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May 5, 2008

Jesse’s Girl

Realm Jewelry

Paula’s outfits, hair, and commentary on American Idol may show questionable judgment, but she’s right about one thing: Opposites attract.

Case in point: the rugged contrasts of Realm jewelry. Designer Jesse Walker strings delicate semiprecious stones onto industrial stainless steel chains and safety pins. The resulting drama (thankfully, not the Hey Paula kind) is perfect for jazzing up a casual outfit.

You’ll be forever his girl once you see the cluster necklaces, honeycombs of gold and black brass safety pins studded with onyx and crystal beads. And with a head of mirrored glass, Walker’s sleek rattlesnake necklace is anything but coldhearted.

Each piece is a lot of look, so you’ll be knocked out by the price: Everything is under $100.

Straight up.

Available at Redeem, 1734 14th Street NW, at S Street (202-332-7447 or redeemus.com). To see styles, go to realmbyjessewalker.com.