Fashion Trends

• Fashion and Jewelry Are Not Forever

  By Tim Malone, November 1, 2009
  When De Beers proclaimed "A diamond is forever," the strategy helped diamonds withstand economic pressures, changes in social attitudes, and the promotion of competitive luxury products. But forever is not so fashionable in jewelry—and that's a good thing. It isn't even so fashionable in furniture anymore.  More

• Uwe D. Schlappner

  Jennifer Heebner, November 1, 2009
  LOCATION AND CONTACT Grace by Schlappner Jewellery, Bensheim-Auerbach, Germany; (49-6251) 985-8880; www.gracejewellery.de. SIGNATURE STYLE AND INSPIRATION Modern interpretations of classic styles coupled with technical innovations, in 18k gold, platinum, and diamonds. Inspiration comes from architecture and nature and the hunt for balance of sizes and shapes in finished pieces.  More

• From the JCKonline.com Blogs

  Jennifer Heebner, November 1, 2009
  At the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards, hoop earrings took the spotlight, while pear-shape drops and earrings with leaf- and waterfall-like effects ruled at the 2009 Primetime Emmy Awards. The usual suspects—Fred Leighton, Neil Lane, Chopard, among others—dressed most of the celebs, while a handful of other designers (Siera) managed to place a jewel or two on a star.  More

• For A Good Cause

  By Jennifer Heebner, November 1, 2009
  Eighteen rings in The Stars of Africa collection feature floating diamonds—stones that float freely in silicone fluid inside natural sapphire domes, like "snowflakes" inside a snow globe. All are set in 18k yellow, white, or rose gold and range in price from $4,950 to $7,900. The collection is part of ROYAL ASSCHERs Stars of Africa initiative, which raises money for health care, education...  More

• Most Wanted

  By Jennifer Heebner, November 1, 2009
  I love the tiny stones, colors, and mix of cuts. The lone pearl off the clasp (not shown) is positioned to trail elegantly down a back, while the entire composition in the front is ideal for punctuating a plunging neckline. The barely visible ruby and black diamond chips in the chain perfectly complete the piece.  More

• UPDATED: Scott Kay, Spectore, and Carpenter Technology Unveil BioBlu 27

  Jennifer Heebner, Senior Editor, October 29, 2009
  An unlikely alliance formed between a jewelry designer, a metal maker, and a fabricator has produced a brand-new white metal that is more durable than tungsten carbide and costs a fraction of the price of platinum.  More

• The Go-Getter

  By Jennifer Heebner, Senior Editor, September 1, 2009
  My whole drive in life was based on how I could get to live out those [kinds of] experiences,” Brodie told JCK during her photo shoot for this article (which started, at Brodie's request, several hours later than typical JCK shoots). Even with a reprieve, though, Brodie arrived nearly 40 minutes late; she'd been on the phone with her agent, declining a spot on The Real Housewives of New Y...  More

• At Last

  September 1, 2009
  WHO IS YOUR FAVORITE JEWELRY DESIGNER? My favorite new designer is Nina Basharova. She has a unique sensibility—witty, classic, fun, and vibrant—that is reflected in her jewelry. It speaks to many contemporary women, including me. I love her Barbed Wire collection. WHAT IS YOUR FIRST MEMORY OF JEWELRY? A delicately wrought silver and amethyst pendant I bought in Nova Scotia when I...  More

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