Gleaming Things - Beautiful Jewelry

September 18th, 2008

chain mail for the modern woman

 Take a close look at this yellow gold necklace from Roberto Coin:

Now that’s how you take an ancient technology, designed to protect the wearer against swords - and turn it into a lovely, elegant piece of jewelry!
Of course, I don’t think they made suits of armor out of 18kt gold in the middle ages…
images: Saks […]

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August 25th, 2008

“Statement” necklace from Kendra Scott

I love the Art Deco stylings of this “Statement” necklace by Kendra Scott:

It’s created with 14k gold-filled wire, faceted blue quartz, yellow quartz & cognac quartz - and is available in two different colors, “Lagoon”, shown above and “Beach”:

Not the necklace for flip-flops and jeans… but for the right occasion - spectacular!
images: Nordstrom
Tags: black […]

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August 21st, 2008

Floral jewelry from Farrah Dragon

 I’ve fallen in love with Farrah Dragon’s line of eco-friendly sterling silver & gold jewelry!
The materials used to create the jewelry are all sourced from Earth-friendly mining cooperatives or are created from 100% recycled metal.  But the jewelry itself is what’s captivated me - the pieces look like they’re grown - not made.
See for yourself…
Silver […]

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August 13th, 2008

new jewelry collection from Jennifer Fisher Jewelry

 Jennifer Fisher Jewelry has just released a new collection of fine jewelry with a unique approach.  The collection is essentially ‘do it yourself” - you’re given a wide range of choices from different components and materials - and you get the design your own necklace.
Now for this necklace, you’d be able to choice the material […]

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July 24th, 2008

heavy metal by Devon Leigh

Now, I’ll admit - this is not a necklace for a timid woman.  This is a piece of jewelry you wear with panache!
And not to go grocery shopping in either…

This is the kind of necklace you wear to dazzle the room, or that special someone :-)
14 carat gold bib necklace with fresh water pearls & […]

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July 17th, 2008

Faberge egg charms

Bluefly is a great source for off-season shopping discounts on jewelry - you won’t get up-to-the-minute styles…  But if you’re willing to be patient, you can snag some fantastic deals, like 40% off this gold & enamel “Faberge Egg Charm” necklace by Grace Chan:

image: Bluefly
Tags: charms, faberge egg charm pendant by grace chan, gold jewelry, […]

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