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OH! It’s going to be a sparkling night on the red carpet

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The Oscar fever is on!!! Everyone nominated will be having butterflies in the stomach and they are also trying to make the night most memorable by wearing their best dress and jewelry (All eyes will be on them). We all know Oscars are the BIGGEST NIGHT in Hollywood and it is not just about Big Films! Big Stars!! It is also about BIG FASHION & JEWELRY!!!

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This is not the first red carpet event of the year! We already have the Golden Globes, SAG Awards BAFTA Awards etc where there was a long parade of women in glamorous gowns and expensive jewelry starting in January but the Oscars is the GRAND FINALE. So, as we all know the best is always saved for last so the night is definitely going to be spectacular!!!

The de rigueur as always is going to be the colorful gowns that show some skin and classical looks from Hollywood's Golden Age. Some usual show stoppers like Angelina Jolie will share the stage with new stars like Rooney Mara and Viola Davis.

Angelina Jolie, Rooney Mara and Viola Davis

Ask a designer and they will say just like designer Marc Bouwer that The Oscars are the biggest fashion show on the planet. It is because this event is relayed live and is seen by numerous people across the globe. Even the after the event is over it continues to be a part of discussion for some time to come with the snapshots of the red carpet jewelry and fashion appearing in various newspapers, magazines and now with technical advancement even on the Web and Mobile phones.

Expensive Jewelry at Oscar Award

As for Bouwer’s Oscar predictions it is going to be white ivory and even bright colors. While designer David Meister feels that bright colors will also be there as they may look more eye-catching in the photographs. But on the whole it is going to be a night where everyone wants to look beautiful, pretty and sexy.

Pear Tanzanite and Diamond Dangling Earrings Oval Sapphire and Diamond Border Ring

A jewelry expert and stylist, Michael O’Connor says that one of the main trends that we are expected to see in this edition of Oscars is bold colored gemstones. This trend has been seen throughout the award season red carpets. Even in the Nineties gemstone jewelry was very popular and the craze for these colored gems only increased with bigger diamonds on the red carpet. It is expected that the Tanzanite and diamond earrings as well as sapphire earrings may be a popular choice of the celebrities.

Round Diamond Curved Journey Earrings in 10k White Gold Round Diamond Dangling Earrings in 10k White Gold

The another prominent jewelry style that is going to be seen at the event is statement mega drop earrings, which is definitely the go-to trend for this year and is popping up everywhere. Expect these earrings to be large and practically touch the collarbone.

As for the wrist again there will be statement cuffs. Vintage designs with chunky cuff styles and geometric shapes will be popular. An interesting trend we might want to notice is diamond accented watches. Watches just aren’t for men anymore and the latest pieces for women will contain diamonds and delicate straps.

Square Angel Diamond Accented Watch Diamond Accented Round Watch Diamond Accented Beautiful Watch

We shouldn’t be seeing as many traditional square cufflinks. The trend now is for interesting patterns in different contemporary metals such as black titanium.

A rare 15th Century diamond crystal ring found

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A very rare 15th Century diamond and gold ring that was found in March 2008 by John Steven in South Leicestershire, England will soon go off for sale at Bonhams in London.

15th century diamond ring

Estimated to sell for about $24,000 to $32000, the ring features rough diamond. The auction house Bonhams bring light to the fact that diamond cutting was very rare 500 years ago. Diamonds are the hardest of the minerals, and thus cutting them requires great precision and special cutting tools, During that time not many craftsmen were known to use diamond cutting technique and tools.

The band of the ring is inscribed by Gothic script "amour mi tien" (love keep me).

Jean Ghika, Director of the Jewellery Department comments, "Bonhams is delighted to offer such a rare surviving 15th century diamond ring. It is a superb example of its type and was lying undiscovered for over five hundred years."

Bejeweled Mona Lisa!

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Now here’s an interesting piece of news. A Chinese Jewelry Collector has made a replica of Leonardo da Vinci’s ‘Mona Lisa’. And although this time too the replica is on canvas, only not with colors but with real gemstones.

The Jeweler has used 100,000 carats of jewelry in this art piece. Took him about 5 years to make this one of a kind jewelry painting and 30 years to collect gemstones for it.

100,000 carats Mona Lisa painiting

This bejeweled replica of the Mona Lisa is on display in a shopping Mall in Shenyang City, China.

Long Dangle Earrings shine at New York Fashion Week 2011

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New York Fashion Week just got over few days back and while every one is talking about the dressy gowns, fashion trends the year 2011, I just couldn’t help but notice the display of jewelry, especially in Oscar de la Renta Show. See for yourself..

Oscar de la Renta at New York Fashion 2011 Fall

So Long Dangle Earrings it seems is the Jewelry Trend for this season too :). Personally they are my favorite too, they never go wrong, especially if you have to dress up for some special occasion; put them on and they can even turn a boring outfit into a stunning one.

Fine Jewelry Brand Verdura is now Online

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Now here is something that every jewelry lover would love to look at. Verdura is a fine jewelry brand that was started by DUke Fulco di Verdura (1898 – 1978) a Sicilian Duke who started his career with none other than Coco Chanel. Coco Chanel hired him as a textile designer and later he went to become the head designer of her private and boutique collection of jewelry. Their collaboration led to the establishment of this legendary fine jewelry brand that adorned many royalties and celebrities since the early 20th Century.

Vintage wrapped heart brooch

The brand recently launched its new website that showcase a beautiful combination of their past and future. If you do visit their site, do read their ‘Our Story’ section, where they talk of the brands origin and evolution though the ages.

And for anyone who considers jewelry an art, do browse through their collection that has some of the most enthralling designs that you would come across, especially their vintage collection is simply superb.

How to wear Jewelry?

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Although we women love to wear jewelry, we many times forget that our jewelry is supposed to complement our looks, accentuate our features but not over power. It is important that we remember that and wear jewelry strictly as per the occasion or one can turn into a fashion disaster.

If worn correctly, jewelry has the power of turning even a simple casual outfit into absolutely chic one.

Below are some tips that would help you look stylish

Never Overdo. One of the most important things that one need to take care of while wearing jewelry is never to overdo. Jewelry can make you look gaudy if you overdo it. Don’t wear your jewelry as if you have to show off all that you have got.
Be Consistent. Be consistent with one jewelry look at a time. If you want to wear some big bold pendant, never wear some delicate earrings or rings with. If you want to go bold with your jewelry, then let that be theme of all jewelry pieces whether they be rings, earrings or bangles.
Don’t mismatch two styles. While you can mix-match your jewelry and wear it and this could be a pretty stunning idea. But, don’t try to mix two different styles, they just never work. Say if you are wearing a cocktail ring, then let that alone be the eye catcher. Wearing other small and delicate rings would only take away from its glamour.

Also when you want to wear multiple chains or necklaces, never wear a thin chain and a thick one together.

Huge Gold Nugget in Sierra

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A huge Gold nugget of approximately 100 troy ounce ( a bit over 3kgs) was recently found in Sierra. It is estimated to be worth $135,000 as per current gold prices but could even fetch prices till about $400,000 at the auction at which it will it will be sold in March. These kind of huge gold nuggets are prized and collected by Collectors all over the world.

These kind of nuggets are mostly found in Australia and are a rarity for California. Fred Holabird, who was the mining geologist of the concerned area said that this nugget was a part of an ancient riverbed and it took heavy equipments to remove gold from the rock.

Angara.com extends Special Offers on all jewelry products for Cyber Monday

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Angara.com, online leaders in gemstone and diamond jewelry has introduced many special deals for Cyber Monday.
The offer will only be valid on Cyber Monday itself, that is November 29th, 2010.

Get a gorgeous Amethyst pendant in silver worth $100.00 absolutely Free with every purchase of $249.00 or above.

Also Get a uber stylish Silk Jewelry Bag free with every purchase of $249.00 or above at Angara.com.

Angara.com is an online jewelry retailer that deals in diamond, sapphire, ruby, emerald and other gemstone jewelry. It also specializes in Customized Jewelry.
So, Get Set, Go Wild, Go Shopping!
Once again this special offer is only valid for one day, November 29th, 2010.

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Michael Jackson's Hair to be made into Diamonds

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If you thought diamonds are ultimately desirable, what would you say about those rare ones that are created from the very hair of pop icon Michael Jackson. Sadly, the man has scaled all possible heights of popularity post his death than when alive, and we cant help but remain glued to every bit of new update that is available about the legend.

The latest will definitely keep you reeling with shock. Now, you could actually have a part of this music genius captured in a forever diamond. Well yes, a Chicago based company is contemplating turning Michael Jacksons hair into diamonds. Do you recall the unfortunate Pepsi commercial shoot during which the King of Pop's hair caught fire way back in the eighties? While trying to extinguish the flames, a part of the star's hair was retrieved and preserved which is being turned into diamonds.

LifeGem, the company taking up this venture assures of ten sparkling diamonds but are yet to decide on the price. Interestingly, the procedure from charred hair to glittering diamonds would be accomplished by extracting carbon from the hair and and turning it into crystals which can in turn be processed into diamonds.

Interestingly, LifeGem claims to have transformed another music legend Beethoven's hair into diamonds as well, which sold for a whooping $240,000 each. Lets wait and watch the price tag attached to the diamonds churned out from Michael Jackson's hair.

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Fashion means – Clothes or Jewelry

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Fashion is not all about clothes; Jewelry too plays an important role

What would Angelina Jolie look like if she wouldn’t have worn emerald jewelry at Oscars? How would have Venus William’s blue kimono gown looked without the silver necklace at ESPY Awards? Do we ever think that how dull our clothing will be without any jewelry? Jewelry not only adds zing and glamour but also give an elegant look to the wearer. This very well verifies the importance of jewelry in the world of fashion. Not only clothes, but jewelry trends too change with time. From diamond jewelry to gemstones, silver to gold, every piece of jewelry is worn differently depending on one’s attire and choice.

When a piece of jewelry is well coordinated with the dress, it not only creates an impact but also looks classy. A pair of gemstone drop earrings and pendant when coordinated and worn with any color, looks simple and elegant. It’s just you who will have to decide, what suits your taste and blends well with what you wear. Also keeping things simple and graceful is in vogue nowadays so overdoing with your jewelry is a complete no no!!

Celine Dion and Yang Lan Launch Jewelry Line

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The sultry and svelte singing sensation Celine Dion has won many a hearts with her fabulous voice. She recently forayed into the glittering world of jewelry, having teamed up with yet another remarkable woman, Yang Lan, one of the most popular talk show hosts in China. The two talented and gorgeous ladies have come up with a whole new range of jewelry creations. Aren't all the pretty ladies out there glad that now there's a whole new range of jewelry to choose from, by those who epitomise style and luxury themselves.

Christie Brinkley’s new move – Jewelry!

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Christie Brinkley is coming up with a jewelry line ‘CeleBrate’ that is truly feminine. The hundred pieces in her jewelry line are quite versatile and can be sported in many different ways with any wardrobe be it a casual outfit or an evening w Christie -Brinkley ear. From classy gold peace signs glittering with diamonds to feminine floral motifs and elaborate, southwestern-style turquoise, the exceptional collection has a piece for every woman.

Her jewelry line spells imagination, ecstasy and confidence. It connects with today’s women and makes a good everyday wear. A part of Brinkley's collection has her initials on them for a personalized touch.

The jewelry is affordable and trendy that catches the eye of modern women. The glamorous collection oozes with her personality and charm. Darrell Ross, president and CEO of Ross-Simons, is pleased to be the exclusive retailer for The Christie Brinkley Jewelry line ‘CeleBrate’.

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Sapphire jewelry to match your mood

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No, this isn’t crazy. You can actually have your jewelry speak your mind. Check out how my jewelry expresses my moods.

When I am cheerful I prefer dangling earrings in dark blue sapphire with diamond accents or white sapphires. The pretty earrings brighten up my fac

e and bring more radiance to my smile. I wear light makeup to let the earrings be the focus.

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For a sophisticated look I prefer sapphires and white diamonds. I think nothing matches luxury better. Days when I feel like not dressing up at all sapphire studs do justice to my subtly elegant look.

So don’t just wear jewelry to match your dress, try and match your jewelry to your mood also. You’ll see the magic it does to your overall look.

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Oscar Celebrity with Jewelry

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Alicia Keys is certainly one of the bright spots on the red carpet, wearing an eye-catching shade of lilac, but the vintage 19th-century amethyst and diamond ring by Fred Leighton really makes the look rock.

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What age group buys the most jewels? - II

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When these teenage girls become youngsters, which is probably when they start preferring fine Gemstone jewelry over fashion jewelry. But the kind of jewelry this age group looks for is inexpensive and trendy. Again because girls in this age want to be fashion forward, they want a lot of jewelry. They prefer silver over gold, and even if it is gold they would look for the cheaper karats like 9K.

When this young girl graduates in to a working professional, her style becomes more sophisticated. She prefers fine jewelry over fashion jewelry. And since there are no major responsibilities at this age, she spends her income on herself which further means she buys a lot of jewelry, that to fine jewelry. The frequency and the amount of jewelry purchased may vary but the style remains until she gets to her middle age, say 50's. So this age group that ranges from 20 some things to 40 some things is the age group that buys the most jewelry. A woman in this age buys jewelry for herself, for her mother, for her daughter, for her friends, for her friends’ wedding, for her friends’ newborn and so on. For this age group jewelry is not just a prized possession but also the preferred gift for every occasion.

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Fashion in 2009

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There is nothing more constant than change. What can be more applicable to this rule than fashion and trends, that are constantly subject to changes. It's interesting how, at the beginning of every year, we fashion fanatics make a beeline for any information that we can lay hands on about what trends the new season will bring. Without building up the suspense anymore, let me share with you what styles 2009 has ushered in.

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Heart Shaped Ruby Ring for Valentine's Day

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Love mingled with passion is what a Valentine's gift should ideally embody. There is nothing that will please your sweetheart better, than a gift that is the mirror image of the feelings you nurture for her. A heart beautifully encapsulates the feelings of love and a piece of heart shaped jewelry would make a wonderful gift on Valentines. If you want to make this really special for her, let this be a ring, for there is no jewelry more romantic than a ring. If you're wondering what to fill the heart in the ring with, apart from your love thats it already is over-brimming with, a radiant red heart shaped ruby would be an excellent choice. Just imagine the look on her face when you slip this lovely heart shaped ruby ring on her finger. What can possibly equate to the joy you feel at having swept her heart away with you thoughtful and superb Valentine's gift, a stunning heart shaped ruby ring, that will forever remind her of the deep love you feel for her.