Analysts often look to the luxury market to make predictions about the state of the world economy. Ififfany & Co’s forecasting is any indication, we can all look forward to a gradual, but sure, ease to the recession. Tiffany reported increased earnings this year and their stock is up. Not only that, but the company is branching out within their Asian and South American markets.

A lot of companies may be forced to lower their earnings expectations due to the tragic events in Japan, but Tiffany says that they will be able to earn the money they expected to earn this year in Japan in China and Brazil instead. Tiffany itself is predicting even higher earnings for themselves than Wall Street. Of course, none of these things may come to pass. But if they do, it will be a sure sign that financial stability is beginning to poke its head through the world economy.

This gorgeous Shooting Star Skeleton Ring is a great gift for a woman with minimal, artistic taste. If she’s not into a lot of bling, this pared down piece of beautiful design is a good choice. The intricate style looks almost like a model of a gem, or its skeleton, thus the name. The 18 karat white gold gives it a cool, edgy look.

This is the kind of ring that quickly becomes a signature piece. It’s unique and versatile, sparkly enough to wear with a cocktail dress, but simple enough for everyday. I can’t wait to see more from Solange Azagury-Partridge.

While SAGGI scores a big win with the Male line, it suffers a horrific flop with it’s new Gothic line.

In an attempt to capitalize on the love of all things alternative and skull-ridden it’s produced some truly garish pieces that look more like they came from a bubble gum machine than a respected jewelry designer. Sorry SAGGI, but that’s a poor use of gorgeous natural gems.

The cufflinks pictured are made of 18 ct. white gold, diamonds and yellow sapphires. Beautiful!

Photo credit: SAGGI.com

Well that guy’s widow Jennifer Dumas is teaming up with Character Vision and United Brands Worldwide to create a luxury jewelry collection inspired by Nagel’s 1980s artwork.  While there are no images as of yet as to what this collection might look like, it does prove that we’re still getting 80s throwbacks into today’s fashion culture.  It will be interesting to see the reaction to this new collection coming out in 2011.

While the background of this luxury jewelry piece is still not clear, this necklace may have belonged to interior designer Elsie de Wolfe, the first famous American designer to work for the rich and famous.

The necklace auction will start with an opening bid of $30,000 and is expected to go for at least double that amount.

Designed with chunks of emeralds and various other precious stones, this jewelry line is more primitive that polished which leaves you with a feeling of genuine realness if that makes any sense.

From almost ugly to stunningly misshapen these 24kt gold pieces range in price from $300 to $700.

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!

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.

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!

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?