A Slap on the Wrist

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Everything you needed to know about these bangle bracelets, otherwise known as your recent obsession:

*They were designed by Jessica Kagan Cushman, a jeweler based in Manhattan

*They are made of fossilized mammoth ivory, which you can also see in the Museum of Natural History

*They are inspired by the scrimshaw tradition of 19th Century sailors; instead of Biblical verses or women’s names, Jessica has inscribed her own bracelets with movie quotes and graffiti.

*Hilary Duff likes them

*They are about $800 each at Barneys, which means…

*We will be doing a DIY story inspired by the bracelets very soon. Stay tuned.

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posted by guest

Feb 14, 2007 1:31PM

THANK YOU!

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posted by guest

Feb 14, 2007 4:06PM

i have some friend who are asst buyers at barneys and they were wearing those like 4 on each hand, i had no idea how expensive they were! dang

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posted by Severine

Feb 15, 2007 7:52AM

I'm currently on a quest for plain white or cream plastic bangles in preparation for fashion DIY!

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posted by LadySOV

Feb 15, 2007 9:43PM

Forever 21 had cream bangles back in December. I'm thrilled with my ten dollar investment right now. Please please please light up my life with the best DIY tips!

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