{Accessories/jewelry}: Hanging tough with Snakes, skulls, and wolves oh my!

March 29, 2011
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Can one be quintessentially feminine, dress in lace, and wear items emblazoned with skulls, snakes, wolves or daggers?
I am a lover of pink, chiffon, and floral prints but find myself increasingly drawn to these dangerous images in accessories, jewelry, and shoes.  Little by little, my love for all things tough, particularly the Alexander McQueen knuckle box clutch (the 3-D detail is divine and a worthy splurge!) has developed into some serious web stalking.  
These somewhat scary symbols are subtle and sensual when they are transformed into small statement pieces of jewelry or a belt buckle.  So why not pick up an unexpected, dangerous accessory? These items come in a wide range of prices from nOir jewelry with many pieces under $100 to vintage pieces like the 18k gold ruby ring (stunning detail!) – there is something for everyone!

Here are a few favorites.

Alexander McQueen knuckle box clutch, Alexander McQueen, $1,995

Slithering snake cuff, Rachel Roy, $42
Alexander McQueen Swarovski crystal and butterfly ring, Zappos, $280

Isabella Wolf Fang Earrings, Wendy Brandes Jewelry, $665

Oxidized silver spine ring, Shaun Leane, £155

Vintage 18k Gold Ruby Enamel Snake Serpent Ring, Portero Luxury, $695
Daggers Hoop earrings by nOir Jewelry

Do you have any dangerous accessories/jewelry?

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  • anna and the ring March 29, 2011 at 10:41

    Oh how I adore McQueen (please buy those shoes!)

  • Jessica March 29, 2011 at 11:47

    I have a dagger bangle from Noir that I love, but forget to wear – it’s hidden away in my jewelry drawer. Thanks for the nudge to pull it out! 🙂

  • jillian m. March 29, 2011 at 12:07

    i do! sort of. i guess i wouldn’t classify it as “dangerous”, but i have a ring in the shape of a lizard that i absolutely adore. and i’m in love with all skull jewelry. love the edginess and rock it brings to a look.

    the alexander mcqueen skull and butterflies ring is my fave!

  • LifeasKristina March 29, 2011 at 12:19

    Wow-I want to order some! My mom is obsessed with skulls (“nice skulls, not mean ones” as she says)-this would be perrrrrfect!

  • Fashion Meets Food March 29, 2011 at 12:21

    I would never wear any of these things… they just don`t match my style. However they are so much fun and beyond gorgeous!

    xo

  • Heart Charlie March 29, 2011 at 12:29

    Awesome jewelry! I love the Isabella Wolf Fang Earrings! No unfortunately I do not have dangerous jewelry, but it looks like I should get some!

  • indie.electronic.alternative. March 29, 2011 at 12:30

    you had me at skulls. i’m obsessed with skulls and snakes when it comes to jewelry. but that mcqueen purse is freaking unbelievable.
    http://indieelectronicalternative.blogspot.com/

  • Kim March 29, 2011 at 13:20

    I love that clutch! If only I had an extra $2K lying around . . . I have a Betsy Johnson skull and dagger necklace that I love – Betsy is the epitome of feminine clothes, so if she is dabbling in the girly/tough arena, I think that means all of us can!

  • Diana Mieczan March 29, 2011 at 13:27

    Oh my goodness, those pieces are amazing! I so want to get a few:) Happy Tuesday, darling
    Kisses

  • Julie and Lauren March 29, 2011 at 13:30

    Those are all fierce and I love it!
    Xox

  • tjalaine March 29, 2011 at 14:32

    That clutch is amazing! Too bad it’s way out of my budget, but thanks for sharing!!!

  • Krysten @ After 'I Do' March 29, 2011 at 14:41

    Oooh those are awesome.

  • Giovanna March 29, 2011 at 14:41

    Love these…I really want those dagger hoops.

  • Tanvi March 29, 2011 at 14:44

    I can’t decide what I want more!! I want it ALL! 😛

    ♡ from © tanvii.com

  • WendyB March 29, 2011 at 14:57

    Thanks for including me!

  • BigAppleNosh March 29, 2011 at 15:44

    Love these – work it! 🙂

  • Jennifer Fabulous March 29, 2011 at 18:28

    My heart almost stopped when I saw these. Complete and utter fabulousness!! I especially love that clutch. Sigh.

  • Anna of IHOD March 29, 2011 at 19:57

    Wow, stunning pieces! So unique and eye catching.

  • Jaime @ La vie...J'aime March 29, 2011 at 20:51

    loving the rachel roy cuff! i have an erica anenberg double finger snake ring.

  • Sick by Trend March 29, 2011 at 20:52

    so cool these accessories and jewelry! thanks for sharing.

    xx

    http://www.sickbytrend.com

  • Audrey Allure March 29, 2011 at 22:02

    So stunning! Love that snake belt.

  • audelia March 29, 2011 at 22:09

    i love everything! xo

  • drollgirl March 29, 2011 at 22:12

    love all of this!!! i would rather be tough and dangerous with the accessories than DAINTY AND PRISSY!

  • THE ALTERNATIVE WIFE March 29, 2011 at 22:39

    I’m the same exact way! Love!!! 🙂

  • KB March 29, 2011 at 22:41

    I love the concept behind your blog! If you need some extra chic, I have a giveaway over on my blog you might be interested in!

    xoxo,
    Krystal
    apinchoflovely.blogspot.com

  • Twenty.Something March 29, 2011 at 23:33

    Love that clutch! I’ve been wanting it forever.

    I have a slight obsession with snake rings… I have so many! I can’t get enough.

    http://artfashiontwentysomething.blogspot.com

  • lauren lanza osias March 29, 2011 at 23:53

    i totally need a dangerous piece of jewelry. i love all them. let the shopping begin.

    http://laurenlanzaosias.blogspot.com
    the “it” bag…

  • Punctuation Mark March 30, 2011 at 01:10

    i love the clutch… very cool!

  • LyddieGal March 30, 2011 at 02:01

    That clutch is amazing, and it absolutely feminine. Quite the financial plunge for something you probably can’t even fit your iphone into however…

    Chic on the Cheap

  • Alena March 30, 2011 at 02:25

    Oh, these are fun!! Flirty too. I don’t own any dangerous jewelry, but now I’m thinking that I need to shake up my belongings a bit 🙂

  • Kimberlee March 30, 2011 at 03:52

    I’m obsessed with skulls and LOVE nOir jewelry 🙂 Glad you turning to the darker side hehe

  • honey my heart March 30, 2011 at 07:26

    to have that first clutch would be so fun 🙂

  • Roxy Heart March 30, 2011 at 08:48

    Not stuff I’d wear but they are super creative and fun!
    http://fashuhneestah.blogspot.com/

  • Courtney March 30, 2011 at 14:26

    Cool post! I love these. The snake cuff is my favorite – it’s totally bad ass in a Cleopatra sorta way, plus it’s affordable, which is always a big plus. 🙂

  • Oh to Be a Muse March 30, 2011 at 20:44

    and yes, of course! feminine in lace and funky in daggers! this is my favorite type of jewelry–love all the pieces here.

  • Kristin March 31, 2011 at 00:42

    A McQueen knuckle duster clutch will forever be on my lust list!

  • Yvette March 31, 2011 at 09:16

    every piece is gorgeous! love the mcqueen clutch the most!

    xoxo
    http://www.afashionhouseofcards.blogspot.com
    New update online! Come check it out!

  • Bren Herrera April 1, 2011 at 04:02

    that AQ clutch gets me every time. I loooove it. All of them actually! xo.

    Bren
    B So Chic!
    http://www.bsochic.blogspot.com

  • Aquí April 11, 2011 at 21:34

    gorgeous jewelry! Congrats on making the links á la mode list 🙂

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