THE BLING RING

Coco Chanel famously declared that before you leave the house take one piece of jewelry off. She may have been right but the opposite works as well. If you pile up lots of pieces that you love, they will find harmony and make a statement. Play up your face this fall with oversized jewelry to bring the attention where it is needed. With collector pieces like these from Chanel to Eisenberg, you can never go wrong. 

-Eri 

Gripoix flower pin in purple and green glass stone, c.1980's. 

Kenneth Jay Lane KJL brooch with glass stones, c. 1980's. 

Chanel pin with Gripoix stones, 1993. 

Eisenberg peacock pin sterling silver with purple Swarovski stone, c.1940's. 

Eisenberg peacock pin sterling silver with blue Swarovski stone, c. 1940's. 

Karl Lagerfeld flower pin with pearl trim, c.1980's. 

Chanel charm belt, 1993. Length 29". 

Chanel chain and leather belt, c.1990's. Length 34". 

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Mr. Lane you've done it again!

No we are not talking about Nathan Lane, though we did love him in The Birdcage and The Producers. We are talking about Kenneth Jay Lane, designer of the beautiful belt below. This is not some tiny little single strand of jewels, this is a full fledged crystal belt. There are four strands of orange crystals connected by groups of pink, amber, blue and lilac crystals. The buckle is a paisley style feather design in the same stones as the rest of the belt.

Kenneth Jay Lane crystal belt with paisley buckle, c.60's. Measures 32" long.

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ANIMAL FARM

Decades is a virtual Animal Farm right now. We have so many eclectic enamel cuffs ranging from elephants to snakes. These 1970s-era cuffs all pay an homage to the work of David Webb, but these are all faux-bling designed by a myriad of jewelers including Ciner, Hattie Carnegie and, don't laugh, Joan Rivers! The original owner bought tons of KJL so many of these pieces may be vintage and unsigned KJL, too. Scroll down for pictures and brief descriptions.

Anonymous elephant copper enamel bangle with ruby, emerald, and diamond details, c. 1970s SOLD

Anonymous elephant black enamel bangle with orange, emerald and diamond details, c. 1970s (this one is quite heavy compared to the other)

Anonymous lioness black enamel bangle with emerald eyes and diamond details, c. 1970s SOLD

Ciner lioness white enamel bangle with ruby eyes and diamond details, c. 1970s SOLD

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Hattie Carnegie ram blue and green bangle, c. 1970s SOLD

Anonymous parakeet enamel bangle in green and blue, c. 1970s (detail shot below) SOLD

Craft double ram gold metal bangle with black enamel details, c. 1970s SOLD

Anonymous double fish gold metal bangle with ruby eyes and diamond details. c. 1970s (spring mechanism) SOLD

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Anonymous horse black enamel bangle with ruby eyes and amethyst detail, c. 1970s

Ciner horse black enamel bangle with ruby eyes and emerald detail, c. 1970s

Anonymous double frog black enamel bangle with emerald eyes plus ruby and diamond details, c. 1970s

Ciner dolphin rust bangle with diamond details (some crystals missing), c. 1970s.

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Joan Rivers articulated snake orange and brown enamel bangle, c. 1980s (yes, Joan Rivers, but not QVC!) SOLD

Joan Rivers serpent blue enamel bangle with gold pattern, c. 1970s SOLD

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KJL HEAVEN

Kenneth J. Lane started his illustrious career designing jewelry in 1963, after leaving the Vogue art department in New York. K.J.L. became known for designing large, bold pieces with interesting color combinations. Much of the K.J.L. jewelry was inspired by astrology, flora, and fauna. The ten bracelets and single necklace are a fine representation of what was being produced by Kenneth J. Lane in the late 1970's. All of these pieces were purchased by a single owner at the K.J.L. boutique in the Rodeo Collection on Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills CA.

Each piece is listed below the pictures, with a brief description and size information.

K.J.L. black lacquer gold crystal and pearl Maltese cuff, c.1970's. Circumference 8"SOLD

K.J.L. Double ram's head crystal encrusted cuff, c.1970's. Circumference 8.5"SOLD

K.J.L. Gold and green enamel 7 frog link bracelet, c.1970's. Circumference 8" SOLD

K.J.L. White resin with metal gold beads bracelet, c.1970's. Circumference 10" SOLD

K.J.L. Gold with white bead bracelet, c.1970's. Circumference 10"

K.J.L. Gold black lacquered cuff with multi-color stones, c.1970's. Circumference 8"

K.J.L. Gold white lacquer alligator bracelet, c.1970's. Circumference 10" SOLD

K.J.L. Gold jewel encrusted ram's head bracelet, c.1970's. Circumference 10" SOLD

K.J.L. Gold and faux jade bracelet, c.1970's. Circumference 10"SOLD

K.J.L. Gold crocodile embossed cuff, c.1970's. Circumference 7" SOLD

K.J.L. Silver star crystal encrusted black bead necklace, c.1970's. 15" long SOLD

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Kenneth Jay Lane Earrings

Reproductions of the work of Kenneth Jay Lane, legendary costume jewelry designer of the 1960s and 1970s, can still be purchased today in chic boutiques around the world. But those of you in search of the real deal know that Decades is the premier destination for KJL's highly collectable (and highly addictive) orginal work. Listed below are five sets of earrings that'll rock your socks. Act now before they're all gone!

Kenneth Jay Lane Bronze Bugle Beaded Earrings, c. 1970s. Measures 3 1/4". SOLD

Kenneth Jay Lane Amethyst and Crystal Oval Earrings, c. 1970s. Measures 3 1/4".

Kenneth Jay Lane Jade and Crystal Drop Earrings, c. 1970s. Measures 3 1/2".SOLD

Kenneth Jay Lane Pearl and Crystal Drop Earrings, c. 1970s. Measures 3 1/2".SOLD

Kenneth Jay Lane Hoop Earrings with Crystal and Coral & Jade Beads, c. 1970s. 3 1/2".SOLD

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Kenneth Jay Lane That's Out of This World!

One of the highlights in our recent haul of Kenneth Jay Lane jewelry from the 1970s was this stunning, chunky gold belt adorned with discs in jade, magenta, and ocean blue. It's quite a piece for the avid KJL collector, a great way to add pizzazz to a solid colored dress. We've photographed it three ways so you can see for yourself!

Kenneth Jay Lane Gold Belt with Discs in Jade, Magenta, and Ocean Blue, c. 1970s. Belt (buckle excluded) measures 31", fitting a contemporary size 8 to 10. SOLD

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Kenneth Jay Lane Coral Necklaces

Looking for a colorful summer necklace? Kenneth Jay Lane is the answer! The first option is a set of two serpentine sautoirs with black, coral, and turquoise colored beads, a classic but nonetheless eye-catching selection. The second is a gold, coral enamel, and crystal necklace that looks very much like a skyscraper being moved on two wheels. It is a great piece for, say, a vacation to the Outer Banks of North Carolina, where the famed Cape Hatteras Lighthouse was moved 1600 feet from the pounding surf in a feat of great engineering prowess. Commemorate man's ingenuity in style!

Set of Two Kenneth Jay Lane Serpentine Sautoirs with Black, Coral, and Turquoise Colored Beads, c. 1970s. Measures 38" and 30". SOLD

Kenneth Jay Lane "Skyscraper Being Moved on Two Wheels" Coral-Colored Gold Necklace, c. 1970s. SOLD

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MAJOR KJL BLING COMING SOON!

It's a fantastic group picture of delicious 1960s and early 1970s Kenneth Jay Lane jewelry posting NEXT week! Head's up!

Fabulous Costume Jewelry Megapost!

Dearest Decades Readers... We know how deeply you love your costume jewelry. In an effort to keep it fun and fresh, we've accumulated some classic pieces and some wild, eccentric ones as well! The anonymous gold frog necklace and earrings below, for instance, are about as crazy and fun as we've ever seen. They're listed separately, but buy them as a pair--they should stay together, don't you think?
Anonymous Gold Frog Necklace SOLD and Earrings, c. 1980s. Available as a set or as separates.

Next, we're on to some great pieces by Chanel and Kenneth Jay Lane. The KJL earrings below are reminisecent of Thierry Mugler star-shaped fragrance bottles and ornamentation, but they're a perfect way to top off a celestially-inspired outfit. Next are four offerings from Chanel, ranging from gold quilted drops to crystal CC clips. With Mother's Day just around the corner, we can't think of a more chic--or original--gift.

Kenneth Jay Lane Silver & Crystal Star Earrings, c. 1980s.SOLD

Chanel Daisy Arc Earrings in Gold with Pearl Center, c. 1980s. SOLD

Chanel Gold Diamond and Quilted CC Logo Drop Earrings, c. 1980s.SOLD

Chanel Gold & Black CC Logo Clip Earrings, c. 1980s.SOLD

Chanel Gold and Crystal CC Logo Clip Earrings, c. 1980s. SOLD

Finally, we're finishing off with three great Kenneth Jay Lane bracelets. The first is great for the equestrienne with a taste for decadence--it's a horsey bracelet in white enamel and crystal! Next are two enamel bangles, one in coral and one in white.

Kenneth Jay Lane White Enamel and Crystal Horse Bracelet, c. 1980s. SOLD


Kenneth Jay Lane White & Black Enamel and Crystal Bangle, c. 1980s. SOLD
Kenneth Jay Lane White & Coral Enamel and Crystal Bangle, c. 1980s. SOLD

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KJL FOR TIMELESS STYLE

This necklace is Kenneth Jay Lane, but with a twist! It's stamped KJL for Avon. We've had variations of the same necklace, including one that is featured in the current issue of In Style magazine. (The necklace has sold but we have included a picture of it for your reference).

This is a perfect early 70s glam-a-zon necklace in fun primary colored glass encased in gold metal trim and linked by a gilt chain. It's very Decades. It's very YOU!

Below please find the KJL for Avon necklace that is now SOLD, but is featured in the current issue of In Style

KJL for Avon six primarily color glass and chain link necklace c 70sSOLD

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Kenneth Lane Necklace

It's not even the end of January and I already hear talk of plans to winter in Africa at the end of this year. Kenya and Egypt have both been discussed and as such I though it appropriate to find a few pieces that are suited to those particular climes with ease and relevance.

This, 70s, hammered gold coin on wooden bead necklace signed Kenneth Lane is perfect for the equator climates and indigenous artisan vibes. Three tiers of coins sit one on top of the other shining brilliantly as a nest of color and diffracted light on your chest.

For further information or to purchase please contact alexander@decadesinc.com SOLD