Last Week in Celebrity Jewels...

This has been a busy week in Celebrity Jewels - premieres, award shows, marriage proposals...so just a few highlights.

The wedding of comedian Russell Brand and "Teenage Dream" Katy Perry has been all over the press. From People's StyleWatch:

"Fresh off their honeymoon, the duo walked the red carpet at the MTV Europe Music Awards in Madrid, flashing matching yellow micro pave diamond rings in their first appearance since their very private Indian wedding. A spokesperson from the Diamond Information Center estimates the blinged-out bands to be worth roughly $50,000 to $75,000 each. "

Fergie sparkled in PLATINUM jewelry by Cartier at Glamour Magazine’s “2010 Women Of The Year Gala” in New York on November 8th.

Cartier http://www.cartier.us/#/home

Platinum Guild Int'l reports Fergie selected:
-platinum and diamond cascading drop earrings
-platinum and triple row diamond bracelet
-platinum cocktail ring with yellow, brown and white diamonds

Janet Jackson was chic in a black Atelier Versace Gown with earrings and cuff by Herve Van Der Sraeten, and a panther ring by Cartier at the 2010 Glamour Women of the Year Awards on Monday (November 8) at NYC’s Carnegie Hall.

Herve Van Der Sraeten at Vivre

Cartier http://www.cartier.us/#/home

See the full photo Gallery at JustJared

Glee's Lea Michele graced the red carpet at TV Guide magazine’s 2010 Hot List party on Monday (November 8) in Hollywood, following her appearance on the first episode of Conan's new late night talk show.

Lea wore Caleo Freeform Cloud Earrings, a Caleo Halo Scalloped Ring and a Melinda Maria Teeny Pod Ring!

Caleo is available at Hamilton Jewelers

Melinda Maria's Teeny Pod Collection

See the full photo Gallery at Just Jared

At the Red Carpet Premiere for "The Next Three Days" both Olivia Wilde and Elizabeth Banks wore Jewelry from Stephen Russell

Olivia selected:
-platinum earrings with jade, onyx and diamonds (96 diamonds, 1.5 carats)
-platinum bracelet with 380 diamonds (30 carats)

http://www.stephenrussell.com

See the full photo gallery at JustJared

2010 Country Music Awards...Glitterati!

Everyone GLITTERED at the Country Music Awards (CMA) last night...and the biggest trend was vintage - in gowns and jewels.

Gwyneth Paltrow looked radiant in an Atelier Versace gown and a S.J. Phillips earring (yep just one).

http://www.sjphillips.com

Full photo Gallery at JustJared

Nicole Kidman was on the arm of hubby Keith Urban in Doce & Gabbana and stunning Vintage Fred Leighton Art Deco coral, onyx, and diamond earrings.

http://www.fredleighton.com/

Full photo Gallery at JustJared

Presenter LeAnn Rimes wore a Ports 1961 dress with earrings and a snake ring by Irit Design

http://www.iritdesign.com/

Full photo Gallery at JustJared

Gossip Girl's Leighton Meester rocked a Pucci and Cathy Waterman Jewels

Cathy Waterman at Ylang|23

Full photo Gallery at JustJared

20 year old Pop Star Taylor Swift walked the carpet at the CMA's in a red hot Monique Lhullier gown and Neil Lane Diamond & Platinum Leaf Earrings, Bracelet and Ring.

http://www.neillanejewelry.com/

Full photo Gallery at JustJared

Sugarland’s prettier half, Jennifer Nettles picked up an award in her strapless Carolina Herrera gown with Kimberly McDonald jewels.

...and I couldn't resist - the hostess of an awards show makes costume changes - we know that! But last night Carrie Underwood arrived in a layered tulle Talbot Runhof gown (not shown) and then proceeded to make the following six costume changes. This doesn't include the eighth change for her duet with Brad Paisley...

Photo from RedCarpetFashionAwards

Sotheby's Magnificent Pink Diamond

The undeniable highlight of the forthcoming Magnificent Jewels sale is an exceptionally important and truly magnificent Fancy Intense Pink Emerald-cut Diamond weighing 24.78 carats. Join David Bennett for an intimate view of this superb jewel in advance of its sale on the 16 November in Geneva.

AUCTION: Magnificent Jewels (Click auction title for full catalog) DATE & TIME Session 1: Tue, 16 Nov 10, 10:00 AM, Lots 1 - 185 Session 2: Tue, 16 Nov 10, 2:00 PM, Lots 237 - 431 Session 3: Tue, 16 Nov 10, 7:00 PM, Lots 432 - 550

Spring 2011 - Smithsonian is "Set In Style"

From the museum website:

Set in Style: The Jewelry of Van Cleef & Arpels

February 18–June 5, 2011

Since its opening on the Place Vendôme in Paris in 1906, Van Cleef & Arpels has played a leading role in style and design innovation. Its timeless pieces have been worn by style icons including the Duchess of Windsor, Grace Kelly and Elizabeth Taylor. This exhibition will explore the historical significance of the firm's contributions to jewelry design in the 20th century, including the establishment of Van Cleef & Arpels in New York with the advent of World War II. On view will be more than 250 works including jewels, timepieces, fashion accessories and objets d'art by Van Cleef & Arpels, many of which were created exclusively for the American market. The exhibition will examine the work through the lenses of innovation, transformation, nature as inspiration, exoticism, fashion and celebrity, and will include design drawings from the Van Cleef & Arpels archives.

http://www.cooperhewitt.org

Set in Style: The Jewelry of Van Cleef & Arpels is made possible by Van Cleef & Arpels.

About the Smithsonian's Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum

Cooper-Hewitt is the only museum in the nation devoted exclusively to historic and contemporary design. Founded in 1897, the museum has been a branch of the Smithsonian since 1967. The museum presents compelling perspectives on the impact of design on daily life through active educational programs, exhibitions and publications.

The museum is located at 2 East 91st Street at Fifth Avenue in New York City. Hours are Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Winners of the 2010 International Pearl Design Contest

Earlier this week the Cultured Pearl Association announced the winners of their FIRST International Pearl Design Contest...

From the website:

Providence, RI –October 21, 2010
Francis Mastoloni, President of the Cultured Pearl Association of America, Inc. proudly announces the winners of the CPAA’S first International Design competition. “We are very happy with the success of our first competition, entries from 9 countries we received” Mr. Mastoloni reported.

For you - just a few of the winning entries - I will be putting a photo gallery up at Posterous as I receive photos (if you are one of the jewelers on the "Commendations" list and want to be included email to robynahawk at yahoo:

PRESIDENTS TROPHY
“South Sea Glow”

Adam Neeley of Laguna Beach, CA

The highest honor awarded to a design that unanimously captivated judges as the best of the best.

LUSTER AWARD
“Sea of Love”

Philip Dismuke for Jewelsmith of Durham, NC

Award is given to the entry that is judged “most marketable” of all the entries in the competition. This design will have the most overall appeal for the retail marketplace.

ORIENT AWARD
“Aurora Eclipse”

Anil Maloo, Baggins Inc. of Los Angeles, CA

The award given to the entry that would inspire a new found affinity in someone for cultured pearls.

WEDDING DAY AWARD
“Carved Lace”

Elizabeth Blair of Harbor Springs, MI / Massimo Sanalitro of Milan, Italy

Brides and pearls are synonymous. Create a “fantasy wedding” theme with pearls.

ABOUT CPAA

The Cultured Pearl Association of America, Inc is a non profit group founded in 1957, comprised of the finest manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, dealers and suppliers of Cultured Pearls in the United States.

Our intention is to "cultivate" awareness, interest, demand and successful marketability of Cultured Pearls for the retail community and the consumer level. Through promotion, education, public relations and unwavering commitment we aim to inspire an authentic passion for all Cultured Pearl varieties.

The Results Are In! METALinclinations 2

Seems like this has been a couple weeks of non-stop Election Results! OK - don't get worried this isn't going to be a political rant!!! I am referring to all the Award results lately!

...and today it is METALinclinations 2:

METAL Inclinations 2 is an International competition and exhibition sponsored by Hauser & Miller - presented by The Society for Midwest Metalsmiths. Check out the Gallery to see all eight award winners and all 50 pieces chosen for the 2010-12 exhibition.

JUDITH KINGHORN

FIRST PLACE WINNER
$2,000 SOCIETY FOR MIDWEST METALSMITHS AWARD

SUZAN REZAC

SECOND PLACE AWARD
$1,000 HAUSER & MILLER COMPANY AWARD

Be sure to go to the Award Gallery and check out the entries - some really fabulous makers!

2011 Gemmy Awards - Sneak Peek!

So excited to announce a couple "Sneak Peeks" at the recently announced 2011 Gemmy Awards!

First this stunning gem from the hand of John Dyer won 1st place in the Specially Cut gems category and tied for Best of Competition in the Jewelry Artist-Lapidary Journal Gemmys!

93.53-Carat Blue Topaz Gemstone | John Dyer/Precious Gemstones Co. Catalog

johndyergems.com

This 93.53-carat Blue Topaz gemstone features the Dreamscape(TM) cut.

...and from Gary Kratochvil, the Second Place winner in the "Artists on the Horizon" category...can't wait to see more from Gary!

Item: Sold
Material: Natural Oregon Sunstone (Red Labradorite)
Type: Top red with schiller (Medium Tone)
Locality: Oregon, USA
Hardness: 6.5 good for almost any jewelry application
Design: Modified Sun Drop (designed by Jeff R. Graham)
Cut By: Gary Kratochvil
Dimensions: 19.3mm long x 13mm wide x 8.7mm deep
Clarity: Red Schiller
Weight: 12.10 carats
Price:
Treatments: None
Note: Top red with a spray of schiller.

The Gemmy's are an annual award from Interweave - publishers of Lapidary Journal - Jewelry Artist Magazine and Colored Stone Magazine.

Awards are given in the following Divisions :

• Faceted Gems
  Stones must be flat faceted; concave or convex faceted stones should be entered in the Specially Cut division.
  
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• Cabochon Gems
  Stones must be any natural gem material cut in a cabochon shape, and must be suitable for jewelry use.
  
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• Specially Cut Gems
  Stones include those that have been carved; cut with regular, curved “facets”; engraved; fitted together into a composite; or cut using any other lapidary technique other than flat faceting or cabbing; or any combination of lapidary techniques.
  
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• Gem Objects
  Items that are either nonfunctional or whose function is other than use in jewelry including, but not limited to, faceted stones not suitable for jewelry use.
  
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• Artists on the Horizon
  Any type of cut or gemstone, cut by an artist who has never won a national/international gem competition

A complete list of winners and photos of the winning entries will be published in (from the website):

"Winners will also be published in the January 2010 Tucson Show Guide, the January 2010 issue of Jewelry Artist, and the January/February 2010 issue of Colored Stone."

Daily Jewel Editors note: Are you as surprised as I am to see this? Could there be a 2011 Colored Stone? I am checking with Interweave to see if this was a typo/forgotten update on the website. It would be so exciting to see Dave Federman's brilliant information in Colored Stone available again!

For more info about the Gemmy Awards and a link to the entry form:

http://www.jewelryartistmagazine.com/contest/gemmys/