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Did you ever have something when you were little that you just never took off? like no matter what, even when you clearly had grown out of it. And one day Mom decides to toss it, hoping you won’t notice for a few days and will think it was lost. Of course little does she know you notice the second it’s missing from your laundry pile. Hm. Anyways, we all have something that we feel naked without! I only got my arabic name plate a few years ago, but I never take it off. Why do we get so attached to these items? It’s like they become a part of our identity.

Lanyard. Braid bib strap. Designer Philip O’Sullivan updates the classic camp friendship bracelet with intricate handmade pieces made from hiking rope and finished with gunmetal hardware. O’Sullivan hand makes each piece in his Williamsburg studio. Get it now on SALE at Acrimony here, for $113.

Crystal and Acrylic Board Chain Necklace

Machine-age deco style is translated into a chunky, icy statement necklace. Clear plexi and gleaming silvertone metal plates create a dimensional effect, scattered with glittering round and baguette rhinestones and set with a large central faceted stone surrounded by iridescent crystals. Available at chickdowntown here, retailing for $170.00.

Pearls Bib Necklace in Black

Frosty faux pearls create a chic snowfall effect, set on a field of jet black cotton crochet lace and suspended by matching grosgrain ribbon ties. Style it with a sweater or tee. Available at chickdowntown here, retailing for $134.00.

I don’t like to hate, in fact, I encourage positive criticism, but there is only so much that can go by without something having to be said. My “FAIL” posts are kept to a minimum, and I think the reason why I post it at all depends on expectations. I appreciate the outlandish, but sometimes if you push it too far, it just isn’t fun anymore. The fun part is playing Monkey in the Middle between being serious and being playful, between simplicity and extravagance. But maybe that’s just me. It’s certainly not the case for Jeremy Scott. I can not say I’m a fan of this Jeremy Scott X Adidas collab. I really can not think of words to say about this Tiger get-up…. and the triple tongued Addidas??? Gag me.

A look at some of Jeremy Scott’s other FAILS…

And his SUCCESS. This is what you get when you blend the class of Longchamp with the quirkiness of Jeremy Scott….

The Peace Pendant

The Live Life Pendant

Bullets Necklace

GoodWood brings you this affordable line of fresh necklaces and two, and three finger rings. Check out GoodWood’s jewelry collection available at Karmaloop here.

Ksubi presents their 2010 eyewear collection. Vintage-inspired, modern edge.

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Gladiator Spike Rhinestone Earrings . Retailing for $150.

Pyramid Totem Knuckle Buster (Metal). Retailing for $92.

Wrap Your Stones Earrings-Olive. Retailing for $187.

The Reed Backpack features a canvas body with leather details at the base, front pocket edge, zipper pulls, and a zip-up cell phone pocket on the right strap. Inside – lightly padded laptop pocket, a logo leather patch on the front, and a large logo embroidery on the back. And it’s only $58??! I approve this buy. I would go for the black, but that’s just me. Available at Karmaloop.

I love the idea of this Down Scarf by Nau. It offers the warmth of down in a compressible, low-profile design. It’s long enough to tie, and the best part….. hidden zipper pockets at each end to double as hand warmers. And let’s be honest, what isn’t exciting about pockets?! Get it in Granite Stripe, Rosin Stripe or Sparrow Stripe. Retailing for $65. Get it here.

Vintage Christian Dior Sunglasses

These authentic vintage Christian Dior sunglasses feature a square plastic frame. Ribbed metal accents with ‘CD’ lettering at temples. Available at Shopbop.

Vintage Paloma Picasso Sunglasses

Authentic vintage Paloma Picasso sunglasses feature a square plastic frame. Contrast logo at right temple and contrast enameled accents at temple edges. Also available at Shopbop.