Dang, I Love an Arm Party.

There are two trends I am currently obsessed with: neon and arm parties. Today, we will focus on the latter. (But how can I not tell you about these neon J. Crew Shorts... I have them in pink and feel like I need them in highlighter yellow. I mean, hello, Bon Lemon yellow. It is a business expense.)


Photo courtesy of Chicktopia.

Okay, okay. I digress. The Arm Party. Which, by the, way, has been trademarked by the Man Repeller. Side note: Trademarking cool sayings is lame. It makes me want to move to some rogue country just so people can live their lives knowing it is their responsibility not to fall off of a big cliff even if there isn't a guard rail and they can go around saying, "amazeballs arm party, amazeballs arm party, amazeballs arm party!" without fear of a lawsuit. But we will give credit to the uber talented, creative, and lawyered up Man Repeller for coining the term arm party. Dang, I love an arm party.


Photo courtesy of rushhourfashion.com

So what is an arm party? Urban Dictionary defines it as, " When somebody (usually/hopefully a girl) wears a bunch of different bracelets on the same arm, sometimes using many bright colors or different materials/metals is called an arm party. The more the merrier! I.e. that girl with the huge arm party thinks she's ke$ha, her bracelets weigh more than she does!"


Photo courtesy of mstwirlyskirt.com

Why do we love the arm party? Because it is a fashion trend that gives us an excuse to wear all of our accessories at once! I love Coco Chanel as much as the next gal, but the arm party throws her "take one accessory off when you leave the house" idea out on it's head. Instead, put one on!

So, you may be asking yourself: How do I get invited to the arm party? Follow these steps, grab a glass of something sparkling, and the arm party has begun!

1. First things first. We must build the foundation. Start with these fab crystal bangles. Sparkle goes with everything and is a great place to get the party started.



2. Next, add something thick to make your party work for day or evening. Our stingray bracelets are a steal and a layer of nature.



Or try one of these genuine snakeskin bracelets in any color. They bend to fit your wrist and are super on trend for Spring/Summer.



3. Now, you need a little metal to round out your look. This link bracelet is a staff favorite and goes with everything.



4. Last, but not least, add your own pop of color. (Add a couple colors and then you are REALLY hip.) This tropical coral bracelet is stretchy and comfy.



Or, for those of you who can't get enough sparkle, this is a great piece to add a little bit of subtle sparkle as well as some fresh color.



Can you hear the music? And see the beautiful people? You have arrived at the arm party. Feel free to add more bracelets from your personal collection. There are no rules. And there is definitely no such thing as too much.

For those of you who thought that was a lot of effort and just want it to be a little easier, come to our It's a Spring Thing... Party on April 27th to see our new line: little b. It is a locally designed, ready-made-arm party. Sets of 2, 3, or 5. No thinking involved. Throw them on and go. (And we love shopping local.)

What does YOUR arm party look like? Do you include a signature watch? Or, gasp, neon?


Photo courtesy of A Pair & A Spare

Check out our Arm Party Contest and post pics on Facebook to win swag.

Coming Next Week...

A few of my favorites (let's be honest, I love them all) that will be coming to the website next week. This staggered wood bracelet is so cute! Stretchy to fit all wrists. Are you drooling yet?



We can't get enough stacking crystal rings. You've seen them in silver. Now check out the gold version. Perfect for every season, but these will look great with a summer tan.



And how about this wood and sterling bangle. Love the geometric, mod shape. A subtle nod to the 70's, but so right now.

This and more coming to www.bonlemon.com next week. And remember, free shipping.

The Oscars Sparkle

--Jake and Maggie were my favorite "couple" of the evening. So fab! (I know everyone else hates the dress, but I kind of liked it. And I love those two. Cute. Cute. Cute.)--

I was going to write a blog about the accessories of The Oscars. The dresses always take center stage, but some of the sparkle is just as jaw dropping. I was looking for pictures online and found a blog that had already done a perfect job of reporting on all the fabulous jewelry. Why reinvent the wheel? After all, imitation is the best form of flattery. Here is the run down of the hottest accessories of the night. (Maggie's Fred Leighton vintage platinum and diamond bracelet with emerald and sapphire brooch was my fav. Love!)

http://dulceluxe.blogspot.com/2010/03/jewels-of-2010-oscars.html (For some reason, my hyperlink button isn't working. Sorry!)

Mexican Winter Collection

I have always loved travelling and finding treasures in unexpected places. One of the best things about Bon Lemon is my ability to pass those finds onto you! After a week in Mexico, I determined I could buy higher quality, less expensive sterling from Thailand, but I was very impressed with the local bead work. So, I found a good sample of bracelets, belts, clutches, and coin purses to bring home to you. All are handmade in a village outside Puerto Vallarta, providing sustainable jobs for local residents. There were a handful of other modern pieces I was drooling over, but they just weren't a good enough value to make the Bon Lemon cut. Sexy and fabulous, but a bit overpriced. The exception were the layered, silk earrings I found. Although, they aren't inexpensive, they are reasonably priced, high quality, and super chic! Bon Lemon in a nutshell :) Here's a little video preview of what we will have for you in January. Come by the shoppe, check us out at a trunk show, or call us to reserve your favorite piece (or pieces :).

Technical difficulties... Video won't load. More pics coming soon!

Sterling and Waxed Cotton Circle Bracelet

This is our Hump Day Half-Off Special of the week. (As requested by one of our biggest supporters.) Thanks to all of you who follow our Blog and Facebook page and take advantage of these great offers.

Regularly $32. Today only, $16.

Avilable at: http://www.bonlemon.com/item_252/Sterling-and-Waxed-Cotton-Circle-Bracelet.htm

Contest!

We love contests! So, we're having another one!

Win this fabulous triple wrap turquoise and leather bracelet with a sterling button closure. It is handmade in Toronto by Naruuko. Valued at $120. Gorgeous!

Contest Details:
All you have to do is post a picture of yourself on Bon Lemon's Facebook page wearing your Bon Lemon goodies. Could be a bracelet, could be earrings, could be a scarf. Anything from Bon Lemon. The more creative the better. On Thanksgiving, we will draw a winner from all of our entries. Just our way of saying thanks to all of our Bon Lemon supporters.

Happy photographing!

Ernesto de Barcelona is here!

We are sooo excited! The Ernesto de Barcelona has arrived. We love this stuff. It is not for our delicate, sterling loving clients, but it is for you ladies who love, big, bold, European, lucite jewelry.

Available at www.bonlemon.com

Website

A website, is not a website, without things to look at. I have put quite a few items on the site, but now it is time for the second push. I am getting a late start, as I woke with a migraine this morning. Does anyone know how to get rid of those darn things?

But after a slow start, I am on the scene. And this week will be dedicated to getting things on the website, so people can shop without getting dressed. (Fabulous!) You will soon see many more of our signature item: cocktail rings! Many more scarves, earrings, necklaces, hair accessories, and bracelets. Our branded stuff is coming in for fall and that will soon be uploaded as well.

www.bonlemon.com will soon be easier to shop for everyone and everyone on your list.