Tuesday, July 7, 2009

Tom Binns on a Recessionista’s Budget

Women will never run out of fascination for jewelry! And when its designed by Tom Binns, then it’s nothing less than a fantasy. Each of his creations is a masterpiece, be it some kind of modern junk, assorted bead patterns or something more classic like stone-studded necklaces and cuffs. His pieces have been called “trash to treasures.”

He once took photos of the crown jewels and used the actual laminated images in his own jewelry. He plays with the concept of high-low, demystifies "diamonds" by painting them in neon colors, and elevates ordinary sea glass to gem status. His work is intelligent and humorous, and Michelle Obama has also discovered his ironic charm and now owns several of his pieces. I love how his pieces are feminine but tough at the same time. He currently works out of Venice Beach after leaving New York. He has mastered his craft and designs chokers, necklaces, funky bracelets and much more.

Here are some pictures of his jewels:

Carmen


Nouveau Rag


Medusa


Anna


Masai


You could go over to his store in NYC to check out some more of his collections.

Tom Binns Megastore

Address: 41 Perry Street, New York, N.Y.
Telephone Number: (917) 475-1412


Here are some pictures of celebrities rockin' Tom Binns:

Ashanti with her Tom Binns necklace


Jessica Biel and her Tom Binns necklace


Rachel Bilson and her Tom Binns necklace


Beyonce with Tom Binns bracelet and ring posing with designer, Thierry Mugler


Tom Binns #1 customer, Michelle Obama







His jewelry is absolutely gorgeous, but one piece costs hundreds and that can leave a huge dent in your wallet. But don't worry, most of these looks are pretty easy to recreate on a Recessionista’s budget with a trip to your local F21! Here are some Tom Binns inspired necklaces I bought from F21:

April Floral Necklace



Painted Jewels Choker Necklace, I have this one in magenta also!



Pearl Bead Drape Necklace



Pearl Chain Drape Necklace



Pretty Posies Necklace



Princess Jeweled Necklace



Soraya Beaded Necklace



Petite Posies Necklace, I have this in white also!



Jeweled Flower Drop Necklace



Rainbow Jewel Drop Necklace



Crystal Strands Necklace



Teardrop Bead Flower Necklace


Visit Rina's blog for more pictures of Tom Binns designs!

1 comment:

  1. I LOOOOOOOVE your Princess, Petite Posies and Jeweled Flower necklaces - nice treasures from F21!! Thanks for the tip; I'll have to stop in tomorrow :)

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