since my camera worked!!!
Which is probably why I'm not blogging as much. I had all of these grand ideas for taking pics of things I see that are inspirational or wonderful or frightening...and they are all captured (without a way to escape!) in my camera.
Re: The dress/shoe conundrum:
I found a gorgeous pair of dark fuchsia (magenta, perhaps) suede (I know, I know, not Spring/Summer appropriate, even if it's evening) ruffle-topped peep-toe pumps that were PERFECT. I then paired that lacy LBD with a pair of understated (yet GORG!) Judith Ripka pink quartz and pink sapphire with white diamond earrings! A very new-to-me Judy also came into my life the night of my friend's wedding--Judith Leiber! A coworker purchased the pink Swarovski-d bag a while ago, and while she won't allow her own daughter to borrow it, I've proven my ability to appreciate care for the expensive. :)
I'm waiting for the photographer to post her pictures so I can steal them and repost.
Meanwhile...what questions do you have for me? Summer is around the corner--any fashion faux pas you want to avoid? Wondering about white, linen, rafia, or cork? Comment your questions and I'll get to them!
Showing posts with label Judith Ripka. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Judith Ripka. Show all posts
Thursday, May 14, 2009
Thursday, April 9, 2009
Judith Ripka!!!
Picture this:
It's the last night of the Dallas Opera for the Lovers and Scoundrels season, and for the Dallas Opera to perform at Fair Park Music Hall. I have to work all day, and have decided to wear my evening outfit to work, with evening updates in my bag. Grey menswear pinstripe modifiedsweetheart neckline strapless dress ( BR). Pewter python Tahari strappy sandals. My great-grandmother's lambswool with mink collar evening jacket.
My jewelry was work appropriate and fun for the evening--every strand of pearl I owned!
It was not, however, glam. Or Judith Ripka.
While at work. the very sweet Katie came in to shop. She was wearing a fabulous green amythest Judith Ripka ring--and when I complimented her, she suggested I swing by the store. When I mentioned that it was Closing Night, she told me to come over to borrow jewelry.
That's, right. She was offering the glitz that lay inside the glass cases!
As I (shakily) walked over to the store, I thought about what could possibly lie ahead: a JR ring, perhaps the JR necklace I talked about before, maybe earrings?
What happened was more than I could have imagined!
Katie asked that I take off all the jewelry I was wearing. She then began handing me bauble after bauble, an earring, a larger earring, a choker, a drop necklace, a cuff, a ring, a different necklace...
Before I knew it, I was wearing $60,000 worth of Judith Ripka 18k white gold and diamonds!
Katie asked for my phone number and asked that I return the jewelry Sunday afternoon. That was it! She trusted me to properly represent the brand (and promote it if given the opportunity)--which I was happy to carry!!
To mark the occasion--for myself and for posterity--my very talented Tenor, Steve, did a photoshoot of me and the jewels against the artful backdrop of Deep Ellum.
Enjoy!
It's the last night of the Dallas Opera for the Lovers and Scoundrels season, and for the Dallas Opera to perform at Fair Park Music Hall. I have to work all day, and have decided to wear my evening outfit to work, with evening updates in my bag. Grey menswear pinstripe modifiedsweetheart neckline strapless dress ( BR). Pewter python Tahari strappy sandals. My great-grandmother's lambswool with mink collar evening jacket.
My jewelry was work appropriate and fun for the evening--every strand of pearl I owned!
It was not, however, glam. Or Judith Ripka.
While at work. the very sweet Katie came in to shop. She was wearing a fabulous green amythest Judith Ripka ring--and when I complimented her, she suggested I swing by the store. When I mentioned that it was Closing Night, she told me to come over to borrow jewelry.
That's, right. She was offering the glitz that lay inside the glass cases!
As I (shakily) walked over to the store, I thought about what could possibly lie ahead: a JR ring, perhaps the JR necklace I talked about before, maybe earrings?
What happened was more than I could have imagined!
Katie asked that I take off all the jewelry I was wearing. She then began handing me bauble after bauble, an earring, a larger earring, a choker, a drop necklace, a cuff, a ring, a different necklace...
Before I knew it, I was wearing $60,000 worth of Judith Ripka 18k white gold and diamonds!
Katie asked for my phone number and asked that I return the jewelry Sunday afternoon. That was it! She trusted me to properly represent the brand (and promote it if given the opportunity)--which I was happy to carry!!
To mark the occasion--for myself and for posterity--my very talented Tenor, Steve, did a photoshoot of me and the jewels against the artful backdrop of Deep Ellum.
Enjoy!
Friday, October 24, 2008
Judith Ripka
If you would like to enjoy a truly "Highland Park Village" experience, and not be guilted by sales associates who recognize you do not have the funding to be in their store, go to Judith Ripka.
Katie has been the sales associate/jewelry connoisseur I have worked with the times I have visited. She understands that not everybody who walks in her door has the appropriate budget, but also understands that diamonds are a girl's best friend and encourages trying on.
You will see local legends and Hollywood stars alike donning the gilt and glitter that Judith Ripka has to offer. From Cindy Crawford to Kate Hudson to Lisa Edelstein, glamour girls from the runway and the big and small screens recognize the talent, versatility, and statement that Judith Ripka so effortlessly makes.
Some may compare Ripka to David Yurman. I find this connection both a positive and a negative. Yes, both Ripka and Yurman utilize lab-created gemstones to guarantee depth of color and quality; however, Ripka has a much softer, more romantic side than does the chain-burdened and often heavy-handed Yurman. I would much rather compare Ripka to Van Cleef and Arpels, with a dash of Tiffany & Co., and a generous helping of her unique style.
My favorites?
The Jubilee Necklace 18k gold with small diamond accents, 17" $4550
The Garland Ring sterling silver and 18K gold with small diamond accents $500
and the non-pictured Clover necklace
I predict that Judith Ripka's signature Clover (available in the Dallas bourtique) will soon have the same status and demand as the Elsa Peretti Bean.
Katie has been the sales associate/jewelry connoisseur I have worked with the times I have visited. She understands that not everybody who walks in her door has the appropriate budget, but also understands that diamonds are a girl's best friend and encourages trying on.
You will see local legends and Hollywood stars alike donning the gilt and glitter that Judith Ripka has to offer. From Cindy Crawford to Kate Hudson to Lisa Edelstein, glamour girls from the runway and the big and small screens recognize the talent, versatility, and statement that Judith Ripka so effortlessly makes.
Some may compare Ripka to David Yurman. I find this connection both a positive and a negative. Yes, both Ripka and Yurman utilize lab-created gemstones to guarantee depth of color and quality; however, Ripka has a much softer, more romantic side than does the chain-burdened and often heavy-handed Yurman. I would much rather compare Ripka to Van Cleef and Arpels, with a dash of Tiffany & Co., and a generous helping of her unique style.
My favorites?
The Jubilee Necklace 18k gold with small diamond accents, 17" $4550
The Garland Ring sterling silver and 18K gold with small diamond accents $500and the non-pictured Clover necklace
I predict that Judith Ripka's signature Clover (available in the Dallas bourtique) will soon have the same status and demand as the Elsa Peretti Bean.
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