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Famous Diamonds: The Tiffany Yellow Diamond

Tiffany & Co. is famous for their diamonds, but did you know that there is an actual diamond that boasts the Tiffany name? The Tiffany Yellow Diamond has a very rich history and remains a very exclusive piece to-date. At the same time, it is still a gem that is wrought with controversy. Let’s dive right in and examine the stories behind what is still the largest and finest yellow diamond in the world.

In 1877 in the Kimberly Mines of South Africa, a huge yellow rock weighing just over 287 carat

Famous Diamonds: The Incomparable Diamond

The phrase ‘diamond in the rough’ perfectly describes the Incomparable Diamond. This diamond’s more than three decades of existence has seen it come from a small town in Congo and move across continents before it was lost to the world. Let’s delve a bit more into this beautiful gem’s long history, including where it rests today.

The Incomparable Diamond has one of the most incredible origin stories. The stone would have been lost to the world if not for a little African girl. In 1984, she was r

Famous Diamonds: Cullinan I & II

If you love diamonds and all their colorful history, then you definitely know about the Cullinan diamond. It is still, to date, the largest diamond ever mined. It was cut into 9 big stones and more than 90 smaller ones, making the parent stone one of the biggest earning diamonds to ever exist. Today, the two larger stones, Cullinan I and II, are among the most valuable of Britain’s crown jewels. Let’s take a closer look at this fascinating diamond.

The stone that became the Cullinan Diamond was

Famous Diamonds: The Golden Jubilee

Diamonds carry a lot of history. The most popular diamonds have often traversed continents, been integral in epic love stories, and have been part of some legendary feuds—or even deaths. A short sojourn into the history of any one of the famous diamonds of the world can provide more drama than any movie.

Since I love diamonds (and the interesting stories of all their drama), I am starting a blog series where I will be taking a closer look into the most popular diamonds of all time. To start wit

New Luxury Jewelry Brands You Should Know

When you think luxury, high-fashion jewelry, certain brands immediately come to mind. We all know Tiffany & Co. for its diamonds, Cartier for its watches, and Harry Winston for its colored gemstones. However, there are lesser-known fine jewelry designers that have a stellar record of making quality luxury pieces.

You should definitely know some of these brands before they become household names. This way you are sure to get some one-of-a-kind pieces that will catch eyes and spark conversations.

Maximalist Jewelry Trends

Every day, we go out displaying a piece of ourselves that we want people to notice and remember. Some do this through their outfits, others through their shoes, and still others who do it through their jewelry.

Maximalist jewelry allows you to show a glimpse of your complex self through the various pieces you wear. Since it is all a matter of personal taste and style, there is no ‘right’ way to be maximalist. However, it is possible to err when trying to keep up with this incoming jewelry trend

Minimalist Jewelry Trends

Minimalism is a jewelry trend whose popularity has only increased over the years. A lot of people enjoy wearing simple, uncomplicated jewelry pieces. If you work in a corporate environment, minimalist jewelry might be the only way to accessorize your work outfits.

Unfortunately, this jewelry style is often thought of as plain and boring. However, if done right, minimalist jewelry can be the very epitome of elegance. If this is the jewelry style that speaks to you, then it is important that you

Lasting Impressions

The internet is filled with advice on how to wear jewelry to match your outfit. This is because jewelry is often looked at as an accessory, something that complements your ensemble rather than an independent part that deserves its own spotlight. But let’s be honest, some jewelry pieces are too gorgeous to play second fiddle to an outfit, no matter how glamorous your clothing may be. Besides, some of us love our jewelry so much that we want others to see and appreciate it. So how can you make you

Glorious Mismatch: High-Fashion Accessory Incongruity

When it comes to jewelry, the rule of thumb has always been less is more. While mix and match clothing was all the rage a few years back, many people are still reluctant to employ this trend on their jewelry. However, there is a way to combine mismatched jewelry pieces and still exude that yearned-for effortlessly elegant, chic energy. Here is how you can pull off mismatched jewelry gloriously

The key to pulling off mix and match jewelry is to have pieces that complement rather than compete aga

2020 Jewelry Trends that Will Be a Big Hit in 2021

If you are anything like me, you stockpiled most of the runway jewelry pieces for 2020, ready to show up and show off (in a sophisticated way, of course). But then the Coronavirus hit, and aside from wearing one or two pieces to my local grocery store, all I could do with my 2020 collection is gaze at it yearningly, making silent promises that it will eventually see the sun. Fortunately, most of what we acquired in 2020 will carry over beautifully into the New Year. Without further ado, here are

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