We were pretty busy this weekend–hitting the American Antiques show, the The Winter Antiques Show, and the Pier Show all in the span of 48 hours. By the time we got to the Pier Show on Sunday afternoon, most of the booths were looking pretty picked over. Nevertheless, we came across Roxanne Stuart’s unbelievable collection of vintage and costume jewelry. She is definitely one of my new favorite collectors! Roxanne, also known as “The Gemfairy,” finds her pieces all over the world. We both wanted just about everything in her booth! It’s not until you see a collection like Roxanne’s, amassed from so many different decades, that you realize how much of today’s jewelry has been inspired by the past. Below, me and mom at Pier 92 (skinny belt twins!).
This was the first piece I zeroed in on (below), made of pearls and rhinestones. Isn’t it breathtaking? I would love to wear a bracelet like this with a simple black cocktail dress. Couldn’t resist trying it on, but had to walk away when I heard the $250 price tag. I’ll be dreaming of this bracelet for a long time I think.
Two really great statement necklaces, below. I was particularly in love with the longer necklace with the bright white beads. Couldn’t you just see some glamorous, bronzed woman wearing it with her breezy beach tunic on her yacht in Capri? That’s where my mind went, anyway.

Looking nothing like the bronzed bombshell I just described (I need sun…badly), here I am holding up one of my favorite American pieces. I love this color. Would be great for layering or even worn alone with the stripe shirt I’ve got on!

You can find the Gemfairy on Ebay by clicking here. – L