The gift of friendship.

Little bracelets like these are a great gift idea. They add a touch of sparkle and also work as friendship bracelets, which at this time of the year when we have so many gifts to give, is like killing two birds (or more) with one stone. They are lovely, simple and mostly affordable gifts to those ones that are always there for you.
This one is from my favourite local shop, Honey & Hazel, here in Williamsburg. Their packaging is very organic and friendly to the environment.

Natalia.

Natalia Beber stunned me with this ring. The articulated ring was made in Lebanon by a friend and given to her as a gift. What a gift!

  

The bracelet of the moment.

I often choose a piece and wear it everyday until I can no longer bear the look of it. Somehow, I doubt that this will happen with my favorite piece of the moment. I'm probably getting repetitive, but I'm still in love with J. Crew and this bracelet is GORGEOUS.

Crazy in love with J.Crew

Completely obsessed that I am with J.Crew Jewelry, I am utterly in love with the new collection  J.Crew by Lulu Frost.

The art-deco inspired pieces combined with bright bold colors make a modern and elegant statement. Love J.Crew. Can't stop loving J.Crew.

Did I tell you how much I love J.Crew?!

Maria del Mar

Stunning Puerto Rican model Maria del Mar wears her favorite piece of jewelry. The beautiful necklace was given to her by her mother and is something sacred for Maria. Made of white gold, diamonds and mother-of-pearl, the necklace is precious.

Sabrina Jales

 Beautiful Brazilian model Sabrina Jales shows us her favorite piece, a stunning white gold and diamond ring by Garrard.

EthiCool Jewellery by Caipora

Caipora is a British independent online boutique brand that celebrates unique and ethical designer jewellery creation. Their pieces explore the well balanced relationship between humans, beauty and nature, both in material and form.

Their new collection called "EthiCool" features the luxe of natural pearls and the wear ability of gold plated recycled silver. The embossed sustainable messages and charms create truly unique designs.
 This collection is the result of a collaboration between Caipora and talented sisters Mercia Stela e Paula Santos.

Caipora is also this year's winner of Innovation Award - Ethical Fashion Forum Accessories Award.
Their eco-friendly jewellery combined with beautiful designs and ethical working practice make Caipora what it is today, a modern, fashionable and responsible brand.
It feels good to look great and to know that what you're wearing hasn't affected the environment or the people that work hard to make such gorgeous pieces.

All the pieces are made in Brazil and for that, I'm even more proud of Caipora.
Pre-order from August, 20th and get 15% discount if you "like" their facebook page.

Rodrigo's Art

Art is everywhere. Art is a point of view, a perspective. Rodrigo Calazans's art is photography and today I share with you some of his beautiful images. In the pictures below, his muse and girlfriend, gorgeous Brazilian model Guisela Rhein.

Nilma Black

 Puerto Rican model and jewelry designer Nilmarie Black is launching her new jewelry line. The line called Attabeira is a bohemian spirited collection inspired by the Taino of the Caribbean and the energy of healing stones. Each of Nilma's creation is unique. For more information about her jewelry and where to buy it, email Nilmarie at: nilmablack@gmail.com .

Miss Brazil 2011

Last night, a new Miss Brazil was crowned. Representing the state of Rio Grande do Sul, the 25 years old Priscila Machado, received from the hands of Miss Brazil 2010 the crown representing the title. The jewel is a stunning piece designed and made by Miss Brazil 1995 Renata Bessa. Renata is now a respected jewelry designer.

Beg, Borrow or Steal - quite literally

Wearing expensive jewelry is not for everyone. Very lucky are the women that can afford it, but the women that can't shouldn't be left out. The website http://www.bagborroworsteal.com/welcome is a way out! They have been around for a while but when I saw this Alex Woo ring I though it was worth sharing it with you my dear readers. The retail price of the beauty is $2.145, but you can have it for a week at the small price of $67!! Is a great choice for when you have that big party or just want to feel beautiful. You borrow it (for up to 3 months) and then ship it back. Simple as that!

Alexis Bittar

One of the most talented jewelry designers I can think of is Alexis Bittar. His eclectic style and ideas are brilliantly executed and the results are always powerful and interesting pieces. When I'm on fashion shoots I always check the jewelry that is being used by the stylists, which is also a great way of discovering new designers ( stylists know everything!).  For the Crystal Jin Swimwear shoot I got to wear this gorgeous faceted hydro quartz stone ring. This ring does a really good job at making a statement. This piece is on sale at the moment, so rush to http://www.alexisbittar.com/home.php

Picture by Ken Pao

Olivia Redmond

Beautiful Olivia Redmond is wearing her favorite pieces here. The small blue ring is a lapis lazuli and turquoise ring from Egypt, the big blue ring is from Portobello Road in London and is also lapis lazuli. The red ring is made of coral and silver, Olivia got it in Playa del Carmen, Mexico.

Artists in NYC.

One of the many talented artists spread around NYC, Francine Lavi is the designer of Suzy Annes Jewelry and makes beautiful and delicate semi-precious handmade pieces. She sells on the corner of 24th st and 5th Ave. 

 To contact Francine, email: lavi_designers@yahoo.com

Me & Ro

This is me wearing Me & Ro's Jewelry. The pieces are created by designer Robin Renzi and are 100% made in NYC.

www.meandrojewelry.com

For Me and Ro jewelry, go to: 241 Elisabeth Street. New York - NY 10012

Erin

This is my friend Erin Halley. This gorgeous ring was her mom's engagement ring, which has been designed by her dad and is now Erin's favorite piece of jewelry.  The yellow gold, enamel and diamond ring is surely special.

Ruby

Since finding out that Ruby is one of my birthstones I developed a slight obsession. Then I browsed and browsed to find Zales. In my opinion is not a modern shop where you'll find cool and edgy jewelry but with a good eye you can find really pretty pieces. Some of the nicest ones are only available online, although, considering that they are very reasonably priced  it might be worth waiting for it and paying for the shipment. Above, one of my favorites.

If you like to take a look at their stores, NYC has a few:

417 5th Avenue New York, NY  10016 (212) 679-3626 142 W 34th Street New York, NY  10001 (646) 473-0727 2230 Broadway New York, NY  10024 (917) 441-2343 715 Lexington Ave Ste B New York, NY  10022 (212) 644-2713

Jeisa Chiminazzo

Jeisa Chiminazzo is known for being one of the most stylish girls in the fashion industry, and when I asked her to show me one of her favorite pieces of jewelry, I knew it wouldn't disappoint.
Her favourite is this antique diamond ring from India. Gorgeous.

Love/sweet/rings

Delicate, meaningful and totally gorgeous. I know we have seen stuff like this before, but these rings are awesome. Sydney Evans designer, Rosanne Karmes, says that her designs celebrate the uniqueness of our lives, from spiritual protection, to luck and good fortune. LOVE IT.
To get your hand is one of these, visit https://www.sydneyevan.com/ or if in NYC, Bergdorf Goodman, Lissa Fine Jewelry, Kelly Gerber, MZ Wallace and Jennifer Miller are authorized retailers.

Cancerian birthstones.

Since my birthday is coming up, I looked up at my birthstones and they happen to be some of my favorite stones. The Zodiac sign of Cancer includes three stones: emerald, moonstone, and ruby. In addition to the Zodiac stones, moonstone is listed as the Planetary stone for Cancer and sapphire as the Talismanic Stone.

Ruby

Emerald

Sapphire

 

 

 

 

Moonstone

My sister.

My beautiful sister Carolina wearing her malaquite and onix earrings.

Vintage Jewelry.

These make me want to go back in time...

Date unknown, gold and diamond bangle from Italy.

1960's yellow gold, diamonds and coral ring.

1040's yellow gold, emerald and diamond bracelet.

1960's yellow gold and citrine pin.