Deep Teal: Irma's favorite color Fall/Winter 2011

Irma's favorite color Fall/Winter 2011
Deep teal: I am in love with this beautiful Pantone color. To me, it symbolizes elegance, sophistication and with a touch of mystery. Pantone describes it as “a strong, blue-toned green, suggests ocean depths and the color of the sky as daylight descends into darkness.” I think there is going to be a lot of it around!

1.Banana Republic wrap dress.
2.Rebecca Minkoff bag
3. Nine West Mary Jane heels
4.Madame Vu brooch
5.CND polish nail
6. Irma Guzman Eco Jewelry Deep Sea tagua earrings 
7.Merona scarf

Animal Magnetism

The limited-edition Dior "Mitzah" eyeshadow palette pays homage to legendary hat designer - and Christian Dior muse- Mitzah Bricard, a Parisian with an affinity for animal prints.

The kit contains three neutral eyeshadows you can apply individually or swirl together and sweep on for a bronzed effect. Gotta grrrab it!

The 10 Pantone hues that will color your look for Fall/Winter 2011

Pantone, the global authority on color for design industries, has announced the Fashion Color Palette for Fall/Winter 2011. These are the top 10 colors that will prevail this upcoming season. From left to right: Bamboo, Emberglow, Honeysuckle, Phlox, Cedar, Deep Teal, Coffee Liqueur, Nougat, Orchid Hush and Quarry.

And these are our favorites, Irma Guzman Eco Jewelry is proud to have the closest matching Pantone colors for necklaces.



Cedar, a mossy, sandy green that "evokes the freshness of a cool mist in a dark forest" as Pantone puts it. Our Evergreen necklace from the Amazon Rainforest Collection is a good representation of this neutral color.

Honeysuckle (right), a vibrant reddish pink that mixes well with the other 9 colors in the palette.

Phlox (left), named after the flower, is described by Pantone as a "magical deep purple with a hint of mystery." We have mixed these two amazing colors to create Aurora Borealis, which is part of the Amazon Rainforest Collection. Romantic and elegant for a night on the town.

Nougat, a neutral, that could be defined as creamy and warm. Consider Phlox, Honeysuckle, or Emberglow for a feminine touch. Our Baru necklace from our Amazon Rainforest Collection fits perfectly this description. Feminine and stunning this design will garner attention.

We often think of yellow as more of a summer color, but Pantone's Bamboo will take your fall outfits to a new level this year. Our Olivia Necklace is a good representation of this stunning color. A multitude of tagua petals will add a pop of fashion to your wardrobe.

One of our favorites is Coffee Liqueur, an elegant, deep earthen neutral that can be used as a warmer substitute for black. For bold impact mix it with Honeysuckle or Emberglow. True artistry meets Hot Coffee and Tahiti necklaces in an exciting combination of earthly colors.

Are you ready to update your look?

Choosing the right necklace length

The length of a necklace is a matter of importance for both designers and consumers. As a designer, I take into consideration these factors: shapes and texture of the materials; necklace length and style; necklines of clothing; color trends; and the best occasion to wear it. As a consumer, a necklace length influences our overall style: it can enhance our outfit (or ruin it) hide imperfections or accentuate our beautiful parts. 

Collar (12-13 inches)
This necklace lies on the neck. It is made of two or more strands. For an elegant and classy look, wear it V-neck tops, boat neck or off the shoulder outfits. One reminder, if you have a rounded face shape, or if your neck is short, don’t wear it or it makes your face rounder or your neck shorter. It compliments an evening look.

Choker (14-16 inches)
Lies just below the neckline. It is made of single or multi strands. It can go with any outfit from casual to fancy. Perfect for any time of day and occasion.

Princess (17-19 inches)
This is a very popular necklace length. Great for crew, high and low plunging necklines. This length is great for a pendant. Depending on what you wear, a Princess necklace has a versatile length for both daytime and evening.

Matinee (20-24 inches)
This necklace sits right above your chest and are elegant for casual and business dressing. It compliments a higher neckline. Just be careful when wearing this type of necklace, make sure your outfit is not too overpowering. You want either your outfit or your necklace to pop, not both.

Opera (28-34 inches)
This is the most flexible necklace length out of all lengths. Ideal for classic or casual attire. It works with both high or crew necklines; and turtle neck in winter. A lot of office ladies like this necklace length because they can wear it differently during and after work.

Rope or Lariat (Over 45 inches)
A minimum of 45 inches with clasps placed in strategic locations. You can wear it as a single layer, double or even triple! As great as it sounds, a Rope length is not for everyone, and it is one of those make-or-break-your-outfit type of necklace.

My personal quote

My personal quote:

To me a necklace goes far beyond being a simple accessory. In fact, it is the most important one, because the right necklace can change your whole appearance.
Irma Guzman

Para mi el collar va mas alla de ser un simple accesorio. De hecho, es el mas importante porque el collar apropiado puede cambiar toda tu apariencia.
Irma Guzman

Irma Guzman Eco Jewelry

Queen of the Forest Outfit

Outfit Description

Ted Baker Phoenix Waterfall Wrap Cardigan (green) $125
Big Star Maddie Stretch Jean $98
Prada Two Handle Tote $2,400
Betmar French Beret $17
Irma Guzman Handmade EcoJewelry "Queen of the Forest" Necklace & Earrings $38
Christian Louboutin Bibi 140 suede pumps $795
Jessica Simpson Belt $48
Chanel Chance Eau de Parfum for women $72
Yves Saint Laurent Pure Lipstick No.16 $32