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JEWELRY LIFE HACK: No Knot Necklace & Jewelry Carrier For Tangle-Free Jewelry Storage

November 4, 2017 · 9 Comments

Love to wear long or multi-tiered necklaces? Have a handmade, delicate or heirloom piece you want to keep free of tangles and scratches while traveling? Whether you’re traveling for a destination wedding, business trip, or just as a space-saving home solution at home, the No Knot Necklace Jewelry Carrier keeps your jewelry safe and tangle free.

No Knot Necklace Jewelry Carrier

OVERVIEW

The No Knot Necklace Carrier is a space saving jewelry storage solution for travel and home. Its’ award-winning patented design won the 2015 InventHelp ® Gold Merit Award. No Knot holds various jewelry pieces in padded compartments including storage space for multiple necklaces ranging from 15 to 24 inches long.

Hold earrings, pins, necklaces and rings tangle-free in this multi-pocket organizer

THE LOOK: NO KNOT DESIGN AESTHETIC

Cloth folded carrier with an outside decorative pattern. The pattern seen here is “Tropical Vacation” a bright teal green with a white leaf tropical pattern and aqua blue border, but it also comes in red cherry blossoms on a tiffany aqua blue background, as well as a black and silver gray geometric pattern.

Tropical Vacation patterned No Knot Necklace Jewelry Carrier

INTERIOR DESIGN LAYOUT

The No Knot Necklace Jewelry Carrier folds lengthwise to encase two rows of padded pockets.

One row has two small deep pockets for earrings, rings, pins, clips, and brooches.

POCKET CLOSE UP: The side with three small pockets can hold pins, earrings, rings, clips, and some bracelets

Earrings in one of the three mini padded pockets that close securely with strong velcro

LONG POCKET: The row has one long pocket for holding larger and longer items such as necklaces, bracelets, clips, long dangling earrings and hair jewelry. This pocket is ideal for necklaces with a large focal point piece or choker necklaces

LONG NECKLACES

Long necklace with a large focal piece in the long pocket side

Use the long pocket to hold chains longer than 24 inches, such as this vintage Sterling necklace with a large but delicate focal piece at the end of the drop.

CHOKERS

Choker necklaces also fit perfectly into the secure padded long pocket

Choker necklace in the long pocket

NECKLACE COMPARTMENT

The center has an innovative compartment the loops each necklace in the safe padded compartment to keep it from tangling up upon itself or other necklaces. By looping the necklace or necklaces in this compartment, it not only keeps it tangle-free but the soft padding keeps focal pieces or gemstones safe from scratches or damage and away from other necklaces.

Innovative compartment of the No Knot Necklace Jewelry Carrier that keeps necklaces tangle free

HOW TO PUT A NECKLACE INTO THE NO KNOT CENTER COMPARTMENT

STEP ONE: Unclasp the necklace. Drop one end of the chain into one of the square compartment openings while holding the other end

STEP TWO: Feed the necklace down the length of the compartment until it comes out the other end.

STEP THREE: Grab both ends and re-clasp the necklace

Done! The No Knot can hold multiple necklaces at once and still keep them tangle free.

IDEAL FOR HANDMADE OR BULKY HAND STRUNG BEADED JEWELRY

Beaded and handmade jewelry can be delicate and not necessarily fit into a drawstring bag due to the size of the beads. But handmade necklaces, such as this piece, fit perfectly onto the No Knot without damaging the threadwork or beading.

Keep beaded gemstones with delicate threadwork safe and tangle free

SIZING

While ideal for carrying jewelry while traveling, No Knot fits nicely into a handbag, suitcase, gym bag, overnight bag, or as storage in a dresser or vanity drawer. The discrete size and shape of the No Knot make it easy to have your jewelry with you at all times if you prefer to keep valuables with you instead of leaving them in a hotel room or in the hotel vault.

The No Knot zips closed into a conveniently sized case that fits into a bag, gym bag, suitcase or home storage

Thin profile with sturdy zipper

Another use I found for the No Knot Necklace Carrier Jewelry Carrier is keeping jewelry in a safety deposit box. Most of the smaller safety deposit boxes are too narrow or short to hold the original gift box for a necklace, which makes it tempting to put valuable necklaces in a less safe container than the original gift box for storage. This can subject the necklace to scratches and damage. The No Knot not only fits in a small safety deposit box, but it keeps family jewelry securely packed without scratches or tangling even in a smaller safety deposit box.

CONSTRUCTION

It is well made of strong weave, padded material and sturdy construction with impeccable stitching.

Sturdy construction, strong, stick-free zipper, and padded pockets with velcro attachments to not scratch jewelry

MY EXPERIENCE

It is very easy to loop the necklaces into place, and it works very well. When I first heard about No Knot, two necklaces immediately came to mind. One is my grandmother’s diamond necklace that typically only comes out for special occasions and the other is a modern necklace that has lots of extended hanging adornments that always get entangled onto itself. Both necklaces remained tangle-free in the No Knot.

Trying other necklaces, it easily holds necklaces of various lengths from chokers to longer chains without tangling and my focal pieces stayed protected and scratch-free.

My necklaces stay tangle free and it is so easy to pack the No Knot Necklace Carrier Jewelry Carrier

Rings, pins, cufflinks, and earrings and other jewelry fit easily into the small pockets, and the long pocket held chain bracelets and bangles.

My Great-grandmother’s watch and fob protected in a No Knot padded pocket

MAKE A GREAT GIFT

Do you know a bride with an upcoming destination wedding? A frequent traveler? A super-organized jewelry lover? Someone who makes and wears their own beaded jewelry? No Knot makes a great gift.

Fits into a handbag, carry-on or suitcase

CONCLUSION

The No Knot Necklace Carrier Jewelry Carrier is an attractive, convenient, innovative way to keep your necklaces tangle-free, scratch free and safe while traveling or stored at home. If you need to buy a gift for someone you don’t know someone well but have seen them wear jewelry, you can’t go wrong with the No Knot.

No Knot Jewelry Holder keeps necklaces tangle free and your jewelry secure and safe

WHERE TO BUY IT

Find the No Knot Necklace Carrier Jewelry Carrier at Amazon here: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01NCWTUSI

From now until November 30th, you can get 20% off your purchase of one item with code 2UNT2CNA

No Knot Necklace Carrier Jewelry Carrier keeps long necklaces tangle-free!

Style Chicks received the No Knot Necklace Carrier Jewelry Carrier in exchange for our unbiased review and received compensation for our time and effort. However, our experience with the product and the opinions expressed in this review are 100% ours.

PORTABLE YET PRETTY AROMATHERAPY: BOUTIQUELOVIN Aromatherapy Essential Oil Diffuser Necklace

September 2, 2017 · Leave a Comment

Want to harness the power of aromatherapy when you are away from your home oil diffuser, such as at work, at school, or while traveling? BOUTIQUELOVIN designed a necklace to do just that: it’s an essential oil diffuser necklace that allows for personal aromatherapy wherever you go.

BOUTIQUELOVIN Aromatherapy Necklace allows for personal aromatherapy on the go

WHY PORTABLE AROMATHERAPY

Aromatherapy can invigorate, calm, uplift, provide clarity and concentration, dissipate food odors, and energize us. But not all environments will allow a diffuser, including an office, school, library or fitness center. Most essential oils are too powerful to be applied directly to the skin. BOUTIQUELOVIN Aromatherapy Essential Oil Diffuser Necklace provides personal and portable aromatherapy without the use of diffusers, electricity or water, yet they provide hours of enjoyment of using the essential oil of your choice.

Attractive locket pendant on stainless chain

ABOUT THE BOUTIQUELOVIN Aromatherapy Essential Oil Diffuser Necklace

DESIGN

The BoutiqueLovin Aromatherapy Essential Oil Diffuser Necklace is a Stainless Steel Locket with an Adjustable Chain with extender. The necklace chain, clasp, and pendant are sturdy with no loose pieces. The hinge on the pocket is solid and well-made.

Close uo of the floral pattern. Durable yet attractive, the BOUTIQUELOVIN stainless steel necklace and locket is a pretty piece that will last for years

The BOUTIQUELOVIN necklace combines well-crafted stainless steel design with natural elements to create a versatile piece

FEATURE OVERVIEW

Made from anti-allergy titanium stainless steel for durability. Wear it all the time and it will be resistant to scratches, dents or tarnish.
NO LEAK DESIGN: Double magnet closure ensures that the locket will stay closed and the oil-containing pad stays put.
EASY TO OPEN design
EIGHT COLOR OPTIONS TO CHOOSE FROM TO MATCH YOUR OUTFIT
DRAWSTRING VELVET GIFT BAG
CHAIN LENGTH: Chain necklace measures 20″ with a2″ chain extender.
LOCKET SIZE: 1 INCH. Classic while still eye-catching.
100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE to replace or refund if the necklace breaks or you are otherwise not satisfied

20-inch chain with two-inch extender, gift bag, and aromatherapy holder pads

Featuring a 20-inch stainless chain, 2-inch extender, magnetic closure, and eight colored aromatherapy pads

VERSATILE COLOR AROMATHERAPY PADS

It also comes with eight colorful and reusable pads to hold aromatherapy oils. Only a drop or two is needed for several hours use.

The reusable cloth pad colors are black, white, pink, aqua blue, purple, green, orange and yellow. These eight colorful microfiber cloth pads are inserted inside the necklace within the locket chamber of the pendant and serve as a background color to the flower face pattern so they can coordinate with your outfit of the day and look great on a variety of fabrics and textures. They are reusable.

Aromatherapy colored pad color options.

The necklace is a versatile piece that goes with both casual and dressier outfits.

Color options

HOW TO USE THE NECKLACE

Apply the essential oil or oil blend to the pad in your choice of color. You may already have a favorite essential oil or oil blend or can experiment with some of the suggested oils listed below.

Well-made design holds aromatherapy oil pads securely behind the floral design. There are eight color options to compliment your outfits

Locket deep enclosure keeps the aromatherapy pads secure with snap and magnetic closures

ESSENTIAL OILS TO USE WITH THE AROMATHERAPY NECKLACE

I found the micro pads hold the scent for several hours. Where would it be useful to have an aromatherapy necklace? Some aromatherapy uses I found to use my necklace include the following:

ALL Natural BUG DETERRENT for outdoor events

Going to an outdoor wedding, picnic, or al fresco dinner party and don’t want to smell like bug spray? Use this necklace instead to keep mosquitos and other bugs away during an outdoor event.

Peppermint Oil deters bugs and can work as a natural, pleasant smelling bug spray
Tea Tree Oil helps deter bugs and ticks, making it particularly useful for camping, hikes, and picnics when constant bug spray is not an option.

Don’t want to wear bug spray to an outdoor event? Try Peppermint or Tea Tree Oil in a BOUTIQUELOVIN Aromatherapy Necklace

Versatile and attractive for casual picnics or for more formal outdoor events

DURING EXAMS & Stressful Work Projects

Rosemary Oil helps with nervousness, fatigue, and mental clarity, especially when under stress, like during a presentation or staff meeting. Some report that diffusing Rosemary Oil helps students concentrate while doing their homework or learning.
Peppermint Oil is invigorating and aids with mental clarity. It is beneficial when studying, or concentrating on a project or school exam.
Silver Fir is calming yet inspiring, ideal for exams with essays

Silver Fir is calming yet uplifting. Ideal for work, exams, creative projects, and exercise motivation

EXERCISE

Exercise such as Yoga, Pilates, and stretching are enhanced by the uplifting scent of Grapefruit Oil. Grapefruit is stimulating and uplifts the mood. Peppermint or Silver Fir is also invigorating during a workout.

COPING WITH CONGESTION OR ALLERGY SEASON

Eucalyptus essential oil is helpful for congestion, and is helpful in dry offices allergy season, or if you are coming down with or recovering from a cold.

Eucalyptus works to ease congestion or invigorate you during exercise. Just add a few drops to the pad for all day relief

COMBATTING FOOD ODORS

Lemon is invigorating, smells clean and is considered a universally liked scent. Did you eat something strong smelling for lunch such as fish or a spicy meal, or did you eat something in a restaurant or cafeteria with a strong lingering smell, perhaps a fast food restaurant with a grill? Peppermint Oil can overcome pungent foods smells and even second-hand cigarette smoke odors that can permeate your clothing.

A THOUGHTFUL GIFT FOR AROMATHERAPY LOVER

The BoutiqueLovin necklace comes in an attractive and useful drawing velvet bag with the BoutiqueLovin logo. It is sturdy and attractive.

BOUTIQUELOVIN comes with a pendant locket necklace, eight pads, and a drawstring gift bag

CONCLUSION

A durable, well made and attractive piece that compliments many outfits, an aromatherapy necklace provides the power of aromatherapy on the go! Choose the oil or oils of your choice for work, school, exercise, as a bug repellent at outdoor events, or for a personal fragrance. A lovely gift for an aromatherapy lover.

WHERE TO BUY IT

Find the BOUTIQUELOVIN Aromatherapy Essential Oil Diffuser Necklace at https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MUC9I8Z/

Style Chicks received the BOUTIQUELOVIN Aromatherapy Essential Oil Diffuser Necklace in exchange for our unbiased review and received compensation for our time and effort. However, our experience with the product and the opinions expressed in this review are 100% ours

Profile of a Jewelry Brand: 7 Charming Sisters

March 13, 2017 · Leave a Comment

Today is National Jewelry Day, so we’re thrilled to tell you about a brand that crafts gorgeous jewelry pieces, 7 Charming Sisters.

My family has been collecting gorgeous, classic pieces of jewelry for generations. I’ve also curated a collection of stunning pieces myself. Some pieces are from Harry Winston; some are costume jewelry pieces. Once you determine your jewelry style, high-end and less expensive jewelry work together wonderfully!

Who are the 7 Charming Sisters, you ask? They are seven “work sisters” who have strong and distinct personalities and styles. They are: Paula, the elegant Classy Chick, Kim, the vivacious Life of the Party, Jennifer, the dedicated Fashionista, Donalda, the flirtatious Social Butterfly, Jessica, the Smart and Sexy Nerd, Kimberly, the cute Girl Next Door and Melissa, the sporty Super Mom. Any of those sound like you? Then you have a starting point of what type of jewelry might appeal to you.

7 Charming Sisters Vintage Beauty Bracelet and Champagne Toast Ring with a Tahari mid-length coat

Personally, my jewelry collection is a bit eclectic, so I always look through all seven collections, and always see multiple items I like in each collection. Both of the items we picked for the photos in this article are from Kimmie’s collection, but I have purchased items from all seven collections here and there. Have you seen a ring you like in any of our Youtube videos lately? It is probably one of the ones we picked when we treated ourselves to some new jewelry pieces on 7 Charming Sister’s sale!

I started wearing some of 7 Charming Sister’s pieces before I became familiar with the brand. I picked up a large statement ring, which I later found out is their Bug Out Ring . Every time I wear it, people who are definite jewelry connoisseurs always ask me if it is from Bulgari. It is an expensive looking piece that always gets attention!

7 Charming Sisters Bug Out Ring

Two of our favorite pieces in the current collections are the Vintage Beauty Bracelet and the Champagne Toast Ring . When I first received the items, I started looking for a few outfits with which to pair them. To my delight, I found that the Vintage Beauty Bracelet matched dozens of outfits! It was beautiful with a formal Teri Jon teal gown I wore at the beginning of the year, and it dresses up a pair of tailored jeans. It is a beautiful, highly versatile piece.

7 Charming Sisters Vintage Beauty Bracelet

The Champagne Toast Ring is a gorgeous spiral ring with Pave Diamonds. I chose the gold toned option, and I love how it is an easy way to add polish to a work outfit or as one of the several rings on a hand. I like wearing it on my index finger as it makes a classic piece feel modern and youthful. It’s also a way to add a little sparkle to your hand without it being mistaken for an engagement ring. It captures the light beautifully when you run your fingers through your hair!

7 Charming Sisters Jewelry looks gorgeous at an art gallery in the Impressionist Wing! Decadent Jewelry in front of a Monet.

7 Charming Sisters does a lot of good as well. They have a deep commitment to helping the disabled find employment, and they employ those with Intellectual Disabilities, who make many of the beautiful handcrafted pieces you see on the site. Gorgeous jewelry from a company with a conscious!

Whether you have a jewelry collection that would put Cartier’s showroom to shame, or if you are just starting to build your jewelry collection, 7 Charming Sisters has so many beautiful choices. The unique styling and intricate detail of each piece make 7 Charming Sisters a brand worth watching!

Find more amazing pieces at 7CharmingSisters.com!

7 Charming Sisters

7 Charming Sisters Vintage Beauty Bracelet

Style Chicks received sample pieces from 7 Charming Sisters and received compensation for our time and effort. However, our experience with the product and the opinions expressed in this profile are 100% ours.

Versatile Jewelry Storage: The Langria Jewelry Box

February 8, 2017 · Leave a Comment

Sitting pretty atop a dresser, yet ideal for travel or destination weddings, the Langria Jewelry Box looks like a vintage styled handbag, but inside there are ten velvet lined storage compartments to safely & securely hold a variety of jewelry.

The Langria Jewelry Box

Do you love handmade jewelry or vintage jewelry finds? Several heirloom pieces, second-hand jewels, vintage pieces as well as handmade jewelry often do not come with the original box to keep the jewelry safe, or the gift box or bag is just intended to present the jewelry, not to protect it in storage. I like the soft velvet interior and the multiple compartments of the Langria Jewelry Box that makes for ideal storage for “loose” or unboxed jewelry.

LANGRIA JEWELRY BOX DESIGN FEATURES

Something that frustrates me about many jewelry cases is that the layout often doesn’t suit the needs of my jewelry collection. The Langria Jewelry Box has ten sections that comprise seven types of storage compartments within the three layers of the jewelry case. This functional, multi-compartment design keeps jewelry organized and separate from other pieces to avoid scratching or tangling.

The Langria Jewelry Box

THE LANGRIA JEWELRY CASE LAYOUT

On the underside of the case lid, below the mirror, there is an elasticized fabric pouch pocket for holding especially small or delicate items such as small sentimental keepsake items, shoe clips, or hair jewelry. The elastic is secure, and items do not slip out when the case is closed.

The Langria Jewelry Box

The uppermost section of compartments is open-face.

In the rear of the case is a velvet lined ring roll section with eleven slots to hold rings, earrings, or pins/broaches. For small, simple rings, two rings may fit per slot. The padding is deep so that even a larger ring is securely kept in place with adequate room between each ring.
The front of the uppermost section divides into thirds:
- The left front third is a full velvet lined compartment for holding larger pins, broaches, necklaces, or dangling earrings.
- The middle front third section has a lid with a handle to provide extra protection for one or two small to mid-size pieces.
- The right front third section has three removable horizontal dividers that could hold cufflinks, earrings, necklaces, and bracelets.

The Langria Jewelry Box

Beneath the top open-face compartment section are two pull-out drawers (one narrow full-width drawer and one deep drawer with two sections).

The narrow drawer easily holds several necklaces and bracelets.
The deep drawer is suitable for jewelry in a drawstring bag, ring or bracelet boxes, or for holding loose pieces such as bracelets, broaches, bangles or a watch.

The Langria Jewelry Box

WHAT MAKES THE LANGRIA JEWELRY BOX SPECIAL?

While this case looks pretty on a dresser, I particularly like that the jewelry box is shaped like a vintage style hard case handbag, and it has a notably sturdy wear-proof handle to carry the case. This portability makes it a very useful item for transporting jewelry for various occasions.

PORTABLE JEWELRY STORAGE

TRAVEL: In addition to holding jewels at home, I like that the sturdy wear-proof handle and case construction makes the Langria Jewelry box ideal for traveling with jewelry. Some events that it would be particularly useful include destination weddings (helpful for the bride, bridal party or wedding guest), for extended business trips, vacations, and special occasion events. Jewelry packed within luggage can get lost or stolen; the Langria box is “purse-sized” at 8.9 x 6.1 x 7.5 inches, it weighs about a pound and can be kept discretely in a carry-on bag.

WEDDING JEWELRY CASE: Wedding jewelry comes in many forms: Heirloom pieces with sentimental value, handmade jewelry, delicate vintage jewelry finds, rented and borrowed jewelry, and pieces purchased just for the wedding. What do all these have in common? They all will require being stored and transported safely and then held securely before and after the wedding. I find this the perfect size for holding both the bride’s and groom’s jewelry, bridesmaids’ jewelry, or just the jewelry of the bride including the rings, necklace, bracelets, and hair jewelry.

ADDITIONAL DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION DETAILS

A stylish vintage look, the Langria case comes in three colors. We got the black.
Each compartment is velvet lined to keep jewelry scratch-free.
The ring roll is heavily padded to give rings enough room yet hold them in place.
It is very sturdy, and the drawers and compartments are solid.
It comes with a key lock on a secure double level closure that snaps shut to keep the jewels safe.
It has an embossed crocodile pattern, patent leather look.
There is a small, accurate reflection mirror.

The Langria Jewelry Box

GIFT IDEA

The Langria Jewelry Case makes for a gift for someone developing a jewelry collection, for someone who has an overflowing jewelry collection or makes jewelry, or for a destination wedding bride to hold her wedding jewelry, for a young woman going away to college who may wish to keep her jewelry safe under lock and key. It also makes for a nice bridesmaids gift, especially if bridesmaids are wearing jewelry or hairpieces to the wedding.

CONCLUSION

The Langria Jewelry Case has a vintage handbag shape with a sturdy handle, making it an ideal a carry-on piece to safely transport expensive or sentimental jewels in a scratch-proof, locked case to keep your jewelry with you safely while traveling. I like that the multiple compartments keep my jewelry safe, and that dangling earrings have their space, there are adequate slots for my rings without crowding them, and necklaces remain tangle free because they are stored separately. Ideal for travel or home use, this is a highly versatile jewelry case!

Find this great jewelry case at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M130DIB?th=1. Through March 5th, 2017, you can receive an extra 10% off with code 9PGEN9C9.

Style Chicks received this product in exchange for our unbiased review and received compensation for our time and effort. However, our experience with the product and the opinions expressed in this review are 100% ours.

Jewelry: Ghome Tiger Eye Bracelet

September 27, 2016 · Leave a Comment

I grew up close to a Natural History Museum, and the gift shop always has an incredible selection of minerals and interesting jewelry made out of real semi-precious stones. Seeing and owning these quality pieces make my standard for gemstone jewelry relatively high. So I was thrilled to find a quality gemstone piece in the Ghome Tiger Eye Bracelet.

Ghome Tiger Eye Bracelet

The bracelet is offered in either a 6mm bead or an 8mm bead size. I chose the 8mm size. It is delicate but still makes a statement. It looks good stacked with other bracelets, but I almost hesitate to use it like that because the individual beads are so beautiful. So if you want to use it as a stacked bracelet, I would recommend pairing it with bracelets that bring out the beautiful colors in the beads and making this bracelet the focal point.

Each bead shows the luminous colors that are found in Tiger Eye stones. While I have collected minerals since childhood and have seen many beautiful Tiger Eye specimens, I don’t think I ever noticed the incredible golden and copper hues in Tiger Eye until I examined this bracelet. It is highly polished and looks far more expensive than it is.

The piece comes in a soft jewelry bag for storage. Since the stones are so vibrant, you will want to keep it in the bag when not in use to avoid scratches and dirt. If it does get dirt on it, you will want to use a soft cloth to clean it so as to avoid micro-scratches that will dull the shine on these beautiful beads.

The bracelet is highly affordable, so it makes a great gift for anyone. It would be perfect for an older child or teen. Adults will love it too for its beauty and quality!

Find it here.

Ghome Tiger Eye Bracelet

I received this item at a discount for testing and review purposes. If you have any questions about my experience with it, leave it in the comments section below, and I’ll do my best to answer it!