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Monique Pean Jewelry

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Monique Pean creates minimally designed jewelry that packs loads of fashionable character. We originally came across Pean two years ago when we featured her nature inspired pieces and highlighted her charitable efforts. Since that time her work continues to exude an air of refinement without being ostentatious. Everyone seems to be a fan. Take a look at how beautiful Mrs. Obama looks wearing Monique Pean jewelry.

Pean infuses natural materials like buffalo horn, woolly mammoth tusk and walrus ivory with sparkling diamonds in simple yet classic silhouettes. All of her materials are both fossilized and obtained through naturally melting glaciers, have naturally shed or are conflict free. It's refreshing to see a designer who is thoughtfully deliberate in their role to ensure that materials used have a minimal effect on our surroundings.

Featured, is one of our many favorite pieces by Pean, the Olanna Ring ($7020). It's a stunning ring made with a beautifully colored fossilized piece of walrus ivory and surrounded in conflict and devastation free diamonds set against 18K recycled yellow gold. Given its simplistic design, choosing such an exquisite and vibrant stone really sets the ring apart. Take a peek at Pean's other gorgeous jewels.

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Pean Buffalo Horn & Champagne Diamond Earrings

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Sherry Shabani's Everyday Bling For Those With Fabulous Lives

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What's big for fall? I keep hearing bohemian luxe and gypset. Luxury and decadence are experiencing a bit of a revival. The latest collection from jewelry designer Shery Shabani is mean to be worn with chunky knits, oversize cardigans and soft cashmere for the ultimate gypsy-chic look. Shabani's creations are designed to be "everyday bling," meant to be paired with jeans and a tee or dressed up for an evening out. Diamonds for every day? Let's take a look.

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Gemvara - the First Website for Custom Designer Jewelry, Exclusive Interview

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Gemvara is "the world's first site for creating custom designer jewelry." You may have reservations about the possibility of ordering custom jewelry online. I know I do. I interviewed the VP of Content and Merchandising Cheryl Kremkow (former editor-in-chief of Modern Jeweler, pictured below) about how Gemvara works, curious about the first of what will surely lead to many online custom jewelry services. Does it save money? What if you don't like the piece? How can one be assured of quality? These questions and more are answered below.

Luxist: Do you think it's wise to have jewelry custom-made online? Why?

Cheryl Kremkow: What's different about designing jewelry on the Gemvara site is that it's interactive. You find a design concept you like, then you can click to change all the gemstones and metals to create exactly the look you want. You don't have to imagine how it will look, you can see it. Every design on our site can be made any way, which means you can create jewelry that suits both your style and your budget. We make pieces in platinum and diamonds and pieces in amethyst and sterling silver: or diamond and sterling and platinum and amethyst, if that's what you want. We've done both.

L: What if someone gets the final piece and doesn't like it, will you take it back?

CK: Yes, of course. We want to make sure people are delighted with their jewelry. Actually, we haven't had any returns yet. I think it's because our customers create exactly what they want themselves and see exactly how it will look. Most people tell us that the real piece looks even better than they expected. Fortunately, our customers have good taste, so the pieces really do look great!

L: Are there significant savings associated with buying online?

CK: We don't carry inventory since we make each piece to order, just for you, one at a time. So, we are able to offer a really good value, even if you don't consider the added luxury of having the piece made just for you just the way you want it.

Gallery: Gemvara Custom Jewelry

Stargazer Earrings (14k yellow gold with citrine)

Lotus Ring (in white gold with diamonds and a blue sapphire)

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Dana Rebecca Designs Jewelry

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Some people know what they want to do at a very early ages. Dana Levy, designer for Dana Rebecca Designs seems to be one of those lucky souls. Levy, a third generation jewelry designer, grew up in her father's jewelry factor and launched her first line while still in high school. After graduating from college she then went to the Gemological Institute in Carlsbad, California to learn the core basics of jewelry design. She launched Dana Rebecca Designs in May 2006.

Her pieces are inspired by her love of travel and adventures in places including India, China, Hong Kong, Tanzania, Kenya, and Brazil. The colors and textures from each culture show up in stone choices like sleeping beauty turquoise, angel skin coral, blue topaz, and chrysoprase. Many designs feature carved gemstones.

Each piece of the collection is named after a family member or loved one. The jewelry has appeared in O, The Oprah Magazine, Inside Weddings, Elle Accessories, CS Chicago Social and Michigan Avenue Magazine and been worn by celebrities including Debra Messing, Lauren Conrad, Lo Bosworth, Jamie-Lynn Sigler and Katy Perry. The collection can be found in specialty boutiques throughout the country and prices range from $750-$6000.

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A Peek at Chopard's Animal World Jewelry Collection

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Chopard is celebrating its 150th birthday with an Animal World collection of 150 glorious animal-inspired pieces, which also happens to be the largest collection its ever made devoted to a single theme. The collection required a total of 20,000 hours of work to complete and involved setting over 250,000 stones. Chopard co-president and artistic director Caroline Gruosi-Scheufele told WWD "I really wanted to make them like sculptures."

And like little sculptures they are, all representing different wild creatures and showing a definite bend to the colorful and whimsical side. The collection includes both jewelry and watches, see a few of the jewelry pieces in the gallery below and click here to see the watches, courtesy of our own Ariel Adams.

Gallery: Chopard Animal World Jewelry

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Pretty things from Andrea Lucille

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Andrea Lucille is an up and coming jewelry designer with an intricate, elegant collection.

Educated at Rhode Island School of Design, Andrea Lucille Shin moved to NYC in 2000 and started Andrea Lucille Designs. "To me," says Andrea, "I reach the epitome of design achievement when my novel artistic concepts elicit reactions of astonishment and intrigue; I know then that I have succeeded."

We are certainly intrigued by this ring from the Willow Collection. This 18k yellow gold is set with white cultured pearls and diamonds with an approximate total weight of 0.15 cts. We love the coral style, which makes it look as though the gold and jewels are just budding out of the ring.

Andrea Lucille Designs range in price from $60 - $6,000, and can be purchased from her website, as well as these stores. See the gallery below for a look at more of her luscious pieces.

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Lux Staples: Our Picks for Summer Bangles

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Clingy or tight jewelry can get uncomfortable in the hot summer months when sweating and feeling sticky is a daily occurrence, but it's also the time of year when accessories can look their best shining in the sun against tan skin. That's what makes bangle bracelets so perfect! They come in every size, shape, and color, and although they work any time of year I particularly love them come summer. Their loose-fitting style can go casual or glam, and they always look awesome with the season's breezy fabrics and beachy dresses. See some of our favorites in the gallery below and feel free to share yours in the comments!

Gallery: Great Bangles for Summer

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Lauren Wolf Jewelry

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Lauren Wolf has a terrific collection of gothic, ocean-inspired jewelry.

After studying jewelry design in coastal Mexico, Wolf moved to Brooklyn, NYC, where she currently lives and works. Her pieces tend to come in darkened silver and also in green gold, making for two price tiers - one in the low hundreds and one in the higher hundreds and low thousands.

At right are the Blackened Silver Palm Frond Earrings with 14k Green Gold Stingray Middle for $984.00. They are perfect for conjuring one's inner sexy sea witch.

Lauren Wolf's goal is "to bring together nature in form and industry in medium; to create jewelry of contrast that both complements and commands attention."

We find her work elegant and refreshingly unusual and daring! Check out some of our favorite designs below and shop Lauren Wolf here.

Gallery: Lauren Wolf Jewelry

One of a Kind Rutilated Brazilian Quartz in 14k Green Gold Stingray Claw Setting on 24

14k Green Gold Nautilus Ring with Blackened Silver Stingray Disc

Blackened Diamond Anaconda Bones on Steel Chain with 14k Green Gold Clasp (18

14k Green Gold Diamond Anaconda Bone Earrings

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Lux Staples: Diamond Tennis Bracelet

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Diamonds complement every fabric, flatter every skin tone, and go with every outfit. Not to mention that the beautiful way they sparkle has the power to bring happiness wherever they go. No wonder they're a girl's best friend! One of the easiest, and most versatile, ways to wear diamonds is in the form of a tennis bracelet. Although everybody has their trendy and of-the-moment favorite bracelets, a beautiful tennis bracelet (or maybe two, one in white gold and one in yellow) will serve you well.

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Gold Vermeil Bug on a Cuff

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Sometimes I write about things because I love them, and sometimes because I hate them but they're just too crazy to pass up. This Shagreen Cuff with Gold Vermeil Bug falls somewhere in the middle. I love cuff bracelets, and usually I go for unusual pieces but this large insect is just a little too creepy -- look at the size of the fangs! Maybe it would work with a goth ensemble?

The cuff, however, is a beautifully textured gray shagreen, and the insect is 14k gold and decorated with rubies, sapphires, green agates, and crystals. $1,450

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Idalia Launch

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Idalia is a new website for the true jewelry connoisseur.

The Black Diamond Snake Ring (right) features black and contrasting white diamonds: 1 pear shaped diamond, carat total weight 0.38; 77 round black diamonds, carat total weight 2.01; and 17 round brilliant white diamonds, carat total weight 0.38; all set in 18k gold for $3,350.00.

Because the brand name is young and there is no showroom to support, their stunning pieces cost a fraction of what they would from other designers. I had the privilege of viewing the collection in person and was inspired by the variety, elegance, and exceptional quality.

Idalia diamonds are the best of the best - for example, the Double Diamond Square Set Eternity Necklace features diamonds with a total carat weight of 19.04, color grade F-G, and clarity grade VVS set in 18k white gold.

People are becoming more comfortable doing their shopping online, but to spend thousands on jewelry you've never seen in person might feel like quite a risk. From what I saw today, Idalia is one site that won't let you down. See the gallery below for a closer look at one of the most exciting new jewelry lines of 2008!

Gallery: Idalia Show in New York City

Criss Cross Diamond Cuff and Gold and Diamond Lattice Cuff (left to right)

Some of the items were so sparkly they appear slightly blurred in photos. Trust me, the effect was dazzling.

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Raw Diamond Jewelry by Todd Reed

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I've never been a big fan of diamonds (I even have a solitaire ruby on my wedding band instead of a diamond) but these raw diamonds in jewelry designs by Todd Reed are something else altogether. Not only are they colorful, but unique and not as flashy as traditional diamonds, which I'm sure is a love it/hate it sort of thing. To me there's something very cool about enjoying a stone thats been in the earth for ages without cutting or polishing it -- just appreciating it as it is. Although Todd Reed's latest release is a line of raw diamond cuff links for men, the rest of his collection is equally beautiful. My favorite is this cluster ring made of gold and raw diamonds for $9,375.

Thanks Marc!

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Kara Ross Zebra Wood Cuff Bracelet

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Kara Ross is the designer that celebrities turn to for exquisite handbags and one of a kind jewelry, fans include Kate Beckinsale, Sarah Michelle Gellar and Oprah Winfrey! The new Kara Ross Zebra Wood Cuff Bracelet is unique and stunning, it features a single blue topaz stone atop an 18kt gold closure. Wood bangle cuff bracelets are in style this summer/fall, and so are animal prints, so this is the ultimate accessory du jour! Available online for $6,892.

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Francesca Romana Diana Canapa Chic Bangle

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Francesca Romana Diana is an Italian jewelry designer, who after opening her flagship store in Rio De Janeiro, quickly gained international recognition for her playful and bold large scale pieces. Her designs can be seen in boutiques from Paris to Palm Beach. Her colorful Canapa Chic Bangles were recently shown in InStyle magazine, they feature semi precious stones and gold accents atop meticulously woven raffia. Available in lime, red, turquoise and beige. I adore the beige one! They retail for $219 and are available on Ravinstyle.com.

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Isharya Square Filigree Bangle

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I love the unique antique look of this ornate over-sized bracelet. Made by the apparel & jewelry design duo called Isharya, the Square Filigree Bangle is an eye catching and stylish addition to any jewelry collection. Shimmering18kt gold vermeil is woven and twisted into intricate organic shapes, giving the delicate appearance of lace. This piece has a handcrafted feel that reminds me of India. Available on shopintuition.com for $472. Isharya has gotten loads of press in the last year, check out their impressive celebrity following and rave reviews from fashion magazines here.

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