Accessories Council Holiday Gift Picks 2021

With the holidays in full swing, these are my top Accessories Council gift picks this season, for you or your loved ones, with jewelry picks under $100. All these gifts are available online to help you avoid the crowds and save time having to shop in-store.

Ashley Wahler The Gold Collection Golden Girls, $42 (on sale for $33.60)

The Gold Collection by Ashley Wahler has all the right accessories to get you glam this holiday season, including the Golden Girls accessory, which is perfect for dressing up your ponytail.

Akola Jasmine Heart Charm Bracelet, $98

Akola jewelry is handcrafted in Uganda, creating jobs and transforming the lives of families and communities. Their jewelry ranges from stretch, unlock-it, cuff and bangle bracelets to earrings and necklaces. One of my favorite pieces is the Jasmine Heart Charm Bracelet, made with a hand-carved, heart-shaped horn charm and recycled glass beads from Ghana.

Pura Vida "The Jetsetter Pack" by The Blonde Abroad, $45

Pura Vida, founded in Costa Rica, makes handmade accessories and helps provide full-time jobs for artisans worldwide. One of my favorites from Pure Vida is "The Jetsetter Pack" designed exclusively by travel blogger @theblondeabroad. The pack features a stack of five bracelets in grey, blush and rose gold, including travel-inspired charms. 

Adina's Jewels Baby Figaro Necklace, $50

Adina's Jewels include trendy pieces such as charm and chain necklaces, pendants, chokers and more, all great for layering together. Two of my top picks for layering is the Baby Figaro Necklace, in gold plated sterling silver, and the Double Sided Herringbone Necklace.

Big Lovie Dream collection blanket, $129

Big Lovie's products are created with inspiring messages that encourage, appreciate and celebrate. The Dream collection blanket is soft and cozy in charcoal gray and black, with the name BIG LOViE on the edge of the blanket, with an imprinted label that says "big HEARTED, FUN LOVING, SOULFUL & KIND."

- Kim Weling

Accessories Council Mother's Day Top Picks 2020

Happy Mother's Day to all the moms! Whether you are celebrating Mother's Day with a gift for yourself or looking to ship something special to your mom, check out these Accessories Council Mother's Day Top Picks!

Chic, eco-conscious, and affordable, Carmen Sol is made in Italy, with all accessories made of pure rose scented jelly material. The jelly is 100% recyclable, vegan.

Carolee offers unique pearl jewelry, and is inspired by everything from timeless silhouettes to the avant-garde. With the popular rose quartz being a stone of unconditional love, promoting a loving relationship with oneself and others, the Rose Quartz drop earrings is one of my favorite Carolee pieces. 

I love how fun and colorful Certain Standard umbrella designs are. These umbrellas are stylish and compact, with a full size canopy.   

Fortune & Frame designs jewelry and accessories that hold fortunes, meaningful messages, and personal mantras. Cute designs, including the Fortune Cookie locket and Envelope Fortune locket.

 

Jeff Wan features luxury bags and small leatherwear hand-made in Italy, with urban-minimalist design inspired by the colors and landscapes of Mauritius. One of my favorite pieces is the Lunch Box 11 in vibrant orange. 

 

Jumper Maybach's collection of luxuriously vibrant silk scarves make the perfect gift for any mom that loves bold patterns and colors. 

LEIGH celebrates your love of shoes, fashion and travel. Available in an array of luxurious nylon colors, all lined with X-STATIC Anti-Odor Silver Tech. Also great for clipping to your travel bag if you run out of room.

Pavé the Way, a division of Joan Hornig Jewelry, features a selection of necklaces and bracelets made with sterling silver, 18k gold and Swarovski Zirconia. 100% of profits are donated to the purchaser’s charity of choice.

Rachel offers tights unique tights according to your style. Part shop, part 2 for $25 subscription, Rachel delivers a personal style service that is on the cutting edge of both design and technology.

SSY makes you look good with their iconic bags, clutches, and small leathergoods. SSY creates the trademarked Shoe Jewelz and Laceeys. Shoe Jewelz are jewelry pieces designed for your footwear. All you do is slip the elastic band over any shoe. Laceeys are jewelry for your sneakers. They hook into the holes of your sneakers or shoes where your traditional laces are.

Stacy Kessler Accessories is a sustainable, vegan leather PETA approved, eco-chic accessory’s brand, providing both luxury and sustainability while also giving back to charities. I especially love the featured skull design.

Vint & York is an eyewear brand offering prescription frames and sunglasses, bringing together the essence of nostalgia with contemporary, classic design. Vintage feel initially inspired by the 1920s and reimagined into modern, stylish frames that are playful and timeless in vibrant colors, and unique shapes and styles.

ZuZu Kim produces The Couture Bow Tie® for people and pets, and are handmade in New York City. Many bow ties have a matching set for the wearer and their pet that make a perfect gift.

- Kim Weling

Accessories Council Holiday Gift Picks 2015

Here are my top ten favorite highlights from the Accessories Council holiday preview. There are some great gift ideas for shopping for those last-minute or post-holiday gifts, along with some items you may want to pick up for yourself! 

During the Ace Awards last month, MR. was announced as the winner of the 2016 Emerging Designer competition. Heather Hubbard presents an exciting holiday collection, featuring leather and suede fringe bags and colorblock clutches. You can find MR. handbags at Bloomingdale's and Ssaks Fifth Avenue, 

Nothing feels like winter like chunky hand-knit accessories. I love the fall/winter accessories that the3rdpiece.com can add to your edgy look, including cabled infinity scarves, fingerless knits, cowl scarves with a fringe border, beanies and headbands. Or if you prefer DIY gifts, you can create your own designer pieces! On their website they offer knit packages that include a downloadable patterns. 

Luxchillas has expanded their line to offer bucket mochila bags embellished with crystals and leather fringe for a luxe, boho-chic look, handcrafted by Wayuu Indigenous of Columbia. 

Pluma Jewelry creates gorgeous statement pieces made with gemstones and geodes like azurite, malachite and apopthyllite. I lvoe the whole look of pairing stones with metal, and even layering the pieces to create a bolder look. This is definitely on my own list to shop!

Black Lace Skin Jewelry is the luxe version of flash tatoos! They are made of the finest glitters, Swarovski elements, silks and satins and metallic gold and silver foil inks. The designs are inspired by Medieval times, with a modern, edgy twist. Their designs include Fleur de lis, royal crowns, roses, hearts, gothic crosses, crystal beaded snakes, thorns and feathers. They are hypoallergenic, self-adhesive and waterproof!

3D printing is taken to a hole other level, with jewelry designs by John Brevard. His rings, earrings, pendants and necklaces are inspired by natural geometries and phenomenology. 

Christina Greene jewelry is made of unique one of a kind handmade designs, incorporating natural stones from all over the world - amethyst, black onyx, labradorite, lapis, orange quartz, pearl, pyrite, red quartz and turquoise. Lapis and pyrite are some of my favorite stones - her designs definitely make beautiful gifts!

Deondra Jereé handbags are made of luxurious leather, with red being a prominent color this holiday season. Her designs are available as a backpack, clutch, crossbody, bucket bag, small leather goods and more. Her collection includes colorblocking, tassels and gold tone studs. 

Laudi Vidni reminds me a lot like Shoes of Prey except for handbags! A custom gift is the perfect gift to treat yourself to and play designer. With pouchettes starting at $75 and wristlets starting at $95, you can create your own accessory, choosing from 21 styles, 50 leathers, luxurious finishes and hand-brushed hardware and beautiful linings. Your custom designed bag arrives at your door within 4 - 8 weeks! One of my favorites is the Legato Fringe, starting at $195. 

I have already gotten so many compliments on the Rave Metal Clutch in Silver by Glass Handbag. I wore it to the International Emmy Awards last month and also used it for a recent style post (coming soon)! This limited edition bag is so unique, since it has a built-in electroluminescent lighting system and also comes with the batteries. 

The light panel built into the bag lasts about 25,000 hours. The battery life of the bag depends on the use, but typically if you use your bag every day the battery should last one month. In addition to this clutch there are a number of different handbag styles available, including crossbody, satchel, evening and vegan bags. 

I am always saying how I wish I had a bag equipped with a light when you open it up, and it looks like I got my wish! 

- Kim Weling

Accessories Council Mother's Day Top Picks 2015

With Mother's Day less than a week away, here are some last-minute gift picks from the Accessories Council Mother's Day preview.  My favorite accessory for the tech fashionista is Vanesa Rey's iPhone6 and iPhone6 Plus cases. The crossbody case features a leather snap-close wallet with credit card slots and a removable chain strap.

This newly launched Be Brilliant Tote in Rose Gold ($265) is both functional and stylish. The best feature is the zippered bottom shoe compartment. The tote also has a protective front-zip compartment that's perfect for an iPad or tablet of choice, and a protective interior compartment for storing your laptop. Other features include an interior neoprene lined zipper pocket, for storing jewelry, and a snap-out interior clear case for storing personal care items. 

Luxchilas limited edition bags are handmade in Columbia. 

Kemi Designs makes beautiful, custom gold-plated necklaces ($150) that can be hand stamped with your initials or a saying (up to 10 characters).

Moira Anne Artisan Jewelry makes bohmeian-chic beaded jewelry. Moira's one-of-a-kind pieces feature special stones and design to bring energy, healing and empowerment. 

Printed Village is a fashion brand that's also a designer community. Featured here is the Oh Buoy scarf ($38), which is the prefect accessory for completing your spring look.

I love the unique look of the slightly oversized Sheep Shades Nassau Beachwood sunglasses ($180).

Swarvoski sunglasses has a touch of glamour with Swarvoski crystal detailing. 

If you are looking for a makeup or skin care gift, check out the new TRUE Isaac Mizrahi Beauty collection. If you are looking to gift a multi-purpose product, take a look at the 6 in 1 youth perfecting serum ($68). It reduces fine lines & wrinkles, firms, brightens, hydrates, fades age spots and reduces puffiness. 

I was excited to hear that GlitterBuzzStyle had launched a line of Gala lipsticks ($11). The lipsticks are available in numerous pigmented shades for when you want to rock a bold lip. 

dearfoams makes sequined ballerina slippers ($34) for the mom that wants to feel glamorous without leaving the house.

 

- Kim Weling

Accessories Council Valentine's Day Gift Picks 2015

With Valentine's Day is just a few days away, here's a look at the Accessories Council top picks for your last minute gifts! 

The Petite Eye Cheek and Lip Palette by bella j. ($18, retail value of $75) has all the makeup essentials you need for touch ups at the office or going out after. The palette includes a blush (Pink Peony), lip gloss (BerryBash), four eye shadows (Espresso, Cafe Au Lait, Nude, and Cream) and a surprise charm. 

I love how pigmented the Jing Ai Velvet Shine Lip Jewels ($22) are! They are infused with 100% natural macadamia seed oil, shea butter and jojoba seed oil. You don't even need to ever sharpen the lip crayon - just twist it to advance the tip!

I've been addicted to Chuao Chocolate ever since I tasted the Baconluxious flavor. The new Strawberry Waffle Wild and Cinnamon Cereal Smooch flavors are as equally addictive!

The Crystal Kodada Limitless Tote ($498) was designed for the woman in need of functionality & versatility for her busy on-the-go lifestyle. I love the zipper and slip pockets, which are perfect for storing your phone or metro card. This tote allows you to be organized and efficient, yet stylish at the same time. 

If a backpack is your style, then you'll love this luxurious Mr. Parker Backpack ($395), made with Italian bubble lambskin. 

The BWESTIE oversized clutch from Steve Madden ($78 at Lord & Taylor) and the Mondrina Tallulah Fringed Bucket Bag ($485) are the Accessories Council's top fringe picks!

Betsey Johnson's Pushing Daisies Wallet ($58 at Belk and Dillards) works as a crossbody bag or as a fun addition to your tote bag. It's perfect for carrying your phone, credit cards and lipstick for a quick lunch outing or for going out after work.

These Pico Design Sphere Drop Earrings ($112) feature gorgeous spheres suspended from delicate wires. 

Feel extra cozy and fashionable with these Boy Meets Girl sweatshirt ($55), leggings ($45) and Boy Meets Girl x Roman Luxe bracelet ($125). 

For the man in your life, surprise him with a pair of cufflinks from Robert Graham or Ike Behar. 

The CAROLEE Heart Collection ($24-$70)includes heart design necklaces, earrings and a pin in faceted crystal and silver tone metal. CAROLEE is donating $5 to Go Red for Women from the sale of each piece. Available exclusively at Macy's Herald Square and Macy's.com. 

Alanna Bess offers unique jewelry pieces, such as the Cleopatra Cuff ($295) in 18K sold gold hammered brass with a facetted pyrite stone. Two of my personal favorites include the hinge bangle (perfect for tiny wrists) and the druzy rose gold necklace. 

Roman & Sunstone Crystal Inspiration Bracelets ($35) make the perfect unisex gift to fit any wrist size. These bracelets feature an adjustable black braided cord, genuine crystal and a moveable bead with the words "Live," "Laugh" and "Love." 

Eye of the Sea features handmade beaded bracelets and signature charms from Greece, such as the Rose Quartz Crystal Bracelet ($50). Each bracelet comes with a signature Eye of the Sea pouch and a Gemstone Meaning card. Rose Quartz is stone of the heart and unconditional love. It helps dissolve emotional wounds and resentment. Balancing emotions it restores inner peace, calm and lowers stress. Colors and sizes of the beads may vary slightly making each bracelet unique. 

Trollbeads presents a stunning and stylish sterling silver bangle ($199), featuring an Italian glass bead embedded with crystals throughout, in brilliant blue or pretty pink.

One of my favorites from the preview are Marcolin-Swarovski sunglasses. The Swarovski Eileen Sunglasses ($150) have a cat eye silhouette accentuated by a cascade of sparkling crystals, arranged linearly to create a bright geometric pattern. 

Perpetual Shade Metallic Luxury Silk Sleepmasks ($69) are made of the highest quality silk, ensurig exceptional comfort while maintaining ultimate functionality. all the masks are handmade in NYC. Masks range from leather to lace and velvet lined with 100%silk.

The colorful Luxchilas TechChila iPad Case ($95) is made with leather, 100% cotton Wayuu Mochila cloth and embellished with crystals.

- Kim Weling