Modern Family star Sofia Vergara was quite the hit of the Golden Globes this week, with her stunning navy blue Vera Wang gown and her purported 5 million dollars worth of jewelry. Our only question? Where? The Harry Winston earrings are worth that much?

Ahh….the bracelets and a ring too…now we’re adding up.

Joseph Schubach Jewelers ushers in a new and exclusive earring design for 2012. The Fleur-de-lis earrings are distinctly delicate and practically lightweight.

“We were looking for something antique looking as anything antique is so popular right now. We also wanted something light, delicate, and sitting low to the ear. They are very lightweight. The five prongs also are unique, normally we see 4 prongs, and some 3 prong settings now.” says designer Joseph Schubach, based in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Though these earrings are new in design, the fleur-de-lis has a rich history. Fleur-de-lis means “flower of the lily” and this symbol has many meanings. Traditionally, it has been used as a symbol to represent French royalty, personifying light, life and perfection.

Other interesting facts about the fleur-de-lis:

• Joan of Arc carried a white banner that showed God blessing the French royal emblem, the fleur-de-lis, when she led French troops to victory over the English in support of the Dauphin, Charles VII, in his quest for the French throne.

 

• The Roman Catholic Church ascribed the lily as the special emblem of the Virgin Mary.

 

• Due to its three “petals,” the fleur-de-lis has also been used to represent the Holy Trinity.

 

• Military units, including divisions of the United States Army, have used the symbol’s resemblance to a spearhead to identify martial power and strength.

 

The studio will only be producing a handful of these one-of-a-kind earrings. Order as soon as possible.  Perfect for Valentine’s Day or Mother’s Day.

Price: $425.00 – $995.00

Style 102017 Fleur-de-lis Stud Earrings   A Schubach Exclusive. Delicate five prong Fleur-de-lis stud earrings that sit low on the ear.   1ct t.w. (2-5.5mm) 2ct t.w. (2-6.5mm) Other sizes and stone options available, call for more info.

Source of Fleur-de-lis facts: Fleur-de-lis Designs

Joe!
They are just perfect, thank you sooooo much!!!!!

With appreciation,
L

From Ecclesiastes 4 9-12, Heavenly City Ring includes pearls, jasper, sapphire, chalcedon, emerald, sardonyx, carnelian, chrysolite, beryl, topaz, chrysoprase, jacinth, and amethyst

The beauty of excess is it never stops growing. At $1500 a pop, these diamond studded business cards send one heck of a message. I wonder if you can scrape the stones off and make a piece of jewelry with them? Hmmmm…

Black Astrum is out with customized Signature Card range. Meant for high profile people across Europe, the Middle East and Asia, the Swiss metal business cards come studded with diamonds. Said to be a “highly distinctive symbol of status and wealth”, one set of the cards feature over 30 carats of diamonds.

Since its exclusively customized to a client’s specifications, the cost of making varies. However, the company states that the average selling price per card is about the £1000 ($1,500), and it is sold in sets of 25, 50 and 100 cards.

Sufian Khawaja, Black Astrum’s concept director says, “We’ve had several enquiries from American celebrities and international businessmen, however our cards are offered by invitation only, reflecting our desire to serve only the most premier individuals”. The cards were originally created as a one-off project for a wealthy Middle Eastern family.

 

Source: Luxury Launches

A client of ours had the following advice about fashion that I’d like to share with you. (It’s paraphrased loosely, but you’ll get the gist.)

I’ve never been able to keep up with fashion. I knew that when I was a teenager. I guess because I was always a comfort queen, so I couldn’t bear clothes that pinched me or felt too tight. But I wanted to be fashionable like everyone else. That’s when my mother suggested a few key pieces of jewelry. Her take? Some nice jewelry pulls an outfit together, whatever you’re wearing. At first I didn’t believe her. I thought I had to keep up with the fashion race.

Then I finally took her advice in my late 20’s. I scaled down my clothing until I owned a small closetful of key pieces. Then I bought some nice pieces (with my mom’s overlooking eye). It didn’t happen overnight but now, I feel like my wardrobe is simpler and my jewelry does the talking. Plus, I’m so attached to the jewelry – moreso than I’ve felt about clothing for the most part. It’s something I look forward to passing on to my daughters one day.

So what pieces are your classics? Here’s a great example:

Bracelets

Style 438M Classic Prong Set Moissanite Tennis Bracelet Classic prong set tennis bracelet with safety clasp and Charles and Colvard created round moissanite. Trade Up Our Guarantee