We all can't necessarily afford the jewelry designs that so often adorn super models as they strut down the cat walk, and that was why jewelry designer Laura James decided on make a collection for the "every woman." She recently introduced her new collection entitled Runway Chic.

From a recent company press release:

"I enjoy the challenge of bringing ideas from the Runway to women who don't necessarily have access to the larger variety offered in high-fashion meccas like California and New York," said Designer Laura James. "My wish is for every woman who appreciates design to have the option to wear it, and I pride myself on offering great quality and cutting-edge design with a tailored foundation. The highest compliment I can receive is when a woman mentions that she is able to wear my pieces more than once."

Using semi-precious and organic stones, gold, silver and vintage materials, James creates a timeless yet trendy approach in her designs with a choice of collections aimed to fit anyone's style.

I spent some time browsing on her site for you.




Dainty silver skull, vintage Swarovski crystal and moonstone dangle from an antiqued silver rolo chain




Wire wraps these lovely orange Chalcedony stones into the perfect dangle.




This fabulous necklace of quartz spears, Chrysoprase balls, moonstones and vermeil hang from vintage gold links.

As a side note, I'd like to say what a wonderful site Laura James has. It is easy to navigate, she has wonderful close up and photos with different perspectives that give you a great view of the jewelry, and she doesn't have stupid copy blocks on images so that jewelry journalist like moi can't copy her jewelry to show to people like you. Take note fellow jewelry designers. If I can't show your jewelry then I can't show you off either, right?