Thursday, November 11, 2010

Rhumba! Item of the Week - Festoon Necklace Set

Even though we love every piece of jewelry for sale on Rhumba! Jewelry, every so often we like to showcase one of our 6,000+ items, and tell you why we love it so much. 


This week we feature this fabulously fashion-forward item:

Rhinestone Multi-chain Tassel Festoon Necklace Set







What it is: A festoon necklace set in metallic black, gray and hematite color rhinestones in patinated brass colored metal.  This glorious necklace set is a quality, contemporary take on the Victorian festoon necklace with its draped chains, medallions of darkly shaded rhinestones and dangling central tassel.
The earrings match the brooch decoration, mirroring the same style and dark rhinestone sparkle.

Why we love it: I really feel like this necklace is a perfect example of what's next in fashionable statement accessories.  It blends current trends of mixed metals, brooch-like decorations gathering pieces of necklaces, and fringe (with the tassel) - but presents them all in a new way.  Or rather, a sort of retro way, since the festoon style has been around for over a century, and have been a bold accessory since the Queen of England had the style commissioned.  Wear the necklace and earrings together for a bold and extra bling-y look, or wear them separately with any of your favorite clothes. The piece'
s sparkly neutral rhinestones make them both easy to pair with anything in your closet.  For real, you're going to see these necklaces in next year's fashion magazines, I'm sure.

Thursday, November 4, 2010

The Cutest Rhumba! Dog Contest Winners!


And the winners are....
The second runner-up, with 28 votes... Pretty!

The first runner-up, with over 62 unique votes... Lucky Fellow!

In first place, with over 101 unique votes... Pumpkin!


Congratulations to our winners!

Thank you to everyone who participated!

 Everyone's a Winner Every Day at Rhumba!

We think all of your dogs are so cute, we are awarding each contestant a prize for participating - A $10 Rhumba! Jewelry Gift Certificate, redeemable on merchandise only, now through December 12, 2010!**  Please scroll down to the bottom of this blog post to see how to claim your prize.
  
Next week, your pup's pic can be found in the background of our Dog and Poodle Jewelry Gallery! 

We had such a great time hosting this contest, and because you made it such a great success, we've decided to make it an annual event! We hope to see more contestants barking at our door next year!

Thank you, everyone!  Happy "tails" and sparkles to you all!


**Participants can claim their gift certificate by e-mailing rhumbajewelry@gmail.com. You will receive a reply with an unique gift certificate code. The gift certificates are valid only on merchandise and excludes shipping. Gift certificate codes are non-transferable and will be honored until Dec.12, 2010.

Wednesday, November 3, 2010

Rhumba! Item of the Week - Flower Stretch Ring

Even though we love every piece of jewelry for sale on Rhumba! Jewelry, every so often we like to showcase one of our 6,000+ items, and tell you why we love it so much. 

This week we feature this fun & flirty item:

Large Flower Artisan Look Flower Stretch Ring



What it isLarge flower stretch ring in matte silver tone metal with a cross-hatched texture that is accented with black. The central part of the ring features a cluster of icy clear rhinestones amid raised faceted silver tone round shapes.


Why we love it: It's big, but not too glitzy. The faceted silver tone round shapes in the center keep the central rhinestones from getting too "in-your-face" with glitter. It's perfect for the times you want to make a statement while wearing something casual. We love the artisan look of the created by the crosshatch design; it kind of emulates the plaid trend that's so hot right now.  In fact, it would make a great feminine accent to your favorite plaid flannel shirt. :)