Default Jewelry

How talented is this photographer?

Not merely talented & incredibly beautiful, Janelle of Janelle Putrich Photography is as lovely an individual as she is a photographer.

Last year, Janelle photographed some exclusive FrameBoutique pieces & plans to do an upcoming shoot for us this spring.

An exciting opportunity for us since her creative vision & photographic eye are so similar to FrameBoutique's vintage meets modern aesthetic. 

Vintage floral fabrics, deliciously vibrant candy & embroidered lace featuring FrameBoutique's Oversized Hollywood Glam Pearl Studs:

A scrumptious combo for a gal like myself that loves all things vintage, all things lace & all things candy. 

The Pearl Studs can be purchased online at FrameBoutique.

Janelle's personal favourite of our earrings: 

Black Filigree leaf Earrings

She calls them her default pair, which made me think of how often I wear my default pair of earrings - pretty much every time I wear any! 

It's great to have a few pairs of 'grab & go' earrings, simple & classic in a neutral colour that you can match to any outfit so you have some fall backs for when you're feeling indecisive. 

FrameBoutique's line of Black Filigree Earrings are perfect to fill this need.

They add a touch of elegance & glam without all the fuss & effort. 

Another staple to invest in: a simple & classic pearl necklace or modern variation on the classic pearl necklace. 

This pearl necklace is inspired from one I wore for my Trash the Dress shoot shot after my wedding. 

The one I wore consisted only of pearls & was of varying lengths, but I wanted to create one with different textures of bead & colours of pearls 

to create a simple, yet modern take on the pearl necklace.

The one photographed (left) was a personal design I made for Janelle, but can be replicated.

Or we have a more dramatic pearl necklace which I absolutely adore & made myself a replica of. 

It's a necklace I often wear out at night -
one that goes great with
black filigree earrings. 

In my experience as a jewelry designer & simply as a woman who has, more than often, ran into a time-crunch or had one too many indecisive mornings, my advice is:Pick a few simple, minimal pieces to have as accessories that won't overcrowd your look & give the appearance of casual, yet chic. As cliche as this is, less is always more. 

A pearl ring
or stud earrings,
black filigree drop earrings,
classic floral studs &/or
a modern or classic version of the pearl necklace.

Wear your pieces minimally wearing one or two pieces at a time.

A simple, minimal necklace with a pair of matching studs is a great default
for those rushed mornings we've all experienced - standing panicky in bra & undergarments staring wildly at a pile of clothes/jewelry frantically trying to piece together some semblance of an outfit. 

Have your default pieces near your dressing area to quickly throw on as you head out your bedroom & remember, jewelry & accessories should compliment & adorn that beauty & loveliness you already have, not overcrowd it!

*** All photographs (except the dramatic pearl necklace) were taken by Janelle Putrich & as such, are not available to copy, reproduce or alter & are copyright Janelle Putrich Photography. 

*** The dramatic pearl necklace was taken by Julie Thurgood and as such is copyright Julie Thurgood Photography

New Fall Fashion Designs!

The design for this miniature necktie necklace started when one of my partner's ties ripped and he was going to throw it out. I decided to create my own "party tie" as a quirky, whimsical piece for my birthday party. Now, I have four different colour combinations that have been crafted and upcycled out of vintage silk ties and they seem to be a great hit with customers.

I also have a new line of pocket watch necklaces coming out soon in three different designs. One of the designs which I have yet to take photographs of is more of the steampunk style since you can see all the internal gears and mechanisms working.

In addition to these pieces, I have a plethora of new earring designs which I seem to be creating faster than I can list them on Etsy.

Some of my favourite from these new additions are the vintage cabochons which are mostly of German and Japanese designs. They have been upcycled to create these stunning earring studs.



Here's a sneak peek at some of the other designs I've been working on. Some of these pieces have not yet been listed, but can be reserved. Contact me if you are interested in reserving any designs you see on my blog or in my Etsy store. Check to see which listings are available at frameboutique.etsy.com!

This earring stud gift set is a collection of Japanese vintage cabochons. Each are speckled Millefiori glass.

A beautiful lavender purple vintage cabochon that has been upcycled to create this great ring.

I love the teardrop shape of the bronze filigree earring stud post that these vivid aqua blue cabochons are set against. Very unique design.

These red checkered earring studs are actually upcycled vintage buttons that I found in a button boutique.

This melon ribbed cabochon comes in a variety of colours and I've used them for rings and earring studs.

I especially love these vintage white Japanese cabochons which give the appearance of confetti or flakes of various colours set inside the glass. I've set aside so many of these for myself! :)