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Holiday fashion
gets jazzed up
Holiday fashion gets jazzed up
with glittering accessories
with glittering accessories
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TOTOWA
846 Route 17 N 1 Route 46 W
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2990 Brunswick
Pike, Route 1 N
609.530.1666
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Give in.
Your body
demands comfort.
It’s ok. You need to relax.
the art of time
esperanza ™
two-tone stainless steel.
black museum dial.
swiss quartz. sapphire crystal.
water resistant.
men’s or women’s.
Trent Jewelers
23 years a family business
corner of Quakerbridge & Edinburg Rd.
at 5 Points ~ Mercerville
CONTEMPORARY SCANDINAVIAN FURNITURE
OF
NEW JERSEY
Montgomery Center
1325 Rt. 206 • Skillman, NJ 08558
609.497.9666
609.584.8800
“You can be proud to say it came from Trent Jewelers”
Authorized Movado Dealer
GRAVES
DESIGN
STUDIO STORE
MICHAEL GRAVES TEAKETTLE FOR ALESSI
VISIT OUR RETAIL STORE • 338 NASSAU STREET • PRINCETON, NJ 08540 • 609 497 6878
THURSDAY, FRIDAY, SATURDAY 10AM - 5PM
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Joyful Bells Camellia $395.
Reclining Panda $975.
Chickadee
with Holly $495.
Broad-billed Hummingbird
with Snow Queen Camellia $695.
Call or Visit our Showroom
25 Princess Diana Lane
~
LAWRENCE SHOPPING CENTER
Trenton, NJ
(enter on 1561 N. Olden Avenue)
Alt. Route 1 & Texas Avenue
800.257.9410 ext.4
www.vecerejewelers.com
Monday thru Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm
Saturdays in December 10:00am - 3:00pm
Thank you for voting us one of the “Best Jewelry Stores in Central Jersey”. (Packet Publications)
Voted “Best Day Spa
in Central New Jersey”
2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
Make This
Holiday
Season
A Time
To Spa!
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301 N. Harrison St., Princeton • 609.683.8388
Extended Holiday Hours
MetropolisSpa.com
Day At The Spa
Perfect Balance
Spa Facial ~ Swedish Massage
Body Treatment of your choice ~ Spa Manicure
Spa Pedicure ~ Hydrotherapy
Shampoo & Blow Dry ~ Lunch
Swedish Massage ~ Spa Manicure/Pedicure
Shampoo & Blow Dry ~ Lunch
Spa Sampler
Stress Recovery
Body Glo ~ Hydrotherapy
Aromatherapy Massage ~ Lunch
Aromaplasty Facial ~ Swedish Massage
Spa Manicure ~ Spa Pedicure
Shampoo & Blow Dry ~ Lunch
La Stone Massage ~ Oxygen Facial
Shampoo & Blow Dry
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Perfect for Everyone
on your
Holiday Gift List
Catering for all your Holiday needs • Private Rooms Available
Eat-In or Take-Out
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APPRAISALS • JEWELRY DESIGNER
ALL REPAIRS DONE ON PREMISES • GIA CERTIFIED GEMOLOGIST
Gift Certificates Available
Wheel Chair Accessible
Kids Menu • Credit Cards Accepted
2440 Whitehorse-Hamilton Square Road
Hamilton Square, New Jersey
609.890.0500
All Major Credit Cards Accepted • Open Seven Days A Week
137 Washington Street • Rocky Hill, NJ • 609.683.8930
FREE GIFT WRAPPING - ALWAYS FREE LAYAWAY
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Featuring Products By:
Fudge • Goldwell • and Trucco Make-up
Services Include:
Relaxers • Color • Perms
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Randall Furniture Introduces The
Christopher Lowell
Home Collection
Furniture For Every Room in Your Home
Stress-free,
pre-coordinated
Solutions
for the
Home
2175 Spruce Street • Ewing, NJ • 609.883.7373
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 10-8 • Saturday 10-6 • Sunday 12-5 • Closed Wednesday
FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED
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RT. 31 • FLEMINGTON • (908) 782-7662
On left, 2 miles north of the Flemington Circle
www.flemingtondepartmentstore.com
Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 9am-8pm • Fri. 9am-9pm • Sat. 9am-6pm • Sun. 11am-5pm
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By
Paula L. Molino
A simple black dress
gets jazzed up with
chandelier earrings
(these from Saks),
and bejeweled bag.
This holiday
season,
look like
a million bucks
without
spending it!
The secret to a beautiful holiday outfit
starts and ends with accessories. Now
is the time to bring out the glitz and
glamour, from sequined handbags to
dripping rhinestone necklaces.
In a season of spending, how do you jazz up your holiday wardrobe with minimum
expense? That dress or suit hanging in your closet might just be your next party attire when
outfitted with the right accessories. A wisp of a shawl or a twinkle of an earring can transform
an otherwise plain ensemble into something sensational.
Take your basic black dress. Worn alone, it tends to get boring in a sea of black frocks.
Sure you can add the classic strand of pearls and black pumps for that simple and
elegant look . . . but it’s not terribly exciting.
Yet, watch heads turn when that same black dress is jazzed up with
sparkly gold jewelry and strappy sandals, topped with an elegantly
embroidered gold silk wrap.
Accessories can make or break an outfit. How do you know what
accessories achieve that pulled together look? Putting the right
components together should be done in the order of which you dress:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Choose your main clothing;
Select shoes and bag;
Choose jewelry, belt or scarf;
Decide on hair;
Choose cover-up.
Rhinestonestudded
sandals from
Annie Shoes.
CONSIDER THE GARMENT
The first consideration for accessorizing depends upon the garment. The cut and color of the clothing is most important. Simple
silhouettes such as a scoop neckline sheath dress can carry dramatic accessories. Styling that has ruffles, bold patterns, or excess detailing need easy accessories so as not to detract from the style of the
garment. The key to accessorizing is to remember that less is more.
Concentrate on one central piece as the focal point.
Once your outfit has been selected, an eye-catching pair of shoes
might be the only accessory needed. Party shoes have never been
more alluring in satin and velvet fabrics, barely there straps
encrusted with beading, sequins and rhinestones from brands such
as Nina, Bandolino and Enzo Angiolini. Slingbacks and pumps in
sheer fabrics make an elegant statement.
Movie-star quality bejeweled shoes come in sandal and mule
silhouettes. Rhinestone straps with dangling pendants are like a
tiara for the foot. A ruby red shoe can add sizzle to a black velvet
dress. Metallic shoes and bags add sparkle in fashionable silver,
gold, pewter and bronze.
High heels make legs look longer. Silky pantyhose add shimmer and sexiness. Sheer black hosiery flows best with black outfits, while barely there skin tones complement other colors
(such as a red dress). Open toe shoes insist on sheer stockings
with pretty pedicures. Evening shoes at department and specialty stores range from $50 on up.
Dressy outfits desire a streamlined evening bag. Ladylike clutches are retro with wristlets which have the size and
feel of a clutch but easy to carry with small straps that slips over the wrist.
Evening bags are a great accent piece and depending upon the fabrication
(brocade, satin, velvet, sequin, beaded, metallic) start as little as $20. It’s a small
investment for a perfect finishing touch.
Add pizzazz to your holiday ensemble
with embellished bags, above right,
from Priorities for Her, Newtown, Pa.,
(photo by Frank Wojciechowski),
and above left, from Eziba.com.
Shimmering slides (above) from Casual LivingUSA.com
and embroidered purse, left, from Eziba.com.
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Montgomery Shopping Center
1325 Route 206 ~ Skillman
609.924.3355
Open 7 days a week
“Big or Small”
Catering
For All Occasions
Pick-up, Drop Off or Full Service
HORS D’OEUVRES PARTIES
DINNER PARTIES
GET TOGETHERS
OFFICE PARTIES
Let The Tigers Tale take some stress
out of your party planning.
Stop in and pick up a catering menu today!
Gift certificates available
in any denomination.
CATERING BY
Specializing in fulfilling your feminine fancies
Unique jewelry, handbags, scarves,
coats, belts, gifts and more
10 North Main
Pennington, New Jersey
609.737.9904
1290 RT. 206
MONTGOMERY, NEW JERSEY
Wed & Fri 11-5 • Thurs 11-8 • Sat 10-5
www.njinnkeepers.com • www.ardore.com
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609.924.0262
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Flower
changes to
five pear shapes.
Opened
1.00ct tw diamonds and
1.40ct tw sapphires.
Set in 14k white gold.
Closed
™
FINE JEWELRY & DIAMONDS
Pj’s Pancake House has enjoyed serving hardy, classic, American food
– made from only the finest and freshest ingredients –
to the Princeton community for over 25 years.
154 Nassau St. • Princeton, NJ 08540 • 609.924.1353
1325 Rt. 206 • Montgomery Shopping Center • 609.252.9797
Tool Sets, Screens, Mantels, Andirons
& Much, Much More
Largest
Display
In The Area
Featuring Fireside
Gas Logs with
Ultimate Realism
Open Every
Day Until
Christmas
Your
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FIREPLAC
S
A
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The oldest & largest furrier in Mercer County since 1922
Known for its quality & excellent workmanship
Specializing in:
Restyling, Repairs,
Cleaning, Glazing,
Storage, Rentals,
Monogramming
& Appraisals.
Sable
Mink
Chinchilla
Beaver
Canadian Lynx
SP
ECIALISTS
You Can’t Make
A Mistake
Because All
Furs Are
Exchangeable.
Remember My
One & Only
Location is
Hamilton, NJ
Fox
Raccoon
Sheared Mink
Shearling
Leather
and Many Other
Furs from
Michael Kudra
Signature
Designs
Gift
Certificates
Available
1731 Nottingham Way (Rt. 33)
Since 1904
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(just off exit 63 of I-295)
A trusted name for five generations. A legend in itself.
Hamilton Township • Trenton
999 South Broad Street • Hamilton • 609.392.4104
609.586.3344
OPEN DAILY 10-6 • CHRISTMAS EVE 10-5
Easy access off of Route 1
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No detergent needed. Just the truest,
richest colors you can imagine.
That’s what a Sony® 23'' LCD WEGA™
TV offers. Wall-mountable with a
two-tone picture frame design, it
complements any room. Especially
one that demands so much of your
time. What’s more, with its
widescreen format and high definition capability*, you might just take
a strange new interest in folding. The
Sony line of flat panel televisions.
Available in 7 sizes from 15'' to 50''.
Lowest prices guaranteed.
Many models on display.
*Separate set top box required.
Introducing the first washer
that communicates
with the dryer.
The new GE Profile Harmony™ clothes
care system harnesses the power of
communication to simplify the
laundry process. But it’s not all talk.
The HydroWash™ system provides
thorough, yet gentle, cleaning action.
And the DuoDry™ system delivers
unmatched drying performance.
What’s more, spacious stainless steel
interiors make Harmony the largest
capacity laundry pair available. There’s
simply nothing quite like it.
$150.00 REBATE
when you buy a washer and dryer
thru February 2, 2004.
Family Owned for Three Generations • Over 70 Brands In Our Super Showroom
www.mrsgs.com
2960 Route 1, Lawrenceville, NJ (1/2 mile south of Route 95/295)
609-882-1444
open 7 days • Mon - Fri 9-9 • Sat 9-6 • Sun 11-5
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PUBLISHER
James B. Kilgore
GENERAL MANAGER
Gerri Guld
ART DIRECTOR
Michelle Riganati
Packet Publications
would like to
wish everyone
a happy
holiday season
and a successful
and healthy
New Year!
EDITOR
Cynthia Cannon
RETAIL ADVERTISING MANAGER
Marc Mucelli
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES
Maggie Ashley • Carol Baumel
Claudia Catelli • Christine Girandola
Midge Hough • Bernadette Ilaria
Joe McCarron • Jim Ort • Michele Plante
Debra Richford • Laurie Smith • Joanne White
ADVERTISING SERVICES MANAGER
Mindy Kutasi
CO-MARKETING MANAGER
Amy Moody
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STEPPIN’ BIRKENSTOCK SHOES
12 Chambers Street, Princeton, NJ 08542 (609) 921-8411
12 W. Ridgewood Ave., Ridgewood, NJ 07450 (201) 447-9960
Mon-Sat 10-6 Fri 10-7 Sun Closed
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PRINCETON DIAMOND EXCHANGE
1225 STATE ROAD ~ PRINCETON, NJ 08540 ~ 609.924.9400
R E TA I L
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Adding sparkle to any outfit are
a pavé Austrian crystal brooch,
from Erwin Pearl and chandelier
earrings from Yochi Design
(girlshop.com)
Diamonds, rhinestones and gemstones add sparkle to any outfit. Trends
include vintage styles in rhinestone, marcasite, jet beads and iridescent faceted
beads like grandma used to wear. The chandelier fashion trend continues.
“Chandelier earrings are hot, the number one accessory,” said Gerry Sparano,
co-owner of Priorities for Her, a contemporary women’s specialty store in
Newtown, Pa. Dramatic or subdued, chandelier earrings should be kept in proportion to the body.
Jewelry doesn’t have to match exactly but can complement each
other. A multi-strand pearl necklace can be paired with pearl and
gold earrings and a gold bracelet. For consistency select either gold
or silver.
Costume jewelry can look rich without breaking the bank.
Rhinestones and cubic zirconia studs that look like the real thing
are available in any department, jewelry or specialty store for as little as $18. A large rhinestone brooch worn on a suit lapel can be
a stunning addition and no longer considered old lady.
Beautiful embellished sweaters over satin or velvet pants are
a comfortable party option. If the garment is embellished, keep
jewelry to a minimum as trimming acts as the accessory. A winter white suit can be offset with ruby jet bead jewelry pieces
moderately priced from Liz Claiborne at $18 to $30.
Silver, rhinestones or diamonds are the crowning touch to
black, ruby or sapphire velvet garments. Gold accents brown,
ivory or emerald green. Open neck and strapless styles can
command a large neck piece such as a rhinestone choker with
hanging drops (think Elizabeth Taylor) or a flower medallion
tied to a ribbon around the neck. Any of these jewelry touches can be purchased for $18 on up.
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From left,
Linda Hughs
and Gerry Sparano,
co-owners of
Priorities for Her,
are happy to help with
accessory selection.
photo by
Frank Wojciechowski
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Hair is often forgotten as part of the total
package. Showcase earrings and bare
necklines with hair coifed up off the face.
A French twist or tumble of curls around
chandelier earrings embellishes your everyday appearance. Short hair looks chic when
worn with a few stacked rhinestone bobby
bins or barrettes.
Pull hair back with decorative ponytail
holders surrounded with beaded
fringe, a rhinestone initial (Lord &
Taylor $12) or jeweled jaw clips ($15). Hair
accessories are available for under $5 in
the health and beauty aisles at any drug or
chain store such as Target as well as
department and accessories stores.
IT’S A WRAP
A very popular accessory is the addition of a stole, wrap,
or shawl - the perfect companion to cover bare shoulders.
“Wraps do make a statement, especially if going around
a simple dress or evening gown. A woman throws on a wrap,
walks out the door and feels great,” said Ms. Sparano.
Although her store carries triangle and oblong wraps, she
said that oblongs are more versatile, offering extra coverage
since they can wrap around the body twice. Her wraps sell
for $45 to $158 including a beautiful style in black chiffon
with lace ruffles and sequins.
Add glamour while helping
the American Heart Association.
Proceeds from sales of Benefit’s
siren red lip color
are donated to
For another
the AHA.
pick-me-up, try
DEMETER’s
Sugar Cookie
fragrance,
both from Sephora.
Showcase your ensemble
with hair accessories from Ulta,
and wrap from Eziba.com
Wraps come in a mélange of luxury fabrics such as silk
on one side and velvet on the other. Hand-painted designs on
silk, a sprinkle of sequins and beading with fringe edges all
add to the beauty. Intricate detailing or brocade can add pattern to an otherwise solid ensemble. Wraps can range from
$40 on up at department stores. For ultimate glamour,
unleash your real or
faux fur coat.
DOLLED UP
Enhance your face and nails with beauty products with
holiday red lipstick and a shine of lip-gloss. Spray on your
favorite perfume for complete head-to-toe dressing.
‘Tis the season, dressed with all the trimmings, you’ll
look like a million bucks without ever having spent it.
Paula L. Molino is owner of Fashion Fix, a full service fashion consulting business. She is a frequent contributor to
Packet Publications on fashion, home, garden and lifestyle
topics. Contact [email protected] or (215) 321-7399.
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