It was [Karen’s] battle with lymphoma cancer four years ago, however, that brought [her] to her greatest career achievement to date: Immunocologie.

After speaking with American jewelry designer Paul Morelli, one thing became abundantly clear: my small-town Nebraska childhood was even less eventful than I remembered it being – at least compared to Mr Morelli’s childhood! 

This wasn’t the first jewelry piece David Yurman made when he and wife, Sybil, launched the David Yurman company back in 1980, but it was arguably the one that put his name on the map…

Fernando Jorge wanted to enhance the vibrancy of the Boulder opals and tanzanite stones he featured in his Arara earrings, shown above, so he chose to use a blue nanoceramic coating over 18K gold.

Mastolini 18K white gold necklace with 15-17mm white baroque South Sea pearls and 5.50 carats white pave diamonds

One of my favorite Misahara pieces, the Sahara choker, is a reversible diamond and sapphire necklace that illustrates chaos and unity, inspired by the war-torn Slavic countries of the early 1990s.

Whether the medium is canvas and paint, a sculpture of bronze or a modern dance, art is an intersection of life experiences; a meeting place of enlightenment and kinship

For a self-proclaimed introvert, fine-art photographer and jewelry designer Monica Rich Kosann certainly has a knack for drawing out the emotional side of her subjects.

Known for its pink-and-orange color combination, it’s not at all surprising that one gorgeous Padparadscha found a home on the ring finger of Princess Eugenie of York this past year. But while the dreamy hues that conjure tropical warmth and sun-kissed horizons are the great allure of Padparadscha, there is more than meets the eye with this exquisite gemstone.

Made in Italy. What is it about these three words that make our hearts go aflutter? Having window-shopped the side streets near Piazza San Marco in Venice recently, I can attest to its endless objects of desire. Exotic shoes with lipstick-shaped and pearl-studded heels, the earthy scents of gorgeous leather handbags and the smartly-cut jackets made of the richest textiles were all a feast for my senses; however, nothing quite captures my heart like Italian-made jewelry.

This color-changing stone, Alexandrite, named in honor of the future Tsar of Russia, Alexander II, has since become one of the world’s most sought-after gemstones. In speaking with gemologist Stacey Trolly, I discovered several aspects of the Alexandrite that make it one of the world’s most fascinating stones.

Renowned jewelry brands and independent designers from around the world descend upon Las Vegas each June to unveil their latest collections at the Couture show held at The Wynn.

I was fascinated to learn the rich history of this multi-generational family-owned jewelry company. Greg and his younger brother, Cedric, both work in the family business, but it’s the older brother, Greg, who co-designs today’s Vahan collections alongside his father Sacha Der Calousdian.

Welcome to jewelry designer Roberto Coin’s animal kingdom, where fierce beasts leave trails of sparkle at every turn and catch of light. Lions and tigers, with exposed golden fangs, are perfectly captured mid-roar, and elephants don rugose-textured hides as if they actually lived under the African sun.

Scott West platinum Cathedral ring with 0.58 carats fancy intense pink S12 EC diamond, 0.24 carats blue diamonds and 1.03 carats white and blue diamonds

There’s something very empowering about wearing a statement cuff. I can’t deny that Wonder Woman’s bullet-defying cuffs are the first to come to mind, even if they serve a greater purpose than looking fabulous. Today’s statement cuffs — presented below in many shapes, sizes and materials — not only evoke a sense of strength and confidence, but they also exude glamour, sophistication and an enchanting allure.

American fine jeweler Temple St Clair celebrates 30 years of storytelling through imaginative designs, precious materials and meticulous craftsmanship. Her jewelry sojourn began in Florence, Italy, where she continues to employ the masterful skills of Florentine goldsmiths who have carried out her creative vision for the past 30 years.