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STORM Watches is a proud sponsor of this year's EMA's, MTV's European Music Awards has especially commissioned 4 Unique Limited Edition watches that will be your access all areas pass to the legendary MTV Europe Music Awards 2006, being held in the Scandinavian party town of Copenhagen on November 2nd.

You will get the full VIP treatment at the pre-party and then get to see the main event itself, where some of the biggest names in music are performing. Finish the night off in style dancing until the early hours at the VIP after show party.

To enter the competition you must be 18 or over. Competition closing date 14th October 2006.

Please read The Terms & Conditions and enter to win!

It has been used to crown kings and fill cavities, for high-end jewelry and high-flying space travel. Gold has long represented wealth, power and prestige, and a new exhibit showcases just how remarkable this rare and precious material is. "Gold" opens Saturday at the American Museum of Natural History and runs through Aug. 19.

Gold is a unique mineral in a number of ways, said Jim Webster, one of the curators for the show — it's malleable, so it can be stretched into the slimmest of wires or flattened into the thinnest of sheets. It's reflective, which is why it has been used on astronauts' helmets to reduce glare.

It can be worked and handled in its native form, right out of the ground, and doesn't need to be heated or smelted like other minerals such as copper. And it doesn't really tarnish or corrode, so even coins on sunken ships that spend hundreds of years on the ocean floor can be found in perfect condition.

The Jewelry Consumer Opinion Council, the source for business intelligence about the gem and jewelry industry, has launched a new interactive website that hosts videos, a forum and a blog in order to allow interaction between the jewelry consumer and the jewelry industry.

The JCOC helps industry professionals from some of the biggest names in jewelry (Cartier, Tiffany, Swarovski) to make informed decisions based on consumer research, trends, and jewelry market information. Using their knowledge and know-how, JCOC.tv is designed to be a social networking site specifically for the jewelry industry. JCOC.tv members have access to educational, entertaining, insider video about gems, jewelry and watches, posted by worldwide, industry experts. The forum and blog allow for interaction between industry expert, designer and consumer where both parties can learn from each other.

JCOC.tv just launched this month, so if you are a jewelry industry expert, designer or jewelry enthusiast--head on over and become an active member of the only social video network for the jewelry industry.

* Photo credit: Tiffany & Co.

Most admit (or at least I do) that they watch the Oscar's for the dresses and fashion savvy (or lack thereof) seen on the red carpet. Least we forget about the gorgeous jewelry that will take your breath away? Here are some of my favorites from Oscar's 80th:

You can see a vast array of celebrities and their jewelry at Yahoo Movies with images provided by Wire Image. Were there any jewels that captured your attention at the Academy Awards?

*Photo Credit: Wire Image & Yahoo Movies

The Indian Diamond and Colorstone Association will host its Annual Gala Awards Night on Saturday, May 31, 2008 at the Venetian Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada during the JCK Las Vegas Show, one of the most important jewelry trade shows in the world. The awards to be presented include the Retailer of the Year, E-Tailer of the Year, Doyenne of the Year, given to an influential woman in the industry each year, as well as the Pioneer Award which is given to an important figure in the Indian community whose leadership was instrumental in the industry's success.

This year the association will honor the Wal-Mart Group as the "Retailer of the Year." Ms. Pam Mortensen, General Merchandising Manager of the Jewelry Division will be accepting the award at the dinner.

The "E-Tailer of the Year" is being presented to Bidz.com. Mr. David Zinberg, President and CEO, will accept the award for Bidz.com. Bidz.com was founded in 1998 by Zinberg and now ranks second among online jewelry sites, with a 17 percent market share. Bidz.com recently launched a sister site Buyz.com, which sells jewelry for a fixed price.

Could the economy have played a role in the lack of excess jewelry that we saw on the red carpet for the Golden Globes last night? The overall jewelry theme appeared to be understated yet sophisticated; elegant but not over the top. We all love the glitz and glamour of the red carpet, but did anyone else notice a typically key jewelry piece missing from most celebrities looks? I sure did: the necklace.

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Did someone say diamonds? Michael C. Fina and TACORI, leaders in the jewelry and bridal industry, have partnered to host a diamond scavenger hunt in Manhattan on September 12, 2009 at 12:00 noon entitled the "Diamond Dash: Dash for a Diamond & a Cure." Proceeds generated through the dash will support The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS), of which Michael C. Fina is a National Supporting Sponsor.

Grand prize winners of the Diamond Dash will receive a beautiful handcrafted Tacori engagement ring setting, matched with a Tacori Diamond, both valued at approximately $20,000, as well as a honeymoon package to Waikoloa Beach Resort on Hawaii's Big Island, including roundtrip airfare and four nights hotel accommodations at Hilton Waikoloa Village. The dash will culminate with the ultimate romantic proposal. "Michael C. Fina is honored to host the 'Diamond Dash: Dash for a Diamond & a Cure.' With the help of our partners, we strive to bring awareness to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society while demonstrating how diamonds make a difference in everyone's lives," said Steven Fina, VP of Michael C. Fina.

One of the rarest and most highly prized minerals in the world is coming to Fernbank Museum of Natural History in the incredible exhibition GOLD. The exhibition, which opens September 26, 2009 and runs through January 3, 2010, explores the historical fascination with this enduring symbol of wealth, beauty, and power.

One of the most comprehensive exhibitions ever organized on this valued mineral, GOLD features a dramatic array of extraordinary geological specimens and cultural objects from around the world and presents the intriguing scientific and cultural story behind this cherished mineral. The exhibition follows the path of gold from the molten depths of Earth to glittering examples of jewelry and artifacts that captivated ancient civilizations. From gold rushes that shaped the world to the pop-culture baubles that continue to mesmerize us today, the galleries allow visitors to experience the attraction and splendor of the finest gold specimens on Earth and learn how gold has been located, mined, processed, and turned into objects both beautiful and useful.

Where To Get Engaged (www.WhereToGetEngaged.com) is excited to announce the World’s Most Perfectly Cut Diamond® Giveaway. Don’t miss your chance to win a beautiful 1 carat Hearts on Fire Diamond Ring valued at over $12,500.

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An unstoppable collaboration between R & B icon, Mary J. Bilge and luxury retailer, Gucci, is promoting social awareness for battered women. Gucci's partnership with Blige’s Center for Women in association with the Foundation for the Advancement of Women Now, hopes to draw attention to the cause with a limited edition watch. Hoping to educate, empower and encourage, Blige spoke from the heart and was quoted as saying, “As a child I never saw a confident woman- I only saw women being abused...there was so much pain growing up – it would have been in vain if I didn’t put myself out there.”

Bergio International, Inc. announces today that Berge Abajian, CEO and cutting-edge Designer of Bergio International, Inc., will make a personal appearance at Faini Designs Jewelry Studio in Sioux Falls, South Dakota Friday, December 11th and Saturday, December 12th. Bergio has been supplying Faini Designs Jewelry Studio with one-of-a-kind designs over the last 4 years. Unveiling the new Bergio Safari Collection will broaden revenue opportunities with the elite consumer in this region. "It is an exciting opportunity to interact with the elite consumer and customize their next upscale piece of jewelry," stated Berge Abajian, CEO of Bergio International, Inc.

Bergio is entering into its 20th year of operations and concentrates on boutique, upscale jewelry stores. It currently sells its jewelry to approximately 150 independent jewelry retailers across the United States. Bergio has spent millions in branding the Bergio brand through tradeshows, trade advertising, national advertising and billboard advertising since launching the line in 1995. Bergio has manufacturing control over its line as a result of having a manufacturing facility in New Jersey as well as subcontracts with facilities in Italy and Bangkok.

Starting January 28th, the Wittelsbach-Graff Diamond, which is a rare deep blue diamond weighing in at 31.06 carats, will go on display at the National Museum of Natural History. The rare gem is said to be from the same famous mine in India that the Hope Diamond was harvested from.

This gorgeous diamond that any girl could only hope for in their collection is said to have indeed had a female owner. The daughter of Philip IV of Spain was given this diamond when she became engaged to Emperor Leopold I of Austria. I guess the age old saying, “Something borrowed, something blue…” was alive and well even back in 1664.

It wasn't too difficult to notice a jewelry trend among celebrities last night at the Golden Globes as so many went sans necklace (although Julia Roberts' Van Cleef and Arpels necklace kind of made up the difference for everyone else.) However, no necklace meant giving way to larger statement earrings and they were something fierce. (My ear lobes screamed oh no, but my love of jewelry said oh yes!)

Woodford Reserve bourbon will celebrate the glamour and glitz of the Kentucky Derby with the Ultimate Kentucky Derby Luxury:  the world's most exclusive mint julep cup. The Woodford Reserve $1,000 Mint Julep Cup Experience will feature a collection of 73 silver cups designed by Tiffany & Co. exclusively for Woodford Reserve. Proceeds from the cups will benefit The Barnstable Brown Kentucky Diabetes & Obesity Center.

"We are so delighted to have The Barnstable Brown Kentucky Diabetes & Obesity Center be the beneficiary of this year's Woodford Reserve $1,000 Mint Julep Cup sales," said Tricia Barnstable Brown. "This wonderful partnership will further help the cause of diabetes research, education and care for years to come."

Owners of the Woodford Reserve $1,000 Mint Julep Cup will enjoy a mint julep featuring a unique set of ingredients from around the globe: raw-cane sugar made from 100 percent organic sugar cane grown in Brazil; Kentucky Colonel Mint from Louisville, KY which was grown in a used Woodford Reserve bourbon barrel; ice made of water from a 10,000-year-old glacier in the far northern region of the Pacific Ocean near the Gulf of Alaska; and a small batch of the Master Distiller's personal selection of Woodford Reserve super-premium bourbon. The 73 silver cups will be presented on Kentucky Derby Day at Churchill Downs in The Woodford Reserve $1,000 Mint Julep Cup Experience located near the clubhouse escalator inside Gate 10.

"Woodford Reserve is proud to partner with Tiffany & Co. to bring horse racing fans the most well-crafted mint julep cup ever to be sold," said Wayne Rose, Woodford Reserve brand director.  "Through the sale of these julep cups, we look forward to assisting The Barnstable Brown Diabetes and Obesity Center."

"Tiffany's great heritage of sterling silver craftsmanship was established in the late 19th century with the trophies our silversmiths created for the great horse races of the period," said Diane Brown, vice president of Tiffany & Co. "We are gratified to continue that heritage with the creation of these silver cups for Woodford Reserve bourbon for presentation at this year's Kentucky Derby and for the benefit of The Barnstable Brown Diabetes and Obesity Center."

Fans will also be able to follow Woodford Reserve online from exciting Derby events and activities via Twitter at @derbyinsider. Visit www.twitter.com/derbyinsider for all the details.

Accessory Exchange has announced the launch of its newest handbag collection, olivia + joy to debut exclusively at Macy's this week.

Abe Dweck, President of Accessory Exchange made the announcement. "I am very excited to announce the launch of our newest division, olivia + joy. We have given the exclusive launch to Macy's for a 03/25 delivery and will be expanding our distribution with other key retailers for 7/25 and beyond."

The forthcoming collection was the result of a great collaboration by the Accessory Exchange design team.  "We have been challenged by many of our key retail partners to inject some excitement back into the handbag department," says Dweck, "and with olivia + joy that is exactly what we have done." The general consensus was that the handbag departments were becoming too predictable, so olivia + joy was created to offer the fashion savvy consumers affordable bags that are on trend. The collection will represent the hottest handbag and accessories of the moment—delivering the right trend at the right time.

This first collection is very pretty and edgy at the same time. olivia + joy offers studs and chains, as well as ruffles and bows with a new twist. Color palettes are varied—from black and white for the rocker girl to muted pastels for the girly girl. The line includes all the newest twists on well-known silhouettes, such as the convertible mini bags with removal straps that turn into a clutch, and more.

Accessory Exchange intends to expand the product offerings to include belts and leg wear for 4th quarter. Retail price points will range from $48 to $98.

From international jetsetter to model to entrepreneur, Melania Trump is about to add the title of "jewelry designer" to her resume as she unveils her debut collection for QVC. The Slovenian beauty is scheduled to appear on QVC Friday, April 30 at 9:00 PM (ET) to debut the Melania™ Timepieces & Fashion Jewelry line and give viewers an inside look at the inspiration behind the pieces.

The collection, which was created especially for QVC, incorporates design elements that are indigenous to the three cities that Trump calls home: New York City, Palm Beach and Paris. Featuring an exquisite assortment of pieces, including classic leather watches, bold statement necklaces and striking cocktail rings, the Melania™ Timepieces & Fashion Jewelry line ranges in price from $30.00 to $200.00.

Luxury PR: G3 Jewelry Inc. announces the first edition of its highly anticipated watch, the G3 Mile High diamond watch.  As a new edition to its popular luxury jewelry line, these Swiss made timepieces expand on G3 Jewelry's extraordinary level of fine jewelry design and craftsmanship to provide watch connoisseurs with a unique signature offering.

Designed by the company's CEO & Chief Designer Quincy Brown, the G3 Mile High watch design is inspired by the emotional characteristics one experiences while traveling in a private jet, a G-3 jet to be exact. "I designed the G3 Mile High diamond watch line to provide a select group of individuals with a unique time-piece that offers a level of luxury, exclusivity and visibility that's currently unavailable in the marketplace. We use the highest quality diamonds; natural colored pink, yellow and black diamonds available for clients who choose the 'Colored Ice' version of the G3 'Mile High'. There's no other watch like it on earth, which is easy for us to say because our G3 logo is main design element in the face of the watch," states Brown.

With all wedding invitations from Vponsale.com, the company will be sending out a free gift of carefully selected jewelry to complement their wedding invites.

Now five years old Vponsale are celebrating by giving this free jewelry away to all their customers. Give as a gift to your bridesmaids or keep for a party – Vponsalewill also send you more free jewelry if you send in pictures of you wearing their free gift.

Vponsale let customers choose which free ring, broach or necklace they would like sent out with their wedding invitations – allowing you to be personal with your gift to your bridesmaids. There are a wide range of earrings, bracelets and crystal necklaces to choose from.

And if you send in photographs of you or your bridesmaids wearing their free jewelry – Vponsale with send you another free gift. And the more wedding invitations you order the more free jewelry Vponsale will send you.

All wedding invitations from Vponsale are custom made using only the finest paper and state-of-the-art printing technology.

They have an easy to order website with the ability to check your proofs online and all wedding invites are delivered using only the most trusted courier companies.

And with no high street stores to worry about, Vponsale can manufacture and supply wedding invitations through their online service at a fraction of the price of high street shops.

Vponsale are leading suppliers of wedding dresses, bridal gowns, bridesmaid dresses and wedding invitations. For more information on their free jewelry offer please visit their website.

I am completely obsessed with history, especially as it relates to jewelry, as each period in time tells a tale of how life was once lived. At the Carnegie Museum of Natural History in Pittsburgh, PA, now through October 17th, you can step back into time to view jewelry pieces that have been preserved since as far back as 2000 B.C.

The adornment of jewelry was just as much a statement of status and worth in ancient times as it is today. Which, in a sense, brings about duplicity in the meaning of "statement jewelry." For big, bold jewelry pieces with intricate designs, unique stones and precious metals are not something 21st century jewelry designers created based on trends on the runway; but are something that have been in place since our ancestors.

Are you as facinated with jewlery that has a history as I am? What is the most interesting piece you have come across? 

Pictured: A cut-steel English necklace from 1860, which is on display at the Carnegie Museum of Natural History.

Did you watch the Emmy Awards last night? The jewelry seen on the Red Carpet was amazing! Although I was surprised to see some celebrities wearing minimal, if any jewelry at all. As usual, overstated, over-the-top, statement jewelry was the jewelry trend last night and the  favorite metal had to be Platinum (and I loved every minute of it!)

By far, jewelry from Lorraine Schwartz had to be the hands down celeb favorite of the night. From Heid Klum to Sofia Vergara to Emily Blunt to Lea Michele to Jane Krakowski, so many celebrities were wearing her intricate and embellished jewelry. My favorite had to be the necklace worn by Lea Michele, who just looked amazing all together, I don't think there was a single fashion or beauty don't with her last night!

Cartier was were worn by celebrities like January Jones (did you see that dress? Yikes!) and Dianna Agron. 

I was excited to hear that Naya Rivera's ring and brooch were from Le Vian. (Le Vian is my most favorite jewelry brand!) The ring was 14K set in strawberry gold and the brooch was a multi-colored Sapphire flower. The jewelry was simple and brilliant, her hair? Not so much.

Which celebrity wore your favorite jewelry of the night?

* Photo source: Just Jared

DailyCandy, the popular women's lifestyle resource, today introduced its first-ever Fashion Week series, profiling nine NYC-based indie designers as they create their spring 2011 collections, to be shown this month in New York. The series chronicles the struggles and triumphs of building a collection for Fashion Week and gives readers an insightful view into some of DailyCandy's favorite indie designers. To complement the experience, Swirl by DailyCandy, the company's apparel and accessories site, will sell five of the designers' current fall collections starting September 8, 2010.

"For months, DailyCandy editors have been playing 'fly-on-the-wall' with these nine talents," said Janet Ozzard, DailyCandy's editor-in-chief. "They gave us great access to their process and their daily lives. This unique close look, combined with the ability to purchase from designers' current lines, makes a great, unified Fashion Week experience for our readers."

Saks Fifth Avenue hosted thousands of customers at last night's Fashion's Night Out celebration.  Customers were able to meet designers, play games with celebrities and super models and shop the latest looks for fall, all while enjoying cosmetic giveaways, mini-makeovers and expert styling advice.  

In just a few hours, the store completely sold out of Fashion's Night Out t-shirts.  Sales of the t-shirts benefit the NYC Aids Fund.  

Chairman and CEO Steve Sadove noted, "Saks Fifth Avenue was proud to participate in the second annual Fashion's Night Out. Thousands of customers visited our store to meet their favorite designers, see the latest fashions and have fun while shopping.  Our store has always been about the excitement of fashion and this year's Fashion's Night Out was the perfect kick off to the fall season."

Donna Karan kicked off the evening by celebrating her 25th Anniversary on the 2nd floor, along with actress Claire Danes.

Gossip Girl's Ed Westwick played darts with customers and designer Simon Spurr.

Customers got in bed with designers Viktor Horsting and Rolf Snoeren.

Super model Karolina Kurkova, Gossip Girl's Jessica Szohr and designers Chris Benz, Peter Som and Rachel Roy played bingo.

Vogue's Meredith Melling Burke hosted a "Win, Lose or Draw" sketching game show between Christian Cota, Prabal Gurung, Diane Kruger, Heidi Mount and Coca Rocha.

Christian Siriano played Pictionary with Veronica Webb and customers.

Zac Posen and super model Coco Rocha danced with customers and gave away tickets to Zac's show.

Rock 'n' roll royalty, Alexandra and Theodora Richards and model Selita Ebanks tried on shoes with Sergio Rossi's Creative Director, Francesco Russo, as DJ Rachel Chandler played tunes in Saks' renowned 10022-SHOE department.

Charlotte Ronson made friendship bracelets in her pop up shop, while rocking out to the music of her DJ brother, Mark Ronson, on the 5th floor.

Tom Pecheux, the Estee Lauder creative director, celebrated the Pure Drama of Pure Color with the super models Constance Jablonski, Hilary Rhoda, Liu Wen and Carolyn Murphy.

TABOO, of the Black Eyed Peas, presented the latest shoes from his Taboo/Jump sneaker collaboration.

British jewelry designer, Stephen Webster, met with customers as he presented his latest collection, the 7 Deadly Sins.

Frederic Fekkai gave styling tips and tricks, for the best 'rocker' hair.

Other notable guests included Rebecca Minkoff, Joy Gryson, Katherine Kwei, Jade Jagger, DJ Harley Viera Newton, musicians Matt White and Dan Black.

QVC celebrated its largest New York Fashion Week presence with live programming from its first NYC pop-up location in Rockefeller Center featuring a consumer shop and broadcast studio.  

Designed to offer consumers the ultimate QVC shopping experience, the pop-up store showcased a selection of QVC's most exciting brands. From September 10 – 15, products ranging from fashion, beauty and jewelry to home and electronics were featured and the store served as a location for personal appearances by a selection of QVC's favorite personalities and brands. The store also enabled shoppers to play with QVC's latest interactive shopping platforms, from its smartphone and iPad apps to desktop and TV widgets.

For over twenty-three years, Gideon's Jewelry in Los Angeles has been a premier dealer of top-tier authentic watches, writing instruments, and jewelry. Though the majority of Gideon's customer transactions have been through in-store visits to its location on Topanga Canyon Boulevard, a growing number of orders are made through phone, as the helpful staff is willing to accommodate all reasonable inquiries regarding its extensive selection. As an additional convenience to its loyal customers and prospective customers alike, Gideon's Jewelry has revamped its website, allowing users to easily navigate through thousands of its brilliant jewelry items.

Once on the new Gideon's Jewelry website, users will be able to browse through the selection based on brand (Mont Blanc, Tag Heuer, etc...), jewelry type (i.e. watch, ring, etc...), and by advanced searches on the website through the "search" box. An aspect of the Gideon's website that distinguishes it from other online jewelry retailers is the fact that no prices are displayed on the site. This may seem like a hindrance to some customers, but the reason for this absence is well-founded; as an authorized dealer for a majority of its fine jewelry items, especially watches and writing instruments, Gideon's has agreed to terms and conditions with its suppliers in which prices cannot be displayed on the site. However, by looking through the online selection, users are now able to make more informed choices when they call Gideon's and inquire or make an order. Furthermore, the friendly staff at Gideon's Jewelry is able to provide live streaming video of any product desired. One must simply call Gideon's and request a video sample of the product in interest, and a streaming video will be sent to the email address provided.

Gideon's Jewelry is proud to be extending the accessibility of its revered selection of exclusive Swiss watches, writing instruments, rings, and more to those who don't live in the Los Angeles Area. With a phone call, savvy shoppers from all over the county can now get these incredible items shipped right to their doors.

Gideon's Jewelry is a Better Business Bureau accredited dealer of fine jewelry and accessories. Visit online at www.gideonsjewelry.com or call at 1-877-992-3377

For over twenty-three years, Gideon's Jewelry in Los Angeles has been a premier dealer of top-tier authentic watches, writing instruments, and jewelry. Though the majority of Gideon's customer transactions have been through in-store visits to its location on Topanga Canyon Boulevard, a growing number of orders are made through phone, as the helpful staff is willing to accommodate all reasonable inquiries regarding its extensive selection. As an additional convenience to its loyal customers and prospective customers alike, Gideon's Jewelry has revamped its website, allowing users to easily navigate through thousands of its brilliant jewelry items.

Once on the new Gideon's Jewelry website, users will be able to browse through the selection based on brand (Mont Blanc, Tag Heuer, etc...), jewelry type (i.e. watch, ring, etc...), and by advanced searches on the website through the "search" box. An aspect of the Gideon's website that distinguishes it from other online jewelry retailers is the fact that no prices are displayed on the site. This may seem like a hindrance to some customers, but the reason for this absence is well-founded; as an authorized dealer for a majority of its fine jewelry items, especially watches and writing instruments, Gideon's has agreed to terms and conditions with its suppliers in which prices cannot be displayed on the site. However, by looking through the online selection, users are now able to make more informed choices when they call Gideon's and inquire or make an order. Furthermore, the friendly staff at Gideon's Jewelry is able to provide live streaming video of any product desired. One must simply call Gideon's and request a video sample of the product in interest, and a streaming video will be sent to the email address provided.

Gideon's Jewelry is proud to be extending the accessibility of its revered selection of exclusive Swiss watches, writing instruments, rings, and more to those who don't live in the Los Angeles Area. With a phone call, savvy shoppers from all over the county can now get these incredible items shipped right to their doors.

Gideon's Jewelry is a Better Business Bureau accredited dealer of fine jewelry and accessories. Visit online at www.gideonsjewelry.com or call at 1-877-992-3377

The 2010 Christmas Book was unveiled today by luxury retailer Neiman Marcus in Dallas. The 84th edition of this legendary book continues Neiman Marcus's unmatched reputation of offering its customers a selection of whimsical gifts that create once in a lifetime opportunities for their recipients.

The arrival of the Christmas Book is considered by many to mark the official start of the holiday shopping season. This year's edition of the Christmas Book carries on the Neiman Marcus tradition of presenting a refined selection of items across a broad range of categories for everyone on your holiday shopping list. With a new collection of fantasy gifts certain to satisfy even the most indulgent appetite, the Christmas Book features exceptional and distinctive gifts and experiences, including a Tequila Avion private party by Colin Cowie, a Dale Chihuly pool installation, a gourd ukulele handmade by Danny Ferrington, and a limited edition Leica M9 camera. This year's featured car is the 2011 Neiman Marcus Edition Camaro Convertible.

The 2010 Christmas Book was unveiled today by luxury retailer Neiman Marcus in Dallas. The 84th edition of this legendary book continues Neiman Marcus's unmatched reputation of offering its customers a selection of whimsical gifts that create once in a lifetime opportunities for their recipients.

The arrival of the Christmas Book is considered by many to mark the official start of the holiday shopping season. This year's edition of the Christmas Book carries on the Neiman Marcus tradition of presenting a refined selection of items across a broad range of categories for everyone on your holiday shopping list. With a new collection of fantasy gifts certain to satisfy even the most indulgent appetite, the Christmas Book features exceptional and distinctive gifts and experiences, including a Tequila Avion private party by Colin Cowie, a Dale Chihuly pool installation, a gourd ukulele handmade by Danny Ferrington, and a limited edition Leica M9 camera. This year's featured car is the 2011 Neiman Marcus Edition Camaro Convertible.

The 2010 Christmas Book was unveiled today by luxury retailer Neiman Marcus in Dallas. The 84th edition of this legendary book continues Neiman Marcus's unmatched reputation of offering its customers a selection of whimsical gifts that create once in a lifetime opportunities for their recipients.

The arrival of the Christmas Book is considered by many to mark the official start of the holiday shopping season. This year's edition of the Christmas Book carries on the Neiman Marcus tradition of presenting a refined selection of items across a broad range of categories for everyone on your holiday shopping list. With a new collection of fantasy gifts certain to satisfy even the most indulgent appetite, the Christmas Book features exceptional and distinctive gifts and experiences, including a Tequila Avion private party by Colin Cowie, a Dale Chihuly pool installation, a gourd ukulele handmade by Danny Ferrington, and a limited edition Leica M9 camera. This year's featured car is the 2011 Neiman Marcus Edition Camaro Convertible.

The 2010 Christmas Book was unveiled today by luxury retailer Neiman Marcus in Dallas. The 84th edition of this legendary book continues Neiman Marcus's unmatched reputation of offering its customers a selection of whimsical gifts that create once in a lifetime opportunities for their recipients.

The arrival of the Christmas Book is considered by many to mark the official start of the holiday shopping season. This year's edition of the Christmas Book carries on the Neiman Marcus tradition of presenting a refined selection of items across a broad range of categories for everyone on your holiday shopping list. With a new collection of fantasy gifts certain to satisfy even the most indulgent appetite, the Christmas Book features exceptional and distinctive gifts and experiences, including a Tequila Avion private party by Colin Cowie, a Dale Chihuly pool installation, a gourd ukulele handmade by Danny Ferrington, and a limited edition Leica M9 camera. This year's featured car is the 2011 Neiman Marcus Edition Camaro Convertible.

HSN, a leading multichannel retailer, and Lucky magazine are furthering their highly successful partnership by launching a new, one-of-a-kind capsule collection with three of the industry's most sought-after designers. This exclusive collection consists of limited-edition clothing, shoes, handbags and accessories created by LP by Linea Pelle, Thread by Thread Social, and Matt Bernson Special Project, and will be available during a four-hour live television special on HSN Tuesday, October 19 from 1PM to 3PM ET and 10PM to 12AM ET.  The three designers will appear alongside host and Lucky editor Elise Loehnen.

Kensie today announced the launch of its ecommerce site at kensie.com. The 'pretty with an edge' brand provides runway inspired pieces for the modern girl and launches the online shopping site with the full collection of kensie and a select amount of kensiegirl, including shoes and handbags.

"Historically, our site has been a great creative tool to showcase the kensie brand. Changing to an ecommerce site takes kensie to the next level," says Eric Karls, president of kensie. "The ecommerce site further expands our reach, providing additional access to kensie products."

The site provides trend features on current looks with the kensie spin, a blog reflecting kensie culture, and the "I feel pretty" function allowing users to share their idea of pretty. It will be a go-to site for those looking for ideas on dressing in a 'paris meets street' sort of way.

kensie.com launches with the "Watch me change" video highlighting the ever-evolving way girls dress and an offer to receive $25 off your first purchase.

GiveLove, the non-profit organization supporting relief efforts for displaced victims in Haiti and The Everlon Diamond Knot Collection, came together for a private dinner on October 23 in Beverly Hills to raise immediate funding efforts for Haiti relief victims.  

The benefit dinner sponsored by The Everlon Diamond Knot Collection included GiveLove co-founders *Rosetta Getty and *Patricia Arquette along with *Debra Messing, *Maria Bello, Joaquin Phoenix, Amber Valetta, *Patti Hansen, *Theodora Richards, Rebecca Gayheart, Eric Dane, Rosanna Arquette, Balthazar Getty, and *Shiva Rose.

"With the current cholera outbreak happening in Haiti it is more evident now than ever to stress the importance of sanitation systems," GiveLove co-founder Patricia Arquette said. "We're appreciative to work with The Everlon Diamond Knot Collection to host this dinner in raising funds for our immediate programs."

Jewelry Information Center (JIC), the consumer education arm of Jewelers of America (JA), has announced the Top 10 finalists of inspiring individuals in its Gems Among Us Contest. The nationwide essay contest recognizes the individuals who make our world a better place in the run-up to the Thanksgiving holiday. JIC is asking the public to vote at www.JIC.org/gemcontest for their favorite essay to determine the grand-prize winners through November 22 at 12 p.m. EST.

The Top 10 finalists were selected from a group of nearly 700 essays entered from all over the country, from September 13 through October 25, 2010, on www.JIC.org/gemcontest. The finalists consist of family members, friends, teachers, and neighbors – people who have battled illness, inspired those around them through their selfless actions, and/or have given of themselves fully without restraint.

Elin Nordegren continues to wow me with the graceful way she is handling such a high profile divorce from her well known cheating ex, Tiger Woods. Unlike other celebrities who air their dirty laundry, Nordegren has kept a low profile. And in a continuation of showing the upmost class, she is looking to turn another painful memory into an effort for something positive.

Nordegren will be auctioning off the jewelry Woods gave her during the course of their 5-year marriage (including her engagement ring) through Sotheby's, with some of the money raised earmarked for a mental health clinic that Nordegren is looking to start (she is currently pursuing a degree in Psychology), and some of the other portion raised will also go to charitable causes. Some of the jewelry comes from fine jewelry brands such as Cartier, Harry Winston and Tiffany & Co.

The auction has been projected to yield approximately $2.5 million. Would you buy one of Nordegren's jewelry pieces? I'm guessing it would make a good conversation starter.

*Photo Credit: Picapp

ToyWatch, the leader in fashion watches, today announced its first-ever freestanding retail store in the United States. The ToyWatch Flagship store will be located at 509 Madison Avenue, in midtown Manhattan. The highly anticipated boutique will carry the single largest assortment of ToyWatches available in the country. The ToyWatch store will open its doors on Monday, December 6, 2010.

“We are thrilled to open the first US ToyWatch flagship store in New York City. The ToyWatch flagship store is a mix of elegance, class and harkens back to the Italian roots of the ToyWatch brand. New York is one of the most influential fashion epicenters in the world and an important inspiration for the ToyWatch brand,” said Mara Poletti, Vice President of ToyWatch Global.

Gus Mehas, the new Vice President and Managing Director of the US Market for ToyWatch added, “This ToyWatch Flagship store is the first of several stores which we will open in the United States in the months to come. We’re very proud to open in New York first.”

The product assortment will range from the signature ToyWatch Plasteramic collection in a rainbow of over 40 colors and styles, which have been worn by celebrities and politicians alike, to the ever popular and interchangeable Jelly and Jelly Looped watch collections, which create over150 different combinations, to the Heavy Metal collection, which combines gleaming metal and Plasteramic on the bezels and links. In addition, the much-anticipated ToyWatch Missoni Limited Edition collection, ToyWatch dressed by Missoni, will be available at the Flagship store.

The store design, marked by minimal chic elegance, highlights the ToyWatch product. The interior of the 750 square foot store will feature black lacquered cases with stainless steel detailing and smoked glass. Translucent light box walls with bright imagery of the watches and light panel details will accent the reflective black walls of the store. The store will be open from 10 AM to 7 PM Monday through Friday, 10 AM to 6 PM Saturday and 12 Noon to 6 PM on Sunday.

ToyWatch is available on five continents in over 2,000 jewelry, fashion and department stores worldwide. ToyWatch Flagship boutiques are located in Milan, Venice, Rome, Porto Cervo, London, Hong Kong, Paris and now in New York City. For more information, please visit http://www.toywatchusa.com or http://www.toywatch-it.com.

Jewelry Information Center (JIC) - the consumer education arm of Jewelers of America - held its Ninth Annual GEM Awards gala, January 7, at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York. The star-studded event - considered "the Academy Awards of the fine jewelry industry" - featured Hollywood, jewelry and sports icons including Jennifer Hudson, Cynthia Nixon, Neil Lane and Boomer Esiason.

JIC's GEM Awards recognizes outstanding achievements of individuals and companies whose work raises the visibility of fine jewelry and watches. The gala was hosted by Lloyd Boston, a style expert, author and Emmy-nominated host of HDTV's "Closet Cases."  

The evening celebrated jewelry glamour as Academy Award- and Grammy-winner Jennifer Hudson presented the GEM Award for Jewelry Style to celebrity jeweler Neil Lane. Lane was honored for consistently inspiring and fostering both consumer desire and profound media interest in jewelry. His vintage-inspired pieces – red carpet favorites – have influenced jewelry style and design for the last 20 years. His latest endeavor, Neil Lane Bridal™ for Kay Jewelers, makes his coveted jewelry accessible to women nationwide.  Jennifer Hudson dazzled in Neil Lane fancy-colored diamond and platinum chandelier earrings, white and fancy-colored diamond and platinum cuff and a white and fancy-colored diamond and platinum cocktail ring.

Rent the Runway, the leading online destination for dress and accessory rentals, continues its rapid expansion with Rent the Runway Weddings, a natural next step in the online rental business. The new site will cater to the bride, her bridesmaids, and wedding guests by offering exclusive bridesmaid collections, bridal accessories, and styling services. The bridesmaid collections have been designed exclusively for Rent the Runway Weddings by top designers Badgley Mischka, Robert Rodriguez and Nicole Miller.  Additional non-exclusive styles will be available from Shoshanna and Calypso. To celebrate the launch, Rent the Runway will be offering a week's worth of prizes from brands such as Fresh Cosmetics, Spanx, and Blueprint Cleanse.    

Jenny Fleiss, President and Co-Founder of Rent the Runway stated, "Bridesmaid dresses are the quintessential dress women only wear once. With Rent the Runway Weddings, we'll finally solve the '27 Dresses' problem."

Doyle New York, one of the world's foremost auctioneers and appraisers, will auction the estate of the legendary performer and civil rights pioneer Lena Horne on Wednesday, February 23 at 2pm. The auction offers approximately 200 lots of fine art, costume jewelry, accessories, gowns, memorabilia, decorations, silver, furniture, photographs and books from Lena Horne's home on Manhattan's Upper East Side.

Highlighting the auction is a colorful abstract painting by famed African-American artist Charles Alston. It is estimated to sell for $30,000-50,000. Other works from Lena Horne's art collection include a painting of boaters by David Burliuk, a portrait painting of her by Geoffrey Holder, and a bronze sculpture of her by Peter Lambda. Photographs in the sale feature works by African-American photographer James Van Der Zee, fashion photographer Richard Avedon, and Carl Van Vechten.

From Lena Horne's wardrobe are luxurious costume jewelry and accessories by Chanel, couture by Giorgio di Sant'Angelo, and trunks by Louis Vuitton.

Among the books and autographs are inscribed books from Eloise illustrator Hilary Knight, Madeline author Ludwig Bemelmans, and African-American writer Langston Hughes.

Born in Brooklyn, Lena Horne (1917-2010) began her professional life at 16 in the chorus line at Harlem's Cotton Club, before moving to Hollywood and appearing in a series of acclaimed film roles. Beginning in the 1950s, she focused increasingly on live performance, becoming one of the world's premiere nightclub entertainers. Through her many recordings and television appearances, millions more became her fans.

The public is invited to the exhibition of the Estate of Lena Horne on view from Friday, February 18 through Tuesday, February 22.  Doyle New York is located at 175 East 87th Street in Manhattan.

The free, fully illustrated Internet auction catalogue may be viewed at DoyleNewYork.com. The deluxe souvenir auction catalogue with a biography of Lena Horne by her daughter, Gail Lumet Buckley, is available for $25. For information, call 212-427-2730 or visit DoyleNewYork.com

At Leibish & Co., we strive to fill the unique niche of supplying natural Fancy Color diamonds in all colors and sizes. As a family-run business of over 30-years, we take immense pride in what we do, yet are always looking for ways to do things even better. Every member of our team has a specific expertise.

Achieving customer satisfaction is our primary focus. Highest quality workmanship is our calling card. We design, manufacture and market jewelry made from diamonds that are precisely calibrated for size, and graded for color. We listen to our customers and match our diamonds and our service to fit their individual needs, as is evidenced in our I Vouch page.
Our wide assortment of fancy shapes enables designers to produce jewelry with creativity and sophistication. Leibish & Co. guarantees the authenticity of the natural color of every stone. We also offer customers a service policy to ensure complete satisfaction, regardless of the size of the order.

The 2011 Baselword is center stage for the finest quality diamonds and jewelry. At this year’s show Leibish & Co. will be presenting its latest Internally Flawless Diamond Collection. In the words of our company’s President, Leibish Polnauer: “Flawless is in. Flawless is cool. Flawless is eternal. We all want to be perfect; however Mother Nature only bestowed these gifts on precious few.”

In addition, Leibish & Co. will be displaying its unique high end jewelry collection of in-house designs, created in its Hong Kong Atelier, Podicko. “For us,” says Mr. Polnauer, “the ultimate is when a client asks us to create an original piece of jewelry.

Mai Sato-Flores, who was born and raised in Japan, watched the news of the earthquake, tsunami and ensuing radiation disaster with great emotional pain. After feeling helpless she decided she would take action doing something she knows to help those in need.

She designed the "Rising Sun” in both necklace and earrings with red garnet and white moonstone gems in the form of a circle to show unity with the people of Japan, and she donates 50% of the proceeds from sales on her website to the Red Cross for the Japanese Relief Fund. She makes each one of these intricately designed pieces by hand.

The Annenberg Space for Photography is pleased to announce its next exhibit — BEAUTY CULTURE, a photographic exploration of how feminine beauty is defined, challenged and revered in modern society.

Featuring works from iconic photographers such as Albert Watson, Bert Stern, Herb Ritts, Man Ray, Jean-Paul Goude, Guy Bourdin, Horst, Melvin Sokolsky, Matthew Rolston, Philippe Halsman, Lauren Greenfield and Tyen, BEAUTY CULTURE encourages a social dialogue about the allure and mystique of the pursuit of female beauty, as well as the cult-like glorification and multi-billion dollar industries that surround it.

Daring, provocative and at times controversial, the exhibition presents diverse viewpoints on beauty as it has evolved through the 20th and 21st centuries.   The exhibition compellingly illustrates the power of the still image in shaping cultural ideals and expectations of feminine beauty – and photography's undeniable influence on conceptions of the Self.

In honor of The Brenda Novak for the Cure of Diabetes CEO Pierce Mattie is auctioning off his famed rolodex of media contacts. Pierce will give you the best magazine editors, TV producers and websites to pitch your brand, book, product or company. Any industry welcome; beauty, fashion, jewelry, lifestyle, books, etc. (the auction item reads specific to fiction authors as that is the theme of the charity)

Contacts can be both national and regional. Pierce will not only give you their names, but also their email addresses, telephone numbers and mailing address.

Pierce will also critique your press kit, help create a PR calendar and role-play with your pitch.

To view this item click here.

NOTE: This does not guarantee any media placements. Pierce will not pitch the press for you but will help you do it yourself.

On Thurs., Sept. 8, Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa welcomes Fashion's Night Out back to Los Angeles for a second year with an appearance at Beverly Center. Mayor Villaraigosa announced, "I am proud that for the second straight year the City of Los Angeles is participating in Fashion's Night Out. This event showcases the diverse and creative talent of our fashion industry that generates $5.7 billion in sales for the City and directly supports over 100,000 jobs."

Beverly Center's Opening Ceremony for the citywide event commences at 5 p.m. with Mayor Villaraigosa followed by a luxury fashion show at 5:30 p.m. Other planned activities include a second fashion show at 8 p.m., which will showcase the Center's contemporary/junior merchants. This year marks Beverly Center's second-year collaboration with Fashion's Night Out, The City of LA and the Mayor's Office of Economic and Business Policy. Fashion's Night Out (FNO) 2011 is also marked by new sponsors joining the local effort and includes Presenting Sponsor BMW North America and Supporting Sponsors Maybelline New York, Obika Mozzarella Bar, Pisco Portón and WEN by Chaz Dean and Chaz Dean Salon Hollywood. Free self-parking will be available from 3-11 p.m.

2011's participating stores (partial list) include luxury retailers like BURBERRY, FENDI, LOUIS VUITTON, OMEGA, PRADA, SALVATORE FERRAGAMO and YVES SAINT LAURENT that will join anchor stores Bloomingdale's and Macy's.  Contemporary/junior and point of difference brands BCBGMAXAZRIA, Bebe, Ben Sherman, Express, Forever XXI, Henri Bendel, Max&Co., Steve Madden, Traffic Los Angeles, True Religion Brand Jeans, White House l Black Market and many more are also featured.  Further, Beverly Center has aligned with HL Group, who will be working with top designers and luxury merchants for a fashion show and exclusive in-store activations at the Center to make it the first and only stop of the night.  For specific programming at Beverly Center for FNO, please go to the FNO website (www.fashionsnightout.com) on August 15th for event information.

Fashion's Night Out is an unprecedented global initiative originally created in 2009 to celebrate fashion, restore consumer confidence and boost the industry's economy during the recession. On Sept. 8, 2011, in response to overwhelming demand, Fashion's Night Out will return to New York City, Los Angeles and over 100 other cities nationwide to highlight fashion and support retail with exciting events that include designer appearances, celebrity guests, fashion shows and musical performances. In the United States, the program is collaboration between American Vogue, the Council of Fashion Designers of America, NYC & Company and the City of New York. Find more information at www.fashionsnightout.com and on Facebook and Twitter (@fnonyc, #FNO).

Fashion's Night Out returns to Beverly Center for a second year in conjunction with a worldwide celebration of fashion. The Center's participation is part of a national effort to drive the retail economy in Los Angeles, create shopping excitement and celebrate LA's iconic fashion influences that are synonymous with Beverly Center. With more than 25,000 people in attendance and 80 participating stores in 2010, Beverly Center experienced an unprecedented response to this high-profile event. On Sept. 8, Beverly Center will host a star-studded evening with a large-scale fashion show, shopper incentives, music and more.  For details, visit www.beverlycenter.com.

On Thurs., Sept. 8, Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa welcomes Fashion's Night Out back to Los Angeles for a second year with an appearance at Beverly Center. Mayor Villaraigosa announced, "I am proud that for the second straight year the City of Los Angeles is participating in Fashion's Night Out. This event showcases the diverse and creative talent of our fashion industry that generates $5.7 billion in sales for the City and directly supports over 100,000 jobs."

Beverly Center's Opening Ceremony for the citywide event commences at 5 p.m. with Mayor Villaraigosa followed by a luxury fashion show at 5:30 p.m. Other planned activities include a second fashion show at 8 p.m., which will showcase the Center's contemporary/junior merchants. This year marks Beverly Center's second-year collaboration with Fashion's Night Out, The City of LA and the Mayor's Office of Economic and Business Policy. Fashion's Night Out (FNO) 2011 is also marked by new sponsors joining the local effort and includes Presenting Sponsor BMW North America and Supporting Sponsors Maybelline New York, Obika Mozzarella Bar, Pisco Portón and WEN by Chaz Dean and Chaz Dean Salon Hollywood. Free self-parking will be available from 3-11 p.m.

2011's participating stores (partial list) include luxury retailers like BURBERRY, FENDI, LOUIS VUITTON, OMEGA, PRADA, SALVATORE FERRAGAMO and YVES SAINT LAURENT that will join anchor stores Bloomingdale's and Macy's.  Contemporary/junior and point of difference brands BCBGMAXAZRIA, Bebe, Ben Sherman, Express, Forever XXI, Henri Bendel, Max&Co., Steve Madden, Traffic Los Angeles, True Religion Brand Jeans, White House l Black Market and many more are also featured.  Further, Beverly Center has aligned with HL Group, who will be working with top designers and luxury merchants for a fashion show and exclusive in-store activations at the Center to make it the first and only stop of the night.  For specific programming at Beverly Center for FNO, please go to the FNO website (www.fashionsnightout.com) on August 15th for event information.

Fashion's Night Out is an unprecedented global initiative originally created in 2009 to celebrate fashion, restore consumer confidence and boost the industry's economy during the recession. On Sept. 8, 2011, in response to overwhelming demand, Fashion's Night Out will return to New York City, Los Angeles and over 100 other cities nationwide to highlight fashion and support retail with exciting events that include designer appearances, celebrity guests, fashion shows and musical performances. In the United States, the program is collaboration between American Vogue, the Council of Fashion Designers of America, NYC & Company and the City of New York. Find more information at www.fashionsnightout.com and on Facebook and Twitter (@fnonyc, #FNO).

Fashion's Night Out returns to Beverly Center for a second year in conjunction with a worldwide celebration of fashion. The Center's participation is part of a national effort to drive the retail economy in Los Angeles, create shopping excitement and celebrate LA's iconic fashion influences that are synonymous with Beverly Center. With more than 25,000 people in attendance and 80 participating stores in 2010, Beverly Center experienced an unprecedented response to this high-profile event. On Sept. 8, Beverly Center will host a star-studded evening with a large-scale fashion show, shopper incentives, music and more.  For details, visit www.beverlycenter.com.

I just got word that SHAPE Magazine is holding their 2011 Best Blogger Awards and are asking for your vote for the best blogs in 6 different categories: beauty, healthy living, food, fitness, weight loss and sports. Typically I wouldn't weigh in on an awards contest like this, but this time I'm slightly biased because one of our own was nominated.

You may be familiar with Shannon Nelson's posts on the beauty, fashion, fitness, jewelry and PR blog here at Pierce Mattie for the last 5 years, but she also has a blog of her own that she began well before writing for our PR firm. A Girl's Gotta Spa! is nominated in the beauty category and I personally want to encourage you to vote for her. You can do so by going to the Best Beauty Blogger ballot and selecting A Girl's Gotta Spa!

I hope you don't mind this break from our usual posting--but I want to make sure she knows we support her. Good luck Shannon!

I just got word that SHAPE Magazine is holding their 2011 Best Blogger Awards and are asking for your vote for the best blogs in 6 different categories: beauty, healthy living, food, fitness, weight loss and sports. Typically I wouldn't weigh in on an awards contest like this, but this time I'm slightly biased because one of our own was nominated.

You may be familiar with Shannon Nelson's posts on the beauty, fashion, fitness, jewelry and PR blog here at Pierce Mattie for the last 5 years, but she also has a blog of her own that she began well before writing for our PR firm. A Girl's Gotta Spa! is nominated in the beauty category and I personally want to encourage you to vote for her. You can do so by going to the Best Beauty Blogger ballot and selecting A Girl's Gotta Spa!

I hope you don't mind this break from our usual posting--but I want to make sure she knows we support her. Good luck Shannon!

I just got word that SHAPE Magazine is holding their 2011 Best Blogger Awards and are asking for your vote for the best blogs in 6 different categories: beauty, healthy living, food, fitness, weight loss and sports. Typically I wouldn't weigh in on an awards contest like this, but this time I'm slightly biased because one of our own was nominated.

You may be familiar with Shannon Nelson's posts on the beauty, fashion, fitness, jewelry and PR blog here at Pierce Mattie for the last 5 years, but she also has a blog of her own that she began well before writing for our PR firm. A Girl's Gotta Spa! is nominated in the beauty category and I personally want to encourage you to vote for her. You can do so by going to the Best Beauty Blogger ballot and selecting A Girl's Gotta Spa!

I hope you don't mind this break from our usual posting--but I want to make sure she knows we support her. Good luck Shannon!

Jewelry as works of art...literally. Sometimes there are those pieces that are spectacular enough to be showcased in a museum or gallery, and now in London, they will be. A jewelry exhibition Art Rocks at the Shizaru Gallery will be taking place through January 28th containing jewelry pieces, not created with an individual wearer in mind, but painstakingly conceptualized into magnificent works of art for all to enjoy (but considered wearable art.)

The Exhibition is a mix of both well-known and emerging global talent. There is even one American design company in the group: Ark. Upon looking at their website, even their homepage is a work of art with pops of colored meant to engage you and help you discover some of their gorgeous pieces (one of which is pictured.)

To view the complete list of exhibitors, visit www.shizaru.com/exhibitions.

The DC show is a wonderful place to shop for fine jewelry made with expert craftsmanship. Rings, Necklaces, Bracelets made with Gemstones, Diamonds, Semi-Precious Stones, White Gold, Platinum and Gold. D'amati Fine Jewelry offers a gorgeous selection of such fine jewelry. Select pieces may be purchased at their booth #403. Plus& trade-in or sell your jewelry for the best prices in the industry. Cash for your old jewelry!

DULLES EXPO CENTER
[South Hall]
4320 Chantilly Shopping Center
Chantilly, VA 20151

DECEMBER 16-18, 2011

SHOW HOURS:
Friday       12:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Saturday   10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Sunday     11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Tickets: One low ticket price good for all three days [$8.00] or you can purchase advance DISCOUNTED tickets [$6.00] at www.TicketDerby.com!

MILITARY RECEIVES FREE ADMISSION: As a "thank you" for their service, The International Gem & Jewelry Show offers free admission to all active duty military and veterans with current military identification (offer includes immediate family).  Thank you for your service to our country.

Parking: Free parking located directly across from expo building.

***NEW SHOW POLICY - CHILDREN 8 & UNDER NOT PERMITTED***

Our show is a fabulous jewelry exhibition that brings hundreds of companies, designers and manufacturers together to provide our customers with the best high-quality jewelry selection at the lowest prices. Our show is divided into two sections – One section is open to our customers (the public) and our wholesale section is open to members of trade.
From $2.00 to $2,000,000…. There is Something for Everyone!

The International Gem & Jewelry Show

is truly the Showplace – Marketplace World of Gems & Jewelry

Our Customers Can Expect to Find…

• Colored Gemstones That Add Sass & Style to Your Entire Wardrobe
• Exquisite Fine Jewelry That Will Be the Talk of Your Next Party
• Gold & Silver Earrings, Necklaces & Bracelets That Are Forever Stylish 
• Beads & Crystal Strands to Match Your Favorite Outfit
• Ethnic Jewelry that Creates A Truly Unique Look
• Pearls that Say "Class and Style"
• Estate Jewelry that Brings Fashion History Back to Present Day
• Engagement Rings & Wedding Bands That Will Make Every Bride Sparkle
• Designer & Fashion Watches that Add Timelessness to Your Sense of Style
• Unique Seasonal Promotions That Match Jewelry With a Special Occasion.

All of this at discounted prices…. Come to our event and you will see!

To view this video on YouTube, please visit: http://youtu.be/m5GyvQ68_aM

This economy seems to spawn creativity when it comes to cross-promotional campaigns. Enter something truly eye catching in a unique environment benefiting a charitable cause and you have the formula for success. Such as with famed fashion photographer, Charles Tracy, and his cross-promotional effort at WolfHome showcasing 50 years worth of photography as an accent to Wolf's home decor and textiles all in an effort to raise money for and promote cancer research at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center.

Tracy, whose sister Ruby passed away from cancer, is utilizing the space at Wolf Home to display his infamous works of art. All pieces are paired through color with the decor at Wolf Home. The staging allows for customers to not only appreciate Tracy's photography, but to also envision it as a piece in their home. 

Charles Tracy's photography ranges in price from $2K-$5K and can be viewed through December 24th and then again after the holidays beginning January 6th.For complete info. see www.wolfhomeny.com.

*Photo source: Event Invitation on WolfHomeNy.com

Celebrating a decade of elegance, JIC (Jewelry Information Center) acknowledged the achievements and honorees in the fine jewelry industry at the 10^th annual GEM Awards gala, hosted January 6th.

The successes of fine jewelry retailers, manufacturers, designers and communicators are awarded and honored each year at the highly regarded GEM Awards.  Held at Cipriani, 42^nd Street, New York City, the GEM Awards expressed praise to Ralph Destino who was awarded the Lifetime Achievement.  Destino has carried many prior achievements and positions, including former Chair of JIC. 

The GEM Awards Corporate Communications Award was delegated to Chanel Fine Jewelry.  2012 celebrates the 80^th Anniversary for Chanel Joaillerie by its founder Gabrielle (Coco) Chanel in November of 1932.  Eighty years later, Chanel Fine Jewelry still conveys it’s excellence and superiority.