When a style blogger known for her editorial eye and considered approach to accessories chooses to include a children's jewelry brand in her holiday gift guide, it says something worth noting. It says the pieces are beautiful enough to stand on their own — not just as gifts for a child, but as jewelry, full stop.
That is exactly what happened when Kim Weling of Fashionably Petite featured Blue Francis in her Accessories Holiday Gift Guide 2025.
The Feature
Kim noted that while Blue Francis is known for children's jewelry, it can honestly be jewelry for any age. She wrote about her appreciation for the concept of keepsake jewelry — pieces designed to be passed down from generation to generation rather than worn once and forgotten. Her personal favorite from the collection was the Cross Twinkle Necklace, crafted in gold vermeil over sterling silver with cubic zirconia stones for a touch of subtle sparkle.
It is a meaningful observation. A piece that transcends its intended audience and earns a place in an accessories guide written for adult women is a piece that has genuine design credibility — not just sentimental value.
About Fashionably Petite
Fashionably Petite is the blog of Kim Weling, a New York City-based lifestyle and fashion writer known for her thoughtful, editorial approach to style and accessories. Her gift guides are personal and considered — built on genuine preference rather than volume — which makes a feature there a meaningful editorial endorsement.
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