18k Gold

In 1902, Joseph Asscher invented the now famous Asscher cut, a stepped square style with cropped corners. While this remains one of the jewelry industry’s most beloved designs, his family didn’t stop there – they developed the Royal Asscher cut in 2001, naming it after their thriving diamond empire. The style plays off of the [...]

When we talk about “rocks” as Jewel Snobs, we often mean huge gems like the ones on colossal diamond engagement rings. In the case of this ring, it’s a literal rock. Who knew that such a stunning, high-end piece of jewelry could be built off of a mere pebble? Athenian designer Dolly Boucoyannis! She studied [...]

Jewelers are always trying to sell you diamonds with the best of the four C’s, but there’s something almost more beautiful about a rough diamond. While it may not be as precisely cut as others, its surface is polished to bring out sparkle (left unpolished, there would be no shine at all). A rough diamond [...]

Ear cuffs combine two fun types of jewels – clip-ons and asymmetric earrings. They’re part of an experimental trend that celebs like Diane Kruger and Rihanna have already embraced on the red carpet. Just remember to wear your hair back – that way everyone will have a great view and you’ll prevent any strands from [...]

Not since the lavish days of Dynasty have we seen so much unapologetically bold gold. This heavy hardware will have everyone lunging at your jugular, but never fear – they just want an up-close look at the armory’s worth of metal hanging from your neck. While Lanvin’s Oracle collar (on NET-A-PORTER for $1,242) will give [...]

Now that we’ve monogrammed everything from bags to jewels to clothes, what’s left to do?? Personalize using our numbers, of course! I’m a faithful believer in numerology. As a 3, I’m supposed to have the most creative energy of all numbers. Want to find out what your digit is? Just add up each individual numeral [...]