Here in July it’s all about the Royal Family. There’s also another event scheduled for September that will regain our attention. That is the scheduled release of Diana, a motion picture coming to theaters. The movie stars Naomi Watts as Princess Di, and while there are on-going debates about her portrayal, no one is disputing…
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In our usual perusal of How He Asked, we can pretty much guarantee that we’re going to cry at some point. The proposals are just so cute, so heartfelt, and so meaningful. But it’s a rare proposal that entertains us too, and Trent’s poster proposal was one of those. Not only did Trent win points…
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You have planned out your wedding seating arrangements complete with creatively done place cards. What about the escort cards? The difference between escort cards and place cards is simple. Place cards are used to designate the guests’ individual seats. Escort cards lead a couple or individual to the table they are assigned to. Placed outside…
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We love a tri-color ring. Not only is it practical, matching all your different jewelry regardless of the metal, but it’s beautiful. From Cartier’s signature trinity ring to individual rings just begging to be stacked, we’re hooked. These 18kt gold stacking rings in Jack Weir & Sons’ shop are a perfect example. Beautiful rounded edges…
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Breguet revealed its contribution to the Only Watch 2013 charity auction and it is a beautiful, timeless classic. The auction, held twice a year in Monaco by AMM (Association Monégasque contre les Myopathies), benefits Duchene muscular dystrophy. It attracts the best watchmakers from all over the world. Breguet’s contribution is the Classique Chronograph open worked…
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It’s the seemingly insignificant details that really make a watch unusual these days, and it’s those tiny differences that set this extraordinary Paul Newman Daytona apart from its brethren. The stunning timepiece set chronologists’ hearts on fire when it went up for auction at Antiquorum in Geneva. Here are all the details to get you…
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Lions have long been a sign of dignity, royalty, and above all else, pristine and precise regality. Chanel has opted to cash in on the majestic personality and standing of the king of the jungle with their new line of lion themed jewelry, the Eye of the Lion. The pieces include brooches, rings, bracelets, necklaces,…
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Our Van Cleef and Arpels case has been filling up lately! It’s never a bad day when we get to buy vintage or pre owned Alhambra pieces, but when customers want to sell rarer pieces of VCA jewelry – like these Van Cleef and Arpels Flowerlace earrings – we get extra excited. Not only are…
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This week the streets of Paris are teeming with fashion industry figures from all over the world. They are getting a first hand glance at the haute couture fashions and accessories slated to hit the fashion world in the autumn and winter of 2014. The French maison of high end jewelry Van Cleef & Arpels,…
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It’s probably not a trend that’s going to sweep the country in any stellar way anytime soon, as even its designer admits. It’s also not, for men, what the “little black dress” is for women. Indeed, it may be more like the “bling” overdose experienced when a woman wearing jeans and flip flops out in…
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Everyone knows the one-time First Lady of France, Carla Bruni Sarkozy, started her career as a fashion model. Therefore, it comes as no surprise that she should end up the motivating muse to jewelry giant Bulgari. Still, you may find it stunning just how many pieces ended up in this breathtaking collection. As debuted at…
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Given the fact that Tiffany is one of the oldest and largest jewelry stores in the world, you would think that it would be impossible for an employee to successfully steal and resell $1.3 million worth of necklaces, bracelets, earrings and pendants from the company. However, Tiffany’s former vice president of product development Ingrid Lederhaas-Okun…
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You know that saying ‘three’s a trend’? Well in the wedding world, wedding balloons have far exceeded trend level – and not in a bad way. It seems like the hippest couples are incorporating balloons in their weddings in creative, romantic, and unique ways. Whether it’s a graphic punch, an alternative to flowers, a stylish…
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We love nail art. We love engagement rings. We love the pairing of nail art and engagement rings. So it’s high time for a follow up on our favorite game of mix and match. When engagement rings are so perfectly tailored to one’s personality, it only makes sense that your wedding day manicure would be…
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Chanel’s Camellias never disappoint. The captivatingly bright petals of these pink and orange beauties though? Mesmerizing. We simply cannot stop staring, and we’re well accustomed to the distracting beauty of Chanel fine jewelry and watches. This sorbet colored dream had us perusing our own showcases for a pink and orange fix. Luckily, our selection of…
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