1.27.2012

Diamond in the rough ~



From the Greek word  "Adamas", comes "diamond".  The meaning?  Invincible.  The world's hardest known naturally occuring material.  Marginal allotments are filtered through the Diamond Trading Company making the diamond a rare commodity.  Fancy colors of pink, blue, green and red are more challenging to come by, and if you happen upon one, the price will ring a resounding blare!!!  No two stones are ever identical though carat weight, color and clarity may be the same. Typically given in the tradition of everlasting love, the diamond represents purity, innocence, and eternity.  No wonder they're a girl's best friend... unless, of course, you have a Yorkie ;)  

"If I have chosen diamonds, it is because they represent the highest value in the smallest volume. Eternal and unchanging...." Gabrielle CoCo Chanel

1.19.2012

Little Nikki

Welcome to the House of Harlow!  From Lionel's baby to inept reality star to sophisticated bohemian entrepeneur, our little Miss Richie has come a long way!  Talk about pulling it together ~ this little darling cleaned up her act and made way for a hugely successful clothing and accessory empire.  Her individual style paved the groundwork for an ecclectic mix of chic and funky. Easy, down to earth, wearable and affordable!! I like the way she's keeping it "real" ;) Good on ya Nic!

1.15.2012

Work it!


When you first see Elle in person, you get why they call her a "SuperModel".  Without a doubt one of the most naturally beautiful women alive!  Here she sparkles in Lorraine Schwartz at the Golden Globe Awards!


Red Carpet Stunner


Sofia Vergara in $5million bucks worth of Harry Winston! Gorgeousita mama!!  That's one HOT tamale!

1.13.2012

How does your gardenia grow?

The Gardenia Ring by Anna Hu.  The designer created this one of kind stunner to symbolize purity
and tenderness.  Red carpet ready on Hilary Swank!

1.11.2012

Rodkin' Roll

Edgy, medieval, romantic.  They all define the rocker chic style of Loree Rodkin!  With a celebrity list including Cher, Steven Tyler and Rihanna, she leads the industry in cutting edge design and demands a big ticket for her casual diamonds pieces.  Intended to be adorned with jeans and a t-shirt, Loree's pieces epitomize the L.A. lifestyle she and many of her clients live.  A trendy skull piece will set you back about $20k and a single bead bracelet a mere $4,500.  Better sell a few albums if you plan on buying these babies!

1.10.2012



Coco Chanel


1.09.2012

"Touch my body"... just don't touch the jewels!



Okay, if you've all been wondering when I'm going to dish on MC... well here it is.  The first time I met Mariah was privately in her rented Aspen home in 1998. Oddly, I was hired to be her good time girl. Don't get the wrong impression...  She simply needed a local gal to pal around with. It was her first visit to Aspen and I was the the all access girl for her to parties, shopping, dining, JEWELRY, and even her intro to the famed latin crooner Luis Miguel.  From there, the rest is history... she dated, she partied, she sang, she shopped.. in love, out of love, in love again. Glitter, Eminem, breakdown, MC2, Nick and now Roc n Roe. I've spent a few Christmas' with this Diva and I have to admit.. she IS a DIVA.  And rightfully so.  This chick could belt out something unimaginable at the drop of a hat.  Her voice was pure and always on.  To hear something that natural and that gifted, it's mind boggling that God could give any one person that much talent. Years flew by and every holiday MC's Christmas cd was blaring through the store. She had to have it. Always a scene, always a drama. Always entitled. She was indulgent by all accounts, though I'll give her this...  it was always to the benefit of others.  She generously opened her home to children, friends, family and staff. She lavished gifts and jewels on them and always considered them first. She rarely spoiled herself in diamonds, with only the occasional purchase as a treat. Nowadays, with Nick in tow, she sports a rock the size of Gibraltar! Most recently you'll find her personally inpired faux pieces on HSN. Here she's wearing a bracelet we custom made in oval diamonds, 23 carats... all collection goods, of course ;)
Vintage Swarovski

1.06.2012

Upsy-Daisy




Check out these gorgeous daisy cuffs from Erickson Beaman

1.04.2012




The pulse is pumping in St Barths!  The french really know how to live - and when you see this exclusive island, you can understand why.  Natural beauty alone is unsurpassed, but what makes this island uber sexy is the people. They know how to dress, or undress in this case (topless beaches) they are relaxed and free with their laissez faire approach. The food is spectacular, the style is chic, the homes are sensational.. the view is KILLER and the jewelry is Nialaya.  Its the choice for everyone on the island! Locals and tourists alike are all sporting the Dane's trendy diamond and bead bracelets ~ even Maks Chmerkovskiy from DWTS was rockin to the beats @ Nikki Beach in his Nialaya! Be sure to get yours at Testosterone in Aspen!