The MTV movie awards is an altogether different awards ceremony from the Academy Awards or the Emmys.  As the 2009 ceremony was dominated by vampire teen romance “Twilight” and Bruno’s well-waxed bum, it’s clear that the show’s content is dictated by MTV’s teen and tween demographic.  This lends the show a relaxed and irreverent vibe with the presentation of awards such as “Best WTF Moment” and “Best Fight”.

Paired up with her costar Ryan Reynolds from “The Proposal”, Sandra Bullock presented the ever popular “Best Kiss” award to this year’s hottest teen couple, Robert Patinson and Kristin Stewart. Despite being well out of her teens, Bullock has managed to remain relevant with the youth of today through her image as an independent and sexy star.

Never afraid to assert her distinct fashion sense, Bullock boldly chose to wear new designs from Gurhan’s smoking hot “Silver Diffusion” jewelry collection for the show.  Rocking a pair of silver and gold dangle earrings and a “Gala” cuff bracelet, she showcased the casual elegance of these new designs and proved that affordable jewelry can be dazzling.

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H.Stern first partnered up with fashion icon Diane von Furstenberg back in 2004.  Since then, the partnership has resulted in a substantial offering of jewelry designs with no less than six individual collections all under the H.Stern DVF umbrella.  Though each collection has it’s own unique style, they all share a boldness in design which echoes von Furstenberg’s passion and individualism.

Themes of strength, empowerment and dedication are potent in these jewelry designs.  From the massive “Sutra” link bracelet designs to her “Power Rings,” the DVF jewelry collections are iconic, mezmerizing and instantly recognizable.

On June 3rd, Diane launched a new Pre-Spring 2009/2010 clothing collection titled “Her Name Is Rio” at her DVF flagship store in New York’s chichi Meatpacking district.  Inspiration for the collection was taken from H.Stern’s homewtown of Rio de Janeiro, and during the fashion show, nearly every model wore a “Sutra” bracelet and/or a “Power” ring.  These H.Stern DVF designs provided a dazzling complement to the new clothing collection.

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The Annual White House Correspondents Dinner is an event which is full of levity and humor.  This dinner brings together politicians, celebrities and the press in a friendly atmosphere of performance.  Attendees include actors, musicians, politicians, and writers who all come to see a presidential roast.

This year, a number of the celebrities in attendance chose to add some dazzle to the evening by donning H.Stern jewelry.  Desperate Housewives star Eva Longoria accented her floral gown with a pair of Vintage Diamond Floral earrings and a Vintage Red Carpet diamond bracelet.

British pop diva Natasha Bedingfield wore a long pair of Floral Diamond earrings with a matching bracelet.  Finally, actress Idina Menzel chose a star-shaped diamond and rock crystal brooch from the “Moonlight” collection paired with a large “Celtic Dunes” diamond ring.

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Lark Books is well known for their profiles of extraordinary jewelry creations.  In their “Masters” series of books, they examine the work of master jewelers who have achieved true greatness in their field.  The latest book in the Masters series focuses on goldsmiths, and as should be expected, Gurhan Orhan is among the individuals who have been selected for their outstanding design, craftsmanship and contribution to modern fashion.

In a detailed 8 page spread, some of Gurhan’s most breathtaking jewelry creations are pictured and described in gorgeous detail.  Some of the highlights include detailed photography which shows Gurhan’s stunning hand-rendered finishing.  With an aesthetic which is at once ancient yet uniquely contemporary, these jewelry designs transcend fashion and become timeless heirloom pieces.

As one of the world’s truly visionary jewelry designers, Gurhan Orhan richly deserves his inclusion in this volume.

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Nothing is more captivating than the gleaming radiance of pure 24k gold, and no jewelry designer showcases this unique beauty better than Gurhan Orhan.  Gurhan  is known throughout the world as the king of 24k gold jewelry, and his designs show a passion and reverence for gold that is extraordinary.  Through his jewelry designs, we are reminded of just how precious and unique gold is.

As with any great artist, Gurhan has progressed in his craft.  Over the years, he has learned to incorporate various materials into his gold jewelry designs ranging from rough cut gemstones to ancient artifacts.  Whereas his early designs display minor accents which maintain a focus on gold as the focal point, some of his more recent creations boldly display stunning colored gemstones.

March and April have seen a flurry of Gurhan gemstone jewelry designs being featured in publications such as Town & Country, Veranda and  Palm Beach Illustrated.  From coral to opal and pink tourmaline, these designs show Gurhan embracing vibrant gemstone colors and melding them with his signature 24k gold in new and exciting designs.

For Gurhan collectors, these new jewelry creations offer a wonderful way to breath new life into your jewelry wardrobe while maintaining a consistent style and aesthetic.  As always, the quality and craftsmanship of these designs is second to none.

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Lately, we’ve all had lots of bad news as we’ve watched the stock market tank, heard about financial scandals in the media and observed our friends and family lose their jobs. This daily barrage of negativity takes its toll on our morale and daily disposition. But it’s not all bad news out there!

Last week’s stock market rally provided a glimmer of hope that we may have reached the bottom of this downturn. Furthermore, savvy shoppers are realizing that there are some unprecedented deals to be had right now. Retailers need to drum up business, and many are slashing prices on stock to encourage customers to spend money.

Lussori is currently liquidating a huge number of stock jewelry items and watches at prices that we have never offered before. We are adding product daily, and if you take a browse through our “Specials” section, you’ll discover incredible values – I’m not talking about a handful, there are literally hundreds of items being offered at prices up to 70% off!

Many people are out of work and the rest of us are tightening our belts, but the truth is that for those of us who are still employed, one of the best ways for us to help improve the economic situation is to continue to patronize our favorite businesses. So, why don’t you treat yourself to some well earned luxuries at unprecedented savings? You’ll be doing your part to keep the wheels of our economy turning, and you’ll also be getting an outstanding deal!

Obviously, we’re big fans of Chopard around here. Classic beauty, innovative design, and unmatched quality all comes together to make Chopard diamond jewelry the stuff of dreams.  It turns out that we’re in good company in our fandom as Chopard jewelry has graced the winning women of the Oscars for years.

Last night was no exception – in fact, it was a gleaming example of just how winning Chopard is at the Oscars.  Both best actress winner Kate Winslet and best supporting actress winner Penelope Cruz chose to wear Chopard jewelry at the awards ceremony last night.  Classic diamond elegance was the theme for these women, and their impeccable style echoes a popular sentiment that diamonds are so much more than fashion.

The state of our economy has been a talking point throughout this year’s round of awards ceremonies.  The effect of this attention showed early on in the season as celebrities chose overwhelmingly to dress and adorn themselves in more conservative styles.

As the attendees of the 2009 Oscar’s seemed to relax into the new landscape of celebrity fashion, we saw a slightly changed tableau.  What emerged and solidified last night was a resolve on the part of Hollywood’s elite towards meaningful glamour.

What struck me was that as we are entering a new era of responsibility, Hollywood has a duty to entertain us, challenge us, and embody our collective dreams. Watching our celebrities assume this position, the timeless beauty of Chopard jewelry shown clearly as the jewelry choice of our dream makers.

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As one of the premiere gold jewelry designers, Gurhan Orhan enjoys a lot of celebrity patronage. From pop divas Gwen Stefani and Cher to film and TV stars like Courtney Cox Arquette and Jennifer Aniston, Gurhan gold jewelry is seen on celebrities of the highest profile.

Most recently, actress Kate Beckinsale chose to wear Gurhan jewelry for her cover shoot in the January issue of “Self” magazine.  The svelte and lovely actress adorned herself with a large stack of “Skittle” design bracelets.  As is generally the case with Gurhan jewelry, these designs are crafted in pure 24k gold and feature bezel set colored gemstones which accent the radiant gold perfectly.

As the gold jewelry trend continues unabated, Gurhan’s designs are in the spotlight more than ever.  The uniqueness of these 24k gold creations sets them apart from the offerings of other designers who nearly all use 18k gold exclusively.  I can’t refrain from mentioning again that 24k gold has a very particular and arresting look which simply can’t be achieved with other gold alloys.  It is this look in combination with Gurhan Orhan’s singular artistic vision which make his jewelry designs so daring and coveted.

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Well, it’s still January folks, and H. Stern has received more press coverage in 2009 than most brands receive in an entire year!  First it was Fergies wedding, then the Golden Globes.  Now, we’ve seen H. Stern virtually blanket the SAG awards, and if that’s not enough, the brand was also featured on a variety of celebrities during Barack Obama’s inauguration festivities!

From teen sensation Miley Cyrus to actress Kerry Washington and BET Honors host Gabrielle Union, H. Stern seems to be sparkling in every nook and cranny of the celebrity universe these days.  And it’s not just one collection hogging all the fun, rather it’s designs from across H. Stern’s innovative and substantial catalog.

Since I’m keeping track, let’s just check a recent rundown:

Amy Adams – Diamond and gemstone earrings from the “Nature” collection
Marisa Tomei – “Zephyr” collection diamond cuff bracelet
Taraji P. Henson – “Sunrise” bracelet/earrings with “Dunes” ring
Eva Longoria-Parker – “Zephyr” collection 6 carat diamond earrings
Perry Reeves – “Snowflake” collection diamond ring/earrings
Valerie Cruz – “Red Carpet” collection diamond bangle bracelet

The list goes on, but I won’t bother continuing. I’ll just let you all check it out.  Who wants to bet me that H. Stern won’t be showing up all over the Oscars . . . anyone?

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Young actress and fashionista Blake Lively is one of the hottest things going these days.  She became known to the world in “The Sisterhood of the Travelling Pants” along with its sequel. Blake now stars as Serena Van Der Woodsen in the CW’s series “Gossip Girl” and has recently graced the covers of a variety of magazines including the latest issue of Vanity Fair.

Blake is known for her bold and impeccable fashion sense.  Growing up in Los Angeles and migrating to New York, she is the consummate metropolitan woman.  Her current role on “Gossip Girl” has exposed her to new levels of designer extravagance and has provided her the opportunity to wear some extraordinary clothing and jewelry.

Recently, choosing her own accessories for her character on Gossip Girl, Blake selected a stunning pair of golden South Sea pearl and diamond earrings from TARA.  The earrings were featured in the Gossip Girl episode “The Serena Also Rises.”  Blake’s choice highlights a trend in modern fashion which is recasting pearls as both youthful and elegant!

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