ear cuffs

I like the look of ear cuffs. It's a nice alternative to the earring--kinda like the tea ring, I suppose? What are your thoughts on them?

images via Mr. Kate

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JLuxeBoutique[dot]com

It's never too soon to get viral, people! Our splash page went live yesterday! We're working on a full site with online shopping capabilities but in the meantime, you can sign up to receive e-mail updates!

Check it out and let us know what you think!

-Jessica

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Organization is Key

I found these great tips on how to keep your closet organized via Bungalux. Love them so I thought I'd share!

TEN WAYS TO LUX-UP YOUR CLOSET BY ANDREA RAPKE

1. NO MATTER HOW MUCH OR LITTLE SPACE YOUR CLOSETS HAVE, KEEP EVERYTHING UNIFORM. BUY GOOD HANGERS (WE RECOMMEND REAL SIMPLE'S HUGGABLE HANGERS FROM BB&B - $29.95 FOR 50) SO EVERYTHING HANGS AT THE SAME HEIGHT. IT GIVES YOU MORE SPACE AND PROTECTS CLOTHING.
2. CLEAN OUT ITEMS YOU HAVEN'T WORN IN 2 YEARS OR CAN'T FIT INTO. WE SUGGEST STORING MAJOR PIECES OF DESIGNER AND VINTAGE YOU WANT TO PASS ALONG TO THE NEXT GENERATION OF FASHIONISTAS, SELLING DESIGNER PIECES YOU'LL NEVER WEAR AGAIN, AND DONATING THE ITEMS OF NO VALUE. MAKE ROOM FOR THAT NEW LANVIN YOU'RE LUSTING OVER!
3. EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN. TAKE CARE OF YOUR EXPENSIVE PURCHASES SUCH AS SHOES, BAGS, AND LUGGAGE AT PLACES LIKE ARTURO'S IN BEVERLY HILLS. REPAIR CLOTHES AS SOON AS THERE'S A PROBLEM. IT'S NO FUN PACKING FOR A TRIP AND HAVING TO LEAVE SOMETHING OUT BECAUSE YOU FORGOT TO FIX A TEAR OR A HOLE.
4. DON'T STORE CLOTHES IN PLASTIC BAGS. CHEMICALS IN THE PLASTIC AND FROM THE DRY CLEANER BREAK DOWN THE FIBERS AND DAMAGE ALL CLOTHING. NO EXCEPTIONS.
5. KEEPING YOUR SHOES "HEEL / TOE" SAVES SPACE AND ALLOWS YOU TO SEE HEELS AND TOES FOR LADIES AND LACES AND SLIP-ONS FOR MEN.
6. IF YOU CAN'T SEE IT, YOU WON'T WEAR IT! DON'T KEEP PURSES (OR ANYTHING) IN BAGS OR SHOES IN SHOE BOXES.
7. AS EVERYONE'S MOTHER HAS TOLD THEM, THROW OUT OLD SOCKS, UNDERWEAR, T-SHIRTS AND SWEATS (UNLESS YOU'RE SERIOUSLY EMOTIONALLY ATTACHED TO THEM - IN WHICH CASE YOU SHOULD PROBABLY SEE A THERAPIST...).
8. PRETEND YOU'RE A PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZER AND CREATE A SYSTEM FOR ACCESSORIES YOU WEAR OFTEN AND FOR ITEMS YOU DON'T. BASEBALL CAPS, BELTS, SCARVES, STOCKINGS, ETC. SHOULD BE STORED IN THE ORDER THEY'RE MOST OFTEN USED. DRAWER DIVIDERS ARE AN INEXPENSIVE SOLUTION TO KEEPING DRAWERS IN MILITARY ORDER.
9. TAKE CARE OF YOUR SWEATERS AND COATS. BUY CEDAR AND LAVENDER AND SWITCH THEM OUT OFTEN. YOUR CLOSET (AND YOU!) WILL SMELL SEXY.
10. 10. DON'T KEEP DIRTY CLOTHES IN THE CLOSET. THEY MAKE EVERYTHING ELSE SMELL DIRTY. IF YOU HAVE SMELLY SHOES IN THERE, BUY INSERTS FOR THEM OR TOSS THEM AND SPLURGE ON THOSE NEW CHLOE BOOTS YOU'VE BEEN DROOLING OVER.

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Letters to J. Luxe

One of our favorite readers left a question on one of our posts and I thought it'd be a good idea to post for all to read. If you all feel you can add to my response, please feel free to do so in our comments section.

Y wrote,


"Hey J, Can you tell us which trends will be big this Fall? I'm anxious to start buying some stuff to update my collection, but want to make sure I'm heading down the right path. what do you think?"

Dear Y,


I would invest in a pair of wax-coated denim in a burgundy or gray color (pictured below). I really love this color and the coated concept is interesting. Try Hudson or J Brand jeans. For readers in the El Paso area, check out Hommework or Pure Denim.

Hudson coated denim

J Brand

Another trend I'm absolutely obsessed with right now is rose gold. Check our post from earlier this week called A Rose is a Rose is a Rose.

Earrings, J. Luxe

The motorcycle boot. I love pairing androgynous items with very feminine pieces. Zara's got a couple of AMAZING boots I've currently got my eye on. 

Boots, Zara

Boots, Zara

Pleated or flowy maxi skirts. Try a tank and blazer or a crop top with it. 

Pleated maxi skirt, Aryn K. Available at J. Luxe

Rachel Zoe

Gilt

If you have any questions for us, please feel free to e-mail me at  jessica@jluxeboutique.com

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A Rose is a Rose is a Rose

And here, our rose gold delights. Enjoy!

Rose gold hamsa with black stones

Rose gold coin necklace; silver bow necklace

Rose gold skull; Silver/Gold wishbone

Rose gold mesh wrap-style bracelet

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About a Man

I've had my eyes on masculine design elements lately. Sure, I do a double-take when I see a handsome man walk past me, but in terms of decor, there are some things I instantly lock eyes with.

Painting by Elizabeth Bauman, via Sebastian Foster

Pillows, West Elm

West Elm

Paper Mache Animals, West Elm

Gilt

Horse Bookend, West Elm

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J. Luxe in The Stanton Mag!

The Stanton Mag wrote a beautiful feature about our new store! A very special thank you to Amy Arsenault, Farzad Farrokhnia and photographer Edward Louis for working on this together! We LOVE it!

To read the story, click here.

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The J. Luxe Goods

Our new sales girl, Yael, and I have been having a whole lot of fun styling and playing dress up. Here are a few of our favorite accessories this week.

To see more photos of J. Luxe goods, please visit our Facebook page.

Band of Gypsys bracelets have finally arrived! They're even better in person :)

Rose sparkle band paired with an initial ring. Band available in silver too.

Sparkle stackables

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506 1/2

By request, some photos of the new apartment. I love it.

Local art. 

Vintage trunk used as a coffee table

I bought the dining room set at a flea market for about $70. We got them reupholstered in a hounds tooth print for fun. 

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