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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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Royal Asscher, Stars of Africa Pendant Necklace: A World of Diamonds

I’m simplifying my accessories by wearing pendants and putting away the twisting and dangling multi-media necklaces. But that doesn’t mean jewels shouldn’t always shine. This orb made of a 2.4 carat diamond is stellar in every nuance of the word. Orbited by a ring of pave diamonds set in rose gold and connected to a … Continue reading “Royal Asscher, Stars of Africa Pendant Necklace: A World of Diamonds”

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Munnu Double-Sided Rose Cut & Pave Diamond Hoop Earrings: A Double Life

Two times the extravagance! When it comes to an investment piece, you want a jewel that really works for you, not to mention you can reap maximum wear from. That’s why, especially if we’re talking big-ticket items, a dual-sided piece justifies everything. These brilliant hoop earrings by Munnu are worthy of several double takes. Designed … Continue reading “Munnu Double-Sided Rose Cut & Pave Diamond Hoop Earrings: A Double Life”

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Diane Kordas Negative-Space Rings: On a Positive Note

It has been awhile since I’ve seen anything this fantastic in jewel design. London-based designer Diane Kordas believes your jewels should be at once “casual and classic” and most importantly, “timeless.” Check to all of the above! Her negative-space rings have the cool factor and the family-heirloom element in equal doses – just what I … Continue reading “Diane Kordas Negative-Space Rings: On a Positive Note”

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Made Her Think: Make Them Look

I love finding cool unique jewels for a bargain. My latest discovery is Made Her Think, the Brooklyn-based line by Meredith Kahn. She was originally inspired to create jewels by Dia de los Muertos and Frida Kahlo; lately her pieces have taken on a sleek, geometric look. Such incredible designs with boldness and personality to … Continue reading “Made Her Think: Make Them Look”

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Diamond in the Rough: Natural Beauties

The jewels by Diamond in the Rough are truly exquisite and unique. I loved the ring I featured for Valentine’s Day so much, I felt the line deserved a huge feature to themselves. The high-end brand is all about exactly what their name suggests: captivated by the diamond in its real, raw form, they don’t … Continue reading “Diamond in the Rough: Natural Beauties”

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