chic and total rock chick.”

What is your favourite piece from the collection?
The first piece I ever hand carved and my long-time favorite is the ‘Olivia Rose’ ring. It’s very boho cool and it never goes unseen or without a compliment! My skull bracelet never comes off and has kinda become an extra organ. But each piece is special in its own way and they have all received a token of my love at one point.

Olivia Palermo wearing the ‘Olivia’ Rose ring

What has been the proudest moment of your career so far?
I was so honored that Olivia Palermo wore the now called ‘Olivia Rose’ ring and loved it! But I get proud whenever I receive feedback from supporting friends and fans who appreciate the work that I do!

Do you have any future plans that you can share?
My website is coming to life very soon and I am super excited about that! And on a totally different topic, I becoming a Mrs in July. The rest you will have to wait and see!

To get your very own ‘Olivia’ Rose ring, visit http://www.sophiescloset.com

February 11, 2011
New from Kenneth Jay Lane

We just got back from a little visit to Kenneth Jay Lane’s New York showroom. If there is jewellery heaven on Earth, this must be it. With over 30,000 belts, bracelets, brooches, earrings, necklaces, and rings on display, our hearts were melting and our eyes were glistening with happiness. We are glad to report that Mr Kenneth Jay Lane works at the studio and takes time to chat with clients. We just adore him!

With decades of his work on display, and each piece lovelier than the other, we couldn’t resist but to make a huge order that is coming to SOPHIESCLOSET.COM very soon.

Kenneth Jay Lane is a jewellery legend and we firmly believe that every woman should own a little something designed by him. He was a favorite of the elegant Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, the glamorous Elizabeth Taylor, the stylish Vogue editor Diana Vreeland and the divine Audrey Hepburn. He made costume jewellery cool and his pieces are now considered by many as collectable as precious gems, with vintage pieces selling at Christie’s and Sotheby’s. Among his fans is our style muse Olivia Palermo.

Although we have many favourites, here are some of the new pieces available at Sophie’s Closet. It’s time to snag one (or two or three) up! Because in Kenneth Jay Lane’s words “elegance, good taste and luxury never go out of style.”

Kenneth Jay Lane Coral Turquoise Lion Head Bracelet

Kenneth Jay Lane Gold Pave Zebra Bracelet

Kenneth Jay Lane Emerald Drop Earrings

We love the “animal” bangles and glistening earrings. Old-school glamour, something that will carry from generation to generation.

Kenneth Jay Lane Six Row Gold Coin Bracelet

These antique-looking coins remind us of something women would have worn in the ancient times. Perfect for summer, could be worn casually or formally, and we could pair them with almost anything.

Kenneth Jay Lane Coral Turquoise Earrings

Kenneth Jay Lane Giraffe Pearl Bracelet

Nothing says summer like coral and turquoise. We are thinking of wearing these with something light and flow-y.

Jewellery heaven, right?

For the complete Kenneth Jay Lane selection, head over to SOPHIESCLOSET.COM and start shopping >

February 7, 2011
ON THE RED CARPET: The Golden Globes

Scarlett Johansson wearing VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Private Collection;
From Sophie’s Closet: JENNIFER BEHR Wing Pin Silver with Crystal (AED 420)

Aren’t award shows the best? It’s always so much fun seeing the runway looks translated onto “real” people. This year, the Golden Globes red carpet was a great success: not too many disasters (OK, hello Helena Bonham Carter and Chrstina Aguilera!), many Old Hollywood glamorous looks (Catherine Zeta Jones, January Jones, Angelina Jolie) and many hip and modern young beauties (Emma Stone and Leighton Meester). But, at Sophie’s Closet, what we really look for is the jewels! And at these types of occasions, celebrities go all out! We are talking million dollar baubles. Well, we made them a bit easier to obtain by finding affordable alternatives from Sophie’s Closet.

Scarlett Johansson wearing VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Private Collection;
From Sophie’s Closet: CC SKYE Million Dollar Pave Bracelet (AED 1350)

Hollywood bombshell Scarlet Johansson looked amazing in her Elie Saab dress topped with sparkling diamonds by Van Cleef & Arpels. One can achieve a similar look with our Jennifer Behr hair pin and sparkling CC Skye bracelet.

Nicole Kidman wearing: FRED LEIGHTON;
From Sophie’s Closet: SIMAN TU Smoky Quartz Chandelier Earrings (AED 1430)

Nicole Kidman opted for long black chandelier earrings by Fred Leighton that are very similar to our Siman Tu’s.

Catherine Zeta Jones wearing VAN CLEEF & ARPELS;
From Sophie’s Closet: SHERMAN Vintage Chandelier Earrings (AED 1900)

Catherine Zeta Jones channelled Old Hollywood glamour a la Elizabeth Taylor in her emerald green Monique Lhullier gown. Her beautiful dark brown hair down contrasted by diamond chandelier Van Cleef & Arpels earrings. Our vintage ones from Sherman are almost identical!

Jennifer Lopez wearing HARRY WINSTON;
From Sophie’s Closet: KENNETH JAY LANE Pearl Centre Flower Earrings (AED 690)

Oh, Jennifer Lopez: she always has the sparkliest diamonds! Her Harry Winston flower earrings gave her a bit of a cuter look than her usual spicy Latina style. We like cute and that’s why we love our Kenneth Jay Lane floral pearl earrings. Jennifer would approve.

Lea Michelle wearing LORRAINE SCHWARTZ;
From Sophie’s Closet: KENNETH JAY LANE Crystal White Pearl Earrings (AED 550)

Glee‘s Lea Michelle was a diva in pink Oscar de la Renta gown complete with a giant bow. She didn’t need much jewelry because it was such a big dress. Her little knotted Lorraine Schwartz diamond earrings are definitely on the same page as our Kenneth Jay Lane crystal and pearl buds.

Vanessa Williams wearing unknown earrings;
From Sophie’s Closet: MELINDA MARIA “Gwyneth” Pave Chandelier Earrings (AED 1700)

We are not quite sure what jewelry designer Vanessa Williams was wearing but we are in love! Notice how similar they look to Melinda Maria’s “Gwyneth” earrings?

Julia Stiles wearing H. STERN;
From Sophie’s Closet: BOUNKIT Sunburst flower Citrine (AED 1650)

Julia Stiles is cute and so were her H.Stern yellow and white diamond earrings. Almost identical to Bounkit’s.

Halle Berry wearing HARRY WINSTON;
From Sophie’s Closet: LISA FREEDE Swarovski Wrap Bracelets (AED 570 each)

Halle Berry was super sexy in her black sheer Nina Ricci dress. All eyes were on her gorgeous skin which is probably why she opted not to wear much else. Sparkly bracelets was all she needed.

Claire Danes wearing FRED LEIGHTON;
From Sophie’s Closet: LISA FREEDE Stackable Eternity Rings (AED 170)

Claire Danes is a minimalist and we loved her simple Fred Leighton eternity ring. For the same minimal, but much cheaper look, we suggest Lisa Freede. Her Swarovski crystals could almost pass for diamonds!

Christina Aguilera wearing LORRAINE SCHWARTZ;
From Sophie’s Closet: JOOMI LIM Large Pretty Bijoux Ring (AED 490)

We hated Christina’s dress, but once we saw a close-up of her hands, we were (almost) ready to forgive her. But, we actually think that our Joomi Lim is prettier.

Sofía Vergara wearing DAVID WEBB;
From Sophie’s Closet: RACHEL LEIGH “Gumball” Ring (AED 390)

Hot Latina bombshell, Sophia Vergara, paired her bright red Vera Wang dress with a giant turquoise cocktail ring by David Webb. Clearly, this is a woman that loves colour! She would also look fab in our Rachel Leigh “Gumball” ring.

How fun was that? See you at the Oscars!

To purchase these pieces, simply click on the images or email Sophie.

January 18, 2011
Sophie’s Closet in HARPER’s BAZAAR (again!)

Natalia Vodianova on the cover of Harper’s Bazaar Arabia (November, 2010)

We were featured in both October and November issues of Harper’s Bazaar Arabia! Again, we couldn’t be more honored — it’s one of our favourites!

We are loving this red colour story. And we agree: no colour story is complete without some Rachel Leigh’s bright “Gumball” rings!

RACHEL LEIGH “Gumball” Ring (AED 350)

As we always say, rock chic never goes out of style. We, just like Harper’s Bazaar, prefer more of a sophisticated interpretation on the style. That’s shy CC Skye is always perfect for this look. Feminine, sexy and a little bit tough.

CC SKYE “Power” Ring (AED 880)

Jewelry is truly the best gift of all. Who wouldn’t love to be gifted with some glamorous CC Skye bracelets ?

CC SKYE Pave Stud Bracelet (AED 1100)

CC SKYE “Starburst” Bangle (AED 540)

Nicole Ritchie graces the cover of Harper’s Bazaar Arabia (October 2010)

October’s issue featured a blue story with our CC Skye (we think CC Skye may be their favourite?) screw bracelet. We love it too. What a perfect companion for a great pair of bright blue denim jeans!

CC SKYE Screw Bracelet (AED 420)

For their glamorous lace story, they included Jacques Fath’s stunning pearl ring. Is there a better combination than lace and pearls? We think not!

JACQUES FATH Bal a Versailles Ring (AED 960)

To view more of our stunning pieces, visit shopatsophiescloset.com.

November 19, 2010
Catching Up With GOSSIP GIRL Jewelry and Accessories

We are loving the start of Gossip Girl season 4. Things are getting really juicy with the Chuck vs Blair war and the impending return of Little J.

We admit that the other storyline involving the new character Juliet’s hunt for Serena’s dignity is a little boring, but we can put up with some boredom as long as the girls are looking as fabulous as they’ve been this season.

Episode 1 “Belles du Jour”:
SIMAN TU Five Strand Pearl Choker (AED 3600)

Blair Waldorf has always been number 1 on the Gossip Girl style watch. Maybe it’s because she loves the same designers we do, Siman Tu and Bounkit, and she is always perfectly accessorized.

Episode 2 “Double Identity”:
SIMAN TU “Butterfly” Necklace

In Paris, Blair played up her flirty and feminine style with bold prints and big statement accessories like the Siman Tu pearl and coral choker and the Siman Tu Pave Butterfly necklace.

Episode 2 “Double Identity”:
SIMAN TU CZ Tiara

In New York, Blair keeps her style a little more minimal, sticking to one or two colours and simpler accessories like the pink blazer paired with a purple Bounkit amethyst cuff and the Badgley Mischka victorian bow necklace with the silver sequined dress.

Episode 3 “The Undergraduates”:
BADGLEY MISCHKA Victoria Bow Necklace

Episode 5 “Goodbye Columbia”:
BOUNKIT Faceted Amethyst Cuff

Blair may be #1 on our style watch, but that doesn’t mean that we aren’t head-over-heels in love with Serena’s, Lily’s and Vanessa’s style. This season on Gossip Girl, Serena Van Der Woodsen looks more beautiful than ever (and we are keeping fingers crossed for her and Nate).

Episode 3 “The Undergraduates”:
SIMAN TU Cuff

Her style is becoming more sophisticated with time and she is becoming a budding classic beauty like her mother Lily. It’s no wonder they both wore this Siman Tu cuff this season (Lily wore the grey stone version of it in “Double Identity”)

Episode 2 “Double Identity”:
SIMAN TU Malachite Drop Necklace

Lily has always worn Siman Tu but this drop necklace may be the most stunning one yet! Paired with a brown silk dress and one of her signature chignons, Lily is absolute perfection.

Episode 1 “Belles du Jour”:
BOUNKIT Turquoise Amethyst Bracelet

No, we are not forgetting about Vanessa Abrams. Why does this poor girl always end up being dumped by Dan? She is so stunningly beautiful! She stays true to her bohemian roots but that doesn’t mean she skimps on expensive accessories: Vanessa also loves Bounkit!

Episode 5 “Goodbye Columbia”:
BOUNKIT Cuff with Faceted Green Onyx

We definitely approve of her taste in bracelets, especially the amazing Bounkit cuff she paired with a Catherine Malandrino dress in “Goodbye Columbia.” She wore the orange one, but we have it in a stunning green onyx. C’mon Dan, get it together!

Episode 5 “Goodbye Columbia”:
BOUNKIT Earrings

We wonder whether Little J will return with the same goth punk look or whether she had a makeover over the summer (we are hoping for a makeover). We’ll make sure to catch up with our favourite show again soon. You know you love us! Xoxo.

Shop Gossip Girl jewelry and accessories at SOPHIESCLOSET.COM

October 14, 2010
GIRLS WITH PEARLS

We have been so into classics lately, and it doesn’t get more classic than pearls. Some of fashion’s most iconic images involve pearl accessories, like the elegant Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffany’s. Her character Holly Golightly refused to wear diamonds, deeming them too old (although now, it’s maybe considered the opposite). Then there is also the iconic Coco Chanel, a woman that preferred pearls to any other jewelry.

Far from old-fashioned, pearls are essentially timeless: a beautiful heirloom to pass from generation to generation. Stars today embrace them just as much as in the past, from edgy Rihanna to elegant Sarah Jessica Parker to hip Olivia Palermo and Anne Hathaway to classic Angelina Jolie. Pearls are ‘in’ for everyone.

Rihanna and Sarah Jessica Parker

Two extremely different women, two extremely different pearl necklaces. For Rihanna’s look, try the layered look with Siman Tu’s pearl choker (and if that’s not enough, layer every single pearl necklace you own over it!). For elegant simplicity like Sarah Jessica Parker’s, go with one strand only with David Aubrey’s stunning necklace (it comes with a brooch too for extra POW!). Of course, one could never go wrong with adding a little pearl to our wrists too – we suggest Miram Haskell’s pearl flower bracelet.

SIMAN TU Five Strand Pearl Choker with Coral and Pearl Flower

DAVID AUBREY 32″ Pearl Necklace with Vintage Crystal Brooch

Miriam Haskell Pearl Bracelet

Olivia Palermo, Anne Hathaway

These two young trendsetters both rock pearl earrings, but in very different ways. Olivia Palermo plays it up casual with her pearl studs, her hair down and minimal make-up. For Olivia’s look, we suggest Kenneth Jay Lane pearl earrings with gold rim (it makes them a little more special). At last year’s Oscars, Anne Hathaway worked it Old Hollywood style with a combination of pearls and diamonds. For a similar (but more affordable) effect, we look to glamorous earrings by Jaques Fath.

KENNETH JAY LANE Pearl Cabochon Earrings

JACQUES FATH Bal à Versailles Pearl Earrings

JACQUES FATH Bal à Versailles Long Pearl Drop Earrings

Angelina Jolie

And then there is Angelina Jolie, a woman that seems to adore pearls, seen wearing her Mikimoto earrings and ring on several occasions. We are all for pearl rings: they make such a great visual statement. We especially love them really chunky and preferably surrounded by Swarovski crystals like Jacques Fath’s and Vita Fede’s.

JACQUES FATH Bal à Versailles Large Pearl Ring

VITA FEDE Principe Ring with Pearl and Swarovski Crystals

Loving pearls? We have many more! Visit www.sophiescloset.com to view our complete selection.

September 29, 2010
SILVER SCREEN ICONS

These silver screen stars need no introduction. Half a century later, women, as well as designers, all over the world look to them for inspiration. As stunning as Sophia Loren, Ava Gardner, Grace Kelly and Audrey Hepburn were, so were the jewels they wore. Often adorned in fine jewels by Cartier and Tiffany’s, most Hollywood stars also wore a lot of costume jewelry (first made popular by Coco Chanel in 1940s) by some, at the time popular, designers that we carry at Sophie’s Closet like Sherman, Hattie Carnegie and Dafri. Although we are not sure what these incredible stars are wearing in these photographs, we think they could be pretty close matches to some of our pieces.

Sophia Loren

Vintage Extra Large Gold with Rhinestone Bow Brooch

How incredible is this extra large vintage bow brooch? Take a note from Sophia Loren and decorate your little black dress with it. You know how much we love bows!

Ava Gardner

DAFRI Large Sparkling Vintage Brooch, Toronto 1950s

If only we could get a hold of Ava Gardner’s two-tone jacket, then our look would be complete! Dafri’s vintage brooch is almost a dead ringer! Hailing from Toronto, Canada, Dafri was a very popular jewelry line in 1950s, worn by Toronto and New York socialites.

Grace Kelly

CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Button Earrings, circa 1980s

Like Grace Kelly, Dior is timeless. Although, these earrings date from 1980s, the are very similar in shape to the ones worn by Grace Kelly. Round button earrings are the epitome of sophistication and understated elegance.

Elizabeth Taylor

SHERMAN Vintage Chandelier Earrings, collector pieces

Everyone knows of Elizabeth Taylor’s love of jewelry: this woman owns the world’s biggest diamond! Taylor was sultry and playful: the type of woman that prefers chandelier earrings. We have acquired beautiful sparkly Sherman earrings that we are sure Ms Taylor would love. Also hailing from Canada, Gustave Sherman was one of the first jewelry makers to use Swarovski crystals in lieu of diamonds, making glamorous jewels accessible to everyday women in 1950s and 1960s.

Audrey Hepburn

HATTIE CARNEGIE Pearl Rhinestone Earrings, Circa 1950s

We saved the best for last: the legendary style icon, Audrey Hepburn. Seen here wearing bubbly circle clip-ons with a large stone set in an intricate frame. We have recently sold these Hattie Carnegie vintage earrings from 1950s that resemble Audrey’s. Hattie Carnegie owned a successful shop in New York’s Upper East Side. She was trained a milliner, but quickly found a knack for clothing and jewelry design. Her store was patroned by many Hollywood stars and even the “most elegant woman in the world” at the time, Duchess of Windsor.

Audrey Hepburn

Extra Large Vintage Pearl Centre Earrings, 2×2 inches

We have sold the Hattie Carnegie earrings but, thankfully, Audrey was a big fan of pearls. We have extra large pearl and gold earrings that would look great with one of Audrey’s famous chignons.

Inspired? Visit www.sophiescloset.com to view our complete vintage selection.

September 22, 2010
Sophie’s Closet in HARPER’s BAZAAR

Harper’s Bazaar Arabia (September 2010)

Jewelry from Sophie’s Closet is featured in the September issue of Harper’s Bazaar Arabia with the gorgeous Cameron Diaz on the cover! They highlighted some of our favourite pieces like glamorous vintage Christian Dior jewels and earrings from the red carpet favourite, Bounkit. We couldn’t be more ecstatic!

CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage 1950s brooch and earrings, Signed Chr. Dior 1958 GERMANY

CC SKYE Screw Bracelet

BOUNKIT Pearl Center with Citrine and Pearl

BOUNKIT Earrings with Citrine and Green Onyx

SHERMAN Extra Large Aurora Borealis Earrings, Circa 1950

www.sophiescloset.com

September 4, 2010
Q&A with JOOMI LIM

Freja Beha Erichsen wearing Joomi Lim in Vogue Italia (March 2010)

Designer Joomi Lim has been quite a busy bee lately, and her two collections Joomi NYC and Joomi Lim have both been experiencing a great deal of success across the globe. She is quickly becoming a fashion editor favourite, with her pieces appearing in the pages of Vogue and Instyle. Trend-setting celebrities adore her too: Jessica Alba, Rihanna, and Leighton Meester have all been spotted wearing her jewels. Her collections are now carried at select fashion-forward stores and boutiques around the world, and we are proud to say that Sophie’s Closet is one of them. To learn a bit more about this exciting designer, her inspirations and design process, we did a little Q&A with Joomi Lim herself.

You were a make-up artist before dabbling in jewelry. Was the progression from one creative field to another pretty natural?
Yes, the process was pretty natural. I also designed clothing and lingerie for my own label as well as for Victoria’s Secret as a freelancer. I would also love to design home accessories.

In your website bio, it says that you are “inspired by everything French.” What is it about France or French culture that you find so inspirational?
I feel that French people love all things beautiful. You could see that in everything from their decor, architecture, food, music, furniture and more. It’s so inspiring to see all the little details they put in them. I ask to gift wrap some of my purchases when I shop there even though they are for myself, just because I appreciate their pretty gift wrapping. It makes me feel nice!

Do you have a muse or a style icon in mind when you are designing?
My style icons range from Kate Moss, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Sofia Coppola, to Bridget Bardot to Marie Antoinette.

Pretty Bijoux Ring (AED 490) in Zink magazine (March 2010)

Can you briefly describe your design process?
My design process varies from collection to collection. Sometimes I sketch specific designs and execute them exactly. This process is especially neccessary when working with contractors. They pretty much follow your designs so it has to be very detailed. But most of the time, I buy many different type of materials (whatever I am feeling for the season) and start playing with them. This to me is the most fun way to design. I get to explore and come up with lots of great surprises.

How has your partner/husband Xavier’s background in industrial design influenced you recent work?
Xavier loves to work with different materials and innovative processes. We recently introduced the Ti22 collection which is his baby, so to speak. He found this titanium coating process, which is truly amazing. Our jewelry can now be coated with a lot of beautiful colors in titanium that you can’t get with regular electro plating. At the moment, you don’t see this process anywhere else in the jewelry industry. I, of course, brought my design style to this collection. And you could clearly see our collaboration in this collection more so than others.

Spiked bangles and Ti22 collection in Teen Vogue (May 2010)

Spiked Gold Bangles (AED 420, AED 470)

Your collections range from pretty girlie headbands to classic pearl pieces to geometric spike bangles. Does this reflect your own chameleon-like style?
I love mixing styles. I could be wearing the nicest dress but with my Converse. Or simple jeans with a crystal jeweled statement necklace. My personal style is definitely unconventional and you see some of this come through in my collections-like the mixing of spikes and pearls.

Can you tells us a little bit about your personal style?
Casual Chic!

Blair Waldorf famously wore your headbands on Gossip Girl and we are huge fans of the show. Are you a fan of the show? If yes, which character do you most relate to?
I am a fan of the show as well. I can’t say that I relate to anyone in particular but Blair is my favorite character in the show.

Blair Waldorf wearing the Pearl Headband (AED 240)

Your pieces were recently featured in Teen Vogue and Vogue Italia, Jessica Alba has been seen sporting your spike bangles all around Hollywood – was there a particular moment that you are extremely proud of?
It’s always great to see our work in the press. I especially loved seeing our work on Jessica Alba. I think she’s one of the coolest celebs in the business. I am more flattered than proud I think.

Jessica Alba wearing Spiked Bracelets in gunmetal (AED 320)

Rihanna wearing Spiked Pearl Necklace (AED 720)

We are honored to have found out that you named your “Sophie’s Boudoir” collection after Sophie’s Closet. Can you tell us a little bit more about the collection.
The collection is made with pearls and Swarovski Crystal. It’s simple, yet very whimsical and elegant. I noticed that Sophie really likes our jewelry collections made with pearls. So when I started this pearl hair accessories collection, I thought the Sophie’s Boudoir name would be perfect. BTW, this collection is still in progress. I am planning on adding more styles!

Pearl headband from Joomi Lim’s “Sophie’s Boudoir” collection (coming soon)

What’s next for Joomi Lim?
Xavier and I would love to have a candle and other home accessories collection. But this is a long term goal. I think it’s important for us to make our jewelry and hair business solid first.

To view our entire Joomi Lim selection, visit www.shopatsophiescloset.com.

June 28, 2010
JENNIFER BEHR

Jennifer Behr, Designer

Remember when headbands and headpieces were not in style? Life was bland and boring. But then Jennifer Behr came and re-introduced headbands back into our lives. Soon after, they were on Gossip Girl, on the fashionable pages of Vogue and Instyle, and on the gorgeous heads of Hollywood celebrities. They are, hopefully, making their way into your accessory drawer because it’s our firm belief that every woman should own something by Jennifer Behr.

Jennifer Behr Knotted Crystal

A trained milliner, Jennifer Behr designs an intricate range of headpieces from hair pins to veils. They cover a great spectrum of styles, from daytime casual, to punk-rock chic, to evening elegant, to bridal. She calls them “21st century crowns” (we love that term!). And they are just as beautiful as crowns, sparkling with gorgeous crystals. Each piece is handmade in her Brooklyn studio, maintaining the luxurious craftsmanship.

“Making accessories by hand is incredibly important to me. I believe anything created by hand carries a soul in it that resonates with people.” – Jennifer Behr, Martha Stewart Weddings (February 2010)

Jennifer Behr Double Crystal Scallop Headwrap

Inspired by Old Hollywood glamour and the 1920s “flapper era,” Jennifer Behr created her signature look of accessories that echo the golden age of Hollywood but with a very contemporary twist. It’s no wonder that sophisticated actresses like Natalie Portman, January Jones, Amy Adams, and Maggie Gyllenhaall look for Jennifer Behr accessories for all the major events.

Jennifer Behr Crystal Figure 8 and Chain

Instyle (January 2010)

Jennifer Behr Overlapping Crystal Twist

Natalie Portman

Jennifer Behr Crystal Wing Bobby Pin

Natalie Portman

There are the more casual pieces too. We especially love the sailor-inspired ones with stripes and knots. These headpieces are a perfect way to spice up any outfit and could look adorable with just a T-shirt and jeans. It makes us want to plan a holiday in the French Riviera. And then, right after, go to some fabulous ball! That’s what we love about Jennifer Behr: there is a headpiece for every occasion. We can’t get enough!

Jennifer Behr Petite Crystals and Pearls on Grosgrain Headwrap

Jennifer Behr Sailor’s Knot Gold

Blair Waldorf of Gossip Girl (thank you for bringing headbands back!)

Vogue (June 2009)

Harper’s Bazaar (June 2009)

We are also really excited to carry the upcoming F/W 2010 collection. It’s gorgeous! We can’t wait to share it with you!

www.sophiescloset.com

June 22, 2010