Kerrie Yeung is a jewelry designer from New York City. Her classic designs are perfect for everyday wear, yet modern enough for a special occasion. Growing up in New York City, she studied Jewelry and Metalsmithing at the Rhode Island School of Design, and now creates simple, organic, yet timeless jewelry for men and women.…
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We love Ceylon sapphires. The bright, rich blue hue is unlike any other gemstone, skewing cornflower in some lights and vibrant cerulean in others with the prettiest hint of lavender. These rare, impeccably high quality stones from Sri Lanka are renowned for their remarkable clarity. We adore them, so when we spotted a big, cushion…
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Ah, if only the falcon headdress worn by Elizabeth Taylor in the 1963 for the movie, Cleopatra could talk. What tales it would tell about how she fell madly in love with her co-star and soon to be two-time husband Richard Burton (Notice we said two-time, not two-timing. That would be a whole different story.)…
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Everyone has heard of, and most likely seen, flasks that are meant to help individuals sneak alcohol into places where it is banned. Though these soft flasks, or concealed flasks are meant to be virtually undetectable to the naked eye, they are often cumbersome for those that do not have large pockets, can be hard…
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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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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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Following trends may not be everyone’s cup of tea but there is one trend that is universally flattering, easy to pull off, and super fun for summer, arm cuffs. Cuffs come in all shapes, sizes, designs, colors, and materials and can add instant interest to just about any outfit. With the simple addition of a…
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Ever since the first sleekly designed iMacs were rolled out in August of 1998, Apple, Inc has been wowing us with one techie product after another. There was the iPod, iPad, iPhone and the iMac. The list goes on and on. The newest Apple gadget to be released will be a wearable one. Somewhere along…
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Luxury watches aren’t cheap, but most can’t boast a million-plus price tag, no matter how fabulously detailed, high-tech or ancient they are. But, The Stephen S. Palmer Patek Phillipe Grand Complication not only sold well over it’s expected $1.5 million bid, garnering instead $2.25 million, but also it broke every record for a purchased watch…
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Diamonds are a girl’s best friend. A 164 carat D color diamond was found at the Main pipe, on April 30th, worth an estimated $9 million dollars. The breakdown of the diamond puts each carat at $54,911. Unfortunately they didn’t choose to sell diamonds Boca Raton most certainly would have loved to us, but was…
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Mauro Felter is an Italian artist that draws his inspiration from the beauty of the valley in Northern Italy of which he is a native. He has imparted that inspiration into his designer jewelry collections for a rugged, earthy look. Vallecamonia is the valley between the Concarena and the Pizzo Badile mountains where ancient nomads…
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This tradition of unity has the couple literally jumping over a broom that is laid on the floor. The jumping of the broom may come after the exchanging of the wedding rings, a short prayer, poem or even a song. It is said to represent the joining of families and the sweeping out of the…
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Nikki Reed’s new jewelry line was launched in collaboration with fashion brand 7 For All Mankind on May 7, 2013, in the town of Troy, Michigan. Reed’s inspiration for this new line of jewelry was her love for her husband Paul McDonald, a singer made famous on American Idol. The 24-year old Reed has turned…
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A wedding surprise is a fun way to add an element of the unexpected to your big day. Everyone knows there will be I Do’s, an exchange of rings, of vows, and of smooches. Your guests can probably bet that there will be certain expected elements at your reception (they’re hoping an open bar is…
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Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands abdicated her throne last night in favor of her son, but before she left the regency behind she threw one heck of a ball. We don’t know about you, but in our opinion there aren’t nearly enough opportunities to wear tiaras. So when we get to live vicariously through the…
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This is your big moment. Your best friend is rocking a sparkly engagement ring from a man who adores, supports and encourages her in every way. Now, the pressure is on her to make the wedding unforgettable, but the pressure is on you, best friend and maid of honor, to give her an exceptional and…
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If you are a person who enjoys following tradition then don’t forget about the bouquet toss at your wedding. This is a fun tradition that all of those unmarried ladies have a lot of fun with. Even young girls get involved in this at weddings, which is especially exciting for them. The wedding bouquet toss…
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While much of the nation is suffering from unseasonably cold weather, Rolex and the St. Thomas Yacht Club will proudly be hosting the 40th annual International Rolex Regatta. Those that have been here in the past know about the excitement and camaraderie of this event. Those attending for the first time will swear on coming…
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For the second time in recent years, Hublot watches and the popular band Depeche Mode is joining forces for a charitable cause. In 2010, the band and the brand worked together to raise funds for the Teenage Cancer Trust. Depeche Mode did a benefit performance at London’s Royal Albert Hall. Hublot auctioned off 12 of…
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It’s no secret we’re all about luxury for less. Where else can you get authentic Cartier Love bangles on sale? Where else can you find the largest selection of pre owned luxury watches? Where else will you find names like Tiffany & Co., Bvlgari and Van Cleef and Arpels? And where else will you find…
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Last night we tuned in to the longest red carpet/Oscars in history! At least that’s how it felt. While we had our fellow jewelry lovers to Twitter commiserate with, we were left wondering, constantly, where the star power was. Where were the era-defining gowns? Where was the spark? Where were Angelina and Brad? And once…
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The awards show we’ve all been waiting for will finally arrive on Sunday! We’re ready to live tweet the red carpet, along with our fellow eagle-eyed celebrity jewelry spotters. A few predictions are practically a given: Ryan won’t ask who the jewelry designers are, there will be plenty of nude gowns, lots of mermaid silhouettes,…
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It was like something out of a Hollywood movie; armed robbers disguised as policeman with split-second timing broke through a security barrier and stole more than $50 million in precious diamonds from a plane in the Brussels airport within minutes of takeoff. Fans of “The Italian Job”, or the fictional inspector Jacques Clueso would have…
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Bon Fat Tuesday! We might not be downing jambalaya and king cake in NoLa, but we’re celebrating in spirit here in our Boca Raton jewelry store! Mardi Gras gives us the perfect opportunity to indulge, but we’re skipping the calorie blitz and splurging on our true guilty pleasure: luxury jewels! Of course, a great piece…
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Readers, this awards season may go down in history as the most boring ever. From a snoozefest at the SAG Awards, to the relative lack of bling at the Golden Globes, the celebs on the red carper just aren’t scratching our itch for major jewelry. Where are the diamonds (and no, we don’t mean studs)?…
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Florence Welsh’s Distinctive Style Expressed In Jewelry Design Florence Welch can switch from rocker leather look to flowing flower child look with ease. This may turn out to be the wow-factor that will set her new jewelry line apart from all the rest. Florence has joined the bandwagon of celebrities that start their own fashion…
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Darling brides, we know how hard you’re working to plan your wedding. The moment you slipped that gorgeous engagement ring on your finger, you’ve been the queen of the spreadsheet, the master of your budget tool, the empress of your wedding binder. You’ve trimmed your guest list within an inch of its life, you’ve negotiated…
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Extreme Sports, Luxury Watches Whatever your sport of choice–there is a dependable luxury watch to meet your needs. Whether you’re into extreme white water rafting, heli-skiing, skydiving, windsurfing or free running, many luxury watch manufacturers have considered your lifestyle before designing some of the most extreme watches in the world. White water rafting can be…
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Introducing: Groom Advice from The Plunge On Wedding Wednesday, we tend to cater more towards our brides. It’s simply because most grooms aren’t scouring the internet for perfect wedding hair or ideas for asking bridesmaids (um, groomsmen). But grooms do sometimes want to be involved in planning their wedding. And brides want need their groom…
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Ladies Patek Philippe Launches Microsite Legendary Swiss watchmaker Patek Philippe launched a microsite over the holiday season as part of its ad campaign targeted towards women. Patek Philippe actually has quite a long history of luxury watches for women, but the campaign represents a renewed focus on high-quality timepieces for women. The ladies Patek Philippe…
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Florida is home to more golf courses per capita than any other state in the country, and any other place on earth. With professional golfers and a slew of amateurs, you’re bound to hit the links in South Florida at some point or another. This will guide you through the best courses in South Florida…
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Rider Strong Proposes! The titular “boy” in “Boy Meets World” always had his heart set on Topanga Lawrence. This was fine with many fans because Shawn Hunter was the bad boy who interested teen girls every Friday. You may have fallen in love with the rebellious youngster, but Rider Strong gave his girlfriend Alexandra Barreto…
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The holidays are upon us! If you’re looking for last minute gifts for a loved one—look no further. Raymond Lee Jewelers offers a wide array of vintage watches—perfect to pair with a smooth, delicious aged scotch. Following are some great suggestions for vintage watches and aged scotches that make up a perfect last minute gift…
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They say diamonds last forever. Well now a Pennsylvania company is creating a way for you to have your dog stay with you forever, or at least a part of your pooch. You see, DNA2Diamonds creates man-made, manufactured diamonds in part, using the hair or ashes of your departed dog. The company says their manufactured…
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Classy men love classy watches—and classy cars. How about a watch to match your ride? When status quo is on the line in the world of luxury cars, you’re no one until you have a watch to match your upper-echelon status. Check out the fully redesigned 2013 Mitsubishi Evolution XI. Incorporating some of the vehicles…
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We share why colored wedding dresses are an I DON’T in our series: I Do/ I Don’t, where we split the pros and cons between the hottest wedding trends. Readers, you know we love a bride who isn’t afraid to step outside the typical box! Whether you want to surprise your guests with a unique…
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Nikki Sixx, best known from his gnarly bass-riffs from American rock band Motley Crue, recently proposed to his girlfriend, Courtney Bingham, with a whopping 6 carat engagement ring. “TMZ reports the stone is six carats and the epic proposal went down while the two were vacationing in St. Barts this weekend. Apparently Mr. Sixx took…
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We share why eloping is an I DO in our series: I Do/ I Don’t, where we split the pros and cons between the hottest wedding trends. Even in the 21st Century, little girls dream of their storybook weddings. While we’re constantly driven by the need for cash, retirement funds, nest eggs, housing, cars, children,…
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We share why Eloping vs. a Traditional wedding is an I DON’T in our series: I Do/ I Don’t, where we split the pros and cons between the hottest wedding trends. Inevitably during the wedding process, you will put down the venue pamphlet/vendor contract/guest list, look at your partner and say “Let’s just elope.” Elopement…
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December 5, 2012 Sotheby’s will auction off jewels that once belonged to Estee Lauder and her daughter- in- law Evelyn Lauder to benefit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation in a stellar event titled “Magnificent Jewels.” The women’s jewels will continue with a cause first brought to fruition by Evelyn Lauder in 1993, when she created…
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We share why a wedding planner is an I DON’T in our series: I Do/ I Don’t, where we split the pros and cons between the hottest wedding trends. After you set a wedding budget, it seems like in a blink of an eye, it’s gone. Large expenses like your venue and catering, photographer, florist…
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Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake tied the knot last week in what was described as a ‘romantic, Southern Italian wedding.’ “It was a total fantasy experience,” Jessica Biel told People Magazine in a recent interview. The release of the People Magazine photos revealed an interesting wedding detail: Jessica Biel didn’t wear white to the wedding!…
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Most luxury watch owners likely won’t use their timepiece to check spring and neap tides but it was precisely the need for an accurate tidal chronometer that led Ira Krieger to design his first watch. A rising tide prevented Krieger’s family boat from passing under a bridge and, realizing the need for a watch that…
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Disney theme parks are some of the most magical places on the face of the earth. While many people visit Disney when they’re young, it’s often common not to go back until you have children of your own. Some people had other things in mind while planning some of the most notable Disney engagements ever…
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While their hush hush engagement may have been thwarted by a well-meaning jeweler, their wedding surprise went off without a hitch (besides theirs!) Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel married today in a private ceremony at the Borgo Egnazia resort in the southern Italian city of Puglia in front of their nearest and dearest. According to…
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