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Gleam and Glow: Diamonds
Diamonds are arguably a girl’s BFF, but like all friendships, there are nuanced shadings in the relationship, as it evolves and grows. So it is with diamond cuts and styles....
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The 2015 Met Ball: The Jewel of the New York So...
The Metropolitan Museum’s annual Costume Institute Gala in New York, called “The Jewel of the New York Social Season”, gives actresses, models and designers the chance to take risks on...
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Suffragist Jewelry
Through the centuries, jewelry has served as a symbol of love, wealth, social status, power, and even played a role in political life. Just as pins, ties, cuff links and...
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Oh My, Marsala! — Pantone's Color of the Year
The 2015 Pantone color of the year is the wonderfully earthy and versatile Marsala. Named for the rich red wine, this bold hue offers high drama while staying warm and...
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Chic Elephants on Parade! — Vintage Elephant Je...
Since ancient times, elephants have held deep symbolism for many cultures across the world. Consistently a symbol of strength and wisdom, the image of the elephant has been used to...
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The Briolette — Dimensions of Sparkle
Gemstone cuts are created to catch the light in specific ways and the briolette cut is no different. Typically, a briolette diamond is used as a type of bead, without...
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The Bright Side of Bvlgari
The renowned Italian jewelry house Bulgari is well-known for its strong, modern designs. Industrial motifs, polished metallics and the interesting – but hardly feminine – usage of ancient coins are...
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Celestial Sparkle — Lunar Luxuries to Inspire y...
This week, we were offered a celestial surprise in the Blood Moon lunar eclipse! The term “blood moon” refers to the reddish hue the Moon takes on when passing through...
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Sham-Rockin' — Sparkle for St. Patrick's Day!
March 17 marks the celebration and feast day of Saint Patrick, patron saint of Ireland. Though the exact dates and events of his life have been blurred and confused over...
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The Color of Kings — A Brief Entry into Enamel ...
For millennia, jewelers and artisans of decorative objects have used enamel techniques to enliven and adorn their creations. The colors created through the use of enamel have been so sought...
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Marguerite Stix — Sculptor, Artist and Jeweler
Jewelry design in the 20th Century has gone through numerous innovations in style and technique. Not least of these innovations is the production of art jewelry — jewels created by...
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A Golden Gait — Celebrate the Year of the Horse...
2014 ushers in the Year of the Wooden Horse – so get ready for twelve months of fast-paced action and adventure! In the Chinese Zodiac, the Horse is a symbol...
