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Thanks to BaubleBar for sending along a gift card for me to use and the sweet discount code for my readers. All thoughts and opinions are my own, as always. Affiliate links may be included.

Friends, I don’t meant to sound like an octogenarian, but I just can’t keep up with what’s hip these days when it comes to jewelry. It’s all I can do to grab a few pieces from each season’s clothing line at Target, and if you request that I accessorize myself in addition…well you’ve just gone too far.

Jewelry just overwhelms me.

But I still like to look put together on any day where my standard uniform of a t-shirt and yoga pants isn’t going to cut it. That’s why I’m happy to have found BaubleBar, which is an online site devoted to bringing you a carefully edited collection of on-trend jewelry pieces that will work for you, whether you are in a corporate setting, a more laid-back environment, or even if you can push the style boundaries with really edgy looks. There’s something for everyone there, for sure!

Take a moment to look around on the BaubleBar site, friends. You’ll find amazing curated collections, ideas for ways to wear different pieces, and you’ll even see instagram photos that other shoppers have taken with their purchased pieces (this is one of my very favorite things about the site…seeing this jewelry in real life on other customers!).

I recently did some shopping on the site and took a video of my unboxing. Check it out to hear more of my thoughts on BaubleBar and to see the pieces!

Ok, so the question I said I would answer for you is whether or not you have to pay shipping on your returns. If your item was on sale, it is a final sale, so that’s important to know first and foremost. The return label that I had in my package was one that would NOT require me to pay postage, so that’s good!

Ok, so here are closer looks at each of the pieces I purchased. The photos are hyperlinked to the website, so feel free to click on them to check out the piece on the BaubleBar site.

1. String Fling set ($25)

2. Amethyst Sea Glass Drops ($62) (no longer available, sorry!)

3. Neutral Foliage Studs ($38)

4. Tiered Crystal Pendant ($34)

5. Silver Bojangles Bracelet Set ($48) (no longer available…stuff goes fast on BaubleBar, I guess!)

6. Gold Bolt Collar ($36)

So what was your favorite piece from the items I selected for the fall? So far, the piece I’m wearing out like crazy is the fall foliage earring set. I’m still warming up to the collar necklace…it’s just so different for me! But I love its simplicity, so I think once I find the right neckline to pair with it, I’ll definitely be wearing it.

If you are ready for some updated looks, I’ve got a coupon code just for you! Use STUFFPARENTSNEED at checkout and you’ll score 20% off the bill. And don’t forget to check out the sale section before you check out, as they have stuff staring at $10. AND…shipping is FREE! 🙂

Go get yourself some pretty baubles for the fall!

I’ve mentioned before that looking polished and put together at work is becoming increasingly difficult these days. I may not have as much time as I thought I would have in the morning if Darah wakes up early, or is in a clingy mood (or if I am in a clingy mood, which also happens sometimes!). Since becoming a mom, I have re-discovered the importance of accessories to help pull an outfit together and help you look like you had more than 5 minutes to get ready (which, as we all knows, is not always the case!).

I recently learned about a really great jewelry company called Guy and Eva. This company offers affordable jewelry that is high quality. The pieces all look very current, but they will be in style for more that one season, which is great for those of us who need to make our accessories last a while! Guy and Eva has been in retail establishments but is now focused on giving individuals the opportunity to run their own Guy and Eva businesses through direct sales (think Mary Kay for jewelry!).

Are you looking for an opportunity to earn some extra income on the side? Guy and Eva has opportunities available for you to become an advisor! You can work from home, set your own hours, and grow with this company as they expand! From their website, “Our Advisors are presented with the flexibility to choose from three different ways to build a successful Guy and Eva career. Love doing nothing but parties? Have a knack for recruiting, training, and nurturing a successful team? Maybe you enjoy both. We have something for everyone. Regardless which path you choose, build your Guy and Eva business the way that you want.” To request more information about becoming an advisor, click here.

If you aren’t ready to embark on a new career opportunity, but you would really love to get together with some girlfriends and shop while earning perks for yourself, you can also host a Guy and Eva party! Or maybe you are just looking for a convenient way to order some jewelry that will help you look your best in the office or when out and about. You can shop directly through Guy and Eva’s site!

guy and eva necklace

I know that you are going to love anything you get from Guy and Eva. I was sent a matching necklace and bracelet set called Mali, and they are both just stunning. I love the Austrian crystals combined with leather. This balances the pieces out well so that they make a statement in the office without seeming too fancy for daytime wear. I have been wearing both pieces frequently, and they help me look more professional. Also, these pieces clasp together with magnets. I can’t even begin to tell you how much I appreciate this feature. I can put on my jewelry with just one hand (and sometimes that’s all I have free!). Now I’ve got my eyes set on the Mahina earrings and the Joy necklace as two great pieces to help launch me into Spring and Summer!

Buy It! If your wardrobe needs a lift, consider looking to accessories as a way to help what you already have look fresh again. Guy and Eva offers fantastic options for any budget, and shopping online is such a breeze. You may even discover a new career path with them!

Edit: This giveaway is CLOSED. Congrats #93!

Win It! Guy and Eva would like to give you the chance to win your very own Mali bracelet (worth $54.00!)! The contest will run until Thursday, March 25th at 7:59pm CST. A winner will be randomly selected and emailed, and will have 48 hours to claim the prize. Open to residents of the United States.

How To Enter:
Mandatory Entry: Tell me your favorite piece from the Guy and Eva Spring/Summer 2010 line. You are going to have trouble choosing just one thing, though!

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