As one of the latest additions to an evolving cast of characters in the Twilight movie franchise, Julia Jones will surely be a household name in short time.  Taking on the role of Leah Clearwater, the sole female werewolf in the pack, Julia is joining one of the hottest and most obsessed-over movie casts in cinema history.  Julia brings her own brand of gorgeous to a group of young actors that is already endowed with an overabundance of sex appeal.

The October 26th issue of OK! magazine features an interview with this talented and fortunate actress.  Discussing the relationship dynamics between cast members both on screen and off, Julia notes that the group is “constantly joking around and having fun.”  Her enthusiasm for the project is clear.

Along with donning stylish designs from the likes of Calvin Klein and Jimmy Choo, Julia models a pair of rings from jewelry designer H.Stern in the article’s photo spread.  Both rings are bold and display H.Stern’s unmistakable style.  The “Celtic Dunes” design is crafted in radiant 18k cold with a serpentine curvature and hand-rendered finish.  Her “DVF Power” ring is also crafted in 18k yellow gold with a massive rock crystal gemstone that absolutely screams fashion.

Though New Moon will be released in theatres worldwide very shortly, Eclipse has just begun production and anxious fans will have to be patient while they wait to see Julia’s contribution to this ongoing saga.

Marco Bicego’s jewelry creations are famous the world over for their superb quality, not just in terms of materials and craftsmanship, but also for the designer’s impeccable vision.  Representing the perfect combination of luxury, fashion and a playful spirit, Marco Bicego’s jewelry creations are the quintessential fashion accessory.  With his latest collection entitled “Jaipur”, Marco Bicego continues his tradition of gold and gemstone craft creating effortless every-day luxury.

The “Jaipur” jewelry collection from Marco Bicego is an animated combination of vibrant gemstones, hand-chiseled 18k gold and festive design.  As the namesake of the collection, Jaipur is also the source location for the lovely gemstones which are incorporated into this handsome collection.  Each of the carefully bezel set semi-precious gems is unique in terms of shape, size and hue.  The organic look of these glowing gemstones is accentuated by matching 18k gold disk links which are individually hand-finished in a radiant brushed style.

While the “Jaipur” jewelry collection rests very comfortably amongst Marco Bicego’s other creations, it also represents a more primal and distilled style which effectively conveys the designer’s passion for adornment.  In a sense, this collection seems to show Marco Bicego reaching back through time to grasp at a bygone simplicity and elegance in design.  What emerges is a gemstone jewelry collection that is elementally beautiful and effortlessly fashionable. Bravo Mr. Bicego!

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Marco Bicego is one of our favorite and most successful jewelry brands here at Lussori.  In a very short time, this talented designer has climbed to the top of the fashion jewelry world with designs that are fun, vibrant and comfortable.  From his “Paradise” collection of multi-colored semi-precious gemstone beads to his “Marrakech” gold and diamond creations, Marco Bicego’s jewelry is superbly conceived and crafted.

Recent additions to our inventory highlight just how striking and gorgeous Mr. Bicego’s gemstone jewelry creations are. From the “Confetti” collection, we have glowing gemstone drop earrings with amethyst or yellow quartz, and an amethyst necklace to match. These cabochon gems radiate rich gemstone color which is perfectly complimented by the hand finished 18k gold mountings.

From the “Jaipur” collection we have a lovely necklace featuring bezel set gemstones.  Each gem is spaced from the next by a length of 18k gold chain and a hand-finished gold bead.  Along with this dazzling piece we have new “Paradise” collection designs which show off an assortment of multi-colored semi-precious gemstone beads and 18k gold beads.

Each of these beautiful pieces shows off Marco Bicego’s superb eye for color and design.  With prices starting at just $280, there is sure to be something to fit your budget and your wardrobe.

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Marco Bicego is a bonafide star of designer jewelry, and for good reason.  Despite the overabundance of Italian jewelry brands, this young artisan has managed to forge a style and image that is fresh, fashionable and very comfortable.  As one of our premiere jewelry brands, Marco Bicego is an essential component in our mix of designers.  Recent additions to our Marco Bicego inventory include some truly dazzling diamond and gold pieces in a wide range of styles and prices.

We have new designs from the “Siviglia”, “Goa”, “Teatro” and “Confetti” collections.  Many of these pieces displays glistening white diamonds set in hand finish 18k white and/or yellow gold.  For earrings, we have everything from innovative hoops and studs to drops and dangles.  To compliment these earring designs we also have elegant bracelets and necklaces, all with gorgeous hand-rendered finishes and superb materials.

Whether you are looking for white gold, yellow gold or two-tone, we have something perfect for you.  With prices starting at just $500, this collection represents an easy way to spice up your jewelry wardrobe without going broke.

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Jane Taylor’s luscious gemstone jewelry creations are wonders of craftsmanship and inspired design.  Amongst her broad and electrifying palette of colors are crystalline semi-precious gemstones often paired in vibrant and zesty combinations.  With recent creations that are dead on the mark for this year’s fall color trends, [tag]Jane Taylor[tag] is set to be one of the season’s hot jewelry designers.

Pictured here is a sassy pair of dangle earrings crafted in 18k rose gold and displaying smoky quartz with gorgeous rubellite tourmaline.  The fuchsia colored rubellite is perfectly balanced with the smoky brown hue of the quartz and the rose gold ties it all together seamlessly.  The elongated pear shaped quartz stones dangle freely allowing the gems to catch light and sparkle.  A truly awesome pair of gemstone dangles!

Another color trend that is ramping up this fall is yellow.  This playful lemon quartz ring is a fun and easy choice which represents a real value at $1,620.  The simple 18k gold prong setting allows this exceptional gemstone to take center-stage with dazzle.

With countless other gemstones to choose from, these Jane Taylor designs represent the tip of the iceberg with this exciting designer.  Browse our Jane Taylor Jewelry collection to see what other treasures await you, and if you don’t see what you’re looking for, let us know – chances are we can persuade Jane to make it for you.

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Last night’s 2009 Emmy Awards show was as much a showcase for dazzling jewelry as it was a display of Hollywood’s abundant acting talent.  Despite the usual mishmash of outfits that ran the gamut from elegant and sexy to frumpy and ridiculous, the jewelry was generally tasteful.  As countless glowing stars sauntered down the red carpet, the cameras were flashing and the diamonds sparkling.  Trends included drop and dangle earrings, cuff bracelets and cocktail rings.

As a perennial favorite of red carpet events, H.Stern was bound to pop up, and indeed the brand was not missing from the festivities.  Jennifer Love Hewitt, star of “Ghost Whisperer” wore a gorgeous suite of [tag]H.Stern[tag/] jewelry including Stern Brilliant earrings and a Nature collection ring.  Crafted in 18k rose gold the ring was bold and beautiful set with pave diamonds.  The stunning earrings were a chandelier triple dangle design with copious sizable round diamonds.

H.Stern is one of the world’s most revered and recognized designer jewelry brands. With a staggering roster of celebrity clients, this superlative jewelry house is impossible to miss at any of tinseltown’s high profile events.

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Dino Modolo is a man with a very distinctive design aesthetic.  Rarely does a jewelry designer bring such a singular and complete style to life as is the case with Di Modolo jewelry.  It is likely the effect of many years spent in the insular and obsessive universe of watch making which provided Dino with the skills and technique that gave birth to one of the most exciting designer jewelry brands the world has seen in recent years.

It is the unique combination of precision, passion and creative genius which makes Di Modolo’s jewelry designs so captivating.  Each of this brand’s stunning collections is based around a particular motif that carries through the designs.  As the brand has evolved, so too have the collections with motif’s going through subtle transformations. An example of this evolution would be the “Triadra” collection’s distinctive link design which has been elongated and twisted in newer pieces.

Like iconic jewelry designers such as Chopard, Dino Modolo begins with simple and elegant concepts for his collections which are then expanded upon and enhanced through subtle manipulations.  This provides collectors with an anchor and continuity as they grow their Di Modolo jewelry wardrobe.

Despite the wealth of semi-precious gemstone jewelry that congests the cases of retail jewelry stores and websites, it’s surprisingly difficult to find tasteful and well crafted semi-precious jewelry designs.  Perhaps due to the fact that semi-precious gemstones are more common and less costly than their precious counterparts, these gemstones are often regarded as second-tier.  Following from this, many jewelers choose to use lesser quality semi-precious gems and utilize them in mass-produced designs.

Jane Taylor is one designer who bucks this trend by creating truly extraordinary semi-precious gemstone jewelry with no compromises on materials, craftsmanship or design.  The difference is immediately apparent by the clarity and vibrancy of her gemstones.  This is accented by elegantly simple designs which perfectly complement and showcase the scintillating gemstones.

With production based in New York, Jane Taylor Jewelry maintains extremely high quality standards for their artisans as well as materials.  The feel of these jewelry designs is pure luxury with perfectly smooth metals and expertly balanced styles.  The candy colored pallet of this collection makes it distinctly feminine, fresh and fun.

Precious red coral has been incorporated in jewelry designs for thousands of years, dating back to ancient Egyptian crafts.  This striking substance displays a range of vibrant red and pink hues.

Among the most coveted varieties of coral is “Angelskin,” a pale milky pink variation which is particularly entrancing.  Like its oceanic cousin, Pearl, Angelskin coral is an enchanting gemstone with a delicate radiance.

Making use of both Angelskin coral and the more common red coral, jewelry designer Gurhan Orhan breathes new life into this material by incorporating it into his incomprable 24k gold designs.  The natural sheen of coral is perfectly matched by the unadulterated richness of 24k gold.  The purity of these organic material imparts an earthy quality which is enhanced by Gurhan’s metalworking techniques.  The overall effect is a magical synthesis of terra and mortal which is both primal and essential.

Harper’s Bazaar features a pair of these Gurhan coral ring designs in their August issue.  The “Rouge and Rose” collage highlights the feminie nature of this jewelry, and once again proves that Gurhan is one of the most brilliant and talented modern jewelry designers.

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For Swiss watch brand Milus, its the exciting TriRetrograde models that get the lion’s share of the attention in the watch press.  So much so, in fact, that one might forget that the brand offers a number of other extremely classy timepieces for both men and women.

As an example, ladies seeking out slim, totally feminine and very stylish jewelry watch would do well to have a look at the lovely Eridana collection.  As much an elegant bracelet as it is a watch, the Milus Eridana watches combine superb ergonomic comfort with a fine degree of goldsmithing and gem-setting.  The small rectangular dials with their minimalistic look hearken back to a bygone time when ladies watches were sharply distinct from those worn by the gents.

Various degrees of diamond setting allow each Milus customer to obtain an expression of traditionally feminine luxury that is just right for her own personal tastes.  I will say, however, that the full pave diamond set Eridana watch in 18K white gold is particularly ravishing–those ample surfaces make a perfect canvas for a field of round brilliant diamonds! However, the various models with two rows of brilliants are fantastic too, because then the focus becomes the captivating texture of finely brushed 18-karat gold or stainless steel.  These more subtle Eridana timepieces also have the versatility to accompany any clothing, from casually hip to formal evening attire.

Ladies in love with the Eridana, but seeking the ultimate in exclusivity, will certainly find the haute joaillerie versions most captivating of all.  These works of art from Milus combine precious metal, diamonds, pearls, and even enamel to produce exceptional creations of high luxury.