Famous Finery

While Charlotte jewelry designer Laura James says she's always dreamed big, she never imagined she would see her stylish necklaces dangling from celebrities' necks. Since launching the line in 2005, James's jewelry has been featured on the Today show, worn on the hit series Gossip Girl, and spotted on celebrities like Jessica Alba. "It's very surreal," says James, who started her creative business as a means of self-expression. "It's one thing to dream, and another when the line between dream and reality blurs." All jewelry available at laurajamesjewelry.com.

	As seen on Sorority Girl actress Rumer Willis ... Star necklace in 14-karat gold, $160
	As seen on actress Jessica Alba ... Hand-stamped personalized multicoin necklace in 14-karat gold, $96
	As seen on Gossip Girl actress Jessica Szhor ... Vintage jet cameo necklace in 14-karat gold, $160