I’m leaving Paris today, which means I’m going to cry at some point. I always cry when I leave Paris! One of the highlights of the trip was getting together with gorgeous blogger Susu of Susu Paris Chic. We met on a busy street corner near City Hall and I was worried that I would…
Jewelry
New Jewelry Collection: Memento Mori Skulls in 18K Gold
Because of the soaring prices of gold and silver, many jewelers are using less metal in their work. That means a knuckleduster-size ring feels surprisingly light considering how big it looks. My jewelry has always been about heft, because I like the feel — not just the appearance — of luxury. I have pieces that…
Jewel of the Month: Hashtag Ring for #peoplewhotweet
Are you #addictedtoTwitter? Show your love by wearing my sterling-silver hashtag ring. Originally, the hashtag ring was only available as part of my four-ring swear-ring set, but due to popular demand, I’ve given it a solo role. (Don’t forget to follow me on Twitter at @WendyBrandes.) The swear-ring set previously led to two other designs:…
What Wendy Wore This Weekend: Celebrating the Undead
Once again, I’m thankful that gorgeous blogger and bossypants Jennine from The Coveted told me last year to post more outfit pictures. It comes in handy when I’m working on a couple of complicated posts only to realize it’s Monday and I’ve got nothing ready for publication. But wait! I wore something! Instant post. I…
Alice Olive: Gorgeous Blogger, Jewelry Wearer, Photographer
I’m doing some extra-special work on my promised post about gold. In the meantime, you should check out the work of gorgeous blogger/photographer Alice Olive. I’m flattered that she’s a fan of my jewelry, and I’ve used her photos on my website. Today, she posted a lovely self-portrait in which she’s wearing my silver Cleopatra…
Buy Gold and Your Investment Will Double Overnight. Promise!
A couple of weeks ago, I emailed a manufacturer about producing a pendant that I last made in 2009. I never got a reply, so when I went to visit him about an engagement ring I was working on, I asked, “What’s up with that pendant?” He turned green. He really did! Not solid, Kermit-the-frog,…
WendyB Earrings in W Magazine
Get ready to run to the nearest newsstand to snatch up W Magazine‘s July issue with Beyonce on the cover. Superstar stylist George Cortina, who did the rock-icon-inspired “Hit Parade” story, dressed model Joan Smalls as Prince in a Balmain jacket and … my Matilda sword earrings. Woot! Thanks, George! Here’s my own photo of…
Let Your Fingers Do the Walking on Instagram
Here is my latest nail look by celebrity manicurist Tracylee Percival. We’re calling this one “Tutti Frutti.” The colors are all by Gelish. Starting at the thumb, they are Tiger Blossom, Passion, Gossip Girl, High Bridge and Light Elegant. I’m wearing my own ring designs: the Siobhan perma-stacked stacking ring and the Gravity. Last year,…
Jewel of the Month: Cleves Swan-Wing Earrings
In 2007, I proved that Anne of Cleves, the fourth wife of Henry VIII, was a damn genius. Geniuses are very inspiring, so I created an 18K gold and onyx necklace in Anne’s honor. The necklace features a swan because Anne was born in Schwanenburg (Swan Castle). I was so taken with my Cleves swan…
Yes, She Has No Bananas!
Gorgeous blogger Susan of Style Made by Hand recently acquired my silver and sapphire lotus necklace. Then she drew herself wearing it! Susan says she much prefers the delicate lotus necklace to something chunky — like a collar of bananas. These lovely drawings illustrate a very thoughtful post on discovering one’s style. See what Susan…