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STYLE | Layering Guide 101

One of the questions I get very regularly... is about layering and combining our jewelry. Clients want the rule book to layering. Should their earrings match their necklace? How many rings is too many? They ask what things they shouldn't do and just how many pieces to wear together. The #BijouBabes often think there's some mysterious way or perfect combination we use to get our jewels layered in our shoots. Here's a little secret...
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Desiree's Blog | Tis The Season For Sparkle

A girl should always have one pair of earrings that makes her sparkle in any outfit. For me, these Gold Aura Earrings are exactly that. I used to stray from any earring larger than a stud but when I created my jewelry collection with Kelsey, from KV Bijou, I couldn't help but adore this style for any occasion.  Desiree for KV Bijou was created as a versatile option for weddings and events that could...
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Style File | Desiree's Everyday Accessories

From events, to traveling to keeping active, Desiree is a girl on the go! She always looks together no matter what she's up to and here are 4 must-have pieces to get her look and add a little inspiration to your week. Irregular Necklace Teardrops Gold Aura Quartz  Tiny Triangle Studs Tiny Irregular Studs If you love Des' style, you can follow along on her Instagram to see what she's up to! Love The...
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Desiree's Blog | This or That: Wedding Day Jewelry

Jewelry plays a vital role in a wedding and gives the bridal look a flawless finish. The photos that a bride will hang on the wall from her wedding day will consist of smiling newlyweds, showing off the wedding dress, hair, makeup, and jewelry. The decor, flowers, and bridesmaid dresses will be put inside a photo album that will only be taken out about once a year.. on an anniversary. So with that said, why not focus on the wedding jewelry! Check...
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Desiree's Blog | Old Hollywood Glam

When Kelsey, from KV Bijou, and I first sat down to design our ‘Desiree for KV Bijou’ jewelry collection together we knew that we wanted every piece to be timeless. There’s something to say about old Hollywood glam and the prestige that surrounded that era. The beautiful draped gowns and glamorous gems and furs have left their mark in the hearts of women all over the world. To get that same elegant look for your wedding, birthday, or...
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Desiree's Blog: Chicago Bridal Market With Desiree For KV Bijou

I had the most incredible time designing a collection of jewelry with Kelsey from KV Bijou for brides to be, but nothing can compare to sharing those designs with others. This past Sunday to Wednesday, we had the privilege of attending the Chicago Bridal Market to share our gems with potential buyers and it was the best feeling to see the excitement from others regarding the quality and style of our designs. Our hope...
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Bridal Market | Desiree for KV Bijou

This week we're headed to Chicago with Desiree to National Bridal Market. We're really excited to share our full collection in person with buyers! Desiree will personally be there and we would absolutely love to meet you. If you're a buyer who would like to view our collection, please contact us to book your appointment. Book here: info@kvbijou.com  Browse the collection here  We look forward to meeting all of you!  C O N N E...
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Desiree's Blog: Desiree for KV Bijou | Behind the Scenes

The jewelry collection Desiree for KV Bijou is a collaboration I did with Kelsey from KV Bijou. We were first introduced as I wore some of her KV Bijou jewelry on my season of ‘The Bachelorette’ and from there met up to discuss putting together a jewelry collection. It has been made known, from the show and my dress collection, that I have experience in fashion design, but many may not know that I also have...
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Desiree's Blog: My Wedding Jewelry

While designing my jewelry collection with Kelsey from KV Bijou (Desiree for KV Bijou) I knew that the styles we were designing would also be worn on my wedding day. That made the process fun, exciting and also more personal. We both wanted to create a collection that would be perfect for brides to wear on their special day, but also be versatile to wear for other occasions. If you’ve learned anything about me at...
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Desiree's Wedding Look | Style File

Recently, Desiree and Chris Siegfried happily walked down the aisle in an intimate ceremony at the Wayfarer Chapel at Rancho Palos Verdes, California.  US Weekly has the exclusive photos with their 6 page spread (on stands now!!) and having personally witnessed how gorgeous Desiree looked on her big day, we wanted to break down how you can achieve her stylish look. Cover look: Irregular Studs and Irregular Cuff  { The Ceremony }  Style details: For...
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Desiree's Blog: Gowns & Gems For Your Wedding Day

I have been extremely blessed this year to have been given the opportunity to work with both Maggie Sottero on a wedding gown collection and KV Bijou on a jewelry line. I have an incredible passion to create and design dresses that a bride will feel fabulous in while creating jewelry that will compliment for any occasion. I have paired my Desiree for KV Bijou jewelry with 4 gowns from my Desiree Hartsock with...
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Desiree's Blog | Give the Gift of Jewelry

I have the perfect gifts for that special someone (or yourself) and it comes in the form of sparkle! My collection of jewelry with KV Bijou is the perfect Holiday treat and today for Black Friday we are offering a sweet treat for you! From simple irregular studs to our Grace drop earrings, Desiree for KV Bijou has everything you could possibly want for a special holiday party, NYE gala or as a gift for a loved one...
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