Tiffany & Co. Legacy Gemstones: I Am Legend
There are jewels, and then there are JEWELS. Gasp-inducing, heart-thumping, family-heirloom jewels that Liz Taylor would have really appreciated. Tiffany & Co.’s newest Legacy Gemstones clearly fall into the latter category. With a lookbook featuring models worthy of such sparkle (like Doutzen Kroes and Karen Elson), we are talking major carats and hundreds of diamonds. … Continue reading “Tiffany & Co. Legacy Gemstones: I Am Legend”
Lizzie Fortunato Jewels
I’m getting more and more excited for my India trip…only 5 days away! My first stop is Mumbai for my friend’s 1,500-person wedding (apparently that’s how they roll in India!). The 5-day affair requires 10 outfit changes (the invite was too many pages to count and each event on the itinerary has a specific dress … Continue reading “Lizzie Fortunato Jewels”
Marni's Set of Three Swarovski Crystal Brooches: Snob or Slob?
What is it with luxury brands and insects lately? I love the idea of a trio of complementary brooches to accent a simple cardigan or a sweater, but I’m torn about what to make of Marni’s Set of Three Swarovski Crystal Brooches ($355). I can think of few things that I find less appealing than … Continue reading “Marni's Set of Three Swarovski Crystal Brooches: Snob or Slob?”
Lanvin Spring 2011
Last season’s tiger’s fang-shaped necklaces have become next season’s housefly. Elie Top, Lanvin’s creative head when it comes to all things bijoux, has focused on a smaller object upon which to fantasize. The resulting brooches, necklaces and bracelets can verge on creepy at times–particularly for those with a fear of insects–but they’re nevertheless jeweled and … Continue reading “Lanvin Spring 2011”
Carolina Bucci Bambini
Carolina Bucci’s family has been in the jewelry business for over 125 years, so she literally has been immersed in the industry her whole life. In addition to a dozen different collections, the designer has a bespoke line. It’s her Bambini line however that won me over! No, I don’t have kids to buy pieces … Continue reading “Carolina Bucci Bambini”