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18k Gold

Francesca Visconti Cuff and Ring

How fab are the two pieces pictured above? They’re both Francesca Visconti pieces, an Italian line run by one of my best friends, Flavia Masson (who also happened to be Visconti’s daughter). Every time I see Flavia wearing the above pieces I swoon and beg her to make less expensive versions for QVC (Visconti has … Continue reading “Francesca Visconti Cuff and Ring”

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Julia Roberts in Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels at Golden Globes

Julia Roberts tops off a simple black YSL dress with a stunning vintage sautoir from Van Cleef & Arpels. As soon as I saw it, I was fascinated and knew that there was something special about it because it was pretty much her entire look. She wasn’t going to go unnoticed in just a LDB! … Continue reading “Julia Roberts in Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels at Golden Globes”

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Paloma for Tiffany & Co. Chinese Zodiac Tiger Pendant

I am Chinese and I am a cheesy romantic who thinks Valentine’s Day is sweet so this year being that Chinese New Years lands on February 14th, I have that much more to celebrate! And it is the year of the tiger, which for a Jewel Snob is a good thing because tiger designs are … Continue reading “Paloma for Tiffany & Co. Chinese Zodiac Tiger Pendant”

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Garrard Wings

Garrard makes the royal jewels for the British Royal Family. And they do custom pieces, which means you can have yourself a royal tiara for the right price (I was told they make a lot of these for serious Jewel Snobs in Malaysia!). The history of Garrard is long and detailed but the one liner … Continue reading “Garrard Wings”

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Jennifer Meyer Disco Ball Earrings

If you follow tabloids, you know Jennifer Meyer as Tobey Maguire’s wife, but if you are a Jewel Snob, you know her for her fabulous understated jewelry with a celebrity following that rivals the client directory at CAA. These disco ball earrings make me want to get all dressed up and get my hair properly … Continue reading “Jennifer Meyer Disco Ball Earrings”

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Roberto Coin Five-Row Circle Bracelet

This bracelet has a delicate look but has the easy of a cuff. The intricate five rows of circles with interlaced diamonds is the perfect combination of classic and chic with a feminine feel and a cool vibe. I love pieces that can be worn with everything in your wardrobe and this effortless bracelet will … Continue reading “Roberto Coin Five-Row Circle Bracelet”

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