Eddie Borgo Pave Padlock Bracelet and Earrings: Love on Lockdown
When it comes to jewels, the padlock has been done, and then done some more. Bu when it comes to Eddie Borgo, he has the eye for taking the look and cranking it up a notch. The New York native finds his inspiration on the streets of his home town and the glory days of … Continue reading “Eddie Borgo Pave Padlock Bracelet and Earrings: Love on Lockdown”
Irene Neuwirth Hexagonal Rainbow Moonstone Earrings: Promise Me the Moon
Moonstone: believed by legend to form from moonlight that has been solidified on earth, there is so much myth and lore associated with it. The ancient Greeks called it “Aphroselene,” after love goddess Aphrodite and moon goddess Selene, it is sacred in India, and some believe that when you wear it, you will attract a … Continue reading “Irene Neuwirth Hexagonal Rainbow Moonstone Earrings: Promise Me the Moon”
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”
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”
Bochic Jewelry
Everyone knows that the Taj Mahal was built by an Indian emperor for his beloved wife. This X’mas, point your men in a less costly (but no less beautiful) direction to show his love for you with these white bakelite tourmaline earrings or the Ottoman cross on white bakelite bangle from Bochic.
Judith Ripka's Deco Estate Cuff
While I am not crazy about cuff bracelets, I have to admit that this one is insanely exquisite. It’s covered in pave diamonds, (my favorite), and perfectly evokes the absolutely beautiful ’20s deco-inspired designs that brought us beauties like the Chrysler building in NYC. Judith Ripka’s designs are classic – and while this piece harkens … Continue reading “Judith Ripka's Deco Estate Cuff”