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Earrings

Ludevine Five Layer Pyramid Shell Earrings

This has the same effect and look of chandelier earrings with the current trend of shells and yellow gold. One layer has round diamonds for some added pop. Each shell is naturally curved making it interesting and original. If you’re wondering why the price is such, these are good size earrings hanging at nearly 3.5 … Continue reading “Ludevine Five Layer Pyramid Shell Earrings”

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H.Stern x Oscar Niemeyer Collection

To do a collaborative collection for collaboration’s sake is just plain dumb. So you can imagine my fascination when H.Stern announced it had designed a collection of jewels inspired by and honoring architect Oscar Niemeyer. Now 102 years old, Niemeyer, a native of Brazil–which also happens to be where the H.Stern brand hails from is … Continue reading “H.Stern x Oscar Niemeyer Collection”

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Dara Ettinger Gemstone Jewelry

I discovered Dara Ettinger’s gemstone jewelry when a friend from Los Angeles gifted me one of the designer’s beautiful rings on one of his recent visits to NYC. There’s a raw, bohemian quality to the LA-based designer’s work that makes it impossible for you to wear anything from her collection without drawing attention (the good … Continue reading “Dara Ettinger Gemstone Jewelry”

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Ellen Barkin JAR Ear Pendants

Ladies, start saving your pennies now. A pair of Imperial topaz, ruby and diamond JAR ear pendants that once belonged to Ellen Barkin are on the block again as part of Christie’s upcoming “Jewels: The New York Sale” on Oct. 20. (The earrings originally sold in its Ellen Barkin Collection sale four years ago as … Continue reading “Ellen Barkin JAR Ear Pendants”

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Anna Kendrick in Kwiat

Anna Kendrick recently walked the red carpet at the LA premiere of “Scott Pilgrim vs. The World” wearing Kwiat vintage collection rose cut diamond drop earrings ($7,300) and the matching ring ($6,200). Such gorgeous pieces! I actually predicted that they would be a lot pricier than they are given their delicate craftsmanship. I only wish … Continue reading “Anna Kendrick in Kwiat”

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Alexis Bittar Crystal Encrusted Golden Pierced Earrings

Few jewelry designers have exploded the way Alexis Bittar has. CFDA Awards, multiple store openings, a slew of A-list designer collaboration, and the list goes on and on. Luckily the attention the young designer has been getting is all very well deserved! The New Yorker is a unique talent and he has a vast collection … Continue reading “Alexis Bittar Crystal Encrusted Golden Pierced Earrings”

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