Floral prints are always a welcome treat after the cold and slush of late winter, and this spring they’re very prominent. Here are a few floral ideas to get you thinking about the warm weather to come.

A bright floral dress is the perfect way to welcome springtime. This bright pink D&G Floral Print Stretch Cotton Dress is made in a cotton / elastane blend that has the comfort of cotton, plus a little “give” to move with you. It has an inset waist and a long zipper in back, so it’s form fitting without being tight. It would be perfect to wear to a spring wedding!

Where there are flowers there are often butterflies, and this adorable bracelet by Juicy Couture is the perfect spring accessory. It features a logo-stamped butterfly charm painted with a floral print. The bracelet itself is chunky chain link with a toggle closure. Great with the floral dress mentioned above or with jeans.

For a date with your sweetheart of a drive in the country, this Cardigan Jacket & Seamed Floral-Print Mini Skirt is just right. The cardigan is denim with gathered navy trim in satin and a shawl collar. A simple heather-gray tank is just right underneath. The skirt is a mostly blue floral print in a straight “pencil” style with banded waste.

These 7 For All Mankind “Roxanne”destroyed jeans have a floral print that shows up behind the distressing on these jeans for a casual, playful feel. These would be perfect with a fitted pink tee or a lacy white blouse.

Here’s a luxurious floral scarf made in a 50-50 wool-silk blend. It’s very soft, bright blue with a white floral print. It would make the perfect “belt” for the jeans mentioned above, or worn around the neck to set off a classic white tee.

With this pretty polyurethane floral printed wallet by Diesel, you’ll be reminded of spring every time you open your handbag. It has an all-over floral print, fold-over front, and several inner card pockets as well as a zip pocket for change.

Actress Alexis Dziena attends the Rebecca Taylor Fall 2010 Fashion Show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at The Salon at Bryant Park on February 14, 2010 in New York City.

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Entourage and When in Rome star Alezis Dziena in Lisa Stewart’s Gold Cut Out Swirl Pattern Hoops and Gold Vintage
Link Chain necklace.

Lisa Stewart Cut Out Swirl Pattern Hoops – $70

Lisa Stewart Vintage Link Chain necklace – $320

Source: lisastewartonline.com

Stella McCartney Debuts A Limited-Edition Solid Perfume Necklace

Think: Classic STELLA in a modern necklace.

What it is: A fashionable take on fragrance. With the introduction of her limited-edition STELLA necklace, Stella McCartney lets you wear the cult favorite fragrance in more way than one. Tucked away in a round locket stamped with the Stella McCartney logo, the fragrance is always at your fingertips when you wear it around your neck.

The embellished necklace allows for a discreet dab of perfume at any moment-a sensual embodiment of STELLA’s inherent femininity and mystery. Just slyly slide open the charm to apply a hint of STELLA anytime, anywhere-the sensual scent goes wherever you do.

Inspired by a ripe rose on the verge of wilting, STELLA is a study in the contrast of strength and fragility, evoking the traditional femininity and sensuality of the rose with a dynamic, modern spirit. The head notes feature Rose Essence infused with Peony Flower and Mandarin Essence to form a harmony of seduction, delicacy and confidence. An intense heart of Rose Absolute leads to a carnal, sexy base of Amber that embraces the skin.

What it costs: $49

Where to find it: Sephora and Sephora.com

You’ve probably noticed that jewelry this season isn’t shy. Big, chunky cocktail rings and necklaces full of details are on the hands and necks of fashionable women everywhere. With a little forethought, you can wear this trend with the best of them and confidently rock the statement jewelry.

Juicy Couture has a reputation for unabashed femininity, and their multi-strand chain necklace is a fine example. With touches in metal, fabric, and beading, it’s the kind of necklace that works great with weekend wear or on casual Fridays.

Newport News has a goldplated multi-chain mesh-covered beads accented with a mesh flower applique that shows a softer side of feminity. This would look beautiful against a fitted black top, and would be set off beautifully by wearing your hair in an updo.

The ASOS statement multi-chain and bead necklace is a very bold style that would work great with this season’s bomber jackets. With one jewelry piece this bold, it’s best to keep other jewelry simple and at a minimum.

Ben-Amun multi-chain necklace with purple enamel flower is the kind of special occasion jewelry you can see handing down to your daughter one day. A black velvet top, jeans, and black boots would set this lovely necklace off beautifully.

If you want to wear this trend, but are a little more reserved, then the ASOS long asymmetric multi-layer snake chain necklace is perfect for you. With its plaited detail, it captures attention more quietly, and goes with everything from jeans and a turtleneck to you best work dresses.

The Alice + Olivia long crystal chain necklace is a fun, young piece that says you love jewelry and you’re not afraid to show it. Like with most other statement jewelry, it’s a good idea to keep other jewelry simple when you’re wearing this necklace.

Statement jewelry adds a touch of brightness and levity to the cold winter season. Just don’t overdo it, or you’ll end up feeling like you’re wearing snow chains!

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Get the distinctive look of Miley’s wave shaped ring with Skinny.

Wave Ring – $45.00

Source: skinnystyle.com

Christine Mighion, jewelry designer from Indiana, realized her calling in jewelry design after taking a metalsmithing class at a local museum. Soon after, she started selling her jewelry at local galleries, designs that go beautifully with favorite old jeans and a tee, as well as with a dressed up look.

She is also dedicated to being socially and environmentally responsible, choosing suppliers associated with ethical and environmentally safe mining practices. She also supports national charitable organizations like the Ronald McDonald House, as well as arts organizations and environmental organizations.

All her pieces are made from recycled 14K gold and stones that have been responsibly mined. Prices range from under $100 to $670.

A perfect example of “goes with everything” beauty are her 14K Gold Lotus Petal and Tanzanie Hoop earrings. Each gold lotus petal features a dainty 2.5 mm tanzanite stone. The petals are all handmade from molten gold. The petals and hoops have been hammered to have a gorgeous matte satin finish for a beautiful, modern look. These would be at home with your everyday work clothes as well as your casual weekend pieces.

A perfect Valentine’s gift would be Christine Mighion’s 14K Gold Lotus Petal and Tanzanite Necklace. Beautifully coordinated with the earrings, this 18 inch, 14K gold ball chain features a 3 mm tanzanite stone on a gold lotus petal. Because each petal is made by hand, no two are alike. All lotus petals have a matte satin finish.

Speaking of Valentine’s Day, wouldn’t it be fabulous to receive this 14K Gold and Rhodolite Garnet Stacking Ring Set? Made from recycled 14K gold, one of the bands has on 3 mm garnet and the other band has one 3 mm garnet and another 2.5 mm garnet. Bands are 2 mm wide and have been hammered to a matte satin finish. You could wear this every day and it would never look out of place.

Valentine’s Day will be here before we know it, so it’s time to start dropping some hints!

Statement jewelry is big this winter. Women have put away their small, delicate chains and bracelets and brought out the pieces that people notice, and wrap rings are a perfect example of statement jewelry for the hand. These complex, eye-catching rings go the extra mile in decorating your fingers.

One perfect example is this silver metal wrap ring by Freedom at Topshop. With black enamel and crystal stone detailing, this ring looks dressy and confident, and goes great with your more serious work clothes, or with dressy outfits you’d wear on a date.

If you want a big variety of wrap rings to choose from, then Shopstyle.com has loads of them, like the Janna Conner gold large pear wire wrapped golden shadow Swarovski ring. In gold plate with a gorgeous caramel colored Swarovski crystal, you’ll wear this with jeans, with a suit, or out to dinner. The oversized ASOS Smooth Wrap-around Metal Ring has simpler design, but is just as stunning.

The Oasis Stone Wrap Look Ring is about as close as you can get to a little tiara for your hands. The swirled wrap style is very flattering to most hands, lengthening the fingers and giving a classy, elegant look.

If you’re loving your bomber jacket or studded boots this winter (and who wouldn’t?) you’ll find that this sterling silver dragon that slithers up your finger a striking addition to a slightly “tough-girl” look. Designed by John Hardy, this ring is for the woman who wants to make a statement of unapologetic up-to-the-minute style.

If you want to add a little star power to your accessories, this Blu Bijoux Star Ring is perfect. Made with shimmery Austrian crystals on silver plate, this fabulous ring is one that your friends will all wish they had first.

Kara Ross’ Exotic Cuff Bracelets – TheFind Blog

A Few Goody Gumdrops gets cuffed with Alexis Bittar’s Hand Painted Red Lucite Cuff !

Bags, Bling & Beauty recommends this bold enamel Kelly Cuff for Spring.

Being High Maintenance, not Bitchy says that cuffs are the new statement necklace

Couture In The City shows us various styles  to cuff our wrist.

Fashion Fille shows off her favorite designer cuffs for the season.

Fashion Hippo finds warm and chic infinity scarves to style through the winter

Princess Dominique is crazy about VINTAGE and FILIGREE cuff bracelets they DOLL UP every wardrobe!

Quinta Trends reviews a new summer trend: cuff bracelets

Raging Rouge suggests you unleash your inner goddess with this Adele Cuff Bracelet.

Shopping and Info loves Yves Saint Laurent bracelet cuffs for Spring 2010.

SomeoneSpoilMe.com loves Crystal Cuffs for Spring 2010.

Style Eyesshows her favourite delicate, filigree and vintage style cuffs in her post Enough Cuff.

StyleMaven has searched high and low for the ultimate lizard cuff bracelet – The Bottega Veneta Silver Plated Lizard Cuff.

The Bare Skinny shows you 50 Ways to get Cuffed

The Curvy Fashionista eyes the cuff trend for the fashionably curvy with trend alert Up to Cuff for Spring!

TheFind Blog is obsessing over the chic and edgy python and stingray cuffs from NYC designer Kara Ross.

Don’t forget to check out next weeks edition of Shopping and Goodies!

It isn’t just rings that go big this season, it’s bracelets too. It only makes sense that heavier clothing works better with heavier jewelry this winter. Cuff bracelets are accessorizing outfits everywhere, and lucky for us they exist in every possible price range.

Here’s proof that “substantial” doesn’t mean unfeminine. The Isharya 18-karat gold plated filigree cuff with cubic zirconia and freshwater pearls is a lovely filigree bracelet that can hold its own with the dressiest winter outfits you can put together. You’ll probably want to minimize other jewelry when you wear a piece this fabulous.

Another “statement” cuff is this hammered brass one by Subversive. It features a cluster of vintage charms and is adjustable to fit perfectly. Made from brass, faux pearls, vintage charms, and a vintage brooch, it measures 3.5 inches wide.

For the girl who likes the unexpected, here’s a slightly retro metal cuff that’s semi-adjustable. From Forever 21, it has a curvy, hourglass shape, and is dotted with a stippled design. It measures 3.75 inches in width and 6.25 inches in length and is available in silver or gold finish.

Another bold, feminine look is this wide black leather cuff with rhinestones from Lori’s Shoes. It’s seriously crusted in rhinestones so that it catches the light and sparkles. But it’s paired with no-nonsense black leather, giving it gravitas and proving you’re a grown-up. Glamorous, but edgy, it’s a great inexpensive splurge or a great Valentine’s Day gift.

This season we can’t seem to get enough of things that sparkle, as these crystal jewelry pieces attest.

Boutique to You is taking preorders for the CC Skye Crystal Angel Wing Necklace that you might have seen on Rihanna. All your friends will be asking where you got it.

At Bluefly you can find this Chamak by Priya Kakkar set of five white crystal pave bangles. Bold and eye-catching, these bangles dress up any outfit.

The Fenton-Fallon for J. Crew Carrington crystal bow necklace is crafted from Swarovski crystals and Czech stones. It’s finished with two hand-dyed and hand-tyed silk ribbons.

How about a new crystal-encrusted watch? It’s jewelry, and it’s practical. This embellished steel, bracelet style watch from Emporio Armani features crystal detail.

Since rings are big this year both literally and figuratively, you can’t go wrong with this Sorrelli Crystal Cluster Ring. It’s available in cranberry, amaretto, milky way, and super multi.

So get out there and sparkle! We need every bit of brightness we can get this time of year.