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Obsessions

Glimpse into the Past: Large, Button Earrings

Nothing is prettier than having your hair pulled back, showing off a pair of large, button earrings. And in this case, size does matter, because the perfect look is having them about the same size as your ear lobe. A nice round pair, featuring pearls, coral, or enamel are great choices. Actress of the 1960s Tippi Hedren is seen above portraying this look exactly. These earrings are 18k yellow gold and embellished in enamel, with center diamonds. They are from Beladora, and are contemporary--black, white and gold is a classic color combination. Price: $995 Mabe pearls are perfect for the round, button earring look. These are done in 14k yellow gold, at a great price of $295 at Beladora2. The color of these are described as a bronzy grey and are circa 1980. Designed by Van Cleef & Arpels, these button earrings are done in a rare natural coral, which is such a pretty color. This pair was purchased by Beladora from a prominent California estate, and is now for sale for $4250. Circa 1980, a necessary designer collector's piece for any jewelry collection. These are designed by Tiffany & Co. and feature stunning Mabe pearls in 18k yellow gold. They are contemporary, can be purchased on 1stdibs--provided by seller Hollis Reh and Shariff. Read More

Obsessions

A Bracelet LookBook//2009

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My Jewel Box

Snapshots of my Antique Jewels

[top photo] 14k yellow gold knot brooch with enamel circa 1890 from Joseph & Company Estate Gold Jewelry featured at the Nashville flea market at the TN State Fairgrounds 14k white & yellow gold diamond & sapphire filigree ring from Steve’s Pawn Shop 113 E. Side Square, Murfreesboro, TN 37130 14k yellow gold black enamel panther ring with diamond eyes from Steve’s Pawn Shop 113 E. Side Square, Murfreesboro, TN 37130 14k yellow gold sapphire & diamond pendant circa 1950s from Walton’s Antique & Estate Jewelry 410 Main St., Franklin, TN 14k rose & white gold brooch with diamond & seed pearls from eBay seller: barbara*s-lost-and-found [bottom photo] 14k white gold ring ruby & 2 diamonds circa 1930s from eBay seller: mrwatch 14k white gold sapphire eternity band from Dover Jewelry 14k white gold quarter carat diamond with 2 triangle shaped sapphires from an old watch shop in Upstate New York Read More

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Designer Jewelry

Gem Gossip needs your input!!

As my birthday is quickly approaching, I am continually torn between a circle or a square!! More on that in a minute--but first, I need your input.  The above rings are designed by Zoë Chicco and after much debate on choosing what I want for my birthday, I have decided upon one of these rings.  Shown are three of the spike rings stacked--you can choose either the round version or the square version. I know I like the black onyx, but can't decide upon which shape. Which do you prefer the square or the circle?  [Your input is greatly appreciated!] Read More

Designer Jewelry

Battle of the Bands

Bands are such an important staple in a jewelry wardrobe. Everyday I am reminded, as I search for the right ring combinations to put on my fingers. Just adding an extra band or two makes a beautiful stacked look. I have a whole row dedicated to bands in my jewelry box--yes, they are that important! So, if you are wanting to buy a new piece of jewelry and are wondering what would make a good choice, go for a band! Here is a great selection below! I think a lot of people are obsessed with the studded anything and everything trend--and this ring surely captures that. I love the added diamonds amongst the rich 22k yellow gold. The pyramid-like studs wrap all the way around the band, which is designed by Cathy Waterman. Price: $2110 at TWIST. Love this branch-like band with an opal all done in 14k gold. The ring is designed by Ria Charisse and can be found at Lunessa. Price: $415 The inspiration photo includes a dangle ring, which is great for stacking. I personally have a 14k yellow gold, diamond cut dangle ring, which has a circular gold disc featuring the virgin Mary. The above dangle ring is designed by Yasuko Azuma and has two small diamond leaves. The ring is 14k yellow gold, with some light texture added to the metal. Price: $715 at Ylang|23. This type of band ring is stacked already for you. It is called a rolling ring, which is a popular piece designed by Cartier. Although this is not a Cartier piece, it is just as beautiful and is vintage. The ring is 14k yellow gold, with a total of 2 carats of diamonds. From Lang Antiques and Estate Jewelry, priced at $3350. I like the beaded look of the gold in these bands--each features a diamond which can be white or black. It looks great stacked. Designed by Zoë Chicco, a choice of yellow, white or rose gold is also given. Priced at $316 for white diamond or $272 for black diamond. Read More

Celebrity Jewelry

Trendspotting: Multiple HOORSENBUHS Phantom Rings

Never too much of a good thing--this applies even more so to HOORSENBUHS' sleek Phantom ring, as I have been seeing it around fingers in multiples.  This is somewhere along the lines of stacking rings, however the idea of wearing the same ring on several fingers is impeccably brilliant.  Speaking of, Mary-Kate Olsen is seen here doing exactly so with her HOORSENBUHS Phantom rings. I like how she uses one that features black diamonds and another which is all 18k yellow gold (no diamonds). To read more about HOORSENBUHS and Gem Gossip's visit to their jewelry studio click on the photo below. Read More