Hirotaka Inoue on Designing Pearls “With a Rebellious Twist”

When the Japanese jewelry designer Hirotaka Inoue introduced Gossamer, his debut jewelry collection, in 2010, pearls did not have the same cachet...

These Dainty Pearl Jewels Are Small But Mighty

The pearl is such a reliable and steadfast member of the jewelry world that often, it's taken for granted. In fact, it isn't until pearls are...

Hong Kong Pearl Recap: Where Did All the Chinese Buyers Go?

From Sept. 16 to 22, members of the pearl trade flocked to Jewellery & Gem World Hong Kong to buy and sell pearls of all sizes and qualities,...

13 Statement-Making Styles of the Season

1980s-style excess is alive and well this season. Rather than paying homage to the decade’s association with greed, however, jewelry designers...

Helen Molesworth’s New Book Mesmerizes Readers Across Gemstone History

Helen Molesworth has many qualifications to write about gemstones, whether it is her roles with leading auction houses or her academic background as...

Trendy Fashion Jewels That Retail for Less Than $500

We don’t have to remind you about the high cost of gold—it's been on such a run, earlier this month the spot price briefly passed a...

Britt’s Pick: Yoko London’s Cleopatra Flower Necklace

As someone making an effort to better live in the moment, I should be soaking in all the emeralds (my birthstone) so bountifully on display this...

Stock Up on These 5 Trends at JCK Las Vegas and Luxury

With the 2024 JCK Las Vegas and Luxury shows in sight, now is the time to take stock of the trends you’ll want to invest in. Below, we offer a...

Key Takeaways From 1stDibs’ First Jewelry Report

Since 2001, 1stDibs, an e-commerce site for high-end design and antiques, has earned a reputation as a place where would-be buyers can experience...

Unique Designs Acquires China Pearl

Unique Designs has acquired all the assets of China Pearl, the Los Angeles–based premium pearl distributor. (more…)