STYLE
Get inspired by how designers rock their own jewelry
During this year’s jewelry week in Las Vegas, where established and bright new talents come together to present their latest collections at the Couture Show (a trade only event for journalists and retailers), designers were rocking their own looks, wearing the items and trends that will hit the stores during fall into holiday 2017. Unlike…
Read MoreThe Gemstone that glows with the attributes of the moon
“Do you believe in magic in a young girls heart?” goes the first line of the 1965 Loving Spoonful song. I was only four years-old and I’m guessing that many of you were not even around yet when the song was released, but whenever I hear these lyrics and bubbly beat, it reminds me of…
Read MoreAdd These Looks To Your Jewelry Wardrobe
I have an amazing job. Anyone with a serious jewelry jones will understand. I get to scout out modern jewelry trade shows, previews, designer’s studios, workshops and showrooms. I also am privy to antique dealer’s hidden treasures and I am able to see all the fresh pieces as soon as they hit the dealer’s booths…
Read MoreWhy A Y-Necklace should be a staple in your jewelry wardrobe
Sinuous and sexy, Y-necklaces returns to the jewelry scene for spring/summer 2017 in a variety of moods and themes, from floral feminine motifs to the streamlined simplicity of a single pave bar dipping down to emphasize the décolletage. Y-necklaces draw inspiration from earlier lavaliere style necklaces-highly popular in the lacy and airy styles of the…
Read MoreJewelry Therapy: What Your Next Jewelry Purchase Means
There are a number of ways to de-stress and open up to different aspects of life that revolved around the use of gems. I went once for a chakra facial and it was without a doubt, relaxing. After the facial I was even gifted the rose quartz that was put on my heart chakra which…
Read MoreSeven Styles of Earrings You will want to own
Bejeweled’s second story in our April 2017 series on classic, must-have silhouettes that continue to withstand the test of time in all categories of jewelry. Ear stacks, in which sporting different styles—ear climbers, jackets, multiple studs and mismatched pairs have fast become almost as popular as wearing fingers full of rings. Yet there are,…
Read MoreTrade Your Jewelry Misses For Must Have Pieces
Every now and then we get drawn in by what the press or marketing campaigns tout as the next hot trend or wardrobe staple. Many of these are fashion faux pas. Remember jodhpurs? Let’s all just agree now that they only look appropriate on true equestrians or costumes on actresses in a horseback riding scene.…
Read MoreEight Styles of Rings you will want to own
In March, we talked about the trends we saw on the fall/winter ready-to-wear runways and the directions, which are already popular in the jewelry design studios. We also offered our advice on five essentials jewels, which you should own for spring/summer. As we head into April, we will be featuring a series on classic, must-have…
Read MoreRevitalizing Your Engagement Ring
Did you know that two style icons, Jackie Kennedy and the Duchess of Windsor, both reset their engagement rings to keep up with modern times? The First Lady asked Van Cleef & Arpels for additional marquise shaped diamonds and the Duchess of Windsor had Cartier refashion hers with a more current setting. These legendary woman,…
Read MoreThe most Enchanting Emeralds Throughout History
If you are a May baby, you are lucky enough to have emeralds as your birthstone. These deep vivid gems have a rich history and are connected to royalty and celebrities. Here are a few of our favorite and iconic emeralds in various periods throughout time: Queen Victoria’s set a popular trend for both serpent…
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