Whiskey and Wine Wednesday @ Billy Reid: July 27, 2011

Get ready, Nashville- the second annual nD Festival will be here September 29 through October 2, 2011. More details on the Belcourt-benefit will be out soon, but patron passes, for access to special events throughout the summer and all event days, can be purchased for $150 for Belcourt Members and $175 for non-members here. 

And in anticipation of the nD Festival, Nashville-based designer Billy Reid will be hosting Whiskey and Wine Wednesday on July 27, 2011 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM at his Green Hills store. Guests are asked to "come sip whiskey, shop, and socialize with us at Billy Reid...". The event is $10 and 15% of all purchases made will benefit the Belcourt Theatre. RSVP to Facebook here. 

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20% Off All Judith Bright Jewelry: July 8-10, 2011

If you haven't been to luxury jeweler Judith Bright, located at Green Hills Mall, then you've been missing out. But no worries- you can still get in the loop and adorn yourself in all things fabulous. And for a limited time, get 20% off your entire purchase. The sale runs July 8 through July 10, 2011, and customers can get the discount in the store or online by entering the code: Summer. 

Here are some of Amber C.'s favorite JB pieces:

These simple 14K GF Ashley earrings for $53 are a beautiful accessory staple.

The SS Organic Cluster Earrings for $63 offer a playful twist on the original hoop earring. (Also available in gold for $73.)

If your prefer your jewelry pieces to match, then the SS Organic Pendant Necklace for $78 is a no brainer.

The 14K GF Emily Earrings are my new obsession. I love the delicate laying of metal and the charm of the gold. $88 and available in silver.

I love the Rockdrop Kelly Earrings for $103 not only because they're beautiful, but also because they're named after my first graduating student / JB's first intern! Also, the stones can be swapped for a variety of stones/colors.

Gah. How stunning is this RockStar Square Wire Wrapped Cuff in 14K Gold? For $388, you can customize the look and desired stone.

Judith Bright is known for her simplistically stunning rings, and the SS Lots O' Rock Ring is no exception. This $188 piece is also customizable.

Betsey Johnson Relocation Party: July 7, 2011 (plus a peek of the A/W 11/12 collection)

There was a rumor for a long time that the beloved Betsey Johnson store in Green Hills Mall was packing up and moving out. Well, part of that is true. Come celebrate with the Betsey Johnson gang at their grand relocation party on July 7, 2011 from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. After ten years at the Green Hill Mall, BJ has packed her bags and relocated upstairs between Macy's and L'Occtaine. Guests will be treated to music by live artists, a dj, champagne, and if you check-in to BJ with Yelp, you'll be entered in a special Betsey Johnson raffle. Get the Yelp scoop here. 






Have you seen the Betsey Johnson Autumn/Winter 2011/12 collection yet? BJ takes an interesting twist from her usual bright infusion of hot pinks, electric blues, candy greens, and shocking purples, and presents a darker collection featuring blacks, deep blues and purples, steel gray, and lolita red. This sharply contrasts with her uber-girly inclinations and presents a collection with a bit of an edge. What do you think?

photo credit: wgsn.com