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Must-Have Styles for Summer 2018 | Just Add Jewelry
Caftans are having a moment…but then again they’ve been a go-to look among the glamour set for thousands of years (think Cleopatra…and Elizabeth Taylor playing Cleopatra). According to Lauren Santo Domingo’s high-fashion site, Moda Operandi: “Nothing says
Read MoreSardinian Coral – Insights into the Vermillion Jewelry Treasure from the Sea
Coral jewelry has been sought after since ancient times and is still very much in demand today. Join us as we dive into the mystery and magic of Sardinian coral.
Read MoreTop Fashion & Jewelry Trends from Fall/Winter 2023-24 Seasons
Shakespeare wrote that “summer’s lease hath all too short a date” and wow, was he right. The one good thing about summer’s imminent demise, however, is the joy of autumn dressing. The season ahead will be filled with empowering style and statement jewels. Get ready to break the rules, get pinned, own your power, and…
Read MoreFrequently Asked Questions about Pearls – Answers to Top Pearl Questions from the Experts at Assael
Pearls come in a wide variety of types, shapes, colors, and sizes. Similar to the diamond’s 4Cs, there are also various criteria for assessing the pearl. This can sometimes lead to questions and common misunderstandings about pearls. Here, we tap the experts at the Assael team to answer some of the most common questions that…
Read MoreTradition with a Twist – New York Bridal Fashion Week F/W 2023 Trends 
According to WeddingWire.com, October has replaced June as the most popular month for weddings. For those of us in New York, October is always all about bridal fashion. The recent New York Bridal Fashion Week (NYFBW) couture runway shows featured a slew of exciting new styles for brides-to-be in 2023. Probably the largest recurring theme…
Read MoreMet Gala Jewels 2022 – Pearls on Parade
The 2022 Met Gala in New York City on Monday was particularly colorful, from the exotic fashions reflecting the “Gilded Glamour” theme to the fabulous accessories, especially pearls. A multitude of white pearls and some smoky Tahitian pearls appeared on the Red Carpet at one of Fashion’s biggest nights. Here, we explore the lustrous pearls…
Read MoreGarden Party – Spring/Summer 2022 Fashion Trends
Much has been made of the “Dopamine Dressing” trend for Spring/Summer 2022 as we emerge from another winter of social isolation. Bright colors paint a pretty picture for the season ahead, like permissions slips from designers to feel good again. As we all start to thaw out in multiple ways, we look forward to gardening…
Read MoreTop Bridal Trends from NYFW Bridal Week
New York was abuzz with romance and innovation during New York Fashion Week’s Bridal Week in early October. For brides finally getting to celebrate in-person nuptials, there is a wealth of beauty and great design to choose from. Selecting the perfect jewelry for such exquisite gowns can be a delight, especially in the midst of…
Read MoreFashion Trends F/W 2021-22 The “Pearl Revolution” Continues
Fashion is alive with motion, Zoom-inspired magnitude and cool silhouettes even for winter looks, as designers predict a heat wave of haute couture style. Luckily, jewelry is a big part of the fun, especially pearls. The Pearl Revolution began a few years ago as younger generations continue to seek more sustainable products. Forbes said it…
Read MoreUnderstanding Precious Coral Jewelry
Today, from the more than 7,300 coral species, only 10 are considered precious coral by the fine jewelry industry, with the purest red Mediterranean Coral and the light pink Angel’s Skin Coral as probably the most popular in the world of fine jewelry.
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