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Charm and Chain, 15% OFF for Snobs!

Charm and Chain is a one stop shop for all the unique jewel designers you love. And they love you back by giving Jewel Snob readers 15% off their entire site, including items already on sale! Here are my favorites but you should go through the site, you will be amazed by the variety and … Continue reading “Charm and Chain, 15% OFF for Snobs!”

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DAMA Jewelry

I just discovered DAMA, named for the queen in the Greek deck of cards, while shopping at Henri Bendel where the line was discreetly displayed on their second floor. It’s designed by Heather Keller who credits Greece and New York City for influencing her work (the piece above is called Helios Choker and she seems … Continue reading “DAMA Jewelry”

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Catherine M. Zadeh

A few days ago I was introduced to the work of Catherine M. Zadeh when the designer — a friend of a friend of my mother’s — called me. Her work, which is sold online and at the likes of Bergdorf and Barneys, is wonderfully chic in a classic and under-stated way. I especially love … Continue reading “Catherine M. Zadeh”

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Bottega Veneta Fall 2010 Jewelry Collection

The entire Fall 2010 collection from ready to wear to accessories was inspired by the beetle. The colors, an opalescent green blue that degrades to a bright yet gentle yellow. The jewelry is elegant and refined, yet edgy and surprising. I did not know a beetle could be anything but icky, but after Tomas Maier … Continue reading “Bottega Veneta Fall 2010 Jewelry Collection”

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Kara Ross for Behanaz Sarafour Fall 2010

Behnaz Sarafpour accessorized her Fall 2010 presentation with Kara Ross ebony wood cuffs and rings with gold accents. All pieces are made with 18K gold and the rings have diamond accents (available now; price upon request). I love how the bold wood plays against the fur…total rustic-chic! Wood is definitely a love-it-or-hate it material when … Continue reading “Kara Ross for Behanaz Sarafour Fall 2010”

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Jennifer Meyer Diamond Wishbone Necklace

This Diamond Wishbone Necklace ($2,325) was designed by Tobey Maguire’s wife, Jennifer Meyer (she’s the one behind Jennifer Aniston‘s ever-popular gold leaf necklace). I was never a big fan of the leaf design which has become the brand’s signature, but I love the wishbone – even though there are countless frugal versions… I actually recently … Continue reading “Jennifer Meyer Diamond Wishbone Necklace”

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