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    ART: MAISON RAPIN & KAM TIN

    May 26, 2020 - By 

    The incredible collection Kam Tin, is known for the exciting use of jewels, creating a treasure trove of ambers and turquoise in an abundant homage to these gems of inspiration. Moving beyond in contrast to the smooth rounded stones that have dappled the cabinets, sideboards, and furniture, and now the designer has turned a new, very sharp corner in the choice of medium. This fresh chapter is a surprising stone: iron pyrite. A sparkling, metallic mineral muse that is fascinating in form and an intriguing choice for collectors who wish to punctuate a space with practical pieces that elevate the…

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    JEWEL SPOTLIGHT: KUNZITE

    November 28, 2018 - By 

    Arguably the most delicious color range in the gemstone world, Kunzite is the cotton candy colored variety of the mineral spodumene. Delicate pastel pink to intense violet-ish purple, Kunzite is loved for the special hues available making it possible for designers to create impressive designs. In fact the Smithsonian Institution has a prized faceted heart-shaped kunzite that weighs a stunning 880 carats. Due to its pleochroic characteristic, meaning that it flashes two different shades of visible color, it shows the best color when you look down the length of the crystal. The pegmatite deposits that the rough kunzite crystals are…

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    JEWEL SPOTLIGHT: FIRE OPAL

    November 14, 2018 - By 

    Likened to fire yet born of water, Fire Opal is a very intriguing jewel with an ancient and storied past. Fire opal is a particular variety and color range found within the opal family. From India, Persia, and all the way to deserts of Australia, opals have been cherished as a symbol for everything from passionate love to giving the gift of prophesy. One thing is certain, opal made a mark on every culture where she was found. The Mayan and Aztec Empires in particular had access to the mining locals where the special Fire Opal variety is found. They…

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    DESIGNER SPOTLIGHT: LUCA JOUEL

    May 23, 2018 - By 

    When world traveler and Australian Gemologist, Tereena Lucas, decided to channel her love of beauty, art and culture into a jewelry collection she knew it had to not only be beautiful in appearance but that she also had to imbue it with a beautiful soul. Each ring, necklace and pendant had to have something special and unique. As such, she started at the source, ensuring each diamond and jewel be ethically sourced.  With these parcels of treasures she began to design a collection that often features a burnished, matte finish creating a feeling of a happened upon coin, ring, or…

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    VERDURA: UNVEILING AT TEFAF

    March 9, 2018 - By 

    This year during the world’s leading and most exclusive art exhibition, the TEFAF Maastricht in the Netherlands, Verdura and Herz-Belperron, in its third year participating, will proudly be unveiling an iconic piece of jewelry that hasn’t been seen in over eighty years. As a highlight of their collection ‘Breaking Away: the Quest for Color’, the Ravenna Cuff will be makeing an historic debut.   The famous Coco Chanel was rarely ever seen without her bold and dazzling cuffs designed for her by Fulco di Verdura. They became a staple to her fashion and exemplified her take on style, and unlike her famous…

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    DE GRISOGONO: HIGH JEWELRY

    January 5, 2018 - By 

    International jewelry designer Fawaz Gruosi brings his love of jewels and colorful Mediterranean aesthetic to an exceptional collection of high jewelry, featuring large, luscious jewels and settings that overflow with a rainbow of gems. Creative. Playful. Delicious. Here are our favorite pieces.           To Learn More About The Collection Visit:  DE GRISOGONO   Photo Credit: de Grisogono SUBSCRIBE TO OUR MAILING LIST FOR MORE LUXURY TODAY! YOU WOULD ALSO ENJOY  

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    LORENZ BAUMER: JEWELRY LOOKBOOK

    January 17, 2017 - By 

    French jewelry design Lorenz Baumer is a favorite among the art gala shows throughout the seasons as he produces some of the most eye catching pieces. Bright bold jewels, exotic shapes, and a love of the unexpected makes for jewelry that is not only beautiful but intriguing. Diamonds adorn meteorite rings while scarab brooches whose wings open by pushing on the center stone, has at its heart a new alloy of gold that allows it to contain several drops of perfume, which can be released on demand. Lorenz Baumer takes a fantastical approach to design with his own unique savoir…

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    CARTIER’S DE CACTUS

    January 13, 2017 - By 

    CARTIER’S REBELLIOUS FLOWER Cartier is playing coy with their latest interpretation of beauty. The you-can-look-but-you-can’t-touch creates a tension familiar to all and is the inspiration behind their latest collection in their long standing love affair of flowers. This time recognizing that maybe this desert blossom isn’t a fleur du mal after all. Cactus de Cartier is a luxurious celebration of beauty growing amongst the thorns, delicate and wild. The desert’s searing days and frigid nights only making for brighter blooms.   Cactus de Cartier is a free-spirited collection of powerful, sculptural jewelry that makes a bold statement. Putting a twist…

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    TEMPLE ST.CLAIR EXHIBIT

    December 1, 2016 - By 

    This year’s 2016 GEM Awards winner for best jewelry designer, Temple St.Clair, is welcoming her upcoming thirty year anniversary as a jewelry designer with the debut of her third and final chapter of The Golden Menagerie Collection: The Big Game.  This incredible Haute Couture jewelry trilogy has explored everything from rare and meaningful creatures to mythical creations. This year’s chapter delves into a deeply important realm in the animal kingdom – endangered species. Using her exceptional design skills and working closely with her jewelry craftsmen and women of Florence, Temple St. Clair has imagined these precious beings into precious jewels…

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    GOLKONDA: DIAMOND CHARITY

    September 26, 2016 - By 

    THE HEART OF A DIAMOND Named in honor of the ancient and mystical mines near the city of Hyderabad, Golkonda reflects those qualities of excellence within the diamond industry. We had the opportunity to meet with the founder and third generation diamond specialist to learn about Golkonda’s latest initiative. Stepping into their New York City office you are at once captured by the incredible and sparkling mineral specimens surrounding the space. In the midst of glittering fire, flashes of scintillation, and even a crystal throne, we had the pleasure to be greeted by the founder, Vinit Mehta, who graciously shared…