
Tropical Punch Ring by Erickson Beamon, Charm & Chain
Charm & Chain is the brain-child of Ali Galgano, who in 2008, had the genius idea of offering a highly curated collection of fashion jewelry online. Ali has an amazing eye and rich knowledge of jewelry and gemology, which has helped her to attract some of the top names in the business: Alexis Bittar, Kara Ross and Erickson Beamon among others. As luck would have it, Charm & Chain carries many of the jewelry designers worn by the First Lady. It has become my first stop when trying to identify Mrs. O's lucite bangle bracelets or bejeweled statement necklaces. I was delighted to have the chance to hear a bit of Ali's perspective on Mrs. O's jewelry picks:
MT: Mrs. Obama wears jewelry made by several Charm & Chain designers. As the creative force behind Charm & Chain, will you tell us a bit about what you appreciate in each of these designers?
AG: Alexis Bittar's jewelry is fashion forward but all about wearability -- there is something for everyone in his collection. I love Erickson Beamon because to me, the jewelry is wearable art; the pieces are totally avant-garde, but still approachable. Fenton/Fallon jewelry embraces a distinct downtown edginess and instantly ups the cool quotient of any outfit. All of Kara Ross' designs feel very luxe, and her use of unusual skins in the pieces -- such as stingray and lizard -- are unexpected and chic.
MT: Is there another jewelry designer you'd love to see Mrs. Obama wear?
AG: I'd love to see Mrs. O in Dori Csengeri or Lizzie Fortunato Jewels. Both designers create such exquisite pieces with a distinct handcrafted feel. I think given Mrs. O's appreciation of small details, she'd be really inspired by these collections. I'd also love to see her in a one of a kind Lulu Frost piece made with 1920s art deco pieces -- Lulu Frost pieces have a rich history and a distinct specialness, kind of like Mrs. O herself!
Charm & Chain has been so kind as to offer two exclusive offers to Mrs-O.org readers.
- Mrs. O readers will receive 15% off any Charm & Chain purchase through April 30, 2011 by entering MRSOGIVEAWAY at checkout.
- Mrs. O readers who sign up for the Charm & Chain newsletter now through April 30, 2011 will have a chance to win an Alexis Bittar Gold Crystal Encrusted Crevice Hinge Bracelet, seen below. To enter, sign up for the Charm & Chain mailing list on their homepage, HERE. The winner will be announced during the first week of May.
Enjoy and Good Luck! xx Mrs. T
