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Price Check on 14k Spike Cuff Bracelet!

September 6, 2009

I was reading the new October issue of Lucky magazine yesterday, when I noticed a beautiful spike cuff bracelet which Kristen Bell points out as being her jewelry must-have. It was the above spike cuff, done in 14k yellow gold by Lizzie Scheck Jewelry. I couldn't help but notice the price ($1400) and remember that it looks quite similar to a design by Zoë Chicco. So I hurriedly looked up Zoë Chicco's version, and low and behold it is $992 cheaper than the Lizzie Scheck bracelet! Both are done in 14k yellow gold and seem to be of similar size/dimensions. Although they are online and not in person, and although there may be a size difference, if you are looking for this style of cuff, then go with the Zoë Chicco version! Lizzie Scheck Spike Cuff Bracelet, 14k yellow gold, Price: [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="350" caption="Lizzie Scheck Spike Cuff Bracelet, 14k yellow gold, Price: $1400"][/caption]400 Zoë Chicco Spike Cuff Bracelet, 14k yellow gold, Price: 08 Read More

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Gem Gossip needs your input!!

August 23, 2009

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

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Battle of the Bands

August 23, 2009

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

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Gabrielle Sanchez: Pearl & Fire Opal Necklace

August 20, 2009

Pink-grey creamy freshwater pearls strand of 16 inches in length accentuated with a fire opal drop and 18k closure. I.Love.It. ♦ Gabrielle Sanchez ♦ $5600 ♦ Twist Online Read More

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Designer Spotlight: Jessica McCormack

August 15, 2009

"New York Night" 3.11 carat diamond ring, depicting the NY skyline Jessica McCormack doesn't take jewelry design lightly--she wants to designs pieces you will covet forever, and pass down through the years. Sounds like a substantially serious objective for a jewelry designer, but when you see her work you will notice that this goal is easily reached. Of course with a background like hers, you begin to understand how her talent emerged as well. She spent much of her early life surrounded by antiques at her father's auction house. In her twenties she traveled around Asia and Europe, expanding her tastes. Each piece she designs has an enormous amount of thought and meaning behind it--a great example is her popular Wing of Desire, said to have been worn on the hat and sandals of Greek mythological being Hermes. Her work reinforces what I believe--that those who are self-taught, when it comes to jewelry design, are those who are least conventional and boring. Her jewelry sure pushes the line. Jessica McCormack, The Salon ♦ 32 Clerkenwell Close, London EC1R 0AU ♦ ♦ +44 (0)20 7549 6700 ♦ by appointment only model wearing Wing of Desire earrings {The photos I have chosen are from her Blog on her website, which has even more inspiring images.} Read More

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Designer Spotlight: Janet Deleuse

August 9, 2009

This necklace is amazing. All done in 18k yellow, rose and white gold and featuring blue, yellow and pink sapphires--this would just make anyone look radiant. It is 19 inches is length with a total of 4.26 carats worth of sapphires. Priced at $20260, it is a one-of-a-kind statement piece. For more information on designer Janet Deleuse check out her blog. Janet Deleuse ♦ 415-435-2484 ♦ deleuse@deleusejewelers.com ♦ Read More

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