Endless talk of all things sparkly.

Jewelry Shows

Miami Antique Show 2012

The Miami Antique Show was extremely amazing and fun in so many ways. Around every corner there were the most beautiful things you’ve ever laid eyes on! From the rows and rows of antique rings, to a booth full of huge fancy colored diamonds, to unbelievably… Read More

Jewelry Shows

Tucson Gem Show 2012

I was pumped to have the opportunity to check out the Tucson Gem Show this year, since I’ve always wanted to go since I could remember. My visualization of what it would be like actually was very similar–warm, desert landscape with tons of exhibitors who each have the… Read More

Obsessions

Hiatus Inspiration Board

Tomorrow will mark a full week of being MIA from work in lieu of visiting two destinations I’ve been wanting to go since forever!  I’ve been running around checking out the Miami Antique Jewelry show, flew home, and now I am in Tucson checking out the huge gem… Read More

Shop My Picks

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Engagement/Wedding Rings

Diamond in the Rough

In 2005, Diamond in the Rough reintroduced the jewelry world to raw, rough diamonds set into jewelry.  Their designs were innovative and captured everyone’s curiosities.  Celebrities began wearing Diamond in the Rough designs on the red carpet, and the concept of a rough diamond… Read More

Celebrity Jewelry

Elizabeth Olsen at the Critics’ Choice Awards

A few weeks ago Elizabeth Olsen, sister to Mary-Kate and Ashley, walked the red carpet at the Critics’ Choice Awards wearing a gorgeous dress, and some equally gorgeous rings.  Worn on her index, middle and ring finger are the three rings–two matching bands worn on the index… Read More

Q & A Interviews

Q & A with Jewelry Designer Cresta Bledsoe

I love stumbling upon jewelry designers whose pieces speak to me with the stone choices they use and the uniqueness of their work. Cresta Bledsoe‘s designs caught my attention with its focus on timeless pieces that hold the lore of a shark’s tooth or a fossil,… Read More