Sunday, May 25, 2014

Sensuality

When, in the same day, you’re reading one of Henry Miller's books, watching Henry and June and coming across this amazing collection of Carrera Y Carrera, there is no way of remaining indifferent to the odds of finding this leitmotif everywhere: sensuality.

As Katerina Perez puts it, it is a beautiful union of fine jewelry and sculptural art.

COLECCIÓN PRIVADA DE MANUEL CARRERA 
MANUEL CARRERA NECKLACE
MANUEL CARRERA RING
MANUEL CARRERA PENDANT


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Saturday, April 19, 2014

Colorful necklaces

Spring is awesome! Days longer than nights and thus more energy and time to invest in new projects, desire to spend more time out in the open, beauty in nature – this sounds pretty much like spring to me. But this is not all. The enthusiasm also comes from the revival of colors, don’t you think? Just look around and observe the positive influence of the palette on your state of mind.

These wonderful necklaces would make a perfect match for that scenery:
RANDOM NECKLACE by SOLANGE AZAGURY - PARTRIDGE
Amrapali Necklace, signed Manish Arora

Scalloped Piñata Necklace by TOM BINNS

1950's Gold And Multigem Long Chain with Clasp, via 1stdibs.com

Colored sapphire & diamond set by BVLGARI

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Monday, April 7, 2014

2 in 1

Do you know the thrill that captivates you when buying or receiving a piece of jewelry you like? Your mind starts making combinations: what clothes to wear with it and in which occasions. Well, imagine the joy when you're having a 2 in 1 surprise. Like these pendants which could be worn as brooches as well. It only gets better as you have multiple choices.


BYZANTINE PENDANT BROOCH by VERDURA


18 KARAT GOLD, SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND PENDANT-NECKLACE AND EAR CLIPS, BULGARI

A moonstone, sapphire and diamond necklace with detachable pendant-brooch 



A FINE ALEXANDRITE AND DIAMOND PENDENT NECKLACE/BROOCH

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Saturday, March 1, 2014

Wonderful bangle from Estate Betteridge Collection

I often find myself admiring the beautiful jewelry items worn by the women I meet. It's lovely to see an amazing jewel but it’s more exciting to meet a woman with a sexy attitude, who is confident and proud of her look and accessories.

Imagine the person who would wear the bracelet below. Interesting character, don't you think?

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Sunday, February 16, 2014

1 Year of Jewelry Love Affair

Photo credit: Andrei Gindac
Today I celebrate one year since the launch of Jewelry Love Affair blog. I am grateful to my dear friend Tereza Anton, who back then had the patience and willingness to prepare my blog for the virtual world, to Ingrid Juncanariu and Valentin Stefan, who designed several visuals for this project, to the talented photographers Cristian Sutu and Andrei Gindac, who took amazing photos, to the beautiful women who agreed to show us the jewels they are proud of (Tereza, Ioana Manoiu, Andra Samson) and, of course, to the designers who presented us their captivating creations (Gabriela Secarea, Alexandra Ungurelu, Alis Lalu, Claudio Pino). Last but not least, I am grateful to all of you who have visited my blog until this day and to those who will read it starting now.

I am happy to briefly present you what this year meant for my lovely blog:
  • 60 articles;
  • Over 10.000 page views, most of them from Romania, United States, Russia, UK, Germany, India, France, Ukraine, Canada and Brazil;
  • New friends with whom I share the passion for jewelry;
  • More than 350 images uploaded on the site;
  • Getting up-to-date with new jewelry collections and in love with so many of the jewels I've promoted.
Bottom line, an amazing love affair which got me addicted.

Thank you all for visiting Jewelry Love Affair blog and you’re more than welcome to do it again and again. If you’d like to see a certain type of jewelry on my blog or have any suggestions, please write them down and send me an email at jewelryloveaffair@gmail.com.

Let’s make this new year an extraordinary one! Stay tuned for exquisite jewelry and unique stories!

With love,

Georgiana


Many thanks to Athenee Palace Hilton Bucharest Hotel, which hosted the photo shoot, and to my inspiring photographer Andrei Gindac. 

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Sunday, January 19, 2014

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

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Sunday, January 12, 2014

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?

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Saturday, December 28, 2013

Purple jewelry

Beautiful purple jewelry caught my attention this week. No matter if we’re talking about earrings, rings or bracelets, a violet touch is more than enough to obtain an amazing visual impact.

These exquisite pieces of jewelry are my picks at the end of 2013 and the beginning of 2014. Purple jewelry will be in high demand next year as violet tulip and radiant orchid are among the most prominent hues for spring 2014 in fashion, according to Pantone Color Institute.


Which is your favorite purple jewel?
BVLGARI Purple Earrings

Art Deco Amethyst and Enamel Pendant

Lacloche Freres. Art Deco chalcedony, sapphire, amethyst and diamond bracelet.

Gianni Lazzaro Earrings via Sabion
Emerald-Cut Rich Purple Amethyst & Diamond Ring, by Alexandra Mor

Amethyst Drop Earrings, by Jacob&Co

Magic Purple Bracelet, by Wellendorff 

Amethyst and tsavorite earrings, by Chopard

Victorian era 5.36 carat old cushion-cut diamond with amethyst border


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Monday, December 23, 2013

Christmas mood

It’s the most wonderful time of the year. We are so close to Christmas and the joy of this holiday.

May the beauty of it inspire you and give you positive energy for the whole next year! Enjoy all these colorful moments!

* The green in your Christmas tree

* The red in your gift wrap and bags

* The white of snowflakes

& the white of snow

* The yellow in the flames of the fireplace


 * The colors in your Christmas balls



Merry Christmas!

With love,

Georgiana


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