Billie Jean

The Pear

The pear cut shaped diamond. When I look at it what do I see?? Elegance, beauty & a piece of "frosting" that is incredibly unique. A pear cut diamond isn't for everyone. It is for those who can appreciate the things in life that are a little bit different.

This is my grandmother's ring. The ring that my grandfather passed down to me when I got married. Last May, right before Joey & I's second wedding anniversary, Joey took me to look at rings for the big day. And what shape was I drawn to? The pear. I fell in love with it right away. It's not a shape that you see on too many people. And that's a positive thing. Who wants to see their ring on everyone else? So when Brilliant Earth contacted me about doing this post and picking out my favorite diamond shape, I didn't really have to think about it too much. I already knew what shape I was going to pick.

Brilliant Earth is an engagement ring website that has some of the most beautiful rings I have ever seen!! Ah, my eyes!! Sparkle, sparkle, sparkle!! If I was a bride-to-be or a man in search for the perfect ring for his perfect lady, I'd have a hard time picking which one I liked best!! The company is extremely well-rounded and has a big heart. Their mission is "to transform the jewelry industry by demonstrating transparency, responsibility, and compassion." And how are they different? First, they have a beyond conflict free guarantee, second, they use recycled precious metals, and third, they give back 5% of their profits. 

Here is my favorite pear cut shaped diamond from Brilliant Earth, along with a style board that I put together:

Photo Source: BHLDN & Brilliant Earth

A link to all of the women's wedding rings here and their engagment rings here. You can also check out their antique rings, custom made rings, their top 20 rings and men's wedding rings. There are too many choices!! Good luck picking just one!! 

Do you like the pear shape as well?? When you look at the pear shaped diamond, what do you see?? Or what do you think of? I instantly start singing, "Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend." I also think of Vivienne Leigh. The first word that comes to mind is "vintage" ...closely followed by "unique." And, I of course always think of the fruit. I know that's silly, but it's true. One last thing, I picture a bride who is styled in a short dress, with a birdcage veil and eating pastel colored macaroons.

Q & A a day // 4

Question on March 10th, 2014: "What was the last movie you rented?"

Answer: And can you guess it?? ....Last Vegas!! I am sorry, I know I am only in my twenties and I guess movies about "old farts" aren't suppose to be funny to me yet, but this movie was hilarious!! One day, Joey & I will be those old people. And I hope that we will be in Vegas celebrating something. Maybe our 50th anniversary. We're crazy like that, folks! Just kidding. Anyways, these pictures are not "real life" ...they are a photo op, just in case anyone was wondering!! I am sure there is someone out there that thinks these are real photo I took after a crazy night. The only types of "crazy" nights that Joey & I have around here are renting movies from Redbox. Seriously. We don't get out much. I guess we are old farts. 

Blue Nile Giveaway (CLOSED)

Hello readers!! I am excited to announce a collaboration between myself and Blue Nile diamonds and fine jewelry today on the ole blog!! We are giving away a beautiful, sterling silver, infinity bracelet to ONE, lucky, Billie Jean reader!!

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The only mandatory entry is to visit the Blue Nile site and leave a comment below with one piece (other than this fabulous bracelet) that you'd love to see in your stocking this year for Christmas or simply from a loved one/friend this holiday season!! You can also follow Blue Nile and/or myself on any social media sites for additional entries if you wish. You can leave one comment for each additional entry or you can leave one comment below with the mandatory entry and all of your additional entries! Just make sure you leave your account names (Twitter, IG, Facebook) as well in the comment!! You must follow Blue Nile and myself on these account (if you have chosen to do so for additional entries) until the end of the giveaway, next Monday, December 16th. The giveaway will end at midnight, the winner will be chosen at random and announced the following day, Tuesday, December 17th! The winner has two days to respond to my email, if the winner has not responded by then, I will choose another winner at random. 

You can quickly find Blue Nile on their various, social media accounts below:

 

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||Blue Nile Instagram or @BLUENILEDIAMOND|| 

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||Blue Nile Pinterest or @Blue Nile|| 

 

All of my social media links are on my sidebar and thank you in advance for entering!! I hope everyone enjoys this giveaway and happy holidays!! 

If you have found something sweet that you love, here is a discount code: bnhh10 for 10% off your purchase!! Happy shopping folks!!

Congratulations, NANCY! 

Two Years

Hello,

Today marks my two year wedding anniversary. I find that on a day like this, it is similar to how you wake up on your birthday, ya know, all excited. Although now, when I wake up on my birthday...I wish I woke up younger, not older. Ha! Anyways, because Joey & I are here in Baton Rouge by ourselves, we couldn't go out on a date just the two of us. Which is fine because Tory is a cute third wheel. I matched her in pink with me & just like last year, I decided to wear a white dress. Wearing white on your wedding anniversary is probably something that a lot of other women do, but I hope that it is a fashion tradition that I uphold every year. I like the idea. Happy anniversary darling! Muah! Until next time! 

Blue Polkadots

||Dress, Anthropologie||Jacket, Cartonnier||Boots, Jasper & Jeera||Necklace, Anthropologie||Sunglasses, Ray Ban||Purse, Kate Spade||

Hello Honeybees,

Joey & I decided to spend the day in New Orleans. Why? Because why not? Little Miss Elizabeth Taylor is in Texas with my mom so we thought that driving the hour to New Orleans seemed like a good idea. Especially since I didn't have work & neither did he. Sunday funday it was. I think Jackson Square is probably my favorite part of the French Quarter. The buildings are so beautiful, although I wish that they were a little more kept up (& the streets were less smelly). Stanleys was a great place to eat a late lunch, Pat O' Brien's for a hurricane & then the Oyster Bar for a small appetizer & dessert. I have to say that today was a pretty great day. No stress, except for when I was trying to figure out the "hair bun" that I just got at Urban Outfitters. Finally figured it out. Thank goodness. 

My entire outfit is obviously from Anthropologie (since I work there). Now, I don't want to shop anywhere else because I hate paying full price. It was nice just roaming the streets, hand in hand with Joey. All smiles, just having fun. It has been awhile since I have had fun. Lately, my postpartum depression has gotten the best of me. Sometimes I don't see the light at the end of the tunnel, but today I did. I think my postpartum depression makes me more sensitive to negativity! Being positive, must stay positive! Until next time.