Egyptian jewelry by Azza Fahmy

I just love the jewelry universe. It has so much to offer, from the craftsmanship of talented designers to extraordinary creations, delightful stories and amazing juxtapositions of materials, gems and colors.

For example, I've recently discovered Azza Fahmy jewelry. Her collections are so fine crafted and they reflect so beautifully a civilization that is thousands of years old – the Egyptian one.

As Amina Ghali, daughter, designer and business partner of Azza Fahmy has previously declared in an interview, you can find both authenticity and modernity in their jewelry.

These creations are gorgeous indeed!

The Pharaonic Tale Cuff

Crescent Necklace 

Mesh Cuff Bracelet

Classic Charms Earrings

Sapphire Bracelet

Azza Fahmy Jewelry, via Adorn Insight

Zodiac signs – new picks

As I've seen your high interest in “Zodiac signs” article revealing the “Palais de la chance” collection by Van Cleef & Arpels (it is in fact the most read article on my blog), I’m coming up with a second part on this issue.

It’s a new year and therefore new resolutions are ahead of us. I am sure that the astrological signs will have plenty to do with our life course this year too, so here are some zodiac jewels for those of you who want to make a statement about their signs and personalities.

There are many zodiac collections from which I've picked the pieces I liked the most, based on the designer’s craftsmanship and the style in each creation – sometimes simple, sometimes intricate.

Capricorn star sign set with round brilliant cut Diamonds in blackened 18Kt white gold, by Solange Azagury-Patridge

Aquarius Pendant in 18Kt Yellow Gold

Little Signs Fishes (Pisces) in 14kt White Gold and Diamonds, by Alex Woo

Little Signs Ram (Aries) in 14kt White Gold and Diamonds, by Alex Woo

Taurus star sign set with round brilliant cut Diamonds in blackened 18ct white gold, by Solange Azagury-Patridge

NECKLACE BIG GEMINIS, YELLOW GOLD 18KT AND DIAMONDS, by MAGERIT

Cancer Cartier Ring

NECKLACE BIG LEO, WHITE GOLD 18KT AND DIAMONDS, by MAGERIT

Virgo Cartier Ring 

Gold-plated Crystal Libra Pendant, Ettika

YELLOW GOLD 18KT, BLACK RHODIUM AND PAVÉ DIAMOND, SCORPIO RING by MAGERIT

SAGITTARIUS PENDANT IN YELLOW GOLD 18KT AND DIAMONDS, by MAGERIT

Blue sapphire rings

Did you know that blue color is associated with freedom, intuition, imagination and inspiration? Blue also represents meanings of depth, trust, loyalty, sincerity, wisdom, confidence and intelligence.

You can see both the sea and the sky in this color and it comforts you as you can find peace in it.

With this positive impact on our mind and body, how not to be in love with and wear blue gemstone jewelry? Especially when it’s about blue sapphire rings like these amazing ones:

Ceylon Sapphire Sugarloaf Cabochon Ring

Liens Ring by Chaumet

Natural Burma Sapphire Ring by David Morris

Large Topaz Citrine Sapphire Gold Cocktail Ring

Blue Sapphire, Diamonds and Blue Enamel Ring by Kathleen Dughi

Oval Diamond & Sapphire Ring by Alexandra Mor

Lapis and Sapphire Ring by Fernando Jorge

My favorite one is Alexandra Mor's ring and my second choice goes to the Cocktail ring. Which one is your pick?

ReneSim earrings

I admit it! I like 1stdibs.com very much and I constantly search for exquisite jewelry pieces on this platform. For those of you who don’t know, 1stdibs is an online luxury marketplace that delivers a tremendous collection of unique items, including jewelry and watches, to people around the world.

Last time I checked it, I found these amazing RenéSim earrings, designed by Maximilian Hemmerle. The vivid colors of the gemstones catch your eye instantly and they are really beautiful.

RenéSim Platinum Earrings with Topaz and Sapphires

RenéSim Gemstone Earrings

RenéSim Earrings with Sapphires, Tourmalines and Tahiti Pearls

RenéSim Amethyst Rose Gold Earrings

See other beautiful jewels from 1stdibs.com in "The roaring 20s or crazy 60s? Take your pick!" article.