Night Watch

It's nice to figure out what time it is from something other than your cellphone right? So how about upgrading from nothing to a blinged-out watch from Fossil. With a jewelry clasp closure and what I can only guess to be cut glass since no description is available, at first glance the watch has the appearance of a gaudy crystal bracelet. Available in silver and gold tone, I suggest you get them both and wear them stacked together. Niceness. ($95)

Laureate

I have seen goldwork embroidery on ancient textiles and artwork, but cannot recall having seen it interpreted into a stunning piece of jewelry until now. British designer Rheanna Lingham has burst onto the scene with her feather creations and a beguiling piece of wearable art simply called, gold embroidered necklace . Due to lack of description, I'm guessing that it's created from Gold Bullion, which is a very fine hollow tube of 2% gold cut and sewn down like a bead and traditionally used on military uniforms or church vestments. The double laurel design is backed with dark colored felt or velvet cloth with an goldtone metal chain. The absolutely flawless technique, uncommon since the middle ages won't be seen on many a neck this century. Pair with a black cashmere turtleneck or a gorgeous Chanel LBD. ($178)

Girl with a Pearl Earring

When one hasn't got cable, one tends to view lots of PBS and C-Span. If I've managed to learn anything from Antiques Roadshow, it's that pearl jewelry simply does not lose its value. I've also learned, thanks to a lovely pearl documentary, that creating altogether round (cultured) pearls was no easy feat, perfected by Mikimoto-san of Japan. A by-product from the simple sea-mollusk, the deep-sea lovely has been coveted by royals for centuries. Mr. Mikimoto made them available to the masses with his ingenious techniques, fashion dignitaries like Coco Chanel made them en vogue. Pearl madness has led me to the Legacy Earrings, a recreation from the Mikimoto archives of the 1920s and 1930s created from Akoya Cultured Pearls and Diamonds, set in 18K White Gold. Lovey! ($3,150)

Simply Irresistible

Looking for a lovely estate piece without the five-figure price tag? Go for the quartz! That's right, the most copious mineral in the Earth's crust has been a popular jewelry making material for ages, why stop now? Blood diamonds be damned, pure Austrian quartz crystals are where it's at. Elegantly wrought in 24K gold and worthy of a silver-screen star, the clear quartz crystal bracelet is designed for maximum sparkle. ($650)

Appealing to the Base

This classic gold bangle bracelet is polished 24K perfection, a great addition for any serious jewelry collection. Like the basic tanktop, the gold bracelet is the base to your jewelry wardrobe. Lovely on it's own, but best worn in pairs, the silky smooth gold looks great stacked in combination with the same. A great investment piece which will retain it's value despite the tanking dollar. ($1,700)

Romancing The Stone

Break out the gypsy skirts, lace, Victorian boots, and wild hair to achieve that Frida Khalo meets Stevie Nicks bohemian look this Spring. Top it all off with sumptuous accessories like chunky necklaces, bracelets, and this luxurious brown leather belt with a brass and jade stone buckle. ($403)

Cuff Me

Shine like Fort Knox with 4-5 of these 18k gold plated geometric cuff bracelets stacked on your wrists from Kenneth Jay Lane. The hinge makes for easy on and off, wear them over long sleeves for a bewitching look. ($100)

Slytherin

Cuff bracelets rock! I like them because they stay in place on your wrist. Some like the jangly noises associated with multiple bangle bracelets, I do not. Cuffs are classic throughout the history of bracelets, and snake emblems were very popular in ancient Rome. This sexy black enamel bracelet from Kenneth Jay Lane features a crystal studded snake. I'll take two please. ($276)

Hair Apparent

I like to imagine that the ancient Egyptians (the royal ones anyways) kept those heavy wigs in place with beautiful 22kt gold hair ornaments like this copy from the Metropolitan Museum. A fabulous solid piece of handcrafted hair jewelry, the museum commissioned limited quantities for collectors, connoisseurs, and fashionistas. Traditionally used materials, lapis to ward off evil, and turquoise for luck and healing, are carved into the shape of lotus blossoms to decorate the fan shaped crown. This one gets future heirloom status. ($5,750)

Flower Belle

It's not Dior fine jewelry, but a lovely vintage rhinestone necklace set in gold tone metal. Costume jewelry is best worn for fine events where bling is de rigueur. Channel Brooklyn native Mae West for wardrobe cues; long, clingy, silk sheaths with low draped necklines, a fur cape, bejeweled clutch purse, and man killer shoes. "Say what you want about long dresses, but they cover a multitude of shins." ($750)

Pearl Jam

Every girl needs pearls; a traditional 16" single strand to begin with and something a bit funky for a second piece. My vote is for the graduated quadruple strand freshwater pearl necklace, connected by Swarovski crystal studded hardware to a single pearl strand with a metal closure. Pearls can turn any outfit into a class act — decidedly vintage inspired, wear the delicate gems with a jewel-toned party dress, a bridal gown or even denim and peep toe pumps. Lovey! ($139)

One Starry Night

Hair artist Nedjetti created some truly unique hairdos for me during 30 Dates in 30 Days, and in the future I shall embellish those styles with Swarovski crystal hairpins. The most useful of all hair ornaments, hairpins not only secure the hair in place, but also decorate it. Top quality, brilliant cut crystals, white alabaster, white opal and rhodium plating are the necessary ingredients for these starry pins. A small flash of elegance to be worn singly or altogether to compliment a special style, makes a great holiday gift too. ($100)

Romantic Notions

Go ahead and call me a romantic, but there's something sweet and atypically feminine about ribbons. Women of the past used frippery, notions, trims and tassels to decorate every bit of finery from lingerie to bonnets. Ribbon-wrapped bangles, are most likely the one piece of ornamentation you currently don't have. Available in 10 colors, each is embellished with a Swarovski crystals-studded bow for added bling. Smashing over white leather debutante gloves, stack them or wear singularly on each wrist. (€38/$54)

Kiss My Asp

As the supreme ruler of Egypt, Cleopatra used her wit and guile to charm a few snakes in her lifetime. Gold and diamonds were valued then as they are now, and I'm quite certain she would have gone gaga over these gorgeous 18kt gold snake earrings. Intricate details abound upon these unusual doorknockers; from the textured scales to the forked tongue and diamond eyes, they're sure to be future heirlooms. As an empress by birth, and ruler of my very own 450sq ft fiefdom, they are a necessary addition to my paltry, but growing jewelry collection. ($5500)

Trend Bucker

Presidential candidate Barak Obama recently made headlines for his decision to forgo the American flag pin as a visible sign of his patriotism. Like the "awareness" ribbons of the '90s, the flag trend is nearing an end of it's lapel domination and making way for lighter fare like this 14kt yellow gold crown stick pin. Fashion and glamour are the only statements I want to make with my choice of jewelry... this one says "all hail the queen!" ($395)

Queen Me

There's a reason why the queen piece is the most powerful in the game of chess... she can move in more than one direction, plunder the enemy, and kick ass! Have your queen moment with this sterling silver crown message ring from Seattle's Fancy Jewels. The smooth serrated edge promises not to put a runner in your hosiery but could still scratch up a bitch during fisticuffs. Choose your own message, but "Queen" fits best methinks. ($62)

Cave Chic

Dinosaur Designs, an Australian design group, has a marvelous selection of resin jewelry and homewares. All pieces are cast, drilled, sanded and finished by hand like this polished resin cuff bracelet from the Goddess collection. Not entirely out of place adorning the wrist of a stylish cavewoman, the swirl and dot motif is similar to something you might find on a prehistoric cave painting. I'm loving the organic form, it's completely modern but with an ancient sensibility. ($190)

Lock You Long Time

Live out your fantasies of becoming a secret agent girl with this Swarovski studded USB memory key cleverly disguised as a lock. Small, lightweight, removable and rewritable, use it to transport and store up to 1 GB of top secret files, photos and songs. Flashy yet innocuous, lock up all of your valuable data and wear it on a long silver chain. ($178)

Pay It Forward

Do gooder website Gaiam.com peddles all sorts of "green living" products, from solar powered cell phone chargers to organic cotton bedding. The site also offers support and practical assistance to artisans throughout the developing world by selling their wares. This gorgeous zulugrass beaded necklace is made by Kenya's Maasai women, the cash they've earned has raised their family status and pays for the education of their children. Champion the indepence of enterprising women on the great continent, and look good doin' it too. ($32)

Hoop-La

The most prized of all metals, gold is one of the most recognizable symbols of wealth. Ancient cultures mined, bent, forged and hammered the ore into natural shapes to adorn their bodies. Reminiscent of a primitive relic, the handcrafted 18K Soleil Crescent hoop earrings have a modern organic feel as well. Designed by former sculptor Shaesby Scott, they're certain to survive this age and beyond. ($660)