DRD Blog

Wedding season is quickly approaching and DRD has an array of jewelry options for brides. Our white, yellow, and rose gold selections compliment a variety of bridal gowns. Smaller styles like the Rochelle Jo, Agnes Fortune, and Diamond Cluster earrings are wonderful options to give your wedding look some sparkle without over powering your gown. Our drop earrings – Shonna Drew, Jessica Leigh, and Sara Elizabeth – are just as beautiful and would make a simple wedding gown truly stand out.

If you’ve been searching for the perfect bracelet, then look no further. DRD has several different bracelet styles that range from traditional to modern. Any of these DRD jewelry pieces are a great investment because you can easily wear them after your wedding day.

If you’re interested in finding the perfect jewelry for your special day, book an appointment with our showroom or browse our website!

Shared Prong Straight Line Bracelet // Sophia Ryan // Courtney Lauren
Melissa Louise // Emily Meredith // Antique Diamond Bracelet

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Team DRD

The Lauren Joy collection holds the superlative of “Most Popular” at DRD. The collection is a client go-to and a celebrity favorite.  While bigger isn’t always better, the launch of the Lauren Joy Medium earrings is giving our minis a run for their money!

Our clients wanted to see something bigger, and that’s exactly what I gave them. These earrings are perfectly sized, versatile, classic, and obviously gorgeous! I’m so proud to have this coveted piece named after my dear friend in Atlanta who is not only a talented decorator, but a wonderful mom to Eva, and her other baby on the way.  The Lauren Joy Medium is the perfect earring for the woman who does it all, but looks chic doing it… much like my friend Lauren and Miss Jessica Alba!

For more styles, head to our site!

xx,

Dana

The best part about rules is breaking them, especially when it comes to jewelry. Mix your metals, mismatch your diamonds, and create a custom look all your own. Our Sylvie Rose necklace is proof that two is better than one. Here are a few of our favorite layering combinations. From the mini bars to the medium bars, they are interchangeable and delicate enough to wear everyday. But take it from us, the sky is the limit when it comes to layering options. Happy Layering!

Visit more Sylvie Rose styles here

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Team DRD

Dana had the pleasure of co-hosting the Sequins at Breakfast networking event on April 5^th at Cru Kitchen and Wine Bar.  Delicious food and glittering fashion were certainly on the menu that morning. Dana was surrounding by successful, wonderful women like co-hosts Lindsay Avner, Azeeza Khan, Amanda Puck, Kiran Advani, Kimberly Burt, Lynn Bredfelt, Jenna Gambaccini, Julie Selakovich Saunders, and speaker Erica Strama. All those who hosted and attended the event shared the same goal: female empowerment.

In the honor of celebrating women, food, and fashion, the proceeds from this fabulous breakfast benefited Bright Pink. This organization is close to Dana’s heart and she couldn’t have been happier to be a part of this event. And besides, don’t we all need an excuse to wear sequins to breakfast?

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Team DRD

Vosges sought out some of Chicago’s must successful professionals to create a video celebrating their moms for Mother’s Day. Our very own, Dana Gordon, is featured in the video and it perfectly captured her wit, humor, and love for her mom. It was nothing short of an honor to share the screen with the likes of Mayor Daley and Susanna Negovan, among many others. Vosges really hit the mark in this little film and we are so happy they took the time to highlight and appreciate moms everywhere.

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Team DRD

We couldn’t agree more with Marylin Monroe when she said, “Diamonds are a girl’s best friend.”  Our hearts skip a beat every time we see a diamond sparkle. While you never need a reason to buy something sparkly, our ladies born in April have a great excuse to drip in diamonds. April truly has the best and most blinging birthstone. Diamonds are a timeless choice, regardless of your fashion personality. Lets be honest, diamonds are always a good idea.

xx,

Team DRD

Sylvie Rose Ring // Margo Ashley Earrings // Jessica Sara // Rima Naya Mini Earrings // Sylvie Rose Medium Bar Necklace // Emily Meredith Ring // Lisa Michelle Necklace // Lauren Joy Mini Earrings

Summer is synonymous with music festivals and tribal-inspired gear. The JEB collection is the perfect way to introduce the trend into your wardrobe. I created this ikat-esque design with my friend Jen B in mind.  Of all my girlfriends, JEB is the girl who has a hint of trend to her without being overly obviously. She finds a subtle way to introduce trends into her timeless aesthetic.

T Shirt // Pants // JEB Necklace

The necklace is meant to be a stand-alone piece, and the earrings are the icing on any outfit. The JEB comes in rose gold, white gold, and yellow gold…pick your poison!

xx,

Dana

Traveling with jewelry can be a hassle. Especially when your jewelry is on the delicate side. Tangling or breakage is always a big fear. Here are a few tips and tricks that will help you get your jewelry to your destination in one piece.

Step 1: Untangle
Make sure your necklace is clasped and knot free. If there are any knots, use tweezers to help you untangle them.

Step 2: Place in Bag
Gently place the necklace in a zip lock bag. About 1 inch of the end of the necklace (including the clasp) should hang out of the bag to prevent any tangling.

Step 3: Store
Place the zip lock bag in a soft pouch for extra protection.

xx,
Team DRD

Delicious raspberry lemon cream cheese cupcake recipe

Love these Charlotte Olympia Zodiac flats!

Beautiful Chanel bag illustration by Paper Fashion

DIY vase idea to spruce up your spring flower arrangements

Currently coveting Alexander Wang’s croc-detailed suede bag

Deborah Lippman’s Girls’ nail polish collection – a perfect gift for a friend (or yourself!)

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Team DRD

Some cool ways to wear leggings

Karen Walker sunglasses are always a good idea

Pumpkin Pineapple Spice muffins equals delicious…

Perfect chic pumps for spring

Check out some exercise tips from Tracy Andereson

Glossybox will fuel your beauty addiction…

Spring cleaning tips to start doing now!

Cute printable Easter cards

xx,

Team DRD

Photos via Sequins and Stripes

Liz Schneider of Sequins and Stripes is one of our favorite Chicago-based bloggers.  We adore having her visit us here at DRD!  Stylist, personal shopper, and E-consultant are just a few of her many talents. Here, you can see her wearing the Sylvie Rose Necklace and stacking Sylvie Rose Bar Rings.  Love!

xx,

Team DRD

Photo via Pinterest 

This newsletter simplifies the day’s top headlines

How much do you want to try these Nutella Magic Bars?

These Rachel Zoe booties are perfect for spring

Master curling your hair

Try these simple breakfast recipes

Spring’s freshest jacket ideas

Some faux fur style inspiration…

This photo will make you smile!

xx,

Team DRD

 Photo via Pinterest

Dreaming of summer with these DIY sunglasses

Amazing model transformations

Every girl’s crazy about a sharp dressed man!

Loving this short hair inspiration

Must-have colored flats for spring

Craving chocolate?

Obsessing over Jenni Kayne’s LA home

Homemade girl scout cookies!

xx,

Team DRD

Bag // Flats // Melissa Louise Ring // Anna Beth Earrings // Sunglasses // Scarf

Sorbet Shades are a must have for spring. We can’t help but think of warmer temperatures and adding pops of color to our outfits as opposed to the all black ensembles we are wearing now. Counting the days til’ sunshine…

xx,

Team DRD

Gucci recently showed their latest Fall collection at Milan Fashion Week. Some garments that stood out from the collection were beautiful dresses, coats, and pants with a leaf-like motif on them. They reminded us of DRD’s own Agnes Fortune earrings.

                                                                                                Via Style

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Team DRD

Don’t forget that this Sunday is the 85^th Academy Awards ceremony! Why not have some fun and make a little party out of it? In just five easy steps you can host the perfect ‘DRD and Dessert’ Oscars celebration.

Sarah Elizabeth Earrings // Lindsey Elizabeth Ring // Emily Meredith Bracelet 

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Team DRD

We adore Cupcakes and Cashmere’s new haircut!

Loving this Daily Dishonesty

Yummy peanut butter cookies

Perfect home inspiration from a Piece of Toast

Brighten up your winter wardrobe!

What do you think of Rihanna’s River Island collection?

The sweetest little red dress

Suffering from dry winter hair? Here’s the cure!

Jennifer Lawrence showing off our Jessica Sara Black Diamond Ring!

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Team DRD

Photos via Chi City Fashion

Jena Gambaccini’s hands are famous around here at DRD HQ. You can always see her rocking our Melissa Louise Ring, multiple Sylvie Rose Rings, the Emily Meredith Ring, and of course our Sylvie Rose Necklace. We always love her style and of course how she wears her DRD sparkle.

xx,

Team DRD

It looks like hearts are here to stay! Christopher Bailey’s latest Fall 2013 Burberry Prorsum collection has several pieces with an adorable heart pattern on them. Like Burberry, hearts are apart of DRD’s own collection. Heart is on trend for the upcoming Fall and the Jacquie C. bracelet is the perfect heart accessory to own!

Via Style

                                                                     Photo via Pinterest

Obsessing over the 3.1 Phillip Lim Fall 2013 collection

Make your own Cheez-Its!

Ever wonder who’s sitting front row at fashion week?

Stunning photos from the Marc Jacobs show

A must know for all gals stuck in winter storms

Vintage Valentine’s day cuteness

Backstage beauty at Kate Spade

The sweetest Mardi Gras cupcakes!

Chic images from 75 Parisiennes

xx,

Team DRD