Everything She Wants

We’re on a mission to find the perfect everday watch, and shopping online is an easier way to narrow the field.  So far, we like the selection on Van Mildert *, an award-winning premium fashion retailer in the U.K. that sells designer clothing, shoes and accessories.  And unlike many e-commerce stores from across the pond, Van Mildert conveniently converts its prices to U.S. dollars so you’ll know exactly how much you’re spending. From two tone watches to rubber watches with crystal embellishments, Van Mildert has a nicely curated selection.  We know we’re in the minority on this, but we’re not a fan of watches with fake or genuine bling.  Instead, we like timeless time pieces and currently Michael Kors’ eye-catching Women’s Tortoise Jet Set Watch  ( above photo ) is at the top of our holiday wish list. We also love Kors’ classic Mid-Size Chronograph Rose Gold Watch and his modern Women’s Two Tone White & Gold Silicone Watch.   To ma...

Everything She Wants is always on the lookout for a bargain.  So to my delight, I received an email from Evan Carraway Wortman, owner of an online women's jewelry and accessories boutique called Mimi's the look for less . Mixed Metal Square Studs,  $22 The family business was launched nearly two years ago by Evan and her Mom.  And from statement necklaces to eye-catching stud earrings, most items on Mimi's are under $45. "Accessories are so expensive, and if they were decently priced they usually looked cheap," explains Evan.  "We wanted to give women great looking things that weren't crazy expensive." The site was named after Evan's great aunt, Mimi. "She was so cute and loved jewelry," she says.  "Even in her 90s, she wore fun jewelry." To introduce Everything She Wants ' readers to Mimi's, I'm giving away a trendy, Large-Face Silver Watch (retail value, $30) .  The watch has a band that can be adju...