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Von Vonni 's Transformer dress (from $79) really is more than meets the eye. This versatile dress can be worn long or short.  As a halter, one-shoulder or with long or capped sleeves. And it comes in an array of fun prints and festive colors. The Von Vonni woman is attracted to clean, wearable silhouettes.  Everything She Wants was invited to the glamorous up-and-coming label's New York City showroom to check out Von Vonni's latest styles for Spring/Summer 2013 --which have been worn by  Real Housewives of Atlanta star and model Cynthia Bailey--and to pick out a lovely dress to model. Don't you want one? Me modeling a long Von Vonni Transformer dress. Photos by Tracy E. Hopkins and Von Vonni.

In case you haven't noticed, we have a thing for jewelry and accessories here at Everything She Wants . We also love to showcase talented indie designers, and Michelle Kim fits the bill.  Via email, we chatted with the 22-year-old designer-- who studied psychology at the University of California Irvine--about her handmade jewelry line, The Hatters . The fun and fashionable line includes 14-karat gold-filled and sterling customized name necklaces and rings, and zodiac sign and birthstone bangles. Designer Michelle Kim. Everything She Wants : Why did you decide to pursue a career in fashion rather than psychology?  Michelle Kim: Throughout college, I found psychology to be an interesting subject to study. However, when I began to think of my life after college, I didn’t see myself being happy pursuing a PhD.  Conducting research or being a clinical practitioner without a love for the field would have definitely detracted from my drive and ability. I have always had a pa

We love a good deal, and here's one for Memorial Day weekend from online jewelry store  JoJo Loves You . The Boston-based company is known for its " Bling " earrings, and here's your chance to scoop up 3 pair for $50 or 3 pair for $60 (the  Oval and Navette Blings are our fave!).  The sale runs May 24-27.

Doll up like Daisy Buchanan in Swarovski jewels inspired by Baz Luhrmann's opulent film adaptation of the F. Scott Fitzgerald classic, The Great Gatsby .  Available exclusively at a Swarovski Crystallized store  (the only U.S. outlet is in New York City's Soho nabe), the three new dazzling collections are the Ben Amun Iris Deco Collection ; the Martine Wester Ivy Collection ; and the Kenny Ma clutch , all made with Swarovski Elements. Everything She Wants adores the subtly sparkly Ben Amun Iris Deco Collection (see photos) . Bracelet, $185 Necklace, $320 Earrings, $120 Ring, $144 Images courtesy of Swarovski Crystallized

The theme of the annual Met Ball Gala to kick off the Metropolitan Museum of Art's yearly Costume Institute exhibit was " Punk : From C haos to Couture ."  While some of the stars took a walk on fashion's wild side, some apparently didn't get the memo. Kim Kardashian/Getty Images What do you think of these Met Ball fashions? Uma Thurman Katie Holmes/ Rob Kim for Getty Images Jennifer Lopez with her beau Casper (l) and designer Michael Kors (r)./ Rob Kim for Getty Images

Since her departure from The   Real Housewives of New York star Jill Zarin has launched a chic collection of costume jewelry, which is full of Mother's Day gift possibilities. Better yet, many of Jill's fashion-forward, standout statement pieces are $25 or less! Jill Zarin "The inspiration behind the Jill Zarin Jewelry Collection came from my desire to have a line that was affordable and clearly represented my taste and style," the reality TV star says in a press release.  "I like my jewelry to be bold and colorful.  They should be something someone notices and become a topic of conversation.  Jewelry can often be a way for people to connect." The collection features designs that embody Jill's socialite status and includes two distinct lines-- NYC Signature Classics ( $18 to $78 ) inspired by her jet set New York City lifestyle, with vignettes named after NY locales (Upper East Side, Central Park, Lincoln Center, etc), and the  Fashion Statemen