There were days when an iPod was a luxury product and plugging a pair of iPod headphones made a statement on one’s social class, then came Beats by Dre; headphones credited to rapper and music producer Dr. Dre that recently took the world of headphones by storm as a premium gadget given the many celebrity…
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Whenever you watch a red-carpet show that features celebrities showing off million-dollar necklaces, rings, and earrings, do you ever find yourself wondering how craftsmen took a small pile of gold, silver, diamonds, pearls, sapphires, rubies, and emeralds and then turned it into a piece of stunning jewelry? Perhaps it never crossed your mind, but if…
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Even though there are reports that the import sanctions on gemstones may be a thing of the past, President Obama has kept the ban on Burmese rubies, despite progress in the former Burma, now known as Republic of the Union of Myanmar. An executive order was signed by the President on Wednesday prohibiting the import…
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The leaves are changing colors, the air feels crisper and, suddenly, it’s time to bring your fall wardrobe out of hiding. Sweaters and autumn’s color palettes provide the perfect backdrop for layering on the seasons chunky trends. This is not the season for demure pieces. Fall 2013 jewelry trends are all about being bold and…
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Michael Krzemnicki, director of the Swiss Gemmological Institute (SSEF), is warning the jeweler trade about a new, artificial unstable resin coating that is damaging conch pearls when applied. The damage done to the pearls is devastating and practically irreversible. Upon examination of some contaminated pearls, Krzemnicki noticed that the pearls were covered with whitish crust.…
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New York Fashion Week is finally winding down – don’t get us wrong, we love watching the live feed of Oscar De La Renta’s show as much as the next fashion fiends, but at a certain point even we tire of seeing non-stop runway models in our Instagram, Pinterest and RSS feeds. And while we’ve…
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There is a reason why the phrase ‘diamonds are a girl’s best friend’ has stuck in American popular culture for decades now. It is commonly seen in many advertisements and most people seem to instantly understand the meaning behind the phrase. But some researchers are starting to suggest that it may have some deeper meanings…
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Fall is here (kind of) and we’re smitten with all things autumn. We’re currently into rose gold, whether it’s on an antique style engagement ring or a modern eternity band by Tiffany and Co. Nothing complements the warm rich tones of rose gold like a rich burgundy the color of fall leaves, and it just…
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Nail rings are all the rage this year. They were featured at Chanel’s Fall Haute Couture Fall 2013 event and have since become one of the most talked about new jewelry articles on the web. These rings are made using either white or yellow gold and often contain precious stones such as miniature diamonds. While…
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Marine watchmaker Ulysse Nardin recently unveiled its new limited edition marine timepiece, the Schooner chronograph. Revealed during this year’s America’s Cup Challenge in September, the Schooner chronograph was designed by skilled artisans as a tribute to the sailing vessel America — the schooner that inspired the beginning of the annual America’s Cup tradition in 1851.…
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It has recently been revealed that on a trip to Saudi Arabia, former United States Secretary of State Hillary Clinton received a half- million dollars worth of jewels from Saudi King, Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz. The Department of State recently stated that these gifts were received in 2012 during her visit. Jewelry From Saudi Arabia…
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Literature fans know that the myth of Paris as the City of Love is tres, tres, overrated. The symbolic heart of France has been portrayed as downright cruel and uncaring, and the setting for all sorts of lost loves and eventual lost lives. Remember the high body counts in “Les Miserables” or “The Hunchback of…
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The fashion world has become enamored with the pieces that have been unveiled by Ileana Makri recently. Though the company started small, they have quickly begun expanding in to new sectors of the fashion world. They don’t seem to show any signs of slowing down soon, so some people may want to take a good…
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As one of the biggest and oldest South Florida watch buyers and boutiques, we hear our more than our fair share of wacky stories from customers who want to sell and trade luxury watches. We hear all kinds of breakup stories, excuses and background gossip from our often hilarious clientele. We’re talking extremely creative binding…
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How much do you know about the sapphire? Let’s test your knowledge. Which of the following statements are true and which are false? 1. Most people think of sapphires as blue but there are also other color varieties 2. The sapphire is the birthstone of those born in July. 3 The word Sapphire comes from…
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