Archive for the ‘Jewelry’Category

Veronica 4 Strand Necklace: Chic & Timeless!

Veronica 4 Strand Necklace Have you ever noticed that when you go into a woman’s jewelry box, there are many different styles, many different pieces and all around tons of different accessories?  One of the recent things that I found in my mother’s jewelry box actually was the Veronica 4 Strand Necklace.  This perfect necklace is one that looks so familiar to me yet so new all in the same token.  It is something that is beautiful as well.

The Veronica 4 Strand Necklace is actually multiple stands of shimmering little Czech stones paired with glass beads are what make up this beautiful piece of jewelry.  The shortest strand ranges around 18.5” and the longest strand is about 21”.

The clasp is silver and beautiful and all around, this is a must-have for nighttime activities!  The price is about $138, but it is so worth it!

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09 2009

Guys, Let Jeff Cooper Make Your Love Eternal

mens-ringIt is sort of easy to forget that plenty of men like jewelry too. Sometimes the only thing that reminds me to be more gender equal is when I run across a really stunning piece, like this ring by designer Jeff Cooper.

Cooper is based in New York, and has the distinction of being voted the Designer of the Year, courtesy of the Platinum Guild International. Once you have seen his work, it is easy to understand why he earned that title.

Take, for instance, the piece here — the Jeff Cooper Eternal 12 Platinum and Diamond Mens Wedding Band. The six millimeter band features twelve princess cut diamonds with a bevel set, and it is absolutely gorgeous.

Love is eternal; marriage is eternal; fine jewelry is eternal; rings are eternal; and the ring is called Eternal — you do the math!

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09 2009

This Is What Happens When a Sculptor Becomes a Jewelry Designer

earringsCharles Krypell is a jewelry designer now, but he used to be a sculptor, and when you look at his pieces, that information really is not surprising. There is an exquisite attention to detail in the jewelry pieces he designs. His jewelry is absolutely timeless with a depth of sophistication.

Take, for instance, the Charles Krypell Diamond and Green Tourmaline Dangle Earrings. These are so absolutely beautiful they just about take my breath away.

The 18k earrongs are two tone gold, and they contain two green tourmaline gems with a honeycomb cushion cut. The aesthetic is extremely innovative while remaining classic, elegant, even somehow graceful.

The tourmaline is 5.78 carats, and the earrings also feature a total of .45 carat worth of round cut yellow sapphires, along with beautifully cut diamonds.

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09 2009

Gotta-Have Earrings by John Brana

bra2John Brana’s jewelry collections are very distinctive. That they are designer is no question, but they are also exquisite hand crafted, the pieces generally completely unique and one of a kind.

Being a lover of most things amethyst, I was immediately struck by these Amethyst Wire Wrapped 14K Gold-filled Earrings. The polished spirals are filled with 14K gold, and then wrapped by hand with round beads of amethyst. The resulting dimension is quite daring.

The color is beautiful, and I love the design as well, even though I am not typically a fan of yellow gold.

This piece is part of John Bana’s Barbary Coast Collection, which encompasses many gorgeous pieces. It is filled with beads and gemstones, plenty of amethyst, amber, onyx, citrine, prehnite, and quartz, among other gems.

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09 2009

Versace Has Vibrant Jewelry, Too!

ver3-2When you want classic, stylish, sophisticated clothing with an edge, you turn to Versace. When you want classic, stylish, sophisticated jewelry with an edge, you go to Versace as well.

There are a lot of labels behind the Versace brand — Versace Jeans Couture, Gianni Versace Couture, plus several more. It is in Gianni Versace Couture that you can find the most exquisite jewelry you have ever seen.

I have fallen in love with this Topaz and Diamonds White Gold Ring, for instance. Usually I am not the biggest fan of topaz but I really like this, especially the way it flows with the diamonds and the white gold, which form one of my favorite combinations. The topaz is a very opulent, very decadent blue and it is accented with two Vs in perfect symmetry, complete with brilliant cut, round pave diamonds.

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09 2009

Simmons Men’s Jewelry: The Men Need Some Love Too!

Simmons Men's JewelryWhen you think about it, us women mostly focus our attention and love for jewelry on ourselves and we do not think about the men’s piece of jewelry at all.  Well, Simmon’s Jewelry Co. has taken a turn for the best and they have actually come out with a beautiful men’s collection of bracelets, chains, rings and even some diamond earrings that you might want to borrow from your man!

These beautiful pieces are mainly focused for the urban-minded man, however in my mind, they look absolutely beautiful!  This particular brand includes some traditional diamonds and gold combinations; however there are some different things used as well – such as rubber and stainless steel, because we all know that a man loves his stainless steel.

In this collection, pieces range from $150.00 all the way to $15,000 – which is something that not a lot of collections have!

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08 2009

Ed Hardy + Watches = <3!

Don Ed Hardy When you think of a watch, what is usually the first thing that you think about?  Well, if you are me, then you think of Ed Hardy, the king of modern tattoos and bringing that particular rock ‘n roll trait into everything that he does.  We all know that Ed Hardy is known for his sophistication, his experimentation and also his depth, but what I did not know is that he was known for his beautiful watches!

Watches to me are something that not a lot of people wear anymore, but when you have something this beautiful in your possession, how can you not wear it?  A twist on a classic, Ed Hardy style is exactly what this beautiful watch represents.  Gold, bling and the ability to tell time – it is awesome!

So if you are style and fashion conscious, you should absolutely take a look into this beautiful piece of artwork!

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08 2009

Engagement Rings? Royal Asscher Has You Covered!

Royal Asscher Eclipse Diamond Engagement RingLet’s have a chat about some of the latest things about the Royal Asscher family – it has been quite a while since I have done a blog about what they are doing right?  Well, I have to say that they are up to nothing but good and as always, they come to impress.

Their Eclipse collection is no different at all and this is just one engagement ring from that collection.  I love the fact that this particular ring not only has a beautifully cut diamond in the middle, but the ring itself is thicker and the circles of diamonds are very attractive.

The Royal Asscher Eclipse collection is something that I took a deep look at every single piece and I have found that they are all beautifully done and once again, the Royal Asscher is a family that I would be very proud to have on my finger!

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08 2009

The Titanium Jewelry of Wallace Chan

wallacechanring01Subtitled: If You Loved Sex in the City (The Movie), You Have to Take a Look at This.

Wallace Chan is famed for his titanium jewelry, all of which is decidedly beautiful, not to mention gorgeously crafted, exquisitely designed, and expertly rendered.

But I am particularly drawn to this piece, a flower ring from Wallace Chan. Why am I drawn to this piece? Because it is reminiscent of the ring Samantha fell in love with in the aforementioned movie — however, it is much, much more tastefully done.

I found the ring in the movie absolutely exquisite — in theory. However, I also thought it was a bit too gaudy for me to ever want to wear. The same cannot be said for the ring Chan has designed. I love everything about it. I love the detail, I love that the design aesthetic is both natural yet edgy; it is elegant and too beautiful for words.

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07 2009

Give Your Girl a Kiss on a Special Day

hersheys-kissWhat could be better than a sweet, chocolaty Hershey’s Kiss? Well … if you ask your girlfriend, wife, lover, or significant other, he or she might agree that diamonds can make that sweet treat even better.

What you see here comes courtesy of World Trade Jewelers, which launched a brand new collection which has been licensed by Hershey’s. Among the pieces in the collection is the Kiss Pendant. In fact, there is plenty of Hershey’s kiss jewelry available in lots of sizes, with white gold and diamonds.

This particular piece, however, features gorgeous diamond pave.

Back to the collection as a whole, the pieces will range in price from just under five hundred dollars ($499) to just under eight thousand dollars ($7,999).

So, find out what your sweetheart’s favorite Hershey’s treat is, and see if you cannot surprise him or her by mixing a chocolate candy treat with some gorgeous diamond jewelry!

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07 2009