Earrings
Alkemie Jewelry: Riveting Reincarnations
Alkemie’s jewels are unique – and not just because of their mysterious origins. For designers Dara Gerson and Ashley Lowengrub, their sense of whimsy is strong, and so is their love for the earth. The duo’s goal is “to do no harm,” so it’s no surprise animals and nature are a big theme in their [...]
Aurélie Bidermann Cités d’Or Feather Earrings: Substantiated Fluff
Aurélie Bidermann Cités d’Or 18-karat gold-plated feather clip earrings on Net-a-Porter for $840.
Best of the Costume Institute Gala: Cindy and Cartier and Tiffany, Oh My!
While the Metropolitan Museum might have an vast collection of irreplaceable jewels from ancient Egypt to the Renaissance, there’s no doubt the sparkle spotted on the attendees of this week’s gala gave the collection a run for its money. Often called the “Oscars of the East Coast,” this year brought sparkle in spades. While some [...]
Bochic Diamond and Mammoth-Ivory Birdcage Earrings: I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings
Jewelery designers David Joseph and Miriam Salt have just earned themselves the title of “jewel masters.” Their pair of one-of-a-kind birdcage earrings is most impressive thing I’ve seen in a long time. And probably will be for awhile -this bedazzling accomplishment is pretty hard to beat. Oxidized 18-karat white-gold cages, set with icy-rose and single-cut [...]
Les Néréides Printed Metal Brittany Girl Earrings: Little Girls Lost
Are these totally creepy, or what? I don’t know what our new friend Brittany’s deal is, but I’m instantly reminded of the twins in The Shining, hands down scariest movie ever made…I’m getting chills just thinking about those foreboding little sisters. Seriously, what’s with the blank stare? Designed by French brand Les Néréides (based on [...]
Laurent Gandini Earrings: The New Victorians
Like looking into a perfectly crafted kaleidoscope, these earrings are delicate, intricate and mesmerizingly beautiful. Laurent Gandini found a muse in pieces of Venetian lace and traditional embroideries, and brought the look to life with these concisely cut pieces. They have a sizable drop, which I’m not usually a huge fan of, but the ultimate [...]
LAGOS Caviar Collection: Order Your Caviar to Wear
After experimenting in sculpting, drawing, and painting, Steven Lagos developed more than an appreciation for fine art. The now-master jeweler started his Lagos line in 1977. He cites the wearer of his jewels as “elegant, timeless, and classic.” Isn’t that what we all aspire to? The enticingly titled Caviar collection nails it. Tiny, decadent fish [...]
Solange Azagury-Partridge Ballcrusher,Gold Pearl and Sapphire Earrings: She’s a Maneater
I’ve got to admit: the name “ballcrusher” grabbed my attention. But what I didn’t expect to see was a jewel with such a threatening title – and a pretty awesome one, if you ask me – to be so feminine and pretty! That’s not to say these earrings by Solange Azagury-Partridge aren’t offbeat. Claws are, [...]
Lily Collins in Cartier: The Fairest of Them All
I am shocked this is the same Lily Collins that was in The Blind Side! Not only has she grown up, she has grown up so chicly! Looking lovely in a fishtailed Zac Posen gown at the Paris premiere of Mirror, Mirror, it was her jewels that really caught my attention. Cartier would not have [...]
Plukka Diamond Hoops: Easy on the Ear
It’s rare you find fine delicacy that makes such a strong statement. But Plukka’s unique take on diamonds and gold does just that. They’ve got a new view for the classic diamond hoop, and the outcome is three exquisite examples of casual-luxe. Eighteen-karat rose gold (a great tone for tan skin) has been given a [...]
