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One Perfect Piece: How to Accessorize with Jewelry

With the unseasonably warm weather of Seattle lately, I have been dressing in fresh, spring colors and textures the last few days. What is interesting…

Trip to New York City: Sneak Peak at New Work by Gerard Yosca, Aroc Urtu and more…

I traveled to arguably the center of the jewelry industry, New York City, last week. I enjoyed so many great experiences all week, but the best part? Putting faces to names..

Jewelry Designer Spotlight: Sara Weinstock

Renewal, courage, blessings, journey, peace, faith, beauty…these are just a few of the inspirations behind jewelry designer Sara Weinstock’s collection. Deeply internalized, and then outwardly represented, Sara…

Designer Jewelry Spotlight: Shamila Jiwa Wins Centurion Emerging Designer Award!

Shamila Jiwa is a talented independent jewelry designer that I have met a number of times over the past few years. I was so happy to see her recognized with an Emerging Designer Award…

Mother’s Day Jewelry Giveaway: Luna & Stella Custom Crescent Moon Birthstone Charm Bracelet

I am thrilled to announce a very special Mother’s Day jewelry giveaway! Personalized jewelry designer Luna & Stella is generously giving away this gorgeous Crescent Moon Birthstone Charm Bracelet to one lucky…

idazzle.com Close-Up: Angelina Jolie’s Engagement Ring

We were all a little surprised by the unveiling of Angelina’s engagement ring from Brad Pitt. Not so much the sentiment, but the timing…

Jewelry Designer Spotlight: Luna & Stella Personalized Jewelry

Need a thoughtful gift for someone special on Mother’s Day? Fortunately, Luna & Stella is addressing the need for stylish, memorable jewelry as gifts to Moms, Grandmothers, sisters, friends, even Dads!

idazzle.com Close-Up: Selena Gomez Wears Ippolita Jewelry

One of my favorite designers, IPPOLITA, was spotted on Selena Gomez at the 2012 Nickelodeon Kid’s Choice Awards. She wore 18 karat gold jewelry in sophisticated warm hues that perfectly complimented…

Stephen Dweck and Bergdorf Goodman Celebrate 30 Years Together

There aren’t many jewelry designers who have put fine fashion jewelry on the map AND are still creating viable, current collections. Stephen Dweck was a former sculptor and painter branching out into jewelry when he launched…

idazzle.com Trendspotting: Bird Jewelry Takes Flight

Bird jewelry has been around for a very long time, but I am noticing a recent fascination, maybe even obsession, for all things fowl. From lovebirds to swallows to doves to peacocks, the imagery and beauty of birds can be captured by jewelry in a particularly poetic way…