Jewellery Trends: 2008

‘EkMukhi’ rudraksha, feel close to God Rs41 lakh

One Mukhi Rudraksha is associated with Godhood, supreme truth and attainment of eternity. Considered as the best among all Rudrakshas of all faces, the power of Lord Shankar resides in it.
Here is a displayed diamond-studded ‘Ek Mukhi’ rudraksha, retailed at Rs41 lakh, in a show organized in Chennai .

The very feel of One Mukhi Rudraksha takes one away from worldly affairs towards the God. His mind begins to concentrate on the Supreme Element i.e. Partattva Dharana cha jayate Tatprakashnam. Thus the people who have the urge to discover Aatma Tattva must wear “Ek Mukhi Rudraksha.”

World’s Most Expensive Earrings

Harry Winston has earned the reputation of being the ‘jeweler to the celebs’. Located at the House of Winston at Beverly Hills, California, Harry is in a habit of designing and lending jewelry worth thousands of dollars to the star making presence in Oscars. Following the custom, In 2006 the House of Winston shaped an ultra-elite pair of ‘Extraordinary Diamond Drop Earrings’ festooned with two pear-shaped diamonds of 60.1 carats fixed in a platinum form. The pricey pair of earrings is retailed at $8.5 million.

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Harry Winston has earned the reputation of being the ‘jeweler to the celebs’. Located at the House of Winston at Beverly Hills, California, Harry is in a habit of designing and lending jewelry worth thousands of dollars to the star making presence in Oscars.
Following the custom, In 2006 the House of Winston shaped an ultra-elite pair of ‘Extraordinary Diamond Drop Earrings’ festooned with two pear-shaped diamonds of 60.1 carats fixed in a platinum form. The pricey pair of earrings is retailed at $8.5 million.

Clutches that You Cannot Resist

Art, Designer, Fashion, Jewelry, Luxury, Luxury Brands, Precious Stone, Products, Shopping. Jeweled clutches look so elegant and exclusive. They are in dominant trend these days. And when it comes to parties, you obviously have to display your opulent style. These jeweled clutches are so beautifully adorned that they will definitely become the object of envy for others.

Jeweled clutches look so elegant and exclusive. They are in dominant trend these days. And when it comes to parties, you obviously have to display your opulent style. These jeweled clutches are so beautifully adorned that they will definitely become the object of envy for others.

Just have a look at these elite clutches:

Featured above the designer product by Devi Kroell is an incredible one. I just adore it. It is worth $1890, but its exclusivity speaks for itself.

This red-hot clutch by Leiber is very appealing. The price is still more attractive. You can make it yours for $2,495.

How do you find this one by Burbery worth $1255? I am sure that you like it.

World’s Largest D-Color Flawless Diamond at Sotheby’s Auction

Scrabbled from the grime of African mines, we have been hearing about petite precious gems that are girl’s best friend and are expected to last forever. But breaking the monotony, the world of diamonds has turned the tables around by offering the largest diamond. Here we have a new entrant identified as the world’s Largest D-color Flawless Diamond. Weighing 84.37 carats, this diamond is estimated to have fetched $12,000,000-$16,000,000 during “Magnificent Jewels” auction organized by Sotheby in Geneva in 2007.

Besides amazing features, the superior quality of the diamond is assured as it is being credited with the highest possible grading from the GIA with the report wherein it stone claims to offer flawless clarity, “excellent” polish and symmetry.

Sex and the City : Jami Rodriguez Cougar Agate Necklace

Jami Rodriguez Cougar Agate Necklace

Jami Rodriguez Cougar Agate Necklace is a hot piece. 18" chain with agate slab and brass cougar. Worn in the "Sex and the City" movie by Samantha.

$1,63 Million Ginza Tanaka Diamond Studded Platinum Handbag

$1,63 Million Ginza Tanaka Diamond Studded Platinum Handbag

A Diamond handbags worth a million and a half!

A small bag designed by Ginza Tanaka and made with 2,182 diamonds (total of 208 carats).

Red Diamond Ring Fetched $2.6 mn

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red diamond ring at the Christie’s is auction and the ring has set a new record by selling off this dazzling ring with a unique red purple diamond for a shocking $2.6 million. The octagonal shape of the ring is equipped with 2.26 carats and stand with the honopur of being the largest red diamond, ever to be auctioned. The proud owner of the gem is the English jeweler, Laurence Graff.

Shobha Asar Jewellery

Shobha Asar Jewellery

LATEST Jewellery Trend's 2008

Spring Trends Report 2008

JEWELRY THEMES:

Flower Power Jewelry: This is the number one trend in both fashion and fine jewelry for Spring 2008. Flowered jewelry will be everywhere, in every form! Cuffs with gems set into the form of a flower; necklaces with leaves, branches and blooms; rings that looks as if they are budding; and brooches in the form of blossoms are back and big.

Stars and Celestial Jewelry: Stars, moons and things otherworldly are the newest fodder for inspiration for fine jewelry designers and watch makers. Specifically consumers will be looking out for jewelry featuring shooting stars made from precious metals and diamonds.

Feathers and Organic Jewelry: Taking cues from nature; feathers are one of the most important sources of inspiration this season. Feathers, loved for their ethereal and feminine detail will become translated into long chain necklaces with feather pendants, as will earrings with this motif.

“Enlightenment” Jewelry:

a. Sentimental Jewelry is a strong category not only for self-purchase but also for gift giving. Engraved jewelry featuring messages of love, poetry or initials will be the most popular.

b. Yoga Inspired Jewelry is becoming abundant, reflecting the growing number of people who are adopting this ritual discipline, which is said to bring physical and spiritual alignment. Yoga talismans are also popular among those who just want an overt and motivational reminder.

c. Green Jewelry and Green Gems are being used in many jewelry collections this season. Jewelers with a green conscience are making a point to incorporate earth friendly methods and materials into their jewelry designs.

d. Jewelry For A Cause is becoming plenteous. As JFC says, the jewelry industry is that with a heart! Designers today are donating proceeds from sales to endless philanthropic causes and people in need. Designers’ passion comes pouring out artistically through the creation, often reflecting the organization benefiting from the proceeds.

JEWELRY STYLES:

Chunky Cuffs and Bracelets—layered together in mismatched colors, sizes, styles and motifs

Large Earrings—both wide and long

Brooches—both large and small worn all over the body and in multiples

Rings—Both wide precious metal bands and large gemmy cocktail rings as well as a growing use of rose cut gems and raw looking gems

Necklaces—Chunky gems and pearls, bibs and V shaped necklaces, asymmetrical styles, long pendants paired with pearls or interesting chains

JEWELRY COLORS:

Lipstick Red

Cobalt Blue

Sunshine Yellow

Citrus Pea Green

Cantaloupe

Rich Pink- not pastel, not Fuchsia

Lavender

Acting as Neutrals are Silver Grey and Olive Green

New Jewels

Mandira Bedi as we all know, started her career with the popular Television show Shanti, where she played the role of a simple girl. Since then there is no looking back, she featured in a number of TV Shows, among these the most notable was Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi where she played the role of a vamp.

She will be seen in her new movie Meerbai Not Out very soon. She showed her boldness in a photo shoot for the popular magazine MAXIM where she posed in a sexy attire. Now days she can be seen in many TV Shows & advertisements, she is a part of a new TV reality show being aired on Star Plus. She is undoubtely the Television Glamour Queen.