By Bonny Osterhage

Put your own spin on your eco friendly fashions by adding a vintage necklace. According to those in the know, these baubles are the “must have accessory” for fall, and they soften the season’s structured suits. Where can you find these trinkets? You could prowl flea markets and estate sales, hoping to score, or let the following designers do the work for you, while you reap the rewards of their labor!

 

Monica Macha Tassel Beads Rhinestone Brooch Necklace

Designer Monica Macha has made a name for herself by taking old, vintage pieces and “sculpting” them into something bold, modern and chic. We are digging this Tassle Necklace with its magnificent brooch, enhanced by vintage beads. Very funky and fun! $280 at www.monicamacha.com.

 

 

 

 

 

DLC Brooklyn High Sea
Necklace

This necklace holds all the mystery and romance of the sea with its antique glass, vintage charms, and natural crystals. It captures the signature look of DLC Brooklyn, a company that earned its place in the fashion world by reworking vintage jewelry into edgy, earthy styles. We’re charmed! $425 at www.dlcbrooklyn.com

 

 

 

 

 

Elva Fields Marvelously Minted Necklace

All three of Elva Fields’ lines feature vintage goodies from her extensive searches. We were drawn to the cool, crisp look of this multi-strand necklace, made from glass briolettes and adorned with vintage turquoise Lucite lace flowers. We think it’s just lovely! $208 at www.shopelvafields.com.

 

 

 

 

Victoria Tane Garden of Eden Necklace

Victoria’s secret is that she’s an avid recycler, and gives new life to old things. We like what she’s done with die-cut paint swatches and vintage metal stampings in this limited edition necklace. Each bloom is shown in exquisite detail, and no two are alike. We think it’s a little piece of paradise for your wardrobe. $108 at www.victoriatane.com.

 

 

Ax +Apple Wilma Necklace

This designer has accumulated interesting finds from her stint as a set designer on period films, and artfully combined them to create one-of-a-kind pieces, like this versatile necklace. Right on trend with fall’s love of chains, it can be worn long or short, and features a vintage buffalo head nickel. A cool conversation piece. $138 at www.axandapple.com.