K-Shaped Luxury: Trends to Help You Navigate Jewelry’s Split Market

In late July, I traveled to Louisville, Ky., to deliver a trends presentation at the IJO Louisville show (and, yes, sample some bourbon, of course!)....

At IJO Louisville, Color Takes Center Stage

At the Independent Jewelers Organization (IJO) Louisville show in late July, colored stone vendors serving independent retailers doubled down on the...

Britt’s Pick: Di Volpe’s Velocità Tennis Bracelet

The Velocità tennis bracelet from Dubai-based Di Volpe is another compelling example of the tennis bracelet's ongoing evolution. Crafted in 18k...

Q&A: Swarovski’s Sindhu Culas on Divas, Gen Z, and Diamond Fun

Sindhu Culas (pictured), who became Swarovski’s North American president in January, says if you want to know where the brand is headed, look at...

Natalie O.’s Café Society Is an Ode to Icons of the 1920s

Long Island, N.Y.–based jewelry brand Natalie O. explores the legacy of the 1920s—a glamorous, rebellious decade when women redefined what it...

How Zendaya Turned Her ‘Spider-Man’ Tour Into a Jewelry Moment

During her Spider-Man press and premiere events, Zendaya caught the jewelry-watching world in her web with pieces that were as clever as they were...

Cord Necklaces Are Having a Moment

Cord necklaces—in leather, rubber, velvet, or silk—were ubiquitous at the Las Vegas jewelry shows. The rationale seemed obvious: Designers...

A Curator’s Take on the Vegas Shows

You might describe Rosena Sammi as a professional juggler. Not only is she the founder of The Jewelry Edit, a fine fashion jewelry e-tailer...

Jewels From My Inbox: July 2026 Edition

Chalk it up to the slow rhythm of summer—long days and lingering sunlight—but July always seems to stretch on. (more…)

Britt’s Pick: The Endear By S Follow Your Heart Necklace

Not to be too on the nose, but the first word that came to mind when I saw this necklace was endearing. (more…)