A Blog by Assael
The broadening of fine jewellery horizons has been heavily influenced by fashion in recent years, and has resulted in a brighter, more technicolour interpretation of luxury for all of us: a huge array of gemstones, pearls and precious materials is now welcomed
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Sometimes the one thing that can take an outfit from trendy to timeless is the right accessory…especially the perfect jewel. It’s amazing how a strand of magnificent cultured pearls, for instance, can transform a Glenn plaid jacket, or how a pair of gem Sardinian coral earrings can elevate an animal print
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The brooch wafts in and out of fashion every few years, but this season it’s an official must-have, along with sister accessory, the silk scarf (I couldn’t be happier). Let’s take a look at these versatile accessories, worn separately or, better yet, together. Brooches and scarves will be huge for fall!
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Pink has long been hailed as the ultimate color of femininity, a pervasive part of gender in pop culture. But in the world of gem pearls, pink is anything but ubiquitous. A Natural Conch Pearl is an exceptional pink
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Those who know Assael for its unabashed love of pearls may be surprised at the brand’s latest infatuation: colored stones. That’s what was on offer at the upscale trade-only Couture jewelry show held at the Wynn Las Vegas Hotel from May 31 to June 4, where the brand unveiled
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It sounds logical that cultured pearls and natural coral—those precious gems from the sea—might go for a little dip once in a while. Not a good idea. As much as we all love wearing our good pearls and coral jewelry
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Many know Fiji for its tropical islands and an eponymous and pristine spring water source, but Christina Assael aims to familiarize Americans with the island nation’s most exotic export, its pearls.
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Nothing says summer like an all-white outfit. Whether it’s a Saint Tropez-style sundress or a structured linen suit, head-to-toe white exudes effortless polish (emphasis on effortless).
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The pearl obsessed are familiar with many different types of pearl – the perfectly round, both white and colorful pearls (golden, Tahitian), even uniquely shaped baroque pearls, but many are less familiar with Keshi pearls. What are they?
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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
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