Hundreds of Jewels Go Under Hammer at Sotheby’s London
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Sotheby’s always brings the best of luxury world and most of the auctions are incredibly elegant and classy. This time around, they have announced that more than hundred of the world’s most expensive and luxurious jewels would go under the hammer in London. Of course, you may not have lots of money but if you stay somewhere in London, make sure you go and get a glimpse of these wonderful jewels before they are bought by someone else.
The 100.17 carat necklace may cost hundreds of thousands of pounds where as there are also many other watches, rings, necklaces and other kinds of jewels. British philanthropist Patricia Kluge is auctioning off jewels worth £2.25 million, and she must really be using that money to donate to the needy.
There are diamond pendant ear clips which are expected to cost £530,000 and a diamond ring set which would cost £132,000. The Burmese ruby and diamond ring may fetch £1 million and the blue gem may fetch a sensational estimate price of £3.8million. There are also other jewels which are not part of the Kluge collection and you can check them out in London.Labels: Diamond-Jewelry
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Stuart Hughes Designs the World’s Most Expensive Belt, for Gucci
If you always wanted to live the life of a WAG, you need a lot of money and some trashy taste to begin with. Time to time, just because a few things are really expensive no matter how tasteless they are, I bring them to you so that you would know, how to be a successful WAG. For instance, here is what is being touted as the world’s most expensive belt by Gucci.
Gucci after all isn’t such a bad brand but this belt however expensive it might be, reeks of trashy taste that WAGs so love. It was designed by Stuart Hughes who has lately stopped making beautiful luxury goods and instead has switched over to pure expensive trash. The belt costs $250,000 and the Gucci logo is made of platinum. More info hereLabels: Most-Expensive
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Crystal Chandelier -- Swarovski
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
The Swarovski company has been around for well over a century. The company's crystal artistry has shone in such well-known residences as Buckingham Palace and the White House.
Swarovski manufactures with various types of crystal, including the world-renowned, exquisite Swarovski crystal.
Swarovski crystal is considered the finest crystal in the world today. Once you've experienced owning a Swarovski chandelier you'll undoubtedly understand why.
Its crystal is machine cut and polished to achieve perfect optical clarity, razor-sharp faceting and unique spectral brilliance.
eBay's largest Swarovski dealer Sam Miz of "globallighting18" says, "An invisible coating on each crystal makes it easier to clean and maintain its clarity and elegance.
"Swarovski crystals will accentuate your home with a spectacular rainbow effect."Labels: Crystal-Jewelry
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History of the Swarovski Brand
The Swarovski Company was founded in the late 19th Century when Daniel Swarovski invented an automatic cutting machine for crystal, and in 1895 established a crystal cutting factory in Austria. The birthplace of the factory was Wattens, which was chosen because local hydroelectricity made the energy-intensive process involved more cost-effective.
Today Wattens is home to the Swarovski museum which tells the story of the founder and the company's history and development right through to present day.
The Swarovski range includes jewelry, couture, crystal sculptures and miniatures, home décor and chandeliers. They also create crystal beads and promote other designers including these in their work. In order to maximize refraction and to give Swarovski its magnificent sparkle, the crystal contains around 32% lead. Some of the crystals are also coated in order to refract a rainbow spectrum.
All Swarovski sculptures are marked with a logo, this was originally an edelweiss flower but was replaced by the current swan logo in 1988.
Today all types of Swarovski crystal are hugely in demand as collectibles, and make a stunning display in any home, can be worn as vintage or contemporary jewelry or can be used as an investment piece as their popularity and value continues to rise.
To find out more about Swarovski crystal and beads please visit Crystal Collectibles and if you like this lens it would be great if you could rate it or favorite it.Labels: Crystal-Jewelry
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Diamond Wedding Jewelry 2010
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Fashion keeps getting stranger and stranger. Even wearing purple feathers as hair accessories is common these days (I confess. I own a feather headband or two). But when it comes to jewelry, many women opt for tried and true pieces. Diamond journey necklaces, diamond stud earrings and dainty diamond bracelets are the most common items found in a woman's jewelry box. These classic trends aren't going anywhere either. Tried and true jewelry pieces will continue to be popular throughout 2010.
This is because jewelry is a lasting purchase. So when men buy jewelry for women or women buy something for themselves, they don't want it to be a fickle fashion trend. No surprise then that diamond jewelry will continue to be a female's fav this year, but it does not mean there won't be twists. I am the diamond girl after all!
Although the majority of jewelry worn will stay within the classic category, women will also choose to accessorize with bold pieces. Jewelry is a tale of two cities after all. To achieve this bolder look, women will pile on the cuffs and bracelets. Like 2009, 2010 is all about making statements. Dangle-style earrings channel this more intense look and continue to be a top pick. From diamond drop earrings to gold hoops with diamonds, it's impossible to go wrong with a dangle.
Classic pieces will also be given a bolder look in 2010 by layering jewelry pieces together. This applies to everything from cocktail rings to necklaces. For a unique take on a classic diamond pendant necklace, wrap it around your wrist and transform it into a bracelet, for example. It's fashion forward and classic.
The sky is the limit when it comes to jewelry in 2010. Celestial-themed jewelry is a top pick. Stars and moons are infiltrating the jewelry scene, with diamonds popping up here and there amongst the celestial themes. Flower motifs will also continue to be worn this year, especially sprouting up this spring.
Black and white motifs persist in proving people like dichotomy in their designs. Darkened metals paired with diamonds make a bold statement, as do black diamonds paired with white metal. The color scheme ranges in everything from earrings to bracelets. That said, white on white is a hit too. Diamonds always work well with white gold. Cluster gemstones and diamonds also make their way in everything from necklaces to rings, generating a big look with a smaller price tag.
Textured metals are also a key trend as are antique-style pieces. Old or young, everyone likes jewelry that has a history. This trend ranges from overt antique-like (wearing a coin) to subtle antique-like (wearing a grandmother's diamond pendant necklace).
Although trends vary from person to person, it's safe to say that 2010 will stay classy when it comes to jewelry.Labels: Diamond-Jewelry
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Jewelry Trends 2010: Diamond Jewelry Excitement!
Every new year brings new styles, lines and trends in the world of jewelry. Many of which never see the light of day, but some go on to become wildly popular, even if only for a season or two. The key to deciphering what's hot and what's not is to marry your personal style with a fashion-forward design that speaks to who you are as an individual.Diamond jewelry allows you to do this in a way that many other accessories do not.
Here are 3 jewelry trends for 2010:
Customizable Diamond Charm Bracelet
Yes, charm bracelets have been around for quite some time now, so why would interest peak this year as opposed to any other? It's all about individuality. A charm bracelet out the box is nothing more than a manufacturer or designer telling you who they think you should be. The ability to customize a charm bracelet is you telling the world who you know you are. Diamond charms add a touch of elegance and luxury to a previously teen-driven jewelry trend.
Diamond Key Pendant
Last year, key jewelry made a big splash. This year, diamond key jewelry will make a bigger splash, especially during Valentine's Day 2010. The key, no pun intended, will be to find diamond keys that are uniquely designed with diamonds. Again, diamonds are what separate a luxurious key pendant from an average one. The higher the carat weight the more precious the pendant. Also, different gold colors will help make your key pendant standout from others. Look for pink gold key pendants as an alternative to the standard white or yellow gold.
Diamond Love Knot Jewelry
Another budding 2009 trend that is poised to be bigger in 2010 are diamond love knots. Again, the key is uniqueness. Look for love knot bangles and other items that you can buy as a set. Coordinating these jewelry items will give your look some versatility and set you apart from someone who dons just one piece. Different gold colors are another important part of this trend, and some designers are creating new styles of love knot jewelry that are very unique.
Work with these three trends for now and make sure you do plenty of homework. In a few weeks, you will want to start dropping some Valentine's Day gift hints to your significant other, so don't wait too long to start researching both online jewelry stores as well as your local jewelers. With any luck, you will find the perfect piece to add to your jewelry collection.Labels: Diamond-Jewelry
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Most Expensive Handbag - Diamond Forever by Chanel Classic Bag
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
Urban Satchel holds the title of being the most expensive purse. Chanel “Diamond Forever” Classic Bag came into picture which is priced at $261,000. Only thirteen of these pricey Chanel bags were created with only five available stateside. The alligator-skin bags featured clasps set with 334 diamond (3.56 carats) in the shape of Chanel’s trademark double-C logo. Eighteen-karat white gold was used to fashion both the clasp and the bag’s long shoulder straps. Stay tuned and find out which bag holds the title of being the world’s most expensive handbags.Labels: Most-Expensive
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