Viola Jane Designs Giveaway! {CLOSED}

I am stoked to introduce to all of you this fun little etsy shop: Viola Jane Designs. Rachel (the lovely owner) creates the most fabulous collars, and for affordable prices! Whether your looking for your next statement piece or your a fan of collars and fun friendship bracelets, this shop is for you! Rachel's designs are fabulous paired with anything from the classic LBD, to a simple tee and boyfriend jeans. If you've been eyeing the collar trend, but haven't jumped in yet -- check out Viola Jane Designs! Rachel has created a coupon code for all Belle de Couture followers. Use code ViolaBelle20 from now until Valentines day (2/14) for 20% off your purchase.


Q&A with Rachel (the owner of Viola Jane Designs)


1.) Please tell us a little about the Viola Jane Designs etsy shop.

Viola Jane is a shop for fun trendy girls who love to be up to date with the latest fashions but with a really handmade, high quality, original edge! I wanted to use a mix of my background in NY, and my life in Tuscany as inspiration. Viola is my middle name (my parents love all things Italian including colors!) and Jane shows my weak spot for English heroines. I thought the name suited the vibe of my shop and my style.

2.) How long have you been creating your designs?

Since I was a little girl I always loved to make fun gifts and accessories for my friends. Once day a few months ago, I was making a flower headpiece with this stunning Italian silk I found for one of my good friends who is getting married next May and she said "why don't you sell these?". I thought it would be just a fun hobby and a nice way to share my creations with others, but now it has turned into a full blown second job (by day I work as a children's clothing and accessories designer).

3.) I see you draw inspiration from your own personal style, as well as where you live (Tuscany, Italy), what type of girl or guy do you envision wearing your pieces?

You know, I just make things that I would love to wear. I would say a girl (or even guy!) that loves big city lights but doesn't mind going home to a quiet country hideaway. Someone that always has style no matter where she is or what she's doing but never really has to try hard. Its just natural!


4.) Collars are such a huge trend right now... why do you love collars so much?

I love collars because they usually have this really preppy vibe (I definitely rocked the school uniform as a kid) but are coming out now as a really edgy/fun alternative to the standard statement necklace.

5.) Which item is currently your fave in your shop?

Right now I am loving the silk and swarovski fabric wrap bracelets. Because being in Tuscany there are SO many amazing fabrics and prints all around me. For accessories, these fantastic fabric looks amazing and is also affordable! I can't wait to show some new accessories for the Spring season in bright pops of color!

6.) What are three must-have accessories that every woman should own?

An amazing pair of heels (being in italy you really appreciate the work that goes behind a quality pair of shoes!), a fabulous bag to hold your backup ballet flats, and a piece of statement jewelry of course - preferrably something from Viola Jane! Italians women are masters at this. They all own amazing classic investment pieces, then personlize it with just the right touch of trendy. Too much and you look like you got lost in your mom's closet, but too little just makes you look blah and boring.


7.) Who are your fave jewerly designers?

My absolute favorite designer sells her jewelry on the sidewalk in Soho (NYC). She hand makes all her brass, silver, and copper jewlery and then paints or does some kind of treatment to the metal tons of fun colors. I think if I was still living in the City I would open a table next to hers on the weekend so we could talk jewelry and swap tips!


8.) What is it about Italy that inspires you?

Beauty is so incredibly important to Italians because it is such an important part of their history. Beauty is the first thing they comment about in almost all situations like visiting a new place or meeting a new person. They really see all the little details of style like color, cut, and quality. So even the smallest accessories never get unnoticed.

9.) If you had to sum up your designs in three words, which three would you choose?

Quirky, Fun, Fashionable

10.) Any tips on accessorizing with your pieces?

Collars can seem difficult but they can be worn just like any other statement necklace that we've seen in the past. The principle of styling them are exactly the same. Especially in these hard economic times, a girl can take the same classic LBD or great fittin white t-shirt and get a completely new and on trend look with a collar! All of my collars are made by hand by me, and most are one of a kind! So a girl can get couture without breaking the bank.



Some of my faves from Rachel's shop:



Swarovski Crystal Wrapped Bronze Metal Chain Bracelet with Gold Leaf Charm and Pearl Closure




Silk and Swarovski Crystal Printed Fabric Friendship Bracelet





Pointed Collar Necklace with Swarovski Crystald and Silky Bow Back Closure





Pearl Encrusted Peter Pan Collar Necklace with Adjustable Satin Bow Back





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New Opal Rhinestone Embelished Pointed Collar Necklace Black Satin Bow Closure




NEW Supersoft Black Lambskin Real Leather Collar with Metal Jewelry Clasp Closure





Set of 4 - Silk and Swarovski Friendship Bracelets





SET of 5 Rhinestone and Pearl Friendship Bracelets





Black Sequin Peter Pan Collar Necklace, With Crystal Rhinestone Embelishment and Adjustable Satin Bow Back Closure





Pearl Encrusted Peter Pan Collar Necklace with Crystal Rhinestone Accents and Adjustable Satin Bow Back





Faux Snake Peter Pan Collar Necklace with Rhinestone Front Embelishment and Adjustable Silky Bow Back Closure





Gold Sequin Peter Pan Collar Necklace, with Scallop Shape and Jewelry Clasp Closure






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Giveaway ends January 25, 2012 at 7:00 PM EST!
{The winner will be chosen at random by the use of random.org}


Good luck everyone!!