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The beauties in black at the 23rd Producers Guild Awards

2012-01-30T02:59:00.001-08:00

Black is undoubtedly the most mystical and powerful color. Its authoritative appeal creates a magnificent aura where the beauty shines brilliantly. The same black has lightened up the Producers Guild Awards through its adorable elegance. The 23^rd Producers Guild Awards evidenced the black parade on red carpet. Most of the celebrities at the award function opted for black color for the evening.

Angelina Jolie who continued to flaunt her charismatic style draped a black lace Michael Kors pre fall 2012 column gown for the evening bash. The actress turned director chosen a softer, sultry style for the event. She was all black with loose, relaxed hairstyle. Her simple black earrings, handbag and open pumps were complementing her chic style. After her sensational pearl white and red looks for the Golden Globes, this was Angie’s another striking sparkling dominant red carpet arrival.

And like the white shades of Globes, there were many shades of black. The tinsel beauties had put their eyes on black for the big event. Sofia Vergara’s blue mermaid and diamond looks were replaced with a sequin knee length sensational dress which elegantly showed off her svelte figure. She added hefty dangling gemstone earrings and a antique style cuff to complete her red carpet looks.

Another blonde beauty in black at the event was Evan Rachel Wood who went for a sensual style for the evening. She was dressed in a black suit with black earrings and a silvery black handbag. Jessica Chastian was another lady in black. She donned a floor sweeping noodle strip shoulder sequin gown which she accessorized with teardrop green gemstone earrings. Her half up and half down hair do was adding more beauty to her style.

Alicia Keys, Ellie Kemper, Shailene Woodley and Paula Wagner were other lovelies dressed in black for the award event.

The starlets kept minimal accessory for the event but gemstone earrings were the part of their new flairs. From simple studs to designer dangles and teardrops, different gemstone earrings made a radiant arrival on the red carpet and they beautifully complimented the fashion senses of the tinsel beauties.

Another dazzling style of Angelina Jolie: this time at 23rd Producers Guild Awards

2012-01-24T03:33:00.001-08:00

With the fourth consecutive red carpet appearance Angelina Jolie again proved her as the star of award season. This time she lightened up the Producers Guild Awards with her iconic looks. The ‘In the Land of Blood and Honey’ director was decked in a slim fit black lacy creation from Michael Kors.

The color of power, authority, strength and mystery is one of Jolie’s favorite colors and after her sultry red and white Globes’ look, she returned to her effortless sensual black style.

Angelina teamed up the black ensemble with Ferragamo heels and trendy black earrings. Her classy black handbag and gemstone ring were also noteworthy. She left her hair loose which was adding more charm to her already ravishing looks.

Angelina was honored with the Stanley Kramer Award for her directorial debut ‘In the Land of Blood and Honey’. She was joined by Brad Pitt at the award function who also dressed in black Gucci suit for the evening. Brad was not carrying his otherwise accessory this time.

After receiving the award, Jolie stated that her film would help people not to forget about the past. She also emphasized on the story of her film which explains about the misery and bravery of her films characters.

‘The Artist’ was another big winner at the event who took the best producer award after beating ‘The Descendants’. The silent film is heading towards the Oscars as the nominations will be declared on Tuesday.

We are also waiting for the grand award event of the year. With our fingers crossed, we are ready to see many more astonishing fashion styles and it is sure that Oscars will bring out the best of fashion frills. Be it the clothing, accessories or jewelry and even hairstyle, the grand Academy Awards will blaze out everything with its glorious red carped.

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt dazzled the Golden Globe Awards

2012-01-15T23:44:00.001-08:00

After her emerald looks in 2011 Golden Globes, Angelina Jolie have once again made a statement presence on the red carpet of 2012 Golden Globes at Beverly Hilton hotel on Sunday night.

She was incredibly striking in a body hugging ivory strapless gown with a splash of red at the bustline. Her bee-stung red lips and her red handbag were perfectly complementing the Atelier Versace gown. She opted for a pair of diamond studs and a bold solitaire diamond ring to complete her brilliant red carpet moves and her hair were set in a simple bun for maximum radiance.

Well, we can say that Angie has again succeeded in creating the charm with her evil queen looks. She is so stylish, elegant and immaculate from head to toe that whatever she picks always goes right and noticed. And the same formula works for Brad Pitt who equally rocked the award night in a classic Salvatore Ferragamo bow-tie tuxedo. The pearl-black combination of Brangelina with punctuation of red was the buzz of the red carpet at the 69^th Golden Globes.

The power couple of Hollywood through their enviously glamorous and exotic fashion senses has once again set the high bar for style and scooped the best dressed couple award at Globes.

This charismatic couple of Hollywood has some mysterious chemistry which every time brings more sensual and adorable avatars of them. Whether it’s Palm Springs Awards or New York Film Critics Circle Awards in the starting of this year and now the mini Oscars, Angelina and Brad have had a fashionable presence every time.

Their arrival on the 69^th Golden Globe Awards’ red carpet at Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills was the most striking and sparkling moment of the Golden Globes’ night.

Kate Middleton is Tatler’s latest cover girl

2012-01-11T02:25:00.001-08:00

Kate Middleton, the future Queen is the latest cover girl of Tatler. Her charming looks and iconic personality show no sign of going slower in future. The cover shot image is from one of Kate’s royal tours and the magazine has a featured article saying ‘Kate: What to Expect When You are Expecting.’ It will be the cover page for February 2012 edition.

The Duchess of Cambridge has a graceful style of her own which captured millions of hearts and become a source of fashion inspiration. Her style emerged from safe and conservative to elegant and chic in past few months. Let’s have a snap shot of Princess Kate’s flamboyant and luminous fashion where the imperial configuration is on top of the world with the evergreen grace and elegance.

The charming and glowing Kate has captured everyone’s heart when William and she declared their engagement. Remember the sapphire engagement ring which made a big hit in the last year’s jewelry trends and the blue knee length that she donned for her first appearance. Her infectious looks and perfectly matching jewelry were added a lot in her style.

Her rosy cheeks and lips became red with happiness when she visited St. Andrew’s with William where they first met during college days. Her red dress with diamond studs and smoky eyes have added a blush to her ecstatic looks.

And who can forget the Princess bride? The ivory bridal gown with floor sweeping veil became a topic of every talk. Her diamond jewelry including the tiara complemented her subtle look for the day.

Her first public appearance as the Duchess of Cambridge was effortlessly aesthetic and casual where she chosen a half-up half-down hairstyle with her favorite minimal but noticeable accessory style. The citrine and diamond earrings were amazingly made a remarkable combination with her blue tones.

During her official royal tour in Canada she conveyed high royal fashion waves. Her selection of clothing and accessories spoke about her careful observation and elite election according to events. She opted for a maple diamond brooch with violet dress for an evening function where as an unresisting combination of white and red with diamond studs and pendant was a lovely symbol of her royal visit to Canada.

Even more recently she went with a lace work evening gown for red carpet and it was another style statement of the Duchess.

We are hoping to have more and more classic and contemporary trends from the future queen.

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt’s sensual red carpet appearance

2012-01-09T03:33:00.002-08:00

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt exactly know how to make a good show! Their enticing presence in 23^rd International Palm Springs Film Festival on Saturday at the Palm Springs convention center, California has caught all the pairs of eyes. The couple has magnetic charisma and they always succeed in creating a charming appeal for themselves.

This time Brad Pitt appeared at the red carpet in black suit with his sensual partner and a cane, surprisingly a new accessory. The secret to this new addition to his accessory was unveiled as an accidental injury to his ACL (a ligament in the knee). The Moneyball star reveled that he slipped while carrying his daughter Vivienne down the hill and in order to protect her, he got his knee injured.

Brad is even looking smart with a cane and Angelia said that she has no problem with the cane. In fact she thanked to brad for his valiant action that their daughter is safe.

Even during the whole event Angelina was teaming up with Brad in order to ensure that he would not topple over. Her radiant looks were greatly complementing Brad’s daring attitude and the two were looking the most loved-up couple of the festival.

Angelina Jolie’s wrinkled backless dress with luminous bold diamond studs was a perfect red carpet plum. It’s not for the first time that Angelina and brad have made a sensual red carpet appearance but of course every appearance of the couple is as new and bewitching as the first one.

Angelina Jolie gifted Brad Pitt a waterfall for Christmas

2012-01-03T09:10:00.001-08:00

Love has no limits especially when it’s Angelina Jolie’s love for her partner Brad Pitt! Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt are among the most romantic couples of Hollywood. Whether it’s about praising each other or expressing the love in a unique way, Brangelina never missed a chance. Even this Christmas Angelina surprised not only Brad but everybody with her exclusive waterfall present for Brad.

Jolie has gifted a waterfall and its surrounding lands to Pitt this Christmas. Sources said that it’s a holiday as well as 48^th birthday present for Brad Pitt who has always loved American architect Frank Lloyd Wright's exotic house ‘Fallingwater’. He always wanted to have a home like that where he could hear the sound of waterfall cascading in the house and this Christmas gift from Angelina has given him an excellent chance to make his dream come true.

It looks like that the couple has an excellent chemistry and they exactly know what will please the partner. Earlier also Angelina had gifted Brad a stunning diamond pendant as an expression of her love. The pendant had a microscopic message engraved on it. The two has also launched their jewelry line which was a great hit and this time they are setting for the architectural designs.

Surely this romantic yet sensible couple will bring another epitome of their love!

Kate Middleton’s sapphire and diamond earrings from Diana’s collection

2011-12-29T05:06:00.001-08:00

On her first royal Christmas, Duchess of Cambridge was spotted wearing a gift from her husband. The diamond and citrine drops were an elite choice for such a grand and religious occasion. But this was not the first time she was spotted wearing jewels given by her husband.

She already wears the sapphire engagement ring presented by Prince William. The ring was once belonged to William’s mother Princess Diana. After wedding Prince William also presented his mother’s sapphire and diamond studs to Kate which she wore for the first time when she attended a tennis match at Wimbledon. The studs were among Diana’s most prized and favorite jewels and she wore them quite frequently before her death.

Princess Kate followed suit by wearing the earrings more often during her trips to Canada and the United States. The fashionista has given a modern touch to the earrings by having them remodeled into hoop earrings.

The earrings hold heirloom sapphire in the center surrounded by diamond rounds in a halo style and are the perfect match with her sapphire engagement ring that has the same design.

Duchess of Cambridge, Princess Catherine loves to carry simple and stylish flair. She has a very classic and trendy wardrobe and knows exactly what she should don for a particular event. This sense of her has made her the most photographed female of England. There is no surprise that the jewels in her collection are adding the substantial quality to her already photogenic fashion forward yet classic style.

Princess Kate’s First Royal Christmas

2011-12-27T02:46:00.001-08:00

It was her first royal Christmas and Princess Kate outshined with her pair of diamond drop earrings. She was looking stunningly gorgeous in her imperial magenta frock coat teamed with made-to-measure hat from Jane Corbett and black platform from LK Bennett. But it was her 18k diamond and citrine gold drop earrings probably a Christmas gift from Prince William which added understated charm to her already beaming looks. The dazzling pair of earrings was reportedly cost £ 1,900. Kate was beaming with the diamond shine while going for the church services.

More than three thousand pair of eyes were admiring the 29-year-old Duchess of Cambridge as she walked down to St. Marry Magdalene church to attend the community service on Christmas with her husband and other members of royal family. The Queen, Countess of Wessex, Prince Charles, the Duchess of Cornwall, Prince Harry, the Duke of Cambridge, Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice were other members of royal family who attended the church services at Sandringham.

The Queen opted for a lavender wool boucle coat, upon which she pinned a diamond shell brooch with pearl at the center. Zara Phillip, Princess Beatrice and Eugenie were also looking gorgeous and elegant in their ensembles.

During the services everybody prayed for the queen and royal family and this time especially for Prince Phillip who was fitted with a stent to treat the blocked artery on Friday.

Art-deco Inspired Jewelry will Take The Center Stage in 2012

2011-12-26T00:03:00.001-08:00

If you have a keen eye on the world of fashion and entertainment, you may have noticed the 1920s trend is back on runways and red carpets.

Many films and television shows have featured the vintage style in dresses and jewelry and the designers in last year have come up with good experimental designs. With celebrity and royalty vintage looks, many are picking it for them.

It is therefore clear that the coming year will be the year of vintage style especially art-deco looks. If you are also conscious about your style senses and wants to be updated about the pretty upcoming then it’s good for you to understand a little about history which will soon become trend.

Whether it is Princess Catherine or Natilia Portman, most of the celebrities were in antique looks. Their engagement rings have been a topic of discussion and they actually became a style statement.

Antique or vintage style is style of old times. Be it Gothic or Art Deco and even retro, all are different forms of antique jewelry from the old world. The coming year would more likely be inspired by the Art Deco style of 1920s when geometric shapes with different colors were in demand. It was a very popular antique style and came into existing as a protest against Art Nouveau style.

The designs of this style are mostly the geometric shapes or flower motifs with colored accent stones. Bold and rich patterns are a specialty of this style. White gold and platinum holding bold center stone with contrast colored or similar accent stones give this style a true vintage designation.

Due to the extensive detailing and designing the style will be a popular trend in the coming year. If you think you’ll be up and ahead with the latest style in the coming year then you must start with picking some art-deco rings to complement your looks. You can also choose cocktail rings, bracelets, earrings and necklace to punctuate your fashion senses.

Iconic Dresses of Princess Diana on Display at Kensington Palace in 2012

2011-12-23T05:28:00.001-08:00

Here is good news for royal aficionados. Some of Princess Diana’s famous dresses will be on display early next year at London’s Kensington Palace. The exhibition is a part of $18.8 million renovation of Kensington Place which was her former home. It’s reported that the exhibition entitled ‘Diana’ will display some of her dresses that haven’t been seen in public.

A strapless black silk Emanuel gown which she wore to a charity ball, her first public appearance after engagement will be the main attraction. Other ensembles on display include an ivory silk crepe dinner dress and a fuchsia silk chiffon sari-style gown by Catherine Walker, a black and white sequin cocktail dress by Bellville Sassoon Lorcan Mullany and a black silk shift dress by Versace.

The exhibition will open from March 26 and run until September 2012.

Surely it will be a big hit and people would also like to see some famous jewels from Diana’s collection. Note that Princess Diana’s jewelry collection has some magnificent and antique jewels including the Spencer tiara, the Cambridge lover’s knot tiara, the Swan Lake Suite, the King Faisal of Saudi Arabia Necklace, the wedding band of Welsh Gold and the sapphire engagement ring (now belongs to Kate Middleton).

Engagement rings for Men or Mangagement rings

2011-12-22T02:08:00.001-08:00

Have you heard about the fine jewelry engagement rings for men or should I say Man-gagement rings? This is not a new thing in South America and some Northern European countries but is a novel idea in the United States.

These fine jewelry engagement rings are also known as Mangagement rings and the trend of these rings is gaining fame. Even celebrities are catching up with the idea of an engagement ring for man. One of the latest examples of this upcoming trend is Canadian Crooner Michael Buble who is engaged to Argentine actress Luisana Loreley Lopilato de la Torre.

Buble was spotted wearing an engagement ring or it’s better to say he was proudly showing off his white gold engagement band. It is not a sparkling diamond ring but it’s simple and elegant and matching perfectly with Michael’s personality.

Man-gagement rings might be a weird idea for some but many couple thinks dual engagement rings are great thought to show their status as ‘taken’. In fact they are the great way to show the world that you are in relation and value the tradition. After all boys can also have some fun (and jewelry)!

Jennifer Is Selling Her Jewelry – Truth or Rumors

2011-12-21T02:07:00.001-08:00

Jennifer Lopez is planning to sell every piece of jewelry that she received from ex-hubby Marc Antony. Some says that it’s true while others are calling it just rumors.

Whatever it is, one thing is definite that Jennifer has a pretty collection of jewels and even her diamond engagement ring is more than double the reported $4 million value.

JLo and Marc have called off their seven years marriage after their relation turned bitter. And now a new flame Casper Smart is there in Lopez’s life. Marc has some serious issues of their twins’ safety and so he doesn’t want them to be driven by Casper who has been arrested for drag racing.

Now that’s a serious issue and Jennifer should give a mindful thought to it. But Jennifer it is not a reason to sell the jewelry. Though we know that you are famous for getting rid of everything from past before moving ahead but there is no cost for memories.

Jennifer had sold her $1.2 million engagement ring from Ben Affleck when they split in 2004 and did the same with Diddy [Sean Combs] and obviously Ojani Noa. Let’s see if history repeats itself.

Tom Cruise treats Katie Holmes to a Buddakan Birthday Feast

2011-12-18T22:56:00.001-08:00

Tom cruise took his beautiful bride Katie Holmes to a celebratory feast in New York City on Sunday night. It was Katie’s birthday and Tom knew how to make it a very special one. It was a very romantic evening as the couple were out for some time with their mom and dad hats off for a while. The two were very casual, wearing jeans and warm jackets.

They went to their Manhattan apartments to see how the renovation is coming along but soon returned to their hotel for a quite family dinner. Birthday girl Katie clad in an interesting pantsuit outfit whereas Tom was wearing a warm coat. With daughter Suri they were looking a perfect family. The trio was joined by Katie’s parents for the birthday dinner at upscale Asian restaurant Buddakan.

This was not the first time that Tom planned something special for Katie. Their lovely and romantic life is always in news. Whether it’s Katie’s 5-carats Edwardian engagement ring or their gorgeous wedding bands, Tom had surprised Katie in every way.

After Suri’s birth, both completely focused themselves in her upbringing and keep her wishes in their priority list. Even this Christmas they have a long list of shopping that suri asked for. The list includes a pair of lovely diamond studs. The Ethan Hunt actor never misses a chance to make her lady luck feel special. This time he did it by planning out for dinner in New York City.

Check out the pictures to get the glimpse of Katie’s birthday party:

Britney Spears Engaged to Jason Trawick – Unveiled The Engagement Ring Soon!

2011-12-16T21:11:00.001-08:00

Pop princess Britney Spears is again ready to walk down the aisle. This time with her longtime boyfriend and former manager Jason Trawick!

Jason proposed Britney on Thursday with a gorgeous engagement ring. The couple has announced their engagement on Friday. Though they have known each other professionally since 2006, they began dating in 2009.

It was a surprise for Britney and it seems that she is extremely happy with it. According to an insider, Trawick asked for Britney’s hand with a 3 carat round stone engagement ring. The ring is a very traditional pave diamond band. The pop star said that she would soon unveil her engagement bling.

The surprise excited her as she tweeted, "OMG. Last night Jason surprised me with the one gift I've been waiting for. Can't wait to show you! SO SO SO excited!!!! Xxo."

She was previously married to Kevin Federline and Jason Alexander. With Kevin she has two sons: Sean Preston and Jayden James.

Nick Lachey’s Wedding Ring

2011-12-15T22:21:00.001-08:00

It was a picture-perfect wedding. Nick Lachey and Vanessa Minnillo tied the knot in an intimate gathering on Sir Richard Branson’s private Necker Island. It was really a fairy tale wedding with a romantic wedding location, two lovebirds, lovely family and friends and the dream wedding bands.

Along with other details of wedding, Nick and Vanessa gave a good serious yet very romantic thought to their wedding bands. The Sing Off host wanted a huskier and thicker style and Vanessa was looking for a ring to match her Asscher-cut diamond engagement ring.

It looks like they got the exact piece of their thoughts. Nick’s platinum band which includes 24 square diamonds is a substantial looking ring fairly complementing his wife’s Asscher-cut diamond platinum band. The ring at the same time is very masculine.

Also a special inscription penned by Nick’s now-wife is inscribed in the ring. Though the couple has not revealed the message but it is reported that it’s a heartfelt message.

Isn’t that so romantic!

What are Natural Color Diamonds?

2011-12-15T06:11:00.001-08:00

Natural color diamonds exist in over 300 colors with countless number of hues and nuances. That means you can pick a color of your choice and personality.

Natural color diamonds suit every budget. The price variation depends on the hue, saturation and clarity.

Every natural color diamond is a unique miracle of nature. They were formed in some very rare natural conditions, therefore found in strictly limited areas. The only mine of blue diamond is dried up and the one that produce the largest share of pink diamond has declared to end production in 2018. Similarly, the two rarest natural color diamond, red and green have always been in high demand.

Their rarity, scarcity and exclusivity have made them a perfect treasure for collectors and diamond lovers. The unexpected chameleon and bicolor diamond are other natural color diamonds which have been highly sought after.

Celebrities are fond of color diamonds. Over the last few seasons, natural color diamonds have made their way into many jewelry collections. Victoria Beckham and Portia de Rossi have scintillating pink diamond rings and Jessica Simpson and Cate Blanchett have don champagne diamond jewels for their red carpet looks.

Being exotic and extremely beautiful, they have been proving a long term investment. The value of these natural diamonds has skyrocketed in last 25 years. You can easily judge it by few record breaking sales reports. Sotheby’s in October 2011 sold 6.01 carats blue diamond for $10.1 million. In November 2011, 10.67 carats Silvermist gray diamond estimated at $120K - $$200K sold for $1.19 million.

Why To Choose A Natural Color Diamond?

2011-12-15T01:32:00.001-08:00

A diamond is a girl’s best friend. It looks perfectly pretty and ultra-feminine. It is the most valued and sought after amongst of all gemstones. A diamond being the hardest gem conveys the feeling of strong and lasting relation. Its crystalline structure which allows maximum light to pass through it reflects brightness of a relation. And its many colors express the beauty and personality of the wearer.

The natural color diamonds are like white diamonds with different shades and hues. They found in almost all the colors of rainbow. They are excluded from the normal D to Z classification which is a parameter for white diamonds. Over 300 colors of natural diamonds have been identified so far.

Natural color diamonds are rare and the basic evaluation criterion of white diamonds does not apply on them. These fancy diamonds have a colored grading system which follows a range of 27 color hues of spectrum. Their tone and saturation is described by six descriptors namely faint, light, dark, intense, deep and vivid.

Deep blue Hope Diamond and pale pink Darya-I-Nur are the two world famous natural color diamonds. Their intense colors have made them very popular among folks. If this time you are planning to buy a diamond go for a natural color diamond.

Picking The Perfect Jewelry Gift For Wife

2011-12-14T02:45:00.001-08:00

Jewelry is considered the perfect gift for a woman. And birthday, anniversary and holidays are equally perfect occasions for gifting a piece of her choice. By simply paying attention to some details, you could easily find a meaningful and sparkling jewelry present that can delight and impress your wife.

Firstly observe her likes and dislikes about jewelry. Figure out which metal she prefers the most. Also know her special liking for gem stones. See her collection and try to figure out if she is thinking to add the same stone again or wants a different one this time. Generally ruby, sapphire, emerald and tanzanite are the favorites. Diamonds of course hold their exclusive position in every collection. You can also go for her birthstone or your coming anniversary stone.

Once you decide the stone and metal, select a jewelry category. Decide if you want a ring, earrings, bracelet or necklace. This will help you in specifying your choice more clearly. A combo set like ring with earrings or necklace with bracelet could also goes well.

Now the next step in picking a perfect jewelry is to choose a design. Here you should keep her personal style in consideration. If she prefers simple, classic and fine style then an elegant diamond bracelet or studs will suit her rightly. If she is trendy and like the hot and happening style then bold cocktail ring or a bright colored stone pendant will be a perfect match.

While selecting a piece that she’ll admire for years, keep the language of jewelry in mind. Every stone, metal or design expresses something. Heart pendants, eternity bands or diamonds studs, they say without words. A three-stone ring for example express being together in past, present and future. Likewise a key pendant says the key to my heart is you! Signature jewelry or engraved jewelry also gives a personalized feeling.

Marilyn Monroe’s Diamond Wedding Ring is Set to Hit The Auction

2011-12-13T01:51:00.001-08:00

Marilyn Monroe’s diamond wedding ring is set to go up for auction. If you are fantasized for a vintage band of this legendary beauty, you have a chance to own this platinum eternity wedding band studded with 35 baguette-cut diamonds.

As stunning and captivating as Marilyn, this platinum band was given to her by Yankee legend Joe DiMaggio at their wedding on Jan 14, 1954. The marriage was called off in a span of one year. It was reported that DiMaggio even planned to ask Marilyn to remarry him before her suicide by drug overdose. He later claimed her body and arranged her funeral.

Calabasas based company Profiles in History is organizing this auction by the name ‘Icons of Hollywood’ from Dec. 15^th to 17^th this year. This piece of Marilyn memorabilia that is missing one diamond, is estimated to sell for between $300,000 to $500,000 at the auction.

If this classic wedding band isn’t in your budget, there are still plenty of other options available. You can choose from wide vintage styles or can even customize one as per your choice to add that Marilyn Monroe beauty to your flair.

Angelina Jolie’s Insanely Gorgeous Looks

2011-12-09T22:57:00.001-08:00

Beauty, wisdom, wealth, fame and a loving family, Angelina Jolie is the one blessed with all.

She is an Oscar Winner actress and Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees. She is popularly known for her roles in some of the blockbusters like Lara Croft: Tomb Raider, Changeling and Mr. & Mrs. Smith and for her involvement in international charity projects. She is among the most beautiful women of the world. Her looks are bewitching and this exotic beauty has an elegant style of her own which many like to admire and follow.

Along with her career, she is beautifully managing her family of six children. She gives the complete credit to partner Brad Pitt. The pair is stunning and admiring both onscreen and off-screen. Angelina and Bred had also launched their jewelry line and her collection ‘style of Jolie’ has been gaining a lot of appraisal. In fact she set a new style trend of emerald jewelry on red carpet.

The stunning diva and active socialist, Jolie is now has a new face as a director. Her directorial debut ‘In the Land of Blood and Honey’ is ready to hit the theaters on December 23^rd of this year. The film features the story of a Bosnian woman during the brutal Yugoslavian War of the 1990s. Angelina marked the making of the movie as her ‘greatest experience of life’. She has seen very serious about the promotions of the movie but is quite confident that people will like the subject.

Recently this gorgeous beauty has a photo shoot for Newsweek magazine. The photos clearly state that with every passing day Angelina is becoming more beautiful and sensual. Check out some of her latest looks: http://yeeeah.com/2011/12/06/angelina-jolie-in-newsweek/

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Kristin Cavallari is Re-Engaged!

2011-12-05T02:58:00.001-08:00

The former Dancing with the Stars and Laguna Beach star Kristin Cavallari is on cloud nine as she is re-engaged to Chicago Bears QB Jay Cutler. With her engagement her 5.2 carat Asscher cut diamond engagement ring is back and shining brightly on her finger. The ring grabbed a lot of attention when Cutler first proposed her. It was reported that the ring holds a flawless Asscher cut Diamond on an accent diamond band and this gorgeously beautiful affair is worth $125,000. The MTV star was devastated after the breakup in July and returned the ring to Jay.

However, the rumors are that the two were seen together before Halloween. It seems that amid the profusion of rumors the ice is completely melted as Kristin has declared “This time its official..Jay and I are engaged again:)”.

Most Praised Engagement Rings of 2011

2011-12-02T00:04:00.002-08:00

2011 has been a year of new trends in celebrity engagement rings. With bold and antique style some celebrity engagement rings have topped the chart of popularity. We have selected the most popular engagement rings of year 2011. The designs of these rings are not just heart capturing, they are spectacular and timeless.

Kate Middleton’s Sapphire Ring: One of the most talked engagement rings of year 2011 is Kate Middleton’s antique 18-carat blue sapphire diamond encrusted ring. The show stopper was once belongs to Princess Diana and was given to her by Prince Charles on their engagement. It is reported that Princess Diana chose the ring from Garrard catalogue in eighties and that time it cost £28,000.
Kim Kardashian’s engagement ring: The most expensive engagement ring of year 2011 is Kim Kardashian’s 16.5 carat emerald cut centre diamond ring presented by her the then husband Kris Humphries. Bordered by a pair of 2-carat trapezoid diamonds the ring costs a whopping $2 million.
Natalie Portman’s eco-friendly ring: Natalie Portman’s engagement ring is another popular design of 2011. This eco-friendly ring is as stunning as Natalie. Her fiancé choreographer Benjamin Millepied carefully designed this ring which holds an antique center diamond encircled with pave diamonds. The diamonds are from a conflict free mine and the metal is recycled platinum. This vintage style engagement ring costs $35,000.
Reese Witherspoon’s engagement ring: A 4-carat Ashoka Diamond engagement ring given to Reese Witherspoon by fiancé Jim Toth, an agent with CAA, is a featured design of 2011. The ring is set on a pave diamond and platinum band and the center stone displays approx 62 cut angles.

Summer Fashion Trends 2011

2011-08-31T02:33:00.001-07:00

Forever evolving, fashion is in a constant state of change. It is interesting to take note of the changing trends in the world of fashion especially if you happen to be an ardent follower of the latest fashion styles that are in vogue and enjoy planning your wardrobe in accordance. With every change of season fashion too predicts what is in and what isn’t so that you don’t end up making any fashion blunders. If you are still wondering what the summer fashion trends for this year are then here is an insight into what is going to be considered fashionable and in vogue this season.

The colors that are forecasted to rule this season are light breezy hues that look feminine and pretty. Also colors that are bright and rejuvenating besides being cheerful are also recommended. White as always continues to rule and never ceases to be a color that makes a strong fashion statement. Floral prints are in especially for light summer dresses that are sure to enliven any mood or moment.

A sheer look in clothes is definitely in so you can indulge in some sensuous evening dresses and chic tunics that will surely make an impact besides accentuating your curves to perfection. You can even go ahead and experiment with some interesting patterns whether geometric, animal or floral. One very important thing to keep in mind while adhering to any current fashion trend is to wear what makes you comfortable and never opt for clothes no matter how fashionable that make you feel conscious or uneasy.

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Lady Antebellum’s Hillary Scott Engaged!

2011-07-25T03:24:00.001-07:00

Lady Antebellum’s Hillary Scott is the newest in the celebrities to get engaged. Scott got recently engaged to her drummer boyfriend Chris Tyrell.

Scott’s boyfriend popped the question on this July 4th weekend while the couple were on the late at East Tennesse. After their hike, Tyrell got down on one knee and popped the question.

In an interview Scott said, “We feel so blessed by God that He sent us each other, and we are looking so forward to forever together.”

Lady Antebellum’s recent hit ‘Just a kiss’ was inspired by their relationship.

Here’s wishing the couple lot of happiness!

The Award for the Most Beautiful Ring

2011-07-11T03:27:00.001-07:00

What do you think about this ring?

When I first saw this design, I fell in love with it and am not exaggerating. It is so beautiful, elegant and so very different from any other design that I had seen.

Later what I read, justified my amazement. This engagement ring won Best in Show in JCK 2011 Platinum Innovation Award. What’s even more amazing is, the designer of this ring is no big name or someone who has been in the industry for years, rather a very young, 24-year old Michael Bartlett, who has just been in business for about a year and a half.

An associate designer at Stuller Inc., Bartlett’s design not only won in that particular category but also got the Best in Show honors. He said, “I got a little nervous when I realized how many big designers I was competing against," he said. "But then I heard a lot of buzz about my ring, so I wasn't sure."

A recent UL grad, Bartlett got married on June 25th just came back from his honeymoon on July 5th and was already a celebrity as everyone at Stuller had heard about his winning competition. This Platinum Guild’s Association competition is the largest one in the country.

Set brilliantly with 0.625 carats of diamonds inside and on top of the ring. This platinum that ring resembles crown or may be ribs is estimated to sell for more than $6,000.

Did you participate in Angara's Independence Day Photo Contest?

2011-07-07T23:36:00.001-07:00

With the celebration of our Independence, millions of Americans will participate in parades, cookouts, flag hoisting, fireworks displays, and many other events, while spending time with friends and family.

Let's make this day memorable and participate in Angara.com's "235th Independence Day Photo Contest". You can shoot photos of the flag hoisting, the fireworks display in your town, an Independence Day parade or anything else in red, white and blue.

You just need to upload your photos on our wall at https://www.facebook.com/Angaradotcom. In the comment section explain what's happening in the photo and where it was taken. You must tag your friends in this photo, so they also can celebrate it with you.

Hurry... contest ends on July 11th.

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How to Buy July Birthstone – Ruby?

2011-07-07T23:15:00.001-07:00

Birthstone jewelry has gained much popularity these days. Lot of my friends who are into gemstones and jewelry business tell me that that sale of birthstone jewelry in that particular month of the gem is definitely much higher than the average monthly sales.

Lot of people these days like to give birthstone jewelry as a gift to mark special occasions. Birthstone jewelry is special, it symbolizes good luck for its wearer. And, even if one does not believe on the various benefits that many claim that the birthstones tend to have, they most certainly make stunning personalized gifts.

Many years ago, I got a peridot pendant as a birthday gift. At that point of time I had no clue about birthstones. But ever since I found out that it is actually my birthstone,it has not only become my lucky charm, I suddenly even started finding peridots so much more beautiful. This might sound funny and insane, but that’s how it is.

Gift birthstone jewelry to someone you love and well if they don’t know, tell them that it is their birthstone. Trust me, they will love it above anything else.

So if you are planning to buy yourself ruby jewelry or gift someone this astonishing July Birthstone, here are some quick tips on how to buy July Birthstone, Ruby :-

Color, Clarity, Cut and Carat also know as the 4C’s are 4 most important virtues that decide the quality of ruby as most of the other gemstones.
Color – When rubies are concerned color is always given higher preference over clarity. A rich deep vibrant red colored ruby is considered the best. Try avoid dull, too dark or too light red rubies.
Clarity – Inclusions are often found in rubies. Go for rubies that are eye clean (inclusions not visible to the unaided eye).
Cut – This July birthstone is known to display excellent brilliance. The way a gemstone is cut not only affects its appearance, it greatly affects its brilliance.
Carat – Carat is nothing more than a term use to measure the size of the stone. Obviously bigger stones are rarer as compared to smaller ones and thus more expensive.

Remembering Princess Diana!

2011-07-01T04:23:00.001-07:00

Princess Diana would have been celebrating her 50th birthday today on July1st, 2011.

One of the magazines put their cover image of princess Dina, imagining how she would have looked at 50 and that of Kate Middleton together. And although, this image has stirred up quite many conversations, a lot of whom didn’t like the idea of putting Diana’s ghostly image.

Quite contrary to this, I found it quite interesting. Since the time Prince William got engaged to Kate Middleton, there have been innumerous comparisons of the two. Seeing the image of them on the same canvas (even if fictitious) was an intriguing sight.

What’s do you thing about this – Brilliant Imagination or a cheap trick??

Julie Benz Engaged!

2011-06-30T06:20:00.001-07:00

Love is in the air. Former Dexter’s actress Julie Benz recently got engaged to her boyfriend, Rich Orosco. Well you can’t say a no when you are popped the question with a stunning $80K rock and Mariachi band.

"The proposal was simple and beautiful -- and then I was shocked by the pop-up surprise Mexican fiesta engagement party," Benz said. "What girl doesn't want to be serenaded by a Mariachi band surrounded by close friends and family?"

Benz’s engagement ring had a stunning cushion cut diamond, which was brilliantly complemented with pave diamond border set in handmade platinum band. The milgrain detailing in the ring gives the ring a very vintage look.

After Kim Kardashian, it is Julie Benz, let’s see who’s next?

Kayne West flaunts $300,000 Jewelry at BET Awards

2011-06-30T00:28:00.001-07:00

Now this is called doing it big. Grammy winner rapper Kayne West was reportedly wearing jewelry worth approximately $300,000.

The rapper fashioned multiple gold pieces, custom made by Jacob & Co. The gold chain with Egyptian God Horus as well as the four finger pyramid ring are made in 24k Yellow Gold.

Yeezy posted on his blog explaining the Egyptian symbols. Horus, he said is one of the oldest and most magnificent deities worshipped in Ancient Egypt. He was worshipped as the God of Sky, God of War and the God of Protection.

Kate Middleton looks stunning as ever at the Irish Guards Medal Ceremony

2011-06-27T22:11:00.001-07:00

It has been almost two months that Will and Kate got married, but we never seem to get enough of them. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were attending a ceremony held to honor the Irish guards in London on Armed Forces Day.

Like always, this time too Kate was dressed perfectly for the occasion. She wore a classic blue coat with matching shoes and a fancy hat. There was a very subtle touch of jewelry with her much talked about diamond sapphire engagement ring and dangling gemstone earrings.

This was the first event of Prince William as the Colonel-in-Chief of Irish guards, an honor that he received this February.

The newly wed couple took time to personally speak with all of the 60 members. In his speech Prince William said, "I am proud to be your Colonel. I am humbled by the thought of the sacrifices that you and your families have made and the losses that you suffered, all in the service of our country."

Jewelry Predictions for Summer 2011

2011-06-24T04:09:00.001-07:00

Summer is here and it is time for beaches, weddings, parties and more parties. Talk about parties and we women are thinking in our brains of what are we going to wear. Jewelry, as it goes without saying is an essential part of worry and our wardrobe.

Less is more

Don’t pile on too many pieces of jewelry. Less is more this summer. Wear jewelry to complement what you wear but don’t let your jewelry overpower your clothes.

Colors

In an interview with AGTA (American Gemstone Trade Association), Leatrice Elseman, popularly referred to as ‘International color guru’ has suggested Green as an essential shade for the summers. She said that green has become somewhat of a neutral so are likely to wear it with a lot of things in your wardrobe. Seems it is peridots and emeralds are the gemstones for the season.

Another color riding high this summer is blue. So open yourself up to the world of blue and keep it cool. Sapphires, aquamarines, tanzanites, topaz, tourmaline, the list is countless.

Be Yourself

Whatever I have said, if it doesn’t appeal to your, forget it. Jewelry is foremost an expression of your self. So be yourself. Experiment with the looks. Mix and match with various style coz its all about having fun.

5 Celebrated Women and their love for Pearls

2011-06-23T04:28:00.001-07:00

While I was searching for my previous post Have fun with June Birthstone, Pearls; I found out something very interesting. Most of the women that you could call as endorsed pearls were all strong women, public figures, roles models for many and all of them were considered as a fashion icon of their times.

Here are 5 Celebrated Women who swore by their pearls .

1. Queen Elizabeth II

Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II often seen adorning strands of pearl when making public appearances. Her love for pearls can also be said to have inherited from her mother Queen Elizabeth I who was known for her extravagant taste and her vast collection of pearl jewelry.

2. Coco Chanel

Famous French designer, one who bought radical changes in imitation jewelry, Coco Channel was known as a fashion icon in her times. She would often experiment with pearls. They say she would put in a rope of fake pearls between real one and wear them and no one would ever know that they are fake.

3. Princess Diana

Princess Diana was regarded as the most stylish woman of her times. Her jewelry and her dresses were talked about world over. She possessed a fine collection of jewelry of which pearls were an eminent part. This seven-strand pearl choker necklace with sapphire at center was made out of a brooch that Queen Elizabeth II gifted her on her wedding.

4. Elizabeth Taylor

A fine actress of her times, Elizabeth Taylor was known to have one of the finest collect of jewels. She even possessed ‘La Peregrina’ (picture above), largest pear shaped natural pearl.

5. Michelle Obama

First Lady, Michelle Obama is the new age icon of fashion who is very often seen sporting strands of pearl in her public appearances and to some extent responsible for bringing pearls back in fashion.

5 Questions to ask when buying a Colored Gemstone

2011-06-20T05:11:00.001-07:00

1. Are the stones natural or synthetic?

When you are buying a jewelry with colored gemstones, it is very important that you know if the stone is natural or synthetic. While the synthetic stone look good and are genuine too, they are not natural and hence they cost much less.

2. Is the color natural or enhanced?

Many gemstones that we find in the market are given various kinds of treatments to enhance their color. Lot of them are permanent colors, while some are are only temporary and they tend to fade away with time.

3. What do the names mean?

Be careful of the misleading names. A lot of times gemstones are not what their names suggest. Such as Brazilian Sapphire is actually blue tourmaline, Bohemian rubies are garnets, Rangoon diamonds are zircons. So, whenever a stone is described with a qualifier, it is important that you find out if the stone is genuine or not.

4. Do you like the color?

First, you need to learn how to critically look at the color. Which color is that particular gemstone is considered the best. But then at the end of the day, what matters is the color that you like. You might like the not so rare color which might not even cost as much as the rarest one.

5. How good is the clarity of the stone?

Colored gemstone often come with inclusions. Inclusions are like fingerprints of nature inside the crystal structure of a gem. However, too many inclusions can affect the color of the gemstone. Sometimes inclusions can even reduce the durability of the gem.

Have fun with June Birthstone, Pearls

2011-06-17T06:21:00.001-07:00

Birthstone jewelry is becoming very popular these days. However, pearls and June have a special significance.

June is the classic wedding month. They say a June bride is a bride for all her life and the one who wears pearls remains happily married forever.

Pearls are super stylish and sophisticated. Pair them up with every ensemble and here you are all set to stun the world. It is hard to describe the charm of these stunning organic gems that are born inside the body of a mollusk.

Dressing up for a special evening or for a casual outing – add a strand of pearl necklace to your dress and you can have the look that you want.

Pearls are like those white shirts, denims or black dress in your wardrobe. They are like life savers, whenever you are in doubt, put them on and they will never let you down.

Jay Leno does a fire test to Kim Kardashian’s engagement ring

2011-06-15T06:35:00.001-07:00

Now here is something one doesn’t get to hear about often. Jay Leno had an interesting experiment with Kim Kardashian’s ring. Kim’s 20.5 carat diamond engagement ring has been all over in news and since lot of people couldn’t digest the hugeness of the rock they started calling it faux.

Finally, to put an end to all such stories, Jay Leno in ‘The Tonight Show’ put her engagement ring on a fire test. Kim even asked Jay to sign a contract that he would pay the insurance if something happens to the ring. And he convinced her that if the diamonds are real, nothing would happen to the ring. However, if they are fake or CZ, they would catch fire immediately.

Soon after the show Kim tweeted ,”OMG u will NOT believe what Jay Leno did to my ring tonight on the show!!!! I almost cried! LOL.”

Celebrities in Chopard Jewels at Cannes

2011-05-21T01:40:00.001-07:00

American Actress, James Fonda wore a gold necklace set with diamonds (53.5 cts) and a huge 160 cts. sapphire.

Penelope Cruz, wearing a stunning diamond and rubellite drop earrings.

Uma Thurman flaunts her chandelier earrings.

Kate Middleton’s Wedding Dress and Tiara

2011-04-30T01:17:00.001-07:00

The world witnessed the Wedding of the Century yesterday. And, the most talked about subject was the Wedding Dress of Kate Middleton or shall we call Her Royal Highness Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge.

She looked absolutely stunning! Her wedding dress was something every girl would dream of! As many did speculate, her beautiful dress was designed by Sarah Burton of Alexander McQueen’s. The long and sheer veil, the hand embroidered sleeves, and about 6 feet long train – everything about the dress showcased a mix of tradition and modernity.

And, talking about her wedding dress, how can we not talk about the tiara. The tiara that Kate wore is the famous Cartier’s Halo Tiara of queen, borrowed for this special occasion. It was actually made in 1936, and Queen’s Father King George VI (remember The King’s Speech) gifted Queen’s Mother three weeks before he took over the throne. Gifted to the Queen on her 18th birthday.

Set with baguette cut old diamonds, and with its floral formations, the tiara looks absolutely gorgeous. The diamond earrings that Kate wore on this special day were gifted by her parents and were specially designed to complement the tiara.

Nothing to fall short of a Fairytale Wedding!

Countdown to the Royal Wedding!

2011-04-28T23:18:00.001-07:00

Just few more hours left and the world shall witness one of the biggest wedding of the decade. Or we could call it the Royal Wedding of 21st Century. The wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton will not only become an important page in history, but an important one in the book of fashion as well.

While I just can’t wait to watch the whole event and bring you the fashion news of jewelry and the tiaras. Here’s something that you might like to look at

It is the ‘Instrument of Consent’, a formal document of Queen Elizabeth’s approval of Price William marriage to Kate Middleton. Signed by the Queen herself.

Kate Hudson Engaged!

2011-04-27T22:55:00.001-07:00

It sure is season of weddings and engagements. While the most awaited royal wedding of the year is to happen tomorrow, here is another great news – Our much loved actress Kate Hudson is engaged to Muse frontman Matt Bellamy.

Hudson confirmed the news on the Today Show yesterday after Matt Lauer asked about the giant rock sparkling on her hand.

Ah, the ring, its been reported that the center stone is about 9 carats, emerald cut set in a white metal, probably platinum.

Their plan for the wedding takes a back seat with Kate expecting a baby in few months.

Gucci Loves you Japan

2011-04-22T21:57:00.001-07:00

Gucci has created a limited edition of bracelets to benefit Earthquake and Tsunami ravaged Japan get back on its feet. The $100 non – allergic white leather bracelet features white and red wed, a buckle that’s in the shape of fashion house’s trademark horsebit and a medallion that says ‘Gucci Loves You’.

Starting from today these bracelets will be sold at Tokyo’s flagship store of Gucci and soon it will be distributed worldwide in Gucci’s flagship stores in United States, Europe and Asia.

All the proceeds of the sale of these ‘Gucci Loves You’ bracelet will benefit Japanese Red Cross society. A beautiful gesture for a noble cause I would say!

Shop to Save the Earth!

2011-04-22T04:13:00.001-07:00

Yes, you heard us right. Angara.com presents you today on Earth Day with this beautiful opportunity where all you have to do to Save the Mother Earth is Shop with us. For every purchase you make, we will Plant a Tree in your name.

There are so many reasons that we shop jewelry for. Sometimes we shop jewelry as a special gift for a special someone, sometimes to make ourselves feel special, but what can better time to shop for jewelry if we can shop and chip in our bit for a great cause.

Earth Day is observed on the 22nd day of April every year. It is the day to inspire awareness and appreciation for Mother's Earth environment. It is the day that all of us do our bit to save the earth.

And, what better way could it to be celebrate this Earth Day, if you get to Shop for something as stunning as Diamond and Gemstone Jewelry and also contribute for a great cause!

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Angelina Jolie launches ‘The Style of Jolie’ Jewelry Collection

2011-04-20T23:24:00.001-07:00

If you love to keep up with the latest fashion and are somewhat of a jewelry lover like me, then surely Angelina Jolie’s jewelry must be something that would always leave you awed. She has a very classy taste in jewelry and this can very well be seen by each piece of jewelry that she is seen wearing. The emerald earrings that she wore at the Oscars became an instant rage among jewelry loving women.

Angelina Jolie recently collaborated with her friend and famous jewelry designer Robert Procop to put forth ‘The Style of Jolie’ jewelry collection. The proceeds of the sale would go to her foundation to help the Children of Conflict.

'The Style of Jolie' Jewelry Collection

The collection includes Diamond Choker that Jolie wore in The Tourist, green beryl earrings that she wore at the NYC premier, and many other fine gemstone jewelry.

Jolie had partnered with Robert Procop in past when Brad Pitt and she had produced the 'Protector collection at Asprey’.

Its April – The Month of Diamonds!

2011-04-16T01:13:00.001-07:00

We women really do not need a reason to love our diamonds. Just the fact that these brilliant gemstones are called diamonds make them our best friends. And, we can’t complain if men think that we are obsessed with it. ‘Coz its the ugly truth .. want to show us your love, show us the diamonds.

The reason I am going on and on about diamonds is that .. Its April! The Month of Diamonds!. And, even though I am not an April born myself, I am very much looking forward to getting myself a pair of small diamond earrings, or may be a pendant – after all, it is the birthstone of this month.

So go ahead my dear ladies, treat yourself to a beautiful diamond this month because you deserve it. And all the gentlemen out there, shower that special woman in your life with a piece of diamond jewelry. It need not be a big one (not that we would mind big), but just a token to say you lover her, to say that you care :)

Jennifer Lopez’s TOUS Jewelry Oriental Ad Campaign

2011-04-10T22:35:00.001-07:00

The actress, Jennifer Lopez is a style icon in every way, her jewelry, her famous 14-carat blue diamond ring, her love for hoop earrings is something that we all have been awed by. The star recently seen starring in TOUS Asian inspired ads.

This ad campaign of Spanish brand TOUS jewelry has an oriental feel to it. They have shot the ad with props such as chopsticks, umbrella and fans.

It is their Spring/Summer Collection that mostly consists of Indian Rubies and mother of pearl arranged in lotus flower like arrangement.

This Mother’s Day – Everyone Wins!

2011-04-08T02:18:00.002-07:00

Mother’s Day is coming up, May 8th. In order to show our appreciation, Angara announces its Unique Mother’s Day Contest where everyone is a Winner! All you have to do is share a picture and a special moment of you and you mother with us.

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A rare 15th Century diamond crystal ring found

2011-04-05T23:11:00.001-07:00

A very rare 15th Century diamond and gold ring that was found in March 2008 by John Steven in South Leicestershire, England will soon go off for sale at Bonhams in London.

Estimated to sell for about $24,000 to $32000, the ring features rough diamond. The auction house Bonhams bring light to the fact that diamond cutting was very rare 500 years ago. Diamonds are the hardest of the minerals, and thus cutting them requires great precision and special cutting tools, During that time not many craftsmen were known to use diamond cutting technique and tools.

The band of the ring is inscribed by Gothic script "amour mi tien" (love keep me).

Jean Ghika, Director of the Jewellery Department comments, "Bonhams is delighted to offer such a rare surviving 15th century diamond ring. It is a superb example of its type and was lying undiscovered for over five hundred years."

Reese Witherspoon Wedding pics revealed

2011-04-04T23:10:00.001-07:00

There has been much talk about Reese Witherspoon wedding with JIm Toth and finally the newly weds have shared their wedding pictures with People’s magazine. Her pink wedding dress was designed by Monique Lhuillier that flaunted a beautiful lace corset, full tulle A-line skirt and silk-satin ribbon.

Not only this, the 35-year actress was recently caught on camera with her wedding ring on. Her wedding ring is a classic platinum band which will beautifully complement her 4-carat diamond engagement ring.

Elizabeth Taylor’s Jewels to be auctioned by Christie’s

2011-04-01T00:48:00.001-07:00

According to an American Magazine, Elizabeth Taylor’s magnificent diamond jewelry collection and many other of her antique jewels will soon be auctioned by Christie’s. This news is yet not confirmed by Chritie’s, it is speculated that the collection would be worth at least $150 million.

Taylor who died at the age of 79 due to congestive heart failure on March 23, possessed some of the finest jewels in the world.

Peter Sedghi, President of Luxury Jewels of Bevery Hills said, “To be honest, she knew more than I did [about jewelry]. When you would show her stones, she would tell you the origin, if it’s good quality, bad quality, where it came from. She had a collection like I’ve never seen before.”

Sedghi also said that many of her jewels had emotional value to them. One such was 33.19 carat Krupp Diamond that her fifth husband Richard Burton gifted her.

In 2002, Elizabeth Taylor hosted an exhibition of her much prized jewelry for the public. The exhibition included famed Krupp diamond (in picture above), La Preregina Pearl by Cartier and the huge heart shaped Taj Mahal diamond. The proceeds of the exhibition went to The Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation.

Reese Witherspoon Wedding!

2011-03-27T23:20:00.001-07:00

Reese WItherspoon finally tied the knot with CAA agent Jim Toth this Saturday evening at her 6 – acre ranch in Ojai, California.

Wedding was a very intimate ceremony with about 120 guests which included celebrities friends such as Renee Zellweger, Alyssa Milano and Tobey Maguire.Heather Rosenfield, Reese’s best friend was the maid of honor.

There seems to be no pictures or information on her wedding ring. It is said that her wedding ring designed by famous jeweler William Goldberg, who also designed her 4-carat Ashoka cut Diamond Engagement ring. Can’t wait to see it!

For now wishing the newly wed couple a very happy married life!

Natural Colored Diamonds – What are they?

2011-03-23T01:02:00.001-07:00

When I wrote my last post about Jennifer Lopez’s 14-carat blue diamond ring, I realized colored diamonds remain mystifying gemstones to many. And while natural colored diamonds are more and more seen making an appearance on the red carpet adorning our favorite celebs ... Diamonds are more or less commonly perceived to be colorless and probably that is why colored diamonds were even thought of as synthetics.

So here is a quick overview of what colored diamonds actually are ..

Colored diamonds can be interpreted as a beautiful adulteration of nature. Diamond in its purest state would be made up of all carbon atoms and such diamond would be colorless and transparent. However, such diamonds are very rare; often certain chemical impurities become a part diamond’s crystal structure and thus imparting it various colors.

Most diamonds that are used in jewelry have yellow and brown tints. While these are the most common colors, diamonds come in a wide hue of colors such as blue, orange, pink, black, red and even green. As the color becomes more prominent, these rocks are termed as fancy colored diamonds. There are about 300 various shades and hues of diamonds that have already been identified.

Fancy colored diamonds are very rare, thus they come with a price tag which can make anyone gasp. But then, not all fancy diamonds are outrageously expensive, black diamonds and brown diamonds can be given their relative abundance can be bought at decent prices.

Colored Diamonds aren’t a new Concept

Given the recent limelight that natural colored diamonds have got, many believe that these fancy diamonds are some new concept. But, it is so not the case. Natural colored diamonds have been in existence for as long as diamonds have been known. The ancient Golconda mines of India, which are the oldest diamonds mines in the world.produced some of the finest and the largest blue and pink diamonds including hope diamond, koh-i-noor, darya-i-noor.

Jennifer Lopez loves her 14-carat Blue Diamond Ring

2011-03-21T00:11:00.001-07:00

Our much love American Idol judge, Jennifer Lopez said that her favorite piece of jewelry is a 14-carat solitaire blue diamond ring that husband Marc Antony gifted on their first wedding anniversary.

Lopez also says that nothing is more important to her than her family and admits that she and Marc look forward to spending time with their three year old twins.

Blue diamonds as you may know are one of the rarest among gemstones and have beauty and brilliance that is beyond words.

All about March Birthstone – Aquamarine

2011-03-18T23:14:00.001-07:00

Origin of Name

You see a gemstone and the first thing you notice is its color and may be that is why a lot of gems have their names that is somehow or the other symbolic of their color. In this particular gemstone, the word Aquamarine comes from Latin words Aqua – water and Mare – Sea.

Color

Light blue color of the sky, deep blue of the ocean or the typical blue green of aquamarines, the wide color range of these rocks makes it a favorite amongst jewelry designers and have attracted women for centuries.

March Birthstone

This birthstone of March is also the Zodiac stone for the ‘Scorpio’. It is also the anniversary stone symbolic of 19 years of marriage. Legends hold that aquamarine was treasured by mermaids and protected sailors on their voyages. Aquamarine is also held symbolic of friendship, harmony and trust.

The Gemstone

Aquamarine belongs to the same family of gems as Emerald; Beryl. These gems score 7.5 – 8 on Mohs’ Scale of Hardness compare to 6.5 of Emeralds which makes these blue hued gems a great choice for all kinds of jewelry.

Third largest Tanzanite Discovered

2011-03-14T00:26:00.001-07:00

TanzaniteOne Limited, a gemstone producer and seller, recently announced the discovery of 12,100 carat high gem quality tanzanite. The gemstone is the largest gemstone to be mined in the 10 years of mining history of the company and the third largest high quality tanzanite in the world.

At present the stone is undergoing grading analysis to confirm its color and clarity. The source mine is located in Simanjiro district of Tanzania.

For those who didn’t know, Tanzania is the only place in the world where Tanznites are found. The scarcity of resource makes this gem one of the rarest of gems, even rarer than diamonds.

To know more the gemstone Tanzanite, you could also read…. How much do you know about December Birthstone - Tanzanite

Saint Patrick’s Day – Go Green!

2011-03-11T23:53:00.001-08:00

Every festival has a special way of celebrating it, some special things, some special food, some special colors that are associated with it. And, when it is Saint Patrick’s Day we are talking about – Its all about color Green!

The Green Connection

Saint Patrick’s Day is all about the fun, parades, eating green, drinking green and wearing green. In reality, the old Irish tradition has nothing to do with the way it is celebrated today especially the color green. It is just that for Irish, the color green is symbolic of fairies, angels and saints.

Nothing Greens Greener

Taking about wearing green and there is a saying that comes to my mind an old saying about emeralds ‘Nothing greens greener’. If you are someone like me who just needs a reason to wear jewelry, Saint Patrick’s is an excellent excuse to get your emeralds out and flaunt them in the spirit of the occasion.

Bejeweled Mona Lisa!

2011-03-09T22:07:00.001-08:00

Now here’s an interesting piece of news. A Chinese Jewelry Collector has made a replica of Leonardo da Vinci’s ‘Mona Lisa’. And although this time too the replica is on canvas, only not with colors but with real gemstones.

The Jeweler has used 100,000 carats of jewelry in this art piece. Took him about 5 years to make this one of a kind jewelry painting and 30 years to collect gemstones for it.

This bejeweled replica of the Mona Lisa is on display in a shopping Mall in Shenyang City, China.

Fashion, Jewelry, Celebrities at Oscar 2011

2011-03-08T00:06:00.001-08:00

2011 Academy Awards was one great night which saw many expected and some unexpected wins. The night as expected was filled to the core with glamour, and I as am bound with my obsession with jewelry couldn’t keep my eyes of their jewelry. Seriously, if you missed it you gotta see it.

Here’s one my top favorites from the night

Nicole Kidman with her mesmerizing Fred Leighton's 150-carat 19th Century diamond necklace Riviere necklace, draped beautifully on her neck and onto the back. I can’t think of anyone else who could have put these stunning ensemble with more grace and elegance.

Did you see Amy Adams’ beautiful gemstone necklace at the 2009 Academy Awards. They were simply gorgeous. And this year too, she leaves everyone absolutely stunned with her drop dead gorgeous diamond and emerald necklace and her 30.75 carat carved emerald bracelet from Cartier worth $1.025 million. The bracelet is believed to be one of the most expensive pieces of jewelry worn at the Oscars this year.

Natalie Portman, the Academy Award winner for the Best Actress 2011 starts off a new trend with her Tiffany tassel earrings.

Celine Dion flaunted her Bulgari Jewelry at the Oscars, including her 18 carat yellow gold necklace with diamonds, emeralds and green spinels.

Here’s Reese Witherspoon with her 35-carat Emerald earrings from Neil Lane. Lot of people that she copied Angelina Jolie’s style with her emerald earring but then they still can’t deny the fact that they look super classy.

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Top 10 Oscar Jewelry

2011-02-26T00:29:00.001-08:00

The most awaited time of the year, The Academy Awards 2011 are just a day away. And while everyone is keeping fingers crossed for their favorite movie, actors and actress; I can’t wait to see the celebrities walking the red carpet, celebrities flaunting the best of jewels, the biggest diamonds, the most radiant gemstones, you name it and the Oscars shall have it in store for you.

But, before the Oscars start and we get busy keeping up with it, let us once go through the memory lane and see Top 10 Oscar Jewelry throughout the years…

10.

This is quite an old one. Nicole Kidman at the Oscars in 1995. Her beautiful Dior dress which she so well paired up Yellow Gold Indian style Earrings.

Thats Amy Adams at the 2009 Academy Awards with her Colorful Gemstone Bib Necklace.

Thats 2000 Oscars, Hillary Swank looking stunning in her delicate and classic Asprey and Garrard Necklace worth $250,000. Not that we are counting but yeah thats the quoted price.

Thats Kelly Preston at 2008 awards. Her diamond flower cuff bracelet was superbly gorgeous.

Thats Jessica Alba at 80th Annual Academy Awards, and her dazzling hoop earrings and gold and diamond bangles.

Elegant and classy Diamond Dangle Earrings of Gwyneth Paltrow at 2005 Oscars.

Jaw droppers! Thats what these Long Diamond Earrings of Beyonce are!

And thats Nicole Kidman twice in our Top 10. Her layered diamond necklace at the 2008 Academy Awards were dripping with hotness and style.

At number 2, we have Keira Knightley and her classy Bulgari necklace

For number one, position I couldn’t think of anyone else than these classic Emerald Earringd of Angelina Jolie. While everyone was running after diamonds, Angie preferred to flaunt her stunning emeralds. These emerald dangler earrings bought emerald jewelry in fashion like never before.

Long Dangle Earrings shine at New York Fashion Week 2011

2011-02-25T01:39:00.001-08:00

New York Fashion Week just got over few days back and while every one is talking about the dressy gowns, fashion trends the year 2011, I just couldn’t help but notice the display of jewelry, especially in Oscar de la Renta Show. See for yourself..

So Long Dangle Earrings it seems is the Jewelry Trend for this season too :). Personally they are my favorite too, they never go wrong, especially if you have to dress up for some special occasion; put them on and they can even turn a boring outfit into a stunning one.

The Most Valuable Handbag in the World – Mouawad 1001 Nights Purse

2011-02-23T00:01:00.001-08:00

The House of Mouawad, famous for its fine jewelry which even has some of the world’s biggest diamonds to its name is once again back in limelight for producing world’s most valuable handbag. Tagged at $3.8 million, this bejeweled purse has been registered as the Most expensive clutch in the Guinness Book of World Records.

This heart shaped clutch has every reason to be expensive, crafted in 18K gold, it is studded with a total of 4517 diamonds. There are 105 yellow diamonds, 56 pink diamonds and the remaining 4356 are colorless diamonds.

Just like the epic Thousand and One Nights, this handbag too showcases romance and passion, it is said that it took 10 artisans around 8800 hours in total to create this legendary bad under the supervision of designer Robert Mouawad.

Fine Jewelry Brand Verdura is now Online

2011-02-22T01:17:00.001-08:00

Now here is something that every jewelry lover would love to look at. Verdura is a fine jewelry brand that was started by DUke Fulco di Verdura (1898 – 1978) a Sicilian Duke who started his career with none other than Coco Chanel. Coco Chanel hired him as a textile designer and later he went to become the head designer of her private and boutique collection of jewelry. Their collaboration led to the establishment of this legendary fine jewelry brand that adorned many royalties and celebrities since the early 20th Century.

The brand recently launched its new website that showcase a beautiful combination of their past and future. If you do visit their site, do read their ‘Our Story’ section, where they talk of the brands origin and evolution though the ages.

And for anyone who considers jewelry an art, do browse through their collection that has some of the most enthralling designs that you would come across, especially their vintage collection is simply superb.

Ekati Spirit Diamond from Canada sets a New Record

2011-02-17T21:33:00.001-08:00

A 78- carat diamond rough that was recently mined from the Ekati mine, Canada was sold this week at the BHP Billiton’s diamond center, Antwep for $2.8 million. This rough diamond of $2.8 million sets a new record and becomes the most expensive rough diamond from a Canadian mine. The previous record was set by 10.22 carats diamond rough which was sold for $1.2 million.

The stone is internally flawless and the most significant gem quality produced from this mine in the last 13 years. However this is not the biggest diamond discovery of the Ekati mine, the biggest was the 182 carat diamond which was found about 2 years ago, but it was of poorer quality.

There are no reveals on who the buyers in, but one can’t help but wonder hoe this stunning gemstone would looks once it is cut, given some fancy shape and set in some magnificent jewel :))

Fashion and Jewelry at Grammy Awards 2011

2011-02-15T23:10:00.001-08:00

At Lets Talk Jewelry, it would be a crime if we talk bout red carpet, and special star studded nights and do not talk about the bling factor. Who was wearing what, how many carats, the most expensive jewelry and the most stylish.

Stylish Cuffs at Grammy 2011

This colorful cuff of Glee star, Lea Michele was absolutely gorgeous and one of the most stylish pieces of jewelry on the red carpet. Designed by red carpet staple Lorraine Schwartz, who also made these beautiful yellow diamond serpent cuff of Kim Kardashian’s.

More is more

Another fashion trend that many celebrities were seen flaunting piling up bracelets for that ‘more always works’ look.

Here’s Ciara looking uber sexy outfit that she paired with her colorful mix of bracelets, also notice her white dangling earrings. Another diva in the same league would be Miley Cyrus applauded for her for her fresh look and jewelry ensemble.

Earrings that Dangle

Oh yes, and not to forget Gemstone Dangle Earrings that still are the favorite of every celebrity. Nothing glams you up for an evening the way these pieces of jewelry do.

Celebrities, Red Carpet @ Grammy Awards 2011

2011-02-14T01:34:00.001-08:00

One of the most awaited and glamorous events of the year, the Grammy Awards 2011 took place at the Staples Center, Los Angeles. The red carpet was filled with celebrities at their fashion peak. Some preferred the classy look, some sexy while some went a bit wild. Below find some of the most outstanding looks of the night, and for more pics do visit the photo album.

Nicole Kidman looking gorgeous as always in Paul Gauitier Floral gown.

Even with her red carpet hosting duties, Kelly Osbourne managed to look simply stunning in her one-shoulder Tadashi Shoji dress.

If anyone was wondering that how would Lady Gaga top off her meat dress, here’s how. The songstress arrived at the Grammy this year incubated in a translucent egg.

Kim Kardashian always manages to steal the limelight

Rihanna turns head with her beautiful and totally revealing Jean Paul Gaultier white gown.

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Michelle Obama on her Fashion Style

2011-02-11T23:17:00.001-08:00

First Lady Michelle Obama is loved for her classic sense of fashion as much as she loved for her social activism.

This Wednesday she appeared with Today’s Matt Laurer to discuss variety of topics ranging from her husband’s ongoing fight against child obesity and the fact that he has now quit smoking. And as the interview proceeded, came the topic of her sartorial decisions.

Along with many designers such as Peter Pinto, Jason Wu, Isabel Toledo, First Lady also bought the fashion of wearing pearl strands and brooches back in vogue. On this particular occasion she was wearing a very feminine polka dress from a not so fancy named designer, but an just an off the rack H&M dress worth just $34.95.

When she was asked about the public fascination of her personal style, she said that she takes it as a compliment and she also explained, “It's not something I focus on ... Everybody's got to get dressed in the morning and put on something. I hope people find it nice, but it's not something I focus on.”

Obama said that it is practicality, more than anything that decides what she will be wearing, "It's really just sort of, how cold is it? Do I have to stand outside, and what am I going to use to cover my arms if I'm freezing so I'm not shivering while I have to give a speech? It's really stuff like that.”

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Elvis’ Ring up for Auction

2011-02-11T21:02:00.001-08:00

Elvis Presley remains one of the most bankable names, when it comes to celebrity collectibles. The Upcoming Signature Music and Entertainment at Heritage Auction, Beverly Hills features Elves Presley’s Star Sapphire Ring along with many other celebrity items such as Marlyn Monroe’s Long Underwear and Beatles ‘Butcher’ cover records.

This nugget ring with black star sapphire was one of King’s favorite. The 14K Yellow Gold has also. Elvis was often seen wearing this ring in the 1970’s, after which he gifted it to his tour promoter, Tom Hulett. The ring is estimated to be worth $15,000.

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Kate Middleton – Get the Royal Look

2011-02-08T22:26:00.001-08:00

Since the engagement of Prince William and Kate Middleton, Kate has become overnight fashion icon. Whatever outfit she is seen wearing is sold out within few hours.

Especially the whole ensemble that Middleton wore in their engagement announcement has many women going crazy. The $615 blue Issa dress that she wore was sold out in less than 24 hours world over.

Ingenue’s ‘Pipita’ is a neat replica of this dress available for just $160.82. But more than any outfit or hat she wore, what became an instant rage in women was the Princess Diana’s engagement ring that Prince William gave to Kate Middleton. This 18 carat blue sapphire engagement ring has given a new color to engagement rings.

Replica of Princess Diana’s engagement ring can be found at Angara.com (a leading online diamond and gemstone jewelry portal). The ring is available in various stone qualities and sizes. So that everyone can have a piece of royalty at a price they are comfortable with.

Super Bowl Ring

2011-02-07T23:55:00.001-08:00

They say Super Bowl teams don’t just fight for the Lombardi Trophy, the winners even get to wear some really fancy rings. The NFL pays for about 150 rings to be given to the winner team (including the players, staff, owners).

The ring shown above was given to the winners of the Super Bowl last year. The Super Bowl XLIV Championship0 rings for the New Orleans Saints were designed by famous New York Jeweler Tiffany & Co.

These rings also feature fleur-de-lis logo of New Orleans Saints with round diamonds. On the side of the ring is inscribed ‘World Champions’ in yellow gold and 16 diamonds signifying the number of games the team won in the series.

If you find these Super Bowl Rings fascinating, do browse through the ESPN’s special section on Super Bowl Rings with some really interesting ring stories.

15.98 Carat Harry Winston Diamond rings tops the Sotheby’s Auction

2011-02-04T22:40:00.001-08:00

Sotheby’s Important Jewelry Auction achieved 8,897,278 against the presale estimates between $6.8 to $9 million.

The main attraction of the auction was the 15.98 carat Harry Winston emerald cut diamond ring in platinum which scored $662,500. Next scored a 3.52 carat platinum round diamond ring which sold for $290,500.

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Demi Moore and Ashton Kutcher launch Jewelry Collection for Valentine’s Day

2011-02-03T02:18:00.001-08:00

Demi Moore and Ashton Kutcher launch their Jewelry Collection with jeweler Jack Vartanian. The hancuff necklace in this collection are to draw attention to important issues such as child sex slavery. Proceeds from its sale would go to benefit the Demi and Ashton (DNA) Foundation a not-for- profit organization that works towards raising awareness for this issue.

Like them, Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt also have a Jewelry line to benefit Children charity.

Tiffany Jewelry Shines at SAG Awards

2011-02-01T02:09:00.001-08:00

We can’t help but get awed by the exotic jewelry that our celebrities flash on the red carpet. This weekend it was the SAG Award night and these are the two particular celebs that looked absolutely classy with Tiffany Jewelry.

‘Glee’ star Lea Michele who was nominated for ‘Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series’ wore a shimmering Oscar De La Renta gown which she paired with stunning Tiffany diamond bracelet ($400,000) and pear shaped diamond ring.

Soon to be mother and Academy Award winner Natalie Portman was looking absolutely gorgeous in her White Azzaro Gown which she flaunted with appr0x 30 carats Yellow Diamond drop earrings from Tiffany and Co.

Colored Diamonds have gained much popularity in recent years especially with their increased presence on the red carpet. And one can’t say that they are any less gorgeous that they are boasted to be. Natural colored diamonds not only have the brilliance that we love the diamonds for plus they are blessed with the most stunning colors.

Click here to read about the Largest Blue Diamonds and Pink Diamonds that the world has ever witnessed.

How to wear Jewelry?

2011-01-28T01:58:00.001-08:00

Although we women love to wear jewelry, we many times forget that our jewelry is supposed to complement our looks, accentuate our features but not over power. It is important that we remember that and wear jewelry strictly as per the occasion or one can turn into a fashion disaster.

If worn correctly, jewelry has the power of turning even a simple casual outfit into absolutely chic one.

Below are some tips that would help you look stylish

Never Overdo. One of the most important things that one need to take care of while wearing jewelry is never to overdo. Jewelry can make you look gaudy if you overdo it. Don’t wear your jewelry as if you have to show off all that you have got.
Be Consistent. Be consistent with one jewelry look at a time. If you want to wear some big bold pendant, never wear some delicate earrings or rings with. If you want to go bold with your jewelry, then let that be theme of all jewelry pieces whether they be rings, earrings or bangles.
Don’t mismatch two styles. While you can mix-match your jewelry and wear it and this could be a pretty stunning idea. But, don’t try to mix two different styles, they just never work. Say if you are wearing a cocktail ring, then let that alone be the eye catcher. Wearing other small and delicate rings would only take away from its glamour.

Also when you want to wear multiple chains or necklaces, never wear a thin chain and a thick one together.

What is the Birthstone of January

2011-01-23T22:28:00.001-08:00

It has been three weeks past the new year and it still takes to get adjusted to the fact that we are no more living in 2010 but 2011. Guess it is going to be few more weeks before I get accustomed to 2011.

But yes, the fact remains, and it is January; the month that has Garnet as its Birthstone. This gemstone is found in a wide spectra of colors but is mostly loved for their deep red hues. These deep red hue gemstone look absolutely gorgeous and were often found in antique jewelry. Even many of the historically famous rubies were later found out to be garnets.

Garnet is also one of those very few rare gems that is used untreated in jewelry. This gemstone looks stunning in all kinds of jewelry and complements all kind of metals and colors.

Even hundred of years ago the gem was greatly valued as it was believed that the gem protects its wearer from all kinds of diseases and brings him honors.

Fashion and Jewelry at Golden Globe Awards 2011

2011-01-19T05:52:00.001-08:00

Jewelry and fashion were at their best when celebrities walked the red carpet of the 68th Golden Globe Awards.

Natalie Portman was nominated for The Best Performance of an Actress in a Motion Picture for ‘Black Swan’ looked stunning with her baby bump, diamond necklace and earrings.

Emma Roberts showed with the sexy cocktail of her smile and Illuminating gemstone dangle earrings.

Sarah Hyland’s feather dress and Chandelier Earrings – Interesting Combo

Leigton Meester wearing a Burberry and gemstone earrings

Hard to miss and ever Classy – Julianne Moore

Superhot Gemstone Dangle Earrings of Taylor Swift

2011-01-15T00:31:00.001-08:00

The songstress Taylor Swift was recently seen sporting a gorgeous pair of Gemstone Dangle Earrings at BOA Steakhouse, California. The singer was looking super hot with her gemstone earrings which she has paired with a strapless black sequin dress from Mark+James.

Gemstone Dangle Earrings are perfect for adding glamour to your evening dress. They are classy, stunning and if you wear them, you really don’t need to wear any other jewelry.

Reese Witherspoon Ashoka Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

2011-01-13T05:35:00.001-08:00

Since her engagement with Jim Toth, actress Reese Witherspoon has been in news. People are happy that their much loved actress is going to walk the aisle again and most just can’t help but get awed by her Engagement Ring with the 4 Carat Ashoka Cut Diamond.

Ashoka Cut Diamonds

Ashoka Cut Diamonds are pretty are very rare and were much unheard about till this even. The cut actually originated many centuries ago in India. William Goldberg Diamond Corporation took this cut, modified it and got it patented in the year 2000. A diamond also has to be of particular size and quality to be given this cut.

To read more about these Legendary Ashoka Cut Diamonds, check here

Bejeweled baby skull worth $50 Million

2011-01-12T05:40:00.001-08:00

Here is a bejeweled baby skull that is causing much controversy in the UK. This latest work of Damien Hist has a real baby skull covered with diamonds in platinum. This sculpture that Hist has entitled ‘For Heaven’s Sake’ is the follow up to $100 million skull which he presented in 2007.

The skull is believed to be of a new born of less than two weeks from 19th Century. The skull in cast in all platinum and with more than 8000 white and pink diamonds by Bentley and Skinner Jewelers. The Diamond skull will be showcased at Gagosian Gallery, Honk Kong this month.

There have been many protest regarding using the baby skull to which Hist replied as "When you look at a skull, you think it represents the end, but when you see the end so beautiful, it gives you hope.”

Huge Gold Nugget in Sierra

2011-01-10T04:49:00.001-08:00

A huge Gold nugget of approximately 100 troy ounce ( a bit over 3kgs) was recently found in Sierra. It is estimated to be worth $135,000 as per current gold prices but could even fetch prices till about $400,000 at the auction at which it will it will be sold in March. These kind of huge gold nuggets are prized and collected by Collectors all over the world.

These kind of nuggets are mostly found in Australia and are a rarity for California. Fred Holabird, who was the mining geologist of the concerned area said that this nugget was a part of an ancient riverbed and it took heavy equipments to remove gold from the rock.

Rihanna’s Fragrance – Reb’l Fleur

2011-01-07T23:01:00.001-08:00

Weren’t we just talking about Rihanna and her fashion style recently.

Here is another news. The songstress will soon be launching her first perfume that she has named Reb’l Fleur! The name was actually the nickname that her grandmother gave which she even got tattooed on her neck last summer.

“I have always layered scents to create something just my own, but nothing was ever perfect. So the time was right to create Reb’l Fleur—something people would recognize me by—something that would linger deliciously and make everyone say ‘Rihanna was here’.”

Jewelry and Fashion at People’s Choice Awards 2011

2011-01-07T02:40:00.001-08:00

In the last post, we mostly talked about the main highlights and the winners at the People’s Choice Awards 2011. But then it was star studded night so how can we ignore red carpet, fashion, jewelry and what the hot celebrities were wearing.

So lets get started

Katy Perry looking her pretty self with Betsey Johnson dress which she paired up with Diamond Earrings

Kim Kardashian at the awards in a Catherine Malandrino dress and Rina Limor Necklace and Amrapali earrings

Jennifer Anniston in Dolce and Gabbana

Tiffany Hines at the People Awards in Falguni and Shane Peacock dress and her huge Diamond Cocktail Ring

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People’s Choice Awards 2011

2011-01-06T05:48:00.001-08:00

The night before we saw one of the most awaited award nights and a great beginning to the new year. And that too with 175 million votes. We are talking about People’s Choice Awards 2011 that saw many expected and many unexpected wins.

Selena Gomez is my new favorite since the night, although I know only one song of hers. She beat Justin Bieber in the category of ‘Favorite Breakout Artist’ and that was a surprise.

Another unexpected win of the night was that of Kriten Stewart who beat the biggies such as Angelina Jolie, Julia Roberts, Jennifer Aniston in the category of ‘Favorite Movie Actress’.

The Twilight Saga – Eclipse got the Favorite Movie

and Johnny Depp – Favorite Movie Actor

Click here to see the full list of People’s Choice Awards 2011 WInners

Dress it like Rihanna !

2011-01-05T03:37:00.001-08:00

The famous Pop singer Rihanna is loved for her style of dressing as much as she is love for her music. Most of the jewelry she wears is usually bold and statement jewelry, but when it comes to earrings she like to stick to the classy hoop earring or diamond studs.

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Shania Twain starts the year with her Wedding!

2011-01-04T04:23:00.001-08:00

Famous Pop singers and also one of my childhood favorites, Shania Twain walked the altar for the second time this New Year, and this time with her sweetheart, Swiss businessman Frederic Thiebau in Puerto Rico.

Twain might have sung the famous song ‘That don’t impress me much’,but her Engagement ring with 3-carat Emerald cut diamond by by Lorraine Schwartz is most certainly impressive.

Emerald cut is personally one of my favorites, It is basically a rectangular step cut with soft or rounded corners. The cut portrays a unique combination of style and sophistication and only looks good in gemstones of a certain size or more.

Reese Witherspoon – Engaged !

2011-01-03T05:15:00.001-08:00

Our all time favorite actress Reese Witherspoon is all set to walk the altar again. Witherspoon got recently engaged to Jim Toth. And her engagement ring is no ordinary one, it is a 4-carat Ashoka Diamond ring with pave set platinum band.

Ashoka diamonds are basically a very unique kind of cut that actually originated in India many centuries ago. The cut was recreated with a few modifications by William Goldberg Diamond Corporation who later in the year 2000 even got the cut patented.

Wishing them all the very best !

Harry Winston Ocean Lady Zalium – Super Hot!!

2011-01-03T01:53:00.001-08:00

Here is a watch that in no ways is less than a precious jewelry. This super hot watch is made up of unique metal alloy ‘Zalium’ that Harry Winston like to use this metal as this is super light, corrosion resistant and hypoallergenic.

The white and red combination of the watch is super classy and the diamond border lends the watch an inimitable look.

Welcome 2011 !

2011-01-03T01:35:00.001-08:00

A Very Happy New Year to all my friends, readers, and well wishers!

I have been thinking and trying to plan as to what shape to give to this little blog of mine. The hope is that I will try to keep the blog as regularly updated as possible and throw in a mix of entertainment and informative news.

Any suggestion at all that you may have, I will be very happy to include them.

Most Expensive Christmas Tree

2010-12-29T04:42:00.001-08:00

Just few days we were talking about The Most Expensive Bracelet and here’s another addition to the list of Most Expensives.

How expensive do you think can a Christmas tree be? Can’t say about others but this 42 feet tall Christmas Tree is estimated to be worth $11 million. This Christmas Tree that is kept at the Emirates Hotel, Abu Dhabi is not even real but then it is decorated with all sorts of bling, gold, silver and other precious jewels.

And given the hotel also flaunts a Gold Bar Vending machine, this is probably not something to get surprised with.

Tata Nano is soon going to be Bejeweled!

2010-12-28T23:52:00.001-08:00

The makers of Jaguar give an interesting addition to the list of art cars. They have bejeweled one of their cars, Tata Nano that is supposed to be the cheapest car in the world. This unique dazzling Tata Nano is a result of their public relations campaign to gather. Thirteen proposals were submitted of which this one is of the winners.

The custom design will be brought to reality by Titan Industries ( one of the subsidiary companies of Tata) as a way of commemorating 5000 years of Indian Jewelry.

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Bulgari celebrates 125th Anniversary in Paris

2010-12-28T05:30:00.002-08:00

The famous designer house Bulgari celebrates its 125th Anniversary in Paris and with that exhibits over 600 of of its unique jewels at the Grand Palais.. The exhibition also displayed gems of the biggies like Liz Taylor, Ingrid Bergman and Sophia Loren.

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Prince William and Kate Middleton Engagement Update

2010-12-24T03:09:00.001-08:00

One cannot help but keep on talking about this historical wedding of Prince William with Kate Middleton that is to take place in the coming April and here another developed that will surely put this event on the pages of history.

The official design of the coin that shall mark the engagement of Prince Harry to Kate Middleton was unveiled on Thursday.

The image of the couple and especially of the royal bride to be has raised eyebrows world over as many feel that the Kate’s face looks quite different in the coin.

But none of it matters now, as the design has been approved by the couple and Prince William’s grandmother Queen Elizabeth II.

A spokesman for the Mint said that it is always challenging to engrave profile and features onto something as small as a coin, particularly the features of young people.

Here are the two Official Engagement Pictures of Prince William and Kate.

It is said that Kate will soon become one of the most photographed women in the world, like William’s mother Princess DIana.

Angelina Jolie’s Top 5 Looks and ‘The Tourist’

2010-12-23T03:26:00.001-08:00

Jolie’s latest movie with Johnny Depp is out and her style in the movie is the same one that we love her for. Super Classy. Here are the top picks from her journey of The tourist, the movie and its promotion.

For her classic style in the movie, her costume designer said, “My inspiration for [Jolie's character] Elise’s costumes were the Hitchcock movies: minimal elegance,”

For the elaborate black gown that Angelina wears along with the Diamond choker and earrings Atwood said “The necklace was created by Robert Procop from an antique tiara, and [the diamonds were] definitely real!”

Rober Procop is same jewelry designer along with whom Jolie launched her special Jewelry Collection to help the Children of Conflict.

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How much do you know about December Birthstone – Tanzanite

2010-12-20T05:01:00.001-08:00

One of the most popular blue gemstones - Tanzanite a.k.a. December Birthstone has quite an interesting story to it.

Tanzanite is relatively a young member of the gemstone family. While most of the gems that we know of have been known for some thousands of years, tanzanites were only found in the year 1967, This even led many specialists to refer to this stone as the ‘gemstone of 20th Century’. The gem was discovered by a bunch of Masai shepherds in the Merelani Hills near Arusha in the east African state of Tanzania. Tanzania apparently is also the only place in the whole world where these gems are found. And, thus the famous New York Jewelers Tiffanys, as a tribute to its origin named the gemstone ‘Tanzanite’.

Till date Tanzania remains the only place where this gem is mined, this also makes Tanzanite a highly rare gemstone; even rarer than diamonds. Their rarity, beauty and inimitable hue makes these gemstone highly coveted and also one of the most prized ones. What is very intriguing about Tanzanite is that – in their natural form they do not occur as the beautiful violet blued gems that we know them as, but rather as not so attractive dark blue crystals. It is upon heating that the gems get their mystifying color. And perhaps this could be a reason why these gems were discovered only recently.

Largest Tanzanite

World’s largest cut or faceted tanzanite is a huge 737.81 carats rock. Another famous tanzanite is 242 carats which is set in Queen of Kilimanjaro’s Tiara.

December Birthstone – Tanzanite

It was only in the year 2002 when American Gemstone Trade Association introduced this gem as the birthstone of December.It is even believed that gemstone increases alertness and cures many skin diseases.

Btw do you believe in birthstones. You might also want to Read -

Birthstone Jewelry – Does it Really work?

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Black Diamond Jewelry – Black is very in!

2010-12-16T04:14:00.001-08:00

Looking for something different and yet trendy, black diamond jewelry could be what you might be looking for.

It is nothing usual, nothing regular, it is what you call ‘different’ and yes it looks super hot. Black Diamond Jewelry has made quite an appearances recently on the red carpet.

The color black brings a unique mystic appeal to the gem. It is something that can never go unnoticed; another reason that makes black diamond rings stunning cocktail rings.

Black Diamond Cufflinks that Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie designed in collaboration with Asprey.

Camen Electra Black Diamond Engagement Ring

Katy Perry’s black diamond heart ring

and yes, last but not the least, the most talked about black diamond ring – Solitaire black diamond ring that Sarah Jessica Parker wore in Sex and the City 2

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Get your girl the perfect Christmas Gift from Angara.c0m

2010-12-15T03:26:00.001-08:00

Are you still on a lookout to find that perfect Christmas gift for your girl? Well you need not look no further. For Angara.com, a leading online retailer of gemstone and diamond jewelry, has introduced a special ‘Christmas Jewelry’ collection.

This special Christmas Jewelry collection from Angara.com consists of colored precious gemstones and diamonds. Snowman, snowflake jewelry, stars and some of the interesting designs showcased in this collection.

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Not only these they have many great offers and discounts with every purchase that you make.

So get set Shopping!!

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Birthstone Jewelry – Does it really work?

2010-12-13T04:40:00.001-08:00

I was somewhere reading about Birthstone Jewelry and that it has become quite popular concept these days. So many people these days are gifting birthstone jewelry to their friends and family on special occasions.

Birthstone Jewelry, it said makes a great personalized gift

So I decided to research a bit on Birthstones. I always thought that birthstones and birthstone jewelry were relatively new concept, more like a marketing strategy. But then I found that their birthstones and their history actually go more than few century back.

For thousands of years birthstones have been coveted for their influential powers and the ability to bless and protect its wearer. However, various cultures had a different list of birthstones and they also had a different ways of defining a birthstone.

Finally in the year 1912, Jewelers of America created a standard list of birthstones that they named as the list of Modern birthstones. And, that is how the current birthstones list that we hear about often came into existence.

Personally, I don’t know which stand to take. How much do these birthstones actually influence its wearer. I have heard of many stories from people where they said that since they started wearing their birthstone, they life has changed and that too for good.

I have never tried it myself so can’t really say. But then come to think of it again, till the time you feel even a bit that the birthstone will have positive affect on your life. Then you should go for it. After all, isn’t it just the way you look at it.

What is your take on it? Do you think Birthstone Jewelry actually works?

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Angelina Jolie’s Jewelry Collection to help the Children of Conflict

2010-12-10T05:27:00.001-08:00

Can we ever have enough of Angelina Jolie. Probably not! The actress is just all over making waves with her appearances, but more than anything else I really appreciate her for the way she has been actively working for various causes.

This time the celebrity has collaborated with her friend and former CEO of Asprey, Robert Procop to launch a Jewelry Collection. The benefits of its shall go for her personal Charity, that is The Education Partnership for the Children of Conflict.

The Jewelry Collection also has a 353 carat pale green hued Beryl pendant crafted in rose gold.

Procop said that the designs in this collection are inspired by ‘ancient tablet engravings’.

Sadly Jolie’s fans would not have easy access to this collection. Each of these jewelry pieces in this collection will only be sold through Procop’s network of clients.

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Christie’s Pink Diamond at $1 Million per Carat

2010-12-09T01:33:00.003-08:00

The world suddenly seems to in a fix with Pink Diamonds. Just few days back Sotheby’s 24.78 carats pink diamond set a new record when it was sold for $46 million.

And here is another purple-pink diamond, this time from Christie’s which grabbed a mind boggling price. This 6.89 carats was sold at $6.91 million (about $1 million per carat).

The stunning cut – cornered modified rectangular shaped diamond is set with pink diamonds in rose gold ring.

Colored Diamond Jewelry

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Gemstone Dangling Earrings – Super Hot

2010-12-08T04:31:00.002-08:00

One cannot help but fall in love with Angelina Jolie’s style of dressing, her classic dresses, her stylish jewelry that never seems to go wrong on any occasion.

The actress was recently seen in New York City attending the premier of her latest movie ‘The Tourist’. Dressed in a stunning off- white dress which she had paired with gemstone dangler earrings, Jolie was looking as gorgeous as always.

Gemstone Dangling earrings are a sure hit this season are believed to very much remain in fashion for a long time. They have been a favorite of many celebrities and have superbly made the red carpet look ever more sexy.

Julia Robert’s Million Dollar Smile – Literally !!!

2010-12-02T23:46:00.001-08:00

How much can a smile be worth? Have you ever heard people commenting ‘A Million Dollar Smile’. But, who knew that they actually meant it. At least in this particular case they sure do.

The famous Hollywood actress Julia Roberts has apparently been paid $1.5 million for an ad campaign by Lavazza, a European coffee brand.

The ad portrays Julia as a model who doesn’t want to smile. The artist cannot paint until she does. And then she is given Lavazza’s A Modo Mio coffee and the model SMILES!

So much for a smile, just a coffee but nevertheless A Million Dollar Smile :))

Sotheby’s Panther Bracelet sets a new Record

2010-12-01T04:00:00.001-08:00

The onyx and diamond panther bracelet of Sotheby’s was sold at a record setting £4.5 million ($7.036 million). At this price this bracelet is the most expensive bracelet to be sold at an auction.