Look, if we never saw you in the owl brooch, antler earrings, and whale tale charms again, it would be too soon.

It's time to update your accessories collection with Designs by K. Cayetano.

Karen Cayetano Leano creates modern classics. She moved to Minnesota from the East, where she picked out jewelry for Tommy Hilfiger in New York City.

Inspired to make jewelry, she launched her own line earlier this year. Many of her chains have a layered, piecey look with jeweled accents. She also incorporates textiles such as lace (see her cuffs at the MNfashion Holiday Boutique) and ruffles in this necklace. It's the perfect way to girl-up a menswear look or throw on with a simple neckline.

Styles come in limited runs, which ensures you'll probably be the only one at the party working your angle.

See? You'll be an original in no time.

Designs by K. Cayetano, available at all of the local shops listed here, including Parc Boutique, 328 E Hennepin Av, Mpls, 612-353-4966.

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