Personal Accessories

Inspired by elaborate designs of Byzantine, Victorian-era and Middle Eastern jewelry and decorative arts, Golan's products offer an array of richly hued semi-precious stones, Swarovski crystals and freshwater pearls set in sterling silver and other mixed metals. Straps are extra and available in black or brown; price: $30. Click on image for larger view.

Founded in 1993, the artists had a simple but revolutionary idea: design and make fashionable, unique and trendsetting purses and belts by reusing and recycling materials that would otherwise be overlooked or thrown away. Not only did the idea work, but it introduced the world to a new term: ecofashion. Shown: President Obama Fender Flair. Click on image for larger view.