Designer Spotlight – Van Cleef & Arpels

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Aug 112008
 
Van Cleef & Arpels  In the world of this legendary French jeweler, the most whimsical touches  are pulled off with virtuosity. Case in point: The Zip, a diamond stunner from the thirties, takes the form of a zipper—and actually works.  Chinoiserie-style earrings have Art Deco touches, while sweet bracelets evokes love, luck and nature with hearts, clovers and butterflies. Celebrity fans of this famed jeweler include Leighton Meister (at left), Jessica  Alba, Scarlett Johansson and Julia Roberts.

Learn more about the jeweler at vancleef-arpels.com.
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Designer Spotlight – Erica Courtney

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Aug 112008
 
Erica Courtney  “My jewelry is modern baroque,” says the L.A.-based designer whose intense love affair with jewelry is embodied in her collection. “People realize that the flamboyance is meant to be fun. If you buy  a piece you really love, and no matter how outlandish or traditional it is, you will wear it all the time.” Celeb fans include Sandra Bullock, Eva Longoria, Ashley Judd and Jessica Alba (at left).

Learn more about the jeweler at ericacourtney.com.
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Designer Spotlight – Jamie Wolf

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Aug 102008
 
Jamie Wolf”I love feminine, intricate patterns,” says New York-based jewelry designer Jamie Wolf. “I believe that femininity is timeless, and  that beauty is often found in the finest details.” Influenced by her career as ballet dancer, Wolf infuses her delicate aesthetic into  each of her rose, yellow, and white gold pieces. No wonder stars like Jessica Alba, Jessica Biel (at left), Penelope Cruz and Hayden Panettiere are fans.

Learn more about the jeweler at jamiewolf.com.
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