4 Celebrities with the Best Jewelry at Tiffany’s Blue Book Gala

Fancy bling and the Tiffany’s brand go hand-in-hand, so it’s no surprise that the Tiffany’s Blue Book Gala is the perfect place to scout for jewelry. This event brings out the fanciest Tiffany baubles, and the celebrity attendees enjoy wearing them just as much as we enjoy seeing the designs. Here are some of our favorite sparkly accessories from this year’s gala.

Reese Witherspoon

Reese Witherspoon wore a gorgeous Brandon Maxwell gown with a sweetheart neckline and a floor-grazing length jazzed up with some stunning diamond jewelry. The highlight of her ensemble was her cuff bracelet drizzled in diamonds and finished with a huge emerald stone.

Reese Witherspoon at the Tiffany & Co. 2017 Blue Book Collection Gala in New York on April 21, 2017.

A closeup of Reese’s stunning Tiffany cuff bracelet.

Claire Danes

Claire Danes opted for a very classic gown, wearing a black Velvet Monse dress styled with wavy hair. She topped off her look with a multi-colored link necklace that cost a whopping $525,000!

Claire Danes wowed everyone with her expensive jewels.

Claire Danes at the Tiffany & Co. 2017 Blue Book Collection Gala in New York on April 21, 2017.

Jennifer Hudson

It was pretty obvious that Jennifer Hudson was loving her jewels for the night. The singer — wearing a DSquared2 ruffled dress — happily showcased her Tiffany sparklers, which included a huge diamond ring, solitaire earrings and a couple of bracelets that had blinding diamond embellishments.

Jennifer was all smiles while she was drizzled in diamonds..

Jennifer Hudson at the Tiffany & Co. 2017 Blue Book Collection Gala in New York on April 21, 2017.

Haley Bennett

Haley Bennett was a sight to behold in her powder blue J. Mendel gown. She finished the princess-inspired look with delicate but glamorous pieces to match the dress. The total tag on her Tiffany jewels? A jaw-dropping $700,000!

Haley Bennett at the Tiffany & Co. 2017 Blue Book Collection Gala in New York on April 21, 2017.

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DISCOVER 92 CARAT HEART-SHAPED DIAMOND, CHRISTIES MAGNIFICENT JEWELS HIGHLIGHTS TOUR

Coming to Christie’s this May 17th at the Four Seasons Hotel des Bergues in Geneva, is a magnificent 92-carat heart-shaped diamond. It is among 250 other exceptional jewels from around the world and part of this year’s Magnificent Jewels auction by Christie’s.

You know how much I love heart-shaped diamonds, so I just had to pay a visit myself to see this giant beauty, and of course, show you the highlights of the show and give you the real deal of what a jewellery auction is like behind the scenes.

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Heart-shaped diamonds make me weak in the knees! So you can imagine how excited I was to touch and feel the headliner of this show – La Légende a fabulous 92 carat D colour flawless heart-shaped diamond pendant, signed by Boehmer et Bassenge – a Maison de Haute Joaillerie launched last year and named in honour of 18th Parisian jewellers Charles Boehmer and Paul Bassenge. The Maison only works with large D colour, flawless clarity diamonds of perfect polish and symmetry, and produce just a few magnificent pieces each year.

La Légende is mesmerizing; I couldn’t take my eyes off it. It took my breath away just to hold it, but when I put it on, I didn’t want to take it off. The stunning 92.15 carat heart-shaped diamond pendant hangs from a beautiful sautoir of cultured pearls, and sparkles with a purity and magnitude that is mesmerizing. It is the largest diamond of its kind to go to auction and is estimated at US$14-20 million.

Check my YouTube video as I try on this beauty and can’t let go!

This magnificent diamond and platinum necklace from The Doris Duke Collection originally came up for auction in 2004 in one of the highest private jewellery collection sales in America. The total collection amounted to just under US$12 million.

This necklace was purchased from Cartier New York on April 30, 1937 for $65,000. When it was auctioned off, all the diamonds had been removed and only the setting remained. But that didn’t matter to buyers, in a surprising purchase, the original setting sold for as much as the complete necklace. The buyer then spent much of the next several years searching for diamonds to replace the originals.

Today, this necklace is estimated at US$ 3-5 million.

The auction features many rare coloured diamonds, such as the 4.05-carat Fancy Deep Blue square-cut diamond, the 7.97-carat Fancy Intense Blue cushion-shaped diamond, and a 6.07 carat Fancy Purple pink diamond ring.

This 16.65-carat fancy deep orange-brown rectangular cut diamond caught my eye and I just had to try it on. This colour has it’s own distinct colouring outside of the D-to-Z range. Diamonds like these get their colours from certain geological conditions, making them rare and highly prized.

Yellow and brown diamonds are the most common, followed by pink and blue diamonds. Red, green, purple and orange are generally considered the most rare.

You will have to watch my GEMOLOGUE YouTube video to hear the remarkable story behind this beautiful ArtDeco ruby brooch. “A property of a lady” by Cartier, it once belonged to actress Emmy Wehlen.

I haven’t seen a Padparadscha sapphire of this size ever before! When I was studying at GIA NYC, this was my favourite stone.

Here, I’m wearing a 46.92-carat cushion-shaped Padparadscha sapphire, turquoise and diamond ring by Bulgari. Padparadscha is a Sinhalese word for ‘aquatic lotus blossom’, because of its unusual salmon color – somewhere between pink and orange.

According to SSEF Swiss Gemological Institute the origin is Ceylon (SriLanka), no heating! Look at this colour! Mesmerising!

Getting back to some real colour now, I couldn’t resist the splendour of this piece. The way it moves and undulates like the ocean waves. Pave-set with emeralds and sapphires and eleven blue ceramic drops mounted in gold, it’s a magnificent sculptural piece by De Grisogono that definitely makes a statement, estimated at $US70-100,000.

Christie’s Magnificent Jewels Geneva auction takes place on May 17 at the Four Seasons Hotel des Bergues.

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LONDON CRAFT WEEK TOP JEWELLERY EVENTS

The first week of May will see London hosting the third edition of the annual Craft Week. The event showcases the creme de la creme of British and international craftsmanship and creativity. For me, the Craft Week is a must visit event as it highlights the skills and artistry of so many talented and hardworking people who bring us some of the most beautiful objects.

You can experience the full context in which the beautiful objects are created through a 5-day carefully curated programme bringing together more than 230 events including workshop visits, talks from celebrated experts and masterclasses where you can try your own hand is creating something.

Here are my top jewellery picks for the London Craft Week:

Watching at Vacheron Constantin 
4-6th May 11:00 — 17:00

Vacheron Constantin’s in-house master watchmaker and engraver demonstrate their skills in fine watchmaking, including the assembling of a movement and hand-engraving.

Gemstones with Joanna Hardy at Van Cleef and Arpels
4th May 17:00

Gemmologist and jewellery author Joanna Hardy will explore The Wonderful World of Gemstones at the Van Cleef & Arpel Bond Street Boutique. A chance to explore the art of cutting and setting and see a selection of High Jewellery pieces from Van Cleef & Arpels collection.

Bloomin’ Jewels at Contemporary Applied Arts
3-6th May 10:00 — 18:00

Bloomin’ Jewels explores the role of botanical forms as a powerful reference point for contemporary jewellers, working in both precious and non-precious media. This exhibition at Contemporary Applied Arts in Bankside features over twenty makers from diverse practices, and has been guest curated for CAA by Corinne Julius, Journalist and acknowledged authority on contemporary jewellery.

Creating a Collection at Boodles
4th May 18:00

Boodles is one of the oldest and most respected jewellers in the UK, and here is an opportunity to preview Boodles latest high jewellery collection; ‘The Poetry of Landscape’. discuss the creative processes involved in making the collection.

Shaun Leane on Alexander McQueen at Sarabande Foundation 
4th May 19:00

British jewellery designer, Shaun Leane, explores what the power of imagination has in fuelling the creative process. Learn about his seventeen years of collaboration with Lee Alexander McQueen and how, together, they produced some of fashion’s most ground-breaking catwalk creations.

Silversmithing at Georg Jensen
4th May 12:00 – 18:00

Danish silverware specialist, Georg Jensen, brings a master silversmith from their Copenhagen workshop to London. Visitors are invited to view demonstrations throughout the afternoon.

Bespoke Jewellery: Tessa Packard and Russell Hart
3rd May 15:00 – 17:00

Contemporary fine jewellery designer Tessa Packard alongside goldsmith Russell Hart show how designer and goldsmith work together, co-hosted by Charlie Boyd, Executive Jewellery Editor at Harper’s Bazaar. Alongside afternoon tea, guests will also have the chance to design their own pair of bespoke earrings to be made by Russell after the event.

And last but not least a rather exciting sounding event at my favourite Japanese restaurant in the heart of Mayfair:
Dinner at UMU with Toru Horiguchi and Kazuya Ishida
3rd May 18.30 – 22:30

The Two Michelin star chef Yoshinori Ishii hosts a nine-course Kaiseki dinner at his Japanese restaurant Umu with sake pairing. This is accompanied by a talk about the tableware used to present the restaurant’s food which is all designed and handmade by Ishii.

GEMOLOGUE by Liza Urla features exquisite global discoveries, trendy urban street style, exclusive interviews and rare jewellery reviews – a celebration of fine jewellery, fashion jewellery and vintage jewellery.

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Alesha Dixon Pairs Frilly Ensemble with Glamorous Double Hoop Earrings

Alesha Dixon almost stole the show at the launch of Britain’s Got Talent held at London’s Mayfair Hotel. Photographers lined up to snap pictures of the gorgeous judge, who was rocking a sexy crop top and skirt ensemble that showed off her curves.

We are totally impressed by her outfit choice, which displayed a perfect mix of sassiness and sophistication. Apart from the head-turning ensemble, her jewelry picks were also on point. Alesha chose to decorate the outfit with a long necklace and a pair of double hoop earrings. The glamorous earrings featured diamond embellishments, which added a luxurious touch to the whole look.

Alesha Dixon Britain’s Got Talent launch held at London’s Mayfair Hotel on April 12, 2017.

Ruffle details add a feminine silhouette to this ensemble.

Alesha finished the look with minimal makeup and slightly wavy hair.

When the usual hoop earrings are too plain for you, go for double hoops. This twist on the classic is a little bit more striking and interesting than singles. Choose from our picks below.

Tai Double Hoop Pave Earrings, $70 at Shopbop

John Hardy “Classic Chain” double hoop earrings, $250 at Nordstrom

Kate Spade New York “Ring It Up” drop hoop earrings, $98 at Shopbop

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Busy Philipps Elevates Boring Outfit with Chic Earthy Jewelry

How do you spice up a rather plain outfit? With jewelry and accessories, of course. Take a cue from Busy Philipps and throw on a couple statement pieces to punctuate what would otherwise be a somewhat boring look.

At the 9th Annual Young Literati Toast, the 37-year-old actress wore a layered two-toned outfit, which looked unimpressive. However, Busy’s selection of jewelry easily turned the wine and orange ensemble  chic. Busy went for earthy pieces of jewelry to add statement to her look. The highlight of the whole mix was the chunky cuff bracelet, which added a bold retro vibe to the outfit. Her layered necklaces and rings that feature crystals and gemstones also gave this a hint of boheme chic.

Busy Philipps wore minimal makeup and a bold red lip with her ensemble.

Busy Philipps at the 9th Annual Young Literati Toast in Hollywood on April 1, 2017.

Gold and pearl details on this long necklace.

Semi-precious stone pendant layered with the long chain necklace.

This chunky cuff bracelet was the highlight of her look.

Love this look? Here are a couple of earthy jewelry we’ve picked out for you.

Kenneth Jay Lane tassel choker necklace, $60 at Shopbop

Native Gem Chrysoprase hand-crochet necklace, $88 at Shopbop

Michael Kors wooden hinged bracelet, $115 at Neiman Marcus

Michael Kors Maritime open statement cuff, $185 at Neiman Marcus

Viktoria Hayman freeform stretch cuff bracelet, $225 at Neiman Marcus

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GET THE LOOK….MY ENGAGEMENT RECEPTION, SOUTH KENSINGTON CLUB

SHOP THE LOOK:

LOEWE Elephant coin purse

Annoushka Mythology Globe Amulet

Smythson Make It Happen Notebook

Christian Louboutin Lip Colour

SMYTHSON Mara croc-effect leather jewelry case

N°21 Striped slip-on sandals

Christian Louboutin Nail Polish

DIPTYQUE Tubéreuse scented candle

Wearing Solace London Selena satin jumpsuit, H.Stern jewellery, Gianvito Rossi pumps, Bottega Veneta shades.

 

GEMOLOGUE by Liza Urla features exquisite global discoveries, trendy urban street style, exclusive interviews and rare jewellery reviews – a celebration of fine jewellery, fashion jewellery and vintage jewellery.

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