Style Icon: Miriam Haskell

If you ask me which jewellery designer I admire most, the answer to that would be Miriam Haskell. She was one of the most influential designers from the 1920s, and  pretty much made the concept of ‘costume jewellery’.

This pin board shows my favourite pieces from the Haskell Jewels collection. My favourite collection of Haskell jewellery today would have to be Legacy: The Pearl Collection. I just love the baroque pearls and intricate vintage filigree work on the pieces for this collection.

Are you a Haskell fan? Would you wear her vintage pieces today?

Nikki

Hot off the Press!

‘Virgin Light’ Feature, Audrey Grace Magazine, New York

Hi guys! Was so ecstatic to find my jewellery featured on the very first issue of Audrey Grace Magazine! Here’s a sneak peek of the ‘Virgin Light’ photo shoot, featuring one of my rings from the ‘Petals Collection’ ♥

Model wears Alexandra Grecco dress with Nikki Montenegro ring.

Select pieces from my jewellery collection will be available for sale at the new Audrey Grace Boutique in New York City, so make sure you check it out :)

The Marie-Antoinette, Wonderland-themed opening night is happening tomorrow at the Highline Loft, NYC and it has just sold out! But make sure you have a look at the cute shop decor, as well as discover new designers from Audrey Grace in the coming weeks :)

‘Til next time,

Nikki

Colour Palette: Ballerina

Just a mini collage showcasing some flower garden rings from my ‘Petals Collection’. This set was inspired by a ‘Ballerina’ colour palette…Think pastel pinks, ballerina shoes, pink tutus and beige accents.

I would wear this to a really cute high tea party with maybe a white, diamonte studded peter pan collar top, pleated skirt, my orb clutch and peeptoe heels :)

To see the complete collection and to find out more about my jewellery inspiration, take a peek here: http://www.facebook.com/HandmadeDesigner

Nikki

Romantic jewellery for tea parties and whimsical occasions🎈 #shop #boutique #etsy #shopping #australian #jewellery #accessories #onlinestore #pastels #rings #locket #bows #floral #flowers #whimsy #aliceinwonderland #hightea #teaparty #designer #brooch (Taken with Instagram at www.etsy.com/shop/NikkiMontenegro)

‘Pretty in Pink’ - photo shoot feature, Audrey Grace Magazine, March 2012

To celebrate the launch of the Audrey Grace Boutique in New York City, Issue 1 of the Audrey Grace Magazine has now been published :)

The boutique showcases Australian and international designers, vintage pieces, photography, jewellery, illustration, and other pretty trinkets.

I’ve been featured here in the ‘Pretty in Pink’ photo shoot for Audrey Grace Magazine, where model (left) wears a Nikki Montenegro locket.

Flower Crown Rings by Nikki Montenegro

‘Mississippi Morning’ - photo shoot feature, Audrey Grace Magazine, March 2012

Hi guys! Have you seen the first issue of the lovely Audrey Grace Magazine yet?

This issue was published to celebrate the launch of the Audrey Grace Boutique in New York City, and features both Australian and international designers, vintage sellers, photographers, jewellery designers, illustrators, and other cool crafty types of course :)

I’ve been featured here in ‘Mississippi Morning’ - a photo shoot for Audrey Grace Magazine, where shop owner and stylist Jaclyn Bethany (right), wears a Nikki Montenegro necklace.

Right: Model wearing a ‘Marie Antoinette’ baroque pearl bracelet by Nikki Montenegro.

Bespoke Magazine Feature!

Thank you to Jessica from Bespoke Magazine for the lovely mini feature of my work! I’m so happy to see my rings from the ‘Petals Collection’ featured in the Autumn Lovin’ section of Bespoke Magazine Issue #6 ♥ 

Bespoke Magazine is a quarterly print zine about all things creative :)  You’ll find handmade tutorials, beautiful art, photography, designer interviews and more fun stuff.

Get your copy via Bespoke Magazine. 

Nikki 

Nikki Montenegro for Audrey Grace Boutique, New York City ♥

So, what/who is Audrey Grace you say? Audrey Grace Boutique is a beautiful pop up shop owned and run by Jaclyn Bethany, and is inspired by style icons Audrey Hepburn and Grace Kelly.

It’s all about designer clothing, vintage fashion, pretty jewellery, cool accessories, art and photography from Australian and international designers from all over.

The exciting news is that Audrey Grace is now opening a shop in the Big Apple! and I am so happy to announce that select pieces from my jewellery line ‘Nikki Montenegro’ will now be available from Audrey Grace Boutique in New York City ♥

Here are the Launch and Opening Night details, because you are invited!

Theme: Marie Antoinette - inspired fashion wonderland

When: Friday, 23rd March 2012, from 8pm onwards

Location: The Highline Loft, 26th Street, New York City, NY.

I wish I could attend but I will be in Sydney! If you’re lucky enough to be in NYC that night, I would love to see some photos and hear all about it ;) And of course, I would like to wish Jaclyn good luck on the night! I know this launch will be a huge success ♥

Nikki

Handmade by Nikki Montenegro😘 #locket #secret #necklace #nikkimontenegro #australian #designer #accessories #jewellery #jewelry #fashion #pastel #pink #shopping #outfit #instagood #vintage #love #flower #floral #rose #blooms (Taken with Instagram at www.etsy.com/shop/nikkimontenegro)

Handmade Bow Rings $20 each🎀 Message me to order😘 #accessories #bowring #bow #bows #bowparty #red #blue #aliceinwonderland #ring #rings #ringparty #jewelry #jewellery #designer #etsy #handmade #satin #style #fashion (Taken with Instagram at www.etsy.com/shop/nikkimontenegro)

10% OFF SALE in store!!💍 #sale #coupon #couponcode #sales #shopping #shop #designer #style #fashion #trend #lookbook #jewellery #jewelry #rings #necklaces #lockets #vintage #bracelets #earrings #pearls #aliceinwonderland #pretty #cute #girl #pastels (Taken with instagram)