Chic and Audaviv

Audaviv Feather Necklace

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This past month, I wore a piece by jewelry designer brand Audaviv.  The name – albeit unusual – has Latin roots: “auda” means audacity and “viv” means life.  Living life with audacity!  Love.  Audaviv reached out and after learning that the owner is not only Latina, but also CEO of this unique jewelry company, I could not refuse the collaboration!  Not long after we spoke, a gorgeous piece of jewelry arrived.

The piece: a delicate, gold-plated feather necklace.  Stunning.  Often, as a fashion blogger, I am known for my chunky costume jewelry pieces, so this is a nice change for me. Understated, sophisticated, and well…chic! And pairs so well with everything!  I wore it for the first time a couple of weekends ago.  No need for fancy outfits with this one, the necklace stands out even if only wearing a t-shirt!

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Founded in 2014, Audaviv is the online destination for jewelry enthusiasts. At Audaviv, you’ll always discover jewelry from up-and-coming designers and independent brands. Audaviv brings you jewelry that is modern, beautiful, high-quality and reasonably priced.

Always made with care, Audaviv jewelry is never mass produced or sold at big-box retailers.

When shopping at Audaviv, you can count on a highly personalized and attentive experience.

The site is filled with similar delicate and beautiful jewelry.  This particular necklace retails a mere $32 and is not yet sold out!

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The pieces are unique from month to month and the ones available now are running out fast, so don’t wait too long!  Plus, the prices are rather unbeatable for the quality and design, so they are definitely pieces you won’t want to miss! Happy shopping!

Until next time!  Stay ‘Chic’!

Chic in Academia goes to Paris

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Photo Credit/Source: Larissa Eisenstein

Well…not physically.  But I want to.  Very badly!  One day…sigh.

In the meantime, I live vicariously through my BFF (you know, best friend forever), who is currently traveling in Europe and came upon some amazing  baubles in Ol’ Pari!!  One of them, which she has planned to gift to me!!  Isn’t my bestie the BEST?! 😀

Here in the US, anyone who has visited a clothing or accessories store knows that statement necklaces are a huge trend at the moment.  Let us not forget the recent fascination with the JCrew bubble necklace:

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Photo Credit/Source:  Moi

Yes, this is MY bubble necklace.  Yes, I wanted one too!! LOL!

Or the Pegassus Stella and Dot necklace worn by celebrities such as Kourtney Kardashian,

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Shay Mitchell (Pretty Little Liars),

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as well as by one of my favorite bloggers, Wendy from Wendy’s Lookbook,

Wendy for Wendys Lookbook Blog wearing the Stella & Dot - Pegasus Necklace  If you want to buy or even earn this for *free*, contact me!

Photo Credit/Source:  http://www.wendyslookbook.com

These and other statement necklaces have been at the forefront of accessories-wear and sought after by many a bauble-afficionado, me included.

Cut to, Paris, France – fashion capital of the world.  As we all know, Paris is always at the cutting edge of fashion trends, what with its fashion houses and world-renowned designers in its midst.  So when my BFF sent me pictures of the necklaces she found while shopping in Paris, we both knew I had to share them with you all!!

Taking the bib/statement necklace trend we have seen here in the US to a whole other – let’s say couture – level, are these beauties:

Feathers, and pearls, and lace...oh my!

Feathers, and pearls, and lace…oh my!

Let's just call this feathers and crystals beauty,  'Gorgeous #1'

Let’s just call this feathers and crystals beauty, ‘Gorgeous #1’

...and 'Gorgeous #2' (a slightly darker crystal than in 'Gorgeous #1')

…and ‘Gorgeous #2’ (a slightly darker crystal than in ‘Gorgeous #1’)

Pretty in Pearls

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Photo Credit: Larissa Eisenstein & Jesus Beltran/ Model: The beautiful and best BFF!!

Aren’t these just gorgeous!?  And what’s more, they are unique.  I cannot wait to see them in person!!  Further, I cannot thank my BFF enough for thinking of me all the way from Paris!!

Finally, the more I dabble in this whole ‘fashionista’ world, the more I realize…it’s not about wearing or having what everyone else has; it’s about having and wearing what you want and like.  So, I leave you with these quotes to inspire you to create your own fashion trends and to always…stay ‘Chic’!

“Over the years I have learned that what is important in a dress is the woman who is wearing it.”
—Yves Saint Laurent

“Fashion is not necessarily about labels. It’s not about brands. It’s about something else that comes from within you.”
—Ralph Lauren

“I don’t do fashion.  I am fashion.”
—Coco Chanel