Keep Austin Trending

I was recently given a few vintage heirloom pieces that were passed down from my grandmother, great grandmother, and aunt. It’s amazing to think about the history behind those baubles. My ancestors have traveled across the globe, collecting jewelry on the way, and I intend to keep the tradition alive by purchasing my own adornments while I explore the beauty of Europe this summer.

Some of the stunning pieces are highlighted above! Do you have any cherished bracelets or brooches that have a captivating story about them?

Drumroll, Please…

One lucky lady is about to add a wonderful statement piece to her wardrobe! So without further ado, the winner of our Audra’s Details giveaway is Alex Siminski!

Congratulations! Please email rachelkschultz@gmail.com to redeem your jewelry. Thank you to everybody that entered our first sweepstakes… be sure and stay tuned for more fabulous giveaways in the near future. Have a great weekend everyone!

Stellar Sweepstakes

I am thrilled to announce that Audra Deaton of Audra’s Details has partnered with Keep Austin Trending for our first giveaway! This week you can WIN a gorgeous statement necklace, and the winner will be announced Friday.

Follow the instructions below to enter our sweepstakes:

- leave a comment on this blog post telling us your favorite way to accessorize or “Like” Keep Austin Trending and Audra’s Details on Facebook and tell us your favorite way to accessorize!

- To increase your chances of winning, add us on Twitter and tweet @rachelkschultz and @audey_j with the #keepaustintrending hashtag

Below is a fun Q&A with the talented girl behind the jewels, Audra!

1. Nickname? “Audball.”

2. Where are you from? “I was originally born in Roswell, New Mexico, and later raised in Lubbock, Texas.”

3. What is one item you would never leave the house without? “A roll-on stick of fresh perfume.”

4. If you were a shoe, what shoe would you be? “A lace-up, wedge heel bootie in fantastic black leather! Just saying it gets me excited and makes me feel powerful.”

5. Who is your celebrity crush? “Kit Harington from Game of Thrones. An accent with shaggy hair and puppy dog eyes- that’s a killer combo!”

6. What was the last song playing in your car? “Wading in the Velvet Sea- Phish.”

7. What inspired you to design jewelry? “A college research project in an Ancient African History writing course. I was so interested in studying the materials and natural elements used to adorn people throughout different cultures.”

8. Who is your favorite jewelry designer? “Elizabeth and Kathryn Fortunator of Lizzie Fortunato Jewels.”

9. What is your favorite thing to do in Austin? “Wake up on a Saturday, pop into a neighborhood coffee shop, and order a yummy breakfast. I could sit for hours and read a book or people watch some of the visitors.”

10. One thing most people don’t know about you? “As much as I love jewelry, I have a fear of over doing it. I’ll never forget this Coco Chanel quote I read in a book that influences my style: “When accessorizing, always take off the last thing you put on.” I’m a firm believer that sometimes too much can be distracting. If you’re on your way out the door and throw on something last minute, it probably wasn’t necessary. If you have confidence, that’s all you need!”

Happy March 1st you guys! So, I am totally swamped with school at the moment…and a little behind on my blogging, but I wanted to share my Instagram picture from last nights basketball game- dressed to impress in none other than burnt orange and turquoise jewels! With football and basketball season home games coming to a close, the count down until I graduate is becoming a lot more realistic. I have cherished every moment spent at this admirable university, and I am challenging myself to take one day at a time…making memories that I will never forget. Sounds cheesy I know, but as every month passes, I wish I could slow down the clock. Have a great weekend everyone!

Make a STATEMENT

Statement necklaces are trending everywhere lately, and NYFW didn’t disappoint! After interning for Kendra Scott, I’ve realized how one chunky gem can make any outfit go from day to night. Here are some of my top picks…

*Images via Pinterest, Style.com (Tommy Ton), Tumblr: Olive&Taupe, Relaxed, Chloe Rose Boutique