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Ring in the New Year with 16 Sparkling Jewels

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New Year's Eve is just days away and we are so excited to welcome 2011, even though 2010 felt like a blink in time. We've already featured 12 gorgeous party dresses to get you inspired in your search for the perfect dress for Big Bash 2011 and now it's time to incorporate some sparkling jewels to complement your outfit.

When wearing jewelry, let your outfit talk to you. If it feels off but you can't pinpoint the source, listen to your inner voice because you're probably right. Trying taking off or putting on a piece of jewelry to see how you feel. Take note of whether your outfit is enhanced or drowned out. Remember, there is no need to match your jewelry to your outfit by color or to cover every part of your body with jewelry – having a bare wrist or neckline can speak volumes depending on your outfit.

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Black & Gold Jewels Shine Bright for the Holidays

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Black and gold is a striking combination. The contrasting colors and subtle golden shimmer produce a rocker's edge aesthetic with a dash of sexiness. The color palette allows for versatility and complements a wide array of outfits from casual to formal.

With the onslaught of upcoming holiday dinners and parties, it's the perfect time to showcase some of our favorite black and gold jewels that will complement your holiday attire.

First up is a gorgeous angular dark wooden ring ($2070) by Fern Freeman. This impressive statement ring has a large base and is adorned with a golden sun shaped overlay underneath rhodium silver and a sparkling pave diamond dome. Freeman's ring would be a head turning and dramatic finish to casual chic and formal outfits.

Browse below for additional jewels that will help you shine bright for the holidays. Have tips or suggestions? Contact me @marsha712

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Gurham Gold and Diamond Multi-Oval Tuft Long Necklace

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Colorful Jewels by Mallary Marks

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Who says you have to succumb to darker hues in your wardrobe just because the fall season is here? If you're missing the warmth of sunshine against your skin, impromptu water gun battles and eating ice cream in the park like I am, perhaps wearing some candy colored jewels by Mallary Marks will brighten up your mood – and your attire.

With over 10 years of jewelry making under her belt, Mallary Marks continues to design well crafted pieces that playfully experiment with color and shape all the while maintaining a timeless sense of style and broad appeal. Overall her work includes pieces that are adventurous in her choice of color and stone selection against a subdued and understated backdrop of commonly used design patterns.The result? Marks' jewelry will last a lifetime and could easily be passed from one generation to the next.

Featured, is a stunning pair of dangling earrings ($2054). Made with pistachio green chrysophrase and tobacco brown zircon stones, what is initially an uncommon color combination becomes an unexpected dose of elegance offering a polished look for any occasion.

Browse through the gallery below for additional vibrantly colored jewels by Mallary Marks.

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Gallery: Colorful Jewels by Mallary Marks

Double Stone Earrings with Paraiba and Peridot

Peacock Tail Earrings with Mandarin Garnet and Red Sapphire

Green Sapphire and Pale Pink Opal Drop Earrings

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Miranda Lambert's Amrapali Earrings at the CMA Awards

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November 10 was a big night for country music singer Miranda Lambert at the 44th Annual Country Music Awards in Nashville. Not only did she and her fiancé Blake Shelton pick up matching CMA awards ( the first country couple to collect male and female vocalist trophies in the same year since Tim McGraw and Faith Hill in 2000) but it was also her birthday. Lambert dazzled on the red carpet in a pretty pink custom Sherri Hill gown. For accessories she had Stuart Weitzman heels, a Judith Leiber clutch and Amrapali jewelry. She wore rose-cut diamond bangles and the incredible earrings shown above, Amrapali Victorian diamond earrings with centerpieces of carved rubies. The earrings sell for $11,380.

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Luxist Giveaway: Tacori Smoky Quartz and Prasiolite Earrings

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Since1910.com is a family owned couture jewelry business that's been selling engagement rings, fine diamonds and other precious gems since, well, 1910. Although headquarters have moved to Long Island the original store, called H.L. Gross & Bro. Jewelers, was founded in downtown Brooklyn and is still in business today. Built over 5 generations and currently run by 3 generations of family all working together, Since1910.com prides itself on selling stellar jewelry pieces along with providing stellar service, an effort that has paid off in a reputation for excellence built over many decades.

And now Since1910.com is proving to have stellar generosity as well, as they're giving away this beautiful pair of Tacori Smoky Quartz and Prasiolite Earrings to one of our lucky readers. Valued at $880 retail, the earrings (shown above) are from Since1910.com's Tacori collection and are inspired by putting a modern twist on iconic Hollywood glamour to create a look that's classic, sexy and sweet. They feature sterling silver and 18k gold set with dual round gemstones, minty green Prasiolite on top and dark chocolate Smoky Quartz on the bottom, totaling approximately 18.50ct. A truly versatile and timeless addition to your fine jewelry collection.

THE GIVEAWAY IS NOW OVER. THANKS TO ALL WHO ENTERED.

To enter follow the rules below and you just might be wearing these sparkling beauties to your next big event. Good luck!

* To enter, leave a confirmed comment below.
* The comment must be left and confirmed by 5:00pm Eastern Time on October 4, 2010.
* You may only enter once (multiple entries will be deleted).
* One winner will be selected in a random drawing.
* One winner will receive one pair of Tacori Smoky Quartz and Prasiolite Earrings valued at $880.
* Open to legal residents of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia who are 18 years of age or older.

See full giveaway rules here.

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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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Luxist Giveaway: McGowan and McClain Pod Earrings

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McGowan and McClain jewelry is more than just a pair of designers working together, it's the fulfillment of a lifelong dream. Cousins Marian and Laura Jones began developing the idea of working together during childhood. Although they each set out on separate paths to become classically trained in metals and jewelry, in 2008 they were drawn back together and founded McGowan and McClain in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The name of the company is formed from cousins' middle names.

The cousins take their inspiration from nature in some of the most quotidian ways. A banana peel becomes the design cue for an intriguingly rough-edged cuff. Peanuts and seed pods take on new life when cast and combined with stones.

Their most recent collection is called "Windows" and is made from sterling silver and semi-precious stones in shapes inspired by windows in New York City, and from antique architectural books. Looks for these in retail stores later this year.

Today we are giving away one pair of earrings from their Pod collection. The pair of earrings are cast Wisteria seed pods in oxidized silver with 18K vermeil and gemstone dangles for an intriguing juxtaposition of raw/rough and elegant. They retail at $124.

* To enter, leave a confirmed comment below.
* The comment must be left and confirmed before September 6, 2010 at 5:00PM Eastern Time.
* You may only enter once.
* One winner will be selected in a random drawing.
* One winner will receive a pair of McGowan and McClain pod earrings valued at $124.
* Open to legal residents of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia.

See complete giveaway rules here.

This contest is now closed. Thank you for your participation.

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Badgley Mischka Gold Lace Dangle Earrings

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Combing old world elegance with modern glam gives these Badgley Mischka Gold Lace Dangle Earrings ($250) a dazzling and attention grabbing look. Pair with your perfectly fitting white button down shirt and full skirt for a sophisticated look or wear with shorts and a blouse to add some extra pizazz. Featured in gold (plated), they are adorned in sand colored glass rhinestones. On a bright and sunny day, Badgley Mischka's Gold Lace Earrings would sparkle so beautifully. They measure at 3 inches long and 1.5 inches wide.

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Luxist Giveaway: GemKitty Madison Earrings

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The internet has made getting custom jewelry a snap. At GemKitty.com you can easily create a unique piece of semi-precious gemstone jewelry. The site offers an online designer that helps you select a style and then add semiprecious gemstones and choose a metal to make a necklace or pair of earrings that reflect your personal taste. As you choose the components the price changes to reflect your selections.

Kitty-in-Chief Arwa Jumkawala was born and raised in Hong Kong by two parents in the gemstone and jewelry trade and grew up surrounded by bright and colorful baubles and is a lifelong jewelry designer. In 2007, Arwa founded Gemkitty offering gemstones from around the world in simple, contemporary designs.

To celebrate the launch of GemKitty's online store we are giving away one pair of 14K gold-filled Madison style earrings with rhodonite drops valued at $58.

* To enter, leave a confirmed comment below.
* The comment must be left and confirmed before July 5th, 2010 at 11:00PM Pacific Time.
* You may only enter once.
* One winner will be selected in a random drawing.
* One winner will receive one pair of Madison earrings valued at $58.
* Open to legal residents of the 50 United States, and the District of Columbia, who are 18 and older.

See full giveaway rules here.

This contest is now closed. Thank you for your participation.

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Alicia Van Fleteren Jewelry

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A former financial advisor has gotten into the jewelry business. Alicia Van Fleteren worked for more than a decade in financial services before turning jewelry design into a full-time business. The San Francisco Bay Area artist creates hand-beaded jewelry using semi-precious gemstones, silver, gold and pearls. The Alicia Van Fleteren pieces are modestly priced, prices start at just $40 for a pair of delicate earrings. The piece shown at right features rough cut black diamonds, blue topaz drops and green tourmaline. It sells for $248. Special collections of Alicia Van Fleteren jewelry are sold in select boutiques throughout Northern California, at private trunk parties and on line at www.aliciavf.com

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"The Back-Up Plan" Earrings Available At A Discount

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The other day I mentioned Wendy Brandes' earrings in "Sex and the City 2," but she's not the only designer who is seeing her earrings in a movie this week. Judith Bright jewelry has three different pairs of her airy dangles on Jennifer Lopez in the "The Back-up Plan." Signature Judith Bright pieces in the film include her hand-formed and hammered Paisley earrings; Ashley earrings, the India Marquis earrings with turquoise drops shown at right and her RockLess Stacking Cuffs, hand-hammered and organic stacking cuffs.

While she had provided several pieces to the film's costume designers, Judith Bright wasn't sure they would end up in the movie and was thrilled to see them on Jennifer Lopez. It's been a fast rise for Bright who began her formal jewelry design career just six years ago, after a career as President of Quincy Jones Music Publishing in Hollywood, California, She studied at the Le Arti Orafe School of Jewelry in Florence, Italy, learning, among other skills, silversmithing and wax carving. In 2004, she and her family settled in Nashville, Tennessee. In addition to "The Back-up Plan," Judith Bright's jewels have appeared on television shows including "Gossip Girl," "Samantha Who?," "The New Adventures of Old Christine," "Better Off Ted" and others.

To celebrate the new placement Judith Bright Jewelry is offering 20% off to anyone who sends their "Back Up Plan" movie ticket stub into the studio. The deal is good through May 31.

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Buy Kim Cattrall's Sex and the City 2 Earrings

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The "Sex and the City 2" tie-ins just keep coming. Hotels are busting out the themed packages and brands like Möet & Chandon Champagne will appear in the movie and sponsor special events. But my favorite tie-in comes from jewelry designer Wendy Brandes whose snaky gold shoulder-grazing Cleopatra earrings appear on Kim Catrall (Samantha) in the movie. According to Brandes' blog if you want the exact pair of gold and diamond Cleopatra earrings from the movie, they will be available at Broken English Jewelry in Santa Monica, California. You can buy an un-Catrall worn pair for $7,250 from the Wendy Brandes website or pick up a silver version for $450.

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Kwiat's Birdies For Breast Cancer Jewelry

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Kwiat partnered with golfer Cristie Kerr to bring attention to her Birdies for Breast Cancer foundation and came up with a pinkified version of Kwiat's Signature Platinum Star Collection. The set includes delicate, diamond-drop earrings as well as a pendant of the same design set in 18-carat pink gold and with a pink sapphire and surrounding diamonds. Kerr will wear both pieces on tour throughout 2010 and 10 percent of all proceeds will go directly to benefit Birdies for Breast Cancer. The pieces are available at Kwiat retailers nationwide.

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Lucifer Vir Honestus Green Opal Earrings

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Lucifer Vir Honestus Green Opal Earrings are absolutely heavenly. The color is sharp and bold yet it possesses a softness that gives it a dreamlike fairytale quality. These dazzling drop earrings remind me of the ones that Angelina Jolie wore at the 2009 Oscars. And although they are much smaller in size and made of opal rather than emeralds - they are just as captivating. These beauties would look best with your hair pulled back and a dark top to really showcase its striking color. Priced at $2,720 and measuring at 1 ½" in length, they are set in 18K rose gold with diamonds scattered about.

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Recycled Bullet Casing Earrings

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These bullet earrings are a new twist on recycling that might be a great gift for eco girls with an edge. The earrings are sterling silver hoops with found reclaimed brass bullet casings from the mountains of Colorado. Each pair is unique and sells for $125 from Cake Jewelry.

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