HeleneJun 18, 2018Gemstone Trivia: How Well Do You Know Your Jewelry?It’s hard to believe that I’m about to celebrate my ten year anniversary with Local Charm! Time flies when you’re having fun (and...
HeleneMay 26, 2018Accessorizing Summer’s Hottest Fashion TrendsA confession: while I absolutely love summer, it is my least favorite season for fashion. In fall, winter, and spring you can play...
HeleneApr 10, 2018Why I Love . . . Abalone Shell!It may just be the beginning of spring (or the end of winter, with snow on the ground here in Chicago as recently as a few days ago), but...
HeleneMar 7, 2018Fashion's Big Night Out!The Academy Awards aren’t just a big night for the movie industry – they are also one of the most important dates on the fashion calendar!...
HeleneJan 15, 2018Ultra Violet: Pantone’s 2018 Color of the YearHappy 2018, Local Charmers! If you’re anything like me, you love a fresh start. That’s why I love Pantone’s Color of the Year – it’s a...
HeleneNov 11, 2017Why I Love . . . Citrine!The world of fashion is full of tough choices, and in the world of jewelry one question reigns supreme: are you a gold person or a silver...
HeleneOct 21, 2017You’re Speaking My Language!As I’ve mentioned before, my love affair with jewelry started early. One of the great things about jewelry and gemstones is that there...
HeleneSep 16, 2017Need Them Now! The Best Fall Earring TrendsWhile I try not to play favorites with my jewelry, I must admit that I have a soft spot for earrings. What’s not to love – from the...
HeleneMay 17, 2017Why I love . . . Lemon Quartz!Summer is just around the corner, Local Charmers! Are you as excited as I am? There are few things in this world that conjure up summer...
HeleneApr 25, 2017The Perfect Personal StyleWhat sets a truly fashionable woman apart from her peers? Is it a huge budget? A personal shopper? A sixth sense for being able to...