I am so excited to finally share our newest collection, Cabin Fever.
When Allie and I started working on this collection, we really wanted to create pieces that felt like they were missing from our own jewelry wardrobes. Not necessarily pieces that would replace anything we already owned, but pieces that would work with what we already had. The kind of jewelry you put on and eventually it just becomes second skin.
And that's really what Cabin Fever is all about.
The Beauty of a Good Neutral
One thing I love about this collection is how versatile it is. We have these beautiful neutral beaded pieces, interesting patterns, gorgeous textures, and the new Bezel Gem Charms that I am obsessed with.
I have always believed that even if you LOVE color, you need a good neutral to build around. And if you're a neutral girl, these are the pieces that become the foundation of your jewelry wardrobe.
The patterned neutral pieces are especially good because they instantly add texture to a stack without competing with everything else you're wearing.
I also think that's what makes Cabin Fever such a great collection for holiday gifting. You don't have to know someone's exact jewelry style. Whether they love bold, colorful stacks or prefer something simple and classic, there are pieces in this collection that will work with what they already own.
How I'm Wearing Cabin Fever
If you've followed Allie + Bess for a while, you know I love a good stack. And one of my favorite things about this collection is how easily it mixes with pieces I already wear every day.
I've been loving the Aspen Bracelet mixed into a stack of our Ford Bangles. It adds just enough texture and interest without having to completely rethink my stack.
I'm also really loving the Bezel Gem Charms. I'll wear one on a chain and then layer it with a beaded necklace. It's such an easy way to make pieces you already own feel completely different.
That's the beauty of layering jewelry. You don't need an entirely new look. Sometimes one new bracelet, charm, or necklace changes everything.
The Pieces I Fell in Love With
Every time Allie and I design a collection, there are certain pieces that really speak to each of us.
For me, the Billy Necklaces were love at first sight. The soft, muted blue tones are INSANE. They're so beautiful and unique, and I honestly haven't seen anything quite like them.
I also absolutely love the Aspen Double Strand Necklace. We've never done a double-stranded necklace before, and I love that each strand is different but somehow they work perfectly together. It has that layered look without having to think about which necklaces to pair, and it's still so neutral and wearable.
And then there's the Maris Bangle. I genuinely don't think I've seen anything like it. I love the color, I love that it has a little sparkle (but not too much sparkle!), and I think it's just such a great addition to a stack.
If you're asking me what to buy first, I'm going to tell you the Billy Necklaces. We don't have very many of them, and they're truly special. My second pick would be the Maris Bangle.
Jewelry That Works With Your Life
When Allie and I started Allie + Bess, we were really creating jewelry that we wanted to wear ourselves. And while we still design with our own personal styles in mind, we're always thinking about our customers and what they're looking for, too.
We want to create pieces that feel special but are also easy to wear.
That's something I think about constantly, because I don't want jewelry that I can only wear for certain occasions. I want to be able to throw on a stack with leggings and sneakers, wear it all day, and then go straight to dinner without changing a thing.
To me, Cabin Fever is exactly that. It's the jewelry you wear at home, on a weekend away, out to dinner, or wherever life takes you.
And ultimately, that's what we want for every Allie + Bess customer. Whether you're wearing athleisure or black tie, we want you to put on our pieces and feel confident and put together.
I hope you love Cabin Fever as much as we do. I cannot wait to see how you mix these pieces into your own jewelry wardrobes!
XO,
Bess
Co-Founder, Allie + Bess