Ann Taylor Coral Statement Necklace spring 2011: PAMELA PEKERMAN

I need to be honest ladies and gentlemen, I have not purchased costume jewelry in nearly a decade. Everything I own, and it’s a lot, has fancifully appeared in my closet thanks to swag or gifts from friends – wish I could say the same about my diamonds and other fine jewelry. But, that spending pattern changed last Thursday when I found myself drooling over the latest collection of gold, coral and turquoise jewelry at the Ann Taylor store on 52nd and 3rd Avenue. I dubbed it "Lebanon chic" (probably because I’m heading to those parts over the summer) when the collection was presented several months ago. The Coral Statement Necklace ($98) has drama, color and an antique-feel I crave in all my baubles. This piece is so hot, it has sold out online. Call your local store ASAP, if interested. If you strike out, take shopping solace by picking up the equally lovely Coral Casting Ring ($38).

Ann Taylor, Coral Statement Necklace Spring2011.

Accessorizing your body, bedroom & beyond!

Pamela Pekerman

Treasure Tuesday, Ann Taylor Statement Tassel Necklace: PAMELA PEKERMAN

Dear Bagistas,

Several weeks ago, Ann Taylor presented their spring 2011 collection atop the Gramercy Park Hotel. The star-studded affair was attended by Elizabeth Banks, Olivia Palermo, and Fernanda Motta.

Ann Taylor's Statement Tassel Necklace, Spring 2011. Photo: Ann Taylor.

As a first generation American, my mother always taught me the value of having less, but always having the best that you could afford. As such, I remember her purchasing many a career-wear pieces from Ann Taylor, usually at wonderful sale prices. Many of these pieces are still in her arsenal of count-on-me staples.

While Ann Taylor is still a go-to for quality day-to-night attire, I’m particularly impressed with their baubles. The brand’s accessory design team has done a wonderful job of crafting stand-out costume jewelry even I would purchase. (I say that because I have an under $40 costume jewelry rule; I normally can not justify paying hundreds of dollars for jewelry that isn’t made of gold or platinum with precious or semi-precious stones.) However, I’m quite smitten with Ann Taylor’s Statement Tassel Necklace, which hits stores this spring and will retail for $68. The burnished metal finish has an antique finish, and with just a few crystals around the rim of the tassel head, the minimal look blends well with any top or dress. If I didn’t get this in my swag bag at the preview, I’d certainly be anxious to purchase it once it hits stores. Trust me, you will not be sorry with this piece!

If you can’t wait until spring, their a plenty of party perfect gems for holiday dressing on AnnTaylor.com, including the Pearl Cluster Drop Earrings ($38) and the Winter Ball Necklace ($88).

Have a bag-a-licious day!
Pamela Pekerman