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Lydia Courteille Jewels: Lydia in Wonderland

Lydia Courteille wanted her jewels to create a dream-like state of mind for their wearers, and she did that and more! The jeweler has brought to life a fantasy that we all want to believe in when we step into the world of fashion – that there is beauty beyond this world that can change … Continue reading “Lydia Courteille Jewels: Lydia in Wonderland”

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Cindy Chao’s Million-Dollar Jewel: Madam Butterfly

We know Cindy Chao as much more than a jewelry designer – she’s an artist. Her breathtaking diamond butterfly just sold for nearly a million dollars at a Christie’s auction – how insane is that?! She has crafted a jeweled butterfly every year since 2004, when she founded The Art Jewel, an innovative company focused … Continue reading “Cindy Chao’s Million-Dollar Jewel: Madam Butterfly”

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Delfina Delettrez Collar Shirt Diamond Necklace: Hot Under the Collar

Collars get a lot of attention. Blue collars, white collars, popped collars, etc. I think I’ve found my favorite, though – the diamond collar! Delfina Delettrez, a fourth generation Fendi, has created a truly unique jewel here. Her playful, and sometimes gothic designs are produced with mixed medias and unusual subjects (some pieces are inspired … Continue reading “Delfina Delettrez Collar Shirt Diamond Necklace: Hot Under the Collar”

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Top 5 Snake Jewels: Snake Charmer

If you have a stressful job, one that has you lying with snakes, this is a sure way to fend them off! I have found that jewelry is very therapeutic. What you wear can be empowering, and there is definitely some mystical energy that emanates from precious stones (please don’t try to debunk my theory … Continue reading “Top 5 Snake Jewels: Snake Charmer”

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Irene Neuwirth Diamond Layered Pear-Shaped Earrings: Hoop Dreams

Hoops have that everlasting appeal that pairs with everything. Matte white gold sets off the inner layers of pave diamond hoops for a dazzling display that is simultaneously subdued and suited for daily wear. The hoops within hoops conjures up images of endlessness and that is exactly what these are, earrings for all eternity yet … Continue reading “Irene Neuwirth Diamond Layered Pear-Shaped Earrings: Hoop Dreams”

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Catherine Zeta-Jones Wears Norman Silverman: Rocks of Ages

Catherine Zeta-Jones is not a star to be forgotten! And her choice of jewels is rock-hard proof. Strutting out of her home in NYC on June 14th, en route to promote her new flick, Rock of Ages, she looked every part the old-Hollywood pro. Wearing an easy, cowl-necked dress, a pair of cat-eye shades, and … Continue reading “Catherine Zeta-Jones Wears Norman Silverman: Rocks of Ages”

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