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Padma Lakshmi’s New Luxury Jewelry Collection

March 8, 2010 | Posted by Allison as Jewelry at 11:06 am | (2) Comments »

Top Chef’s stunning Padma Lakshmihas a new luxury jewelry collection out and you’re going to love it.

Inspired by her life in India, Padma has created a stunning new line that embraces the colorful culture.  The new mom explains, saying, “I love the rich heritage and beauty of traditional Indian jewelry, but I wanted something more modern and delicate. I also wanted to create something that women would love to wear everyday; pieces that work with jeans and cocktail dresses, jewelry that highlights the myriad sides of a woman’s personality without upstaging her.”

Well, color us sold!

The Worth Of An Olympic Gold Medal

March 2, 2010 | Posted by Allison as Jewelry at 9:52 am | Comments »

With the cost of gold rising and rising, we’re all pretty curious about how much an Olympic gold medal is actually worth, and we have the answer!

So, each gold medal is made with 550 grams of silver covered by 6 grams of gold which balances out to around $500 per gold medal, whereas a silver medal is worth around $260 and sadly the bronze only $3.

Handmade Sterling Chain Necklace With Black Onyx

February 25, 2010 | Posted by Allison as Jewelry at 10:11 am | (2) Comments »

From Etsy seller JessicaWeissDesigns comes this stunning, handcrafted Sterling Chain Necklace With Black Onyx.

With luxurious attention to detail, this 28″ long sterling chain was made completely by hand with you in mind.  Each link of this super sexy long chain has been shaped, soldered and joined together to form a fantastic piece of luxury jewelry, and that’s not even mentioning the large faceted black onyx that brings the whole piece together.

Enough talk though, for only $180, I might have to jump on this one!

Joan Collins The New Face Of Alexis Bittar Jewelry

February 9, 2010 | Posted by Allison as Jewelry at 11:34 am | (2) Comments »

76-year-old Dynasty actress Joan Collins is getting back into modeling as the new face of Alexis Bittar jewelry.

Luxury costume jewelry designer Alexis Bittar has hired the older actress as the face of the new collection, saying that Collins is perfect for the role.  It sorta of makes sense when you think about it.  Bittar’s over the top jewelry line does seem to match Collins’ style, doesn’t it?

TMB Artmetal Prince Charles Aston Martin Cufflinks

February 4, 2010 | Posted by Allison as Jewelry at 11:10 am | (2) Comments »

When Prince Charles converted his 1970 Aston Martin DB6 Volante to run on wine, of course, there were some spare parts left of which London’s TMB Artmetal has created some interesting cuff links.

Made from the original aluminum engine pistons these limited edition cufflinks are finished with 18kt gold and a $1600 price tag.  Any takers?

Wittselsbach Diamond Goes On Display

December 16, 2009 | Posted by Allison as Jewelry at 10:29 am | (1) Comment »

The infamous Wittselsbach diamond will finally gone on public display come January 28, 2010.

The 35.56 carat stone has been recut to 31.06 carats to show off its internal flawlessness and will be sitting near the  45.52-carat Hope Diamond at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History.  Now, to just be a jewel thief…

Elizabeth Taylor Misses House Of Taylor Opening

December 15, 2009 | Posted by Allison as Jewelry at 10:06 am | Comments »

Elizabeth Taylor sadly missed the opening of a Beverly Hills jewelry boutique that features her House of Taylor jewelry due to getting the flu.

Taylor was expected at the opening, where they waited three hours to see the celebrity before her spokesman announced she would be unable to attend.

The Protector, Angelina Jolie & Brad Pitt Jewelry Line

November 17, 2009 | Posted by Allison as Jewelry at 11:14 am | Comments »

Power duo Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt have teamed up to make a new jewelry line for Asprey, called The Protector.

The serpent-dedicated line of luxury jewelry will soon go on sale at Asprey store across the globe, where proceeds will benefit the Education Partnership for Children of Conflict.

Swarovski 20th Anniversary Crystal Collection

October 22, 2009 | Posted by Allison as Jewelry at 9:48 am | Comments »

Swarovski is celebrating its 20th anniversary in style with a new Crystal Collection.

This new line features 20 new bags and luxury jewelry pieces, including over-sized rings and necklaces.  We’re all about celebrating anniversaries this way.

New Disney Wedding Rings

October 21, 2009 | Posted by Allison as Jewelry at 11:27 am | (1) Comment »

Well it looks like we’re in for trouble, Disney has just entered the wedding ring business.

The new Kirstie Kelly- designed luxury jewelry line will feature stunning diamond wedding and engagement rings with the Disney name.  From Cinderella, to Snow White to Sleeping Beauty, you can now take your pick of your favorite Disney heroines.

Costs of rings $1,200 to $6,000, not too shabby.

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