Endless talk of all things sparkly.

Obsessions

Happy Easter, 2011

Happy Easter! This little bunny pendant, designed by Hillier who creates fine gauge animal ‘doodles’ taking inspiration from the humble paper clip, comes in 18k gold with a pink tourmaline eye. It also comes in other cool options like black gold and rose gold. The bunny necklace… Read More

Designer Jewelry

Paolo Costagli and his ombrฤ— jewels

Ombré is a French term for the word shading–usually done from light to dark. In fashion, ombré has been popular on and off for quite some time. Whether it’s shades of purple on a long gown, or shades of blonde on a head of hair, ombré has been extremely popular… Read More

Obsessions

Black & White Jewelry Ads

Always loved black & white photography; even better is a black & white jewelry ad. Top to bottom: Finn Jewelry, me for Walton’s Antique Jewelry (photographed by Paul Moser), Jessica McCormack Jewelry, Kate Moss for David Yurman. Read More

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SHOW ME YOUR RINGS

SHOW ME YOUR RINGS! XIII

{from top to bottom: reader Saeran with her collection of rings–she recommends Todd Pownell of Tap Studios Theresa of T does Wool with a shot of her gold bands and a white gold filigree ring reader Alaina of Insert Style Here with some gorgeous… Read More

My Jewel Box

My Jewel Box: 1950s Buckle Ring

Just wanted to share a new ring I recently got–it is a 1950s diamond and sapphire buckle ring. I like the thick width of the band; definitely fun to wear! I will be posting a new volume of SHOW ME YOUR RINGS photo submissions, so get your photo submitted… Read More

Obsessions

Jewelry Icon: Joan Burstein of Browns

I mean, I don’t necessarily look forward to aging, but this photo speaks volumes to me. Taken by The Sartorialist, this image captures Joan Burstein posing with some beautiful pieces of jewelry. Joan is the founder of Browns–a private department store known for… Read More