Louis Vuitton Tribal Statement Necklace

For spring 2009, Louis Vuitton's gorgeous Tribal Statement Necklace. Available at Louis Vuitton stores

Going Platinum

The two buzz words you'll hear a lot in the upcoming months are a return to the "Timeless Classics" in the world of fashion -- (especially while the stock markets search for a reset button). And expect Jewelry purchases to add some of it's own extra "Bling, Bling" value in 2009.

The right Jewelry purchases, those that increase in value over time -- will also no doubt play heavily into those new purchases.

Since the dawn of time our precious metals has long been a safe haven during lean times. Enter that here-to-say popularity of platinum in the luxury fashion sectors.

W Magazine , Wedding Channel and Preciousplatinum.com have all recently touted the benefits of Platinum.

Just the facts, ma'am: A recent survey shows Platinum engagement rings and wedding bands, are usually the first choice for brides.

Because it's a pure and naturally white metal, unlike white gold that isn't really white, platinum will enhance the sparkle and brilliance of a diamond. Platinum won't fade or tarnish over time. Platinum holds stones more securely, which is why the world's most important diamonds are always set into platinum. Just ask the HOPE Diamond who has her set.

Chaumet Attrape Moi Collection

Chaumet's new collection named Attrape Moi is made using the same techniques used since their 1780 founding. The Attrape Moi collection is based on the spider theme with spiders or spider webs. The collection includes earrings, rings, necklaces, pendants and bracelets.

J. Crew jewelry line

J. Crew has launched a jewelry line, available at the J. Crew Collection store on Madison Avenue in New York City or online. The line is divided between Fashion and Fine. Fashion includes necklaces, bracelets, rings, earrings, and pins in prices from $25 - $228. Fine includes mostly pearl items -- earrings, bracelets, and necklaces -- in prices from $65 - $495.

Bounkit Mother of Pearl Necklace

Bounkit has created Mother-of-pearl for Vivre. The beads are strung delicately about the neck and fastened with an antiqued clasp of emerald-cut lemon quartz framed in faceted citrine, set in 24K gold plated brass. 16½" drop.

CHANEL JEWELRY

One of the most visible personalities of her era, Gabrielle Chanel invented a style synonymous with modernity and chic. What is perhaps less well known is that the ‘grand dame’ of 20th century fashion also worked with silver and diamonds to create an exceptional collection of the finest jewelry - a collection that is both classic and contemporary, in keeping with the tradition of one of the great names of the 20th century. In this volume, Chanel’s foray into the world of jewels is told.

Diamond Skull Ring

This striking 18 karat white gold and black rhodium ring features 75 diamonds (0.79ct), 228 brown diamonds (1.84ct) and 226 semi-precious stones (4.35ct). Lydia Courteille Collection' Diamond Skull Ring starts at €12,810

Philip Crangi For Vera Wang

Philip Crangi has teamed with Vera Wang for a new collection of baubles. Crangi has created chunky, oversize pieces, inspired by Wang’s personal collection of vintage gems for Fall 2008. It’s jewelry “on steroids,” Wang says.

Boucheron Chocolate Snake Necklace

Parisian jeweler Boucheron has teamed up with Parisian Chocolatier La Maison du Chocolat to create the Boucheron Chocolate Snake Necklace. The necklace is coated and decorated with real chocolate which covers the chocolate gold skeleton. The centerpiece of the necklace is the 20.08 carat brown tinted yellow diamond.

Tiffany & Co opens small store

Tiffany & Co. will open a small concept store in Glendale this fall, La TImes reports

The 2,600-square-foot space -- Tiffany's 46 existing stores average 7,100 square feet -- will open in October in the Americana at Brand, a retail and residential center under construction across from the Glendale Galleria shopping mall.

If the smaller-store concept succeeds, it could give Tiffany an opportunity to expand its U.S. store base to 170.

Enigma "lips" collection

Enigma has launched the "lips" collection . The collection includes a chic "lips bracelet" in Black with diamonds, white gold, and coral.

Chopard diamond broach

In February , Chopard will launch the Chopard titanium, spinel, conch pearl and diamond broach for $351,000,

800.CHOPARD.


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Louis Vuitton Inclusion Bracelet

Louis Vuitton's "Inclusion" bracelet in resin and golden brass for fall 2007

Lucca & Co Diamond Bracelets

Lucca & Co has launched a pair of Diamond Bracelets available for $38000, at vivre. The Lucca & Co Diamond Bracelets are richly detailed diamond cuffs covered with rose cut diamonds in Mughal style. Bezel set large stones; pave set smalls. Rose cut diamonds,

Angelo Figus necklace

A Bold Graphic Shapes Necklace from designer Angelo Figus. The discreet necklace features silver and stones in soft napa leather is part of Figus's lovely comeback collection.


£319

Isharya Large filigree cuff

Plated in 18k gold this pretty, ornate jewelry style is a great gift idea. The Isharya cuff has an ornate pattern in the middle with a thin solid trim and gap to slip onto wrist. $240.00

Chanel Bangle

From the Chanel Cruise 2007 Collection. Priced at 900 Euro this Chanel Bangle in metal features ornate glass.

Tiffany & Co plans smaller stores - Tiffany & Co. Collections

Tiffany & Co. plans to open 70 stores that are 2,000 square feet reports <span style="font-style:italic;">Luxist. The stores, titled Tiffany & Co. Collections will feature women's jewelry. The stores are aimed at the modern women who buy their own jewelry. Pieces will be priced from just under $100 to $15,000 and the first store is et to open next year.

Lucifer Vir Honestus Micro Chain

Lucifer Vir Honestus Micro Chain for $2,995.00
18k rose gold mixed micro chain, length 75cm

Rare blue diamond breaks world record

A flawless blue diamond, has sold for US$7.98 million at a Sotheby's auction in Hong Kong, making it the most expensive gemstone in the world, per carat, sold at auction, Reuters reports


Sotheby's said the buyer was "Moussaieff Jewellers" in London which has a reputation for acquiring extremely rare and costly gemstones. The seller was a private Asian collector.