Endless talk of all things sparkly.

Q & A Interviews

Q & A with Jewelry Designer Arik Kastan

Arik Kastan Rose Gold Jewelry is a line that I’ve loved from the very beginning! The designs resurrect the breathtaking craftsmanship and motifs of antique jewelry in today’s modern world. And the timing couldn’t have been better–with antique jewelry becoming popular as ever, and… Read More

Auctions

Skinner to Auction Some Stunning Fine Jewelry

I love looking through auction catalogs of upcoming sales–Skinner has an auction on Tuesday, June 12, 2012 and it seems like they have some really neat pieces going up on the block.  The auction is being held at their Boston gallery and will feature over 550 lots… Read More

Obsessions

Summer Anticipation Inspiration Board

{from top to bottom: love the bright colors and ring combination–Cartier trinity, monogram, big engagement ring & bands Lucie Campbell diamond bow earrings #summerfavorite Kanye West is wearing a cameo.  Cameos are officially back in style. Scosha adult friendship bracelets, the best bracelets for summertime… Read More

Shop My Picks

ShopGemGossip.com

Antique & Vintage Jewelry

Vintage Jewels: Piano Playing Combo

This shot taken from a 1930s film called Always Goodbye is a great example of Art Deco jewelry. Actress Elissa Landi poses at a piano wearing diamond and pearl stud earrings, a multiple strand pearl necklace, along with a couple of bracelets, including a 5-strand pearl bracelet with gemstone… Read More

Obsessions

Obsession: Gregio Charm Rings

Love getting insights from other jewelry lovers–this one comes from Suzanne who wrote to me and wanted me to check out Gregio. She thought I would like these charm rings, and she was right! I love the cross one the best; each is done in 14k… Read More

Jewelry Shows

Preview JCK Show 2012

So incredibly disappointed I won’t be able to attend the JCK Vegas Show this year.  I will have to reminisce about last year I guess.  The lookbook that was put together to highlight some of the exhibitors is dripping with jewels–so many up-and-coming designers to look forward to!… Read More