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Baccarat Hotel Launches Canine Diamond Experience
New York’s most fashionable four-legged guests just got an upgrade at a midtown hotel.
Baccarat Hotel New York has unveiled the Canine Couture Diamond Experience, an exclusive in-room jewelry…
Where to Buy Tacori Engagement Rings
Tacori is one of the most recognisable names in designer engagement rings, known for its intricate detailing, handcrafted quality, and signature crescent design. With roots in California and a reputation for precision…
Tomfoolery London Explores Shift Away From Traditional Bridal Jewelry
Love Ring, the celebrated annual showcase of alternative engagement and wedding rings at London’s Tomfoolery boutique, opens tomorrow and will continue through July 4.
With this curated selection,…
Music Friday: Massive Floating Ring Haunts Nelly in ‘Just a Dream’ Video
Welcome to Music Friday, where we spotlight songs that feature jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the lyrics or title. Today’s pick is “Just a Dream,” the 2010 blockbuster by Nelly that transforms a simple wedding band into a…
Rare 6.03-Carat Fancy Vivid Blue Diamond to Headline Sotheby’s Geneva Sale
A scintillating 6.03-carat cushion-shaped Fancy Vivid Blue diamond is set to take center stage at Sotheby’s Geneva High Jewelry sale on May 12. Described as “exceptional and rare,” this remarkable gemstone carries a pre-sale estimate…
The Discontinued Watch Rory McIlroy Wore at His 2nd Straight Masters Win
On Sunday, Rory McIlroy became only the fourth man in history to win consecutive Masters titles (after Jack Nicklaus, Nick Faldo, and Tiger Woods). While golf fans parsed every birdie and bogey of…
It’s Jewelry’s Hero Moment – JCK
I’ve been making a go of home decorating lately, and keep coming across the term hero piece. In interior design, it refers to a room’s focal point—the anchor of its entire scheme. The term is used…
Ancient Mayan Dentists Embedded Gemstones in Teeth for Beauty and Healing
For years, archaeologists have documented how the Maya civilization adorned their front teeth with gemstones purely for beauty, status or ritual. However, a newly analyzed 2,000-year-old molar featuring a green gemstone suggests…
Britt’s Pick: Jen Proudman’s Wood Collar Necklace
Alternative materials in jewelry are quickly shifting from novelty to mainstay, with wood emerging as a standout.
Designer Jen Proudman offers a compelling take on the trend with this carved wood…
The Latest News From Instagram: April 2026
Instagram is always making changes, both to help small businesses achieve more through the app, and, it seems, to frustrate those who rely on it. The latest updates seem poised to do the former,…
2,000-Year-Old Phoenician Coin Used as Bus Fare Finds Home in Leeds Museum
It’s not every day that a routine bus fare reveals a story spanning more than two millennia. Yet that’s exactly what happened in 1950s Leeds, when a coin handed over to a driver — and later set aside by a vigilant transit cashier —…
Adam Neeley’s New High Jewelry Collection Was Born in a Dream—Literally
Most jewelry collections start with a mood board. Adam Neeley‘s started with a dream he had after eating a Dalí-inspired dinner.
The California-based designer—a gemologist and goldsmith with a…
De Beers Brings ‘Desert Diamonds’ Into Bridal Segment With Earthy, Fresh Vision
The De Beers Group is building on the momentum of its bold “Desert Diamonds” debut with a new chapter aimed squarely at modern romance. First unveiled in October 2025, the campaign is now expanding into the bridal category — bringing…
Henri Noël’s Bamboo Bezel Blends Past and Future
Heirloom jewelry comes in any number of different motifs, but one in particular, effortlessly luxurious bamboo, inspired the newest collection from Naples, Fla.–based brand Henri Noël.
Designed in…
Why Watch Brands Are Building Bigger, More Luxurious Stores
Huge, elaborate flagships. Boutiques in historic landmarks. Stores that simulate an art gallery or a “home away from home.” These all describe the showrooms that major watch brands have been…
Pink on the Green: Bubba Watson Wears $2.5M Watch at Augusta
Augusta National is a place that treats tradition like a holy commandment and a very specific shade of green like a state religion. But as the 2026 Masters kicks off this week, golfer Bubba Watson…
Music Friday: Diamonds Sparkle in Brandi Carlile’s Stirring ‘Forever Young’ Cover
Welcome to Music Friday, when we spotlight songs with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the title or lyrics. Today, we revisit the enduring anthem “Forever Young,” originally by Alphaville, through a stirring new lens — a…
Astrid & Miyu Goes Bicoastal With L.A. Store Opening
Astrid & Miyu CEO Connie Nam says her London-based brand is looking forward to expanding its American fan base with its first West Coast store.
The boutique at 1135½ Abbot Kinney Blvd. in…
Your Email List Is a “Gold Mine,” Says Jewelry Marketing Expert
Lean budgets, pressure to convert customers through every possible touchpoint, and limited time and resources can make it difficult for jewelers to decide where to spend their marketing dollars…
Best Gemstones for Engagement Rings (And Which Ones Last)
Sapphire + Ruby (Corundum)
Sapphire and
ruby are both corundum — the same mineral with wildly different color personalities. When it comes to durability, this family is hard to beat.
At 9 on the Mohs scale, corundum resists…
Titanic Treasure: John Jacob Astor’s Gold Watch Heads to Auction Amid Mystery
More than a century after the tragic sinking of the RMS Titanic, one of its most poignant personal stories is about to resurface — not in the icy waters of the North Atlantic, but under the bright lights of a Chicago auction room. On…
The Vermeil Jewels Poised to Be Summer’s Best Sellers
The high price of gold hasn’t stopped jewelry designers from using it—nor has it deterred consumers who can afford it. But as brands rethink entry-level price points, many are turning to…
Gracie Hunt Says ‘Yes’ With a Show-Stopping Diamond — and a Hint of Green
Love, legacy and a spectacular piece of jewelry took center stage this past weekend as Gracie Hunt announced her engagement to Derek Green — and her ring is already sparking conversation among jewelry lovers.
The 27-year-old…
Britt’s Pick: Paul Morelli’s Cloud Chaser Earrings
Air travel hasn’t been enjoying much positive press lately, but Paul Morelli offers some with the light, imaginative take on flight of this custom pair of earrings.
Featuring kinetic movement and…
What I’m Reading: Vol. 132.
Hello darlings, Mr. DitL and I just returned from the most fabulous adventure in Paris! It was a big family trip – 11 people in total, and I thoroughly enjoyed all of the beautiful Parisian chaos. We admired art at Musée de…
World Cup 2026: Iconic 18-Karat Gold Trophy Is Set for Soccer’s Biggest Stage
With a bit more than two months to go before kickoff, the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup is already shaping up to be the most ambitious sporting event ever staged — and at its glittering focus is one of the most coveted and recognizable…
Omega’s New Constellation Observatory Marks a Technical Milestone
Omega is pushing the boundaries of the luxury dress watch category by proving that “precision” isn’t just for chronographs. Its new Constellation Observatory, released a few days ago, is the first…
Pinterest’s Festival Season Trends Might Be Fleeting—but Not for Jewelry
Coachella opens this weekend, and with it comes the annual cycle of festival dressing—a time when music fans of all ages (it’s not just a young person’s game) don everything from subtle bohemian…
Minnesota Bill Aims to Showcase Lake Superior Agate on New License Plates
Minnesota lawmakers are advancing a bipartisan bill that would spotlight one of the state’s most prized natural treasures — the Lake Superior agate — on a vibrant new specialty license plate, with proceeds supporting state parks and…
Music Friday: ‘Brand New Ring’ Sparks Emotional Plea in Summer of ’71 Classic
Welcome to Music Friday, when we spotlight songs that shine with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the lyrics. Today, we revisit the summer of 1971 hit “Don’t Pull Your Love” by Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds — a song that…