Chopard began in 1860, founded by Louis-Ulysse Chopard. What I like best about this is that he was 24 years old at the time. So very inspiring, because now the company is celebrating 150 years of producing high-end luxury watches and fine jewelry. And what better… Read More
I just got a new jewel crush on designer Sabine Roemer. Her creations range from sculptural masterpieces to quirky animal carvings. All the above are done in either 18k white gold, 18k yellow gold or platinum. The cluster moonstone earrings are mystical and right… Read More
Lately my posts have featured some amazing, once-in-a-lifetime pieces of jewelry, each having a large pricetag. I am making an effort to post some “Jewelry on a Budget” segments weekly! This will include fine jewelry, all real gemstones, jewelry that is perfect for everyday wear. Prices will be around $500,… Read More
More and more I’ve noticed both designers and jewelry shop curators are looking for the unusual and unique. Even I surprised myself lately at what jewelry pieces stand out to me–the ones often made with unconventional gemstones. I found myself glancing over the white diamonds and pausing for the large geodes,… Read More
Ever wonder what it would be like to be a jewelry designer? Well at Gemvara you can have a feel for what that dream job is like! Start by choosing from hundreds of designs–whether you are wanting a ring, necklace or earrings. Once you find a… Read More
With collections named Sea, Petal, Rain, Bone and Forest, you can only imagine how varied and beautifully organic Kristin Hanson’s designs are. Kristin studied under master goldsmith Harold O’Connor and furthered her career over in Florence, Italy by attending the Alchimia School of Contemporary Jewelry. Now based… Read More
