Have: Embellished Bib Necklace

The statement jewelry trend has certainly been in our faces this season—and I'm okay with that. Because I tend to choose classic, basic clothes without overt patterns or embellishments, statement jewelry really appeals to me.

One of the freshest subcategories of this trend is the bib necklace, a heavily embellished chest piece that often has a ribbon-tie closure. The downside to this trend is these necklaces tend to cost hundreds of dollars despite only being made of ribbon, beads, and crystals. So when I saw this "Cleopatra" necklace by Tasha at Nordstrom for a reasonable $48, I snatched it.

The photograph truly does not do the beautiful green color justice. Another plus is that it's fun to wear—and turns into a disco ball in the winter sun!

Available at Nordstrom.com (though not in green like mine)

Want: Elizabeth and James Jewelry

Slowly but surely, I've developed a fascination with the Olsen's Elizabeth and James. And while items from their pricier, The Row, fall into the wish category, E&J pieces are a definite want—especially with my birthday next month.

Though several pieces from this season's collection have caught my eye, it's the jewelry that has really captured my attention. Many of the pieces are nature inspired and made from mixed metals, which makes them practical for daily wear.

The Snake Earrings, Feather Earrings, and Twig Cuff Bracelet are currently topping my list.

And with any luck, one of these will become a have by the end of next month.

Image credit: http://www.neimanmarcus.com/