Diamond Diva Dish

Anne Hathaway always has a pulse on the current fashion scene. Here she is shown at the Erin Fetherston (who recently designed a line for Target) Fall 2008 fashion show during the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week. Fast forwarding to fall, among the styles featured were Featerston’s more Bohemian fare in bold prints and rich colors, along with some tailored pieces –items not too “over the top”! Anne was in attendance with her long term boyfriend Italian property developer Raffaello Follieri. The two seem quite happy together, and she credits him with helping her transcend depression from which she previously suffered.

Anne seems well grounded, but states that was not always the case. She’s worked hard to iron out life’s “creases” and reach a place wherein she derives happiness and balance in her career and personal life.

She is due to begin filming Bride Wars with Kate Hudson . The film features the two as best friends whose friendship is subject to a rift when they schedule their weddings on the same day!

Anne radiates a rare sort of beauty. With her doe eyes, glossy dark mane and wonderful smile – she eschews the sun, does not use “Fake and Bake”, and isn’t perturbed at those times when she may be carrying a few extra pounds. She’s not a product of the traditional Hollywood starlet mold.

Here she’s wearing a glimmering dress with satin floral embellishments. Notice her earrings – a wonderful pair of the ever popular linear dangles in yellow gold. This style of earrings shows no sign of being relegated to the past tense any time soon. Incorporating the trend of geometric shapes, and the linear look so flattering to all face shapes, the cascade effect is definitely eye catching.

Below are some of my favorites:

Top Row, L-R:

Two Tone Gold Diamond Drop Earrings

Tri Tone Gold Drop Earrings

Bottom Row, L- R:

14K gold Geometric Drop Earrings

14K Yellow Gold Circle Drop Earrings

Notice that these styles are comprised of a fushion of all that is fasionable — dangling charms, geometric shapes, mixed metals, and the element of fun!

Sarah Michelle Gellar looks stunning strutting her stuff on the red carpet at the premiere of The Air I Breathe.

I’m anxious to see this one, as it is based on a multi-layered and profound Chinese philosophy of life, examining the four elements that weave the fabric of our being into a cohesive whole – happiness, pleasure, sorrow and love. In the film, each of these elements is played by a different character (Sarah plays happiness), and all four are shown, of course, to share a symbiotic relationship. This should prove to be an interesting vehicle by which to examine the psyche!

Ah, but enough heavy stuff. We want to talk about heavy metal(s), don’t we? Sarah, dressed in a beautiful blue Temperley London dress, accessorizes with awesome bold, gold statement earrings.

I enjoy this trend toward statement pieces. Gone are the days when fashion dictated matching sets of earrings, necklace, bracelet and perhaps even ring! These days we are choosing stand along pieces – singular items that are bold and add the wow factor in a big way.

Sarah’s earrings are large scale with the warmth of yellow gold and the cluster effect for maximum impact. I’ve found several pair which, although different, create glitz and will make you feel like a glamour goddess when wearing them.

Lovely Statement Earrings:

Diamond earrings in 18K white gold glimmer and shine, creating the sparkle of dazzling stars.

Diamond Cluster Earrings are crafted to bring forth a multitude of sparkle.

Bold and gold carved Drop Earrings have a lot going for them in both shape and textural interest.

Fun and exotic, these Paola style gold drop earrings combine the warmth of gold, the trendy circular shape, and a unique surface design.

Above: Halle on the cover of In Style Magazine, February issue.

Expecting her first child with gorgeous Versace model boyfriend Gabriel Aubry , Halle is loving the glow of pregnancy and the burst of energy she feels.

Halle looks even more stunning pregnant, and comments that she’s enjoying eating for two, and the perk of not having to tuck in her tummy (Halle, you never did!) at red carpet events!

The expectant parents have yet to choose a name, but have decided the child will bear Gabriel’s surname. Plans are in the works to duplicate the baby’s nursery in each of their homes (as did Heath Ledger and Michelle Williams with their daughter Mathilda – seems to be popular and makes good sense) so as not to cause the child confusion with the change in stimuli.

Other plans include ensuring the child will be bilingual, speaking both English and French, as Gabriel is of French Canadian origin. Halle has no intention of off loading the care and feeding of her child to a nanny, preferring instead to experience the gamut of motherhood “hands on”.

Every mother thinks theirs is the most beautiful child (as should be the case!), but with the combined genes of Gabriel Aubry and Halle Berry, this particular child is going to be a beauty.

At 41 years old (Halle jokes that hers is notated as a “geriatric pregnancy”!), she radiates both an external and internal beauty indicative of a woman who has found what to some is an elusive balance which weaves the fabric of life and love together into a perfect whole.

Halle mentions that this is a great time to be pregnant as the current fashions (garments with empire waists, etc.) are conducive to stylish maternity wear. Peruse some more of Halle’s stylish maternity wear via In Style.

Above: Halle at the 2008 Palm Springs International Film Festival Awards Gala

Yes! stackable bangle bracelets and and super large hoop earrings (in either yellow gold or white gold) are still very much in vogue. Halle is a barometer of all that is hip, and hot – here she is seen accessorizing w/ over sized hoops and a bevy of bangles both of which work for both day, and evening wear.

Halle proves that good things are worth waiting for.You don’t have to wait though,peruse the selection of bangles and hoops for something bold and beautiful to add to your accessory wardrobe.

My current obsessions are these stunning Florentine hoop earrings and matching Florentine bangle bracelet. The bangle comes in a single or double wrap version in 14K yellow gold.

Note the double wrap with the addition of white gold, too, adding further visual interest to this textural bangle bracelet. I would stack a single and a double bangle together for the maximum wow factor!

What seemed like a good idea in theory – P.S. I Love You, a tear jerker which follows the life after love, of Holly, (played by Hillary Swank) whose husband succumbs to an untimely demise having been diagnosed with a brain tumor, did not translate well to the big screen.

Somehow the profound message of don’t be held hostage by the notion of a hypothetical future – live in the moment, was lost in the muck and mire of the silly communicating from (seemingly) beyond by Holly’s husband (played by the very easy on the eyes Gerard Butler). Through a series of letters (the dispatch of which, he’d arranged for prior to his death), he communicates to her ideas for reintegrating herself into the social scene by partaking in a variety of outings that run the gamut from the sublime to the ridiculous.

Even a supporting cast which includes Gina Gershon, Kathy Bates, Lisa Kudrow and Harry Connick Jr. could not save this flighty flick from failure. Not much to excavate beneath the surface, you may want to wait and rent the DVD.

Though the move doesn’t make the grade, Hilary, gets top marks for her recent appearance in Ireland (where movie scenes were filmed) at the premiere of P.S. I Love You.

Wearing a flattering white dress and gold accessories including delicate multi strand bracelet, clutch, linear dangle earrings and open-toed gold shoes, she certainly radiates the star quality of a two time Oscar winner which we hope will be better showcased in more suitable vehicles in future!

The linear dangle earring has longevity — look for the trend to continue in 2008! I couldn’t be more pleased, as I have several variations and look forward to more mileage from them!

Oft photographed, Kate Middleton, the so called Princess In Waiting, and her relationship with Prince William, is the subject of much media scrutiny.

Though her parents are self made millionaires, she was not born with a silver spoon in her mouth, and lacks the pedigree associated with Royalty. She is, however, educated, gainfully employed, and self assured. With her long, dark, glossy mane, cerulean blue eyes and svelte figure, she is both hip, and also refined, whatever the situation dictates.

One would think given her Princess in Waiting status she would be sporting bling for Britain – royal jewels passed down, or pieces gifted to her by Prince William – knock offs in the making. That’s not the case– Kate appears to adorn herself with pieces likely self purchased, embracing classic items, as well as trends, she has fun with fashion and is occasion appropriate.

No frumpy frocks for Kate! Shown here, she’s enjoying a night out on the town. Wearing a black crochet mini, velvet fitted jacket and the high boots which she favours, she accessories not with royal jewels, but the ever popular Chandelier earrings. Notice how they sway dramatically and make such an exotic touch against the background of her monochromatic outfit and dark tresses.

Here are two pair of chandelier earrings very similar to those worn by Kate– Gold Chandelier Earrings and a pair of Two Tone Gold Chandelier Earrings.

These multi droplets of gold dangle so delicately, adding a punch of pizzazz, and bringing out the princess in each of us!

Ashley Judd is a vision of purple perfection dressed in an exotic sari, at a gala event to benefit YouthAIDS. Since 2002 Ashley has been the YouthAIDS Global Ambassador. She channels her energy into raising both awareness and funds for YouthAIDS education and preventative programs.

She has traveled widely for the cause, including such locales as Cambodia and Thailand, Guatemala, and South Africa. She considers her role as Ambassador to be her most meaningful role of all.

I’ve never witnessed Ashley commit a fashion faux pas – she is always the epitome of glamour goddess. Here she makes a bold statement with gargantuan gold earrings – aren’t they gorgeous?

Here is a trio of bold gold with which to embellish your ears and add some drama to the dull winter days ahead:

Via Diamond Harmony 14K yellow gold Drop Earrings with that “wow!” factor.

14k yellow gold Carved Drop Earrings have an interesting and textural hammered effect.

I love these 14K Tri Tone Gold Oval Drop Earrings both for their layered effect and the various gold hues which render them a diverse addition to your jewelry wardrobe.

Megan Fox has risen from relative obscurity, to Hollywood “It” Girl Status. Her meteoric rise from bit parts starring alongside Lindsay Lohan and Ashley Olsen, her role as Sydney Shanowski on the TV series Hope and Faith, and most recently, her major coup, and some would say career catalyst, the role as Sam Witwicky in Transformers proved that Megan is a fiery presence that can heat up the big screen.

An actress and model, in addition to being known for her stunning good looks, Megan is known for her association to her fiancé Brian Austin Green of Beverley Hills 90210 fame, and for the numerous tattoos she sports – six, in all, including a portrait of Marilyn Munroe and a quote from Shakespeare’s King Lear “We will all laugh a gilded Butterflies” (I find the latter particularly interesting, since it implies the laughter associated with those who actively practice façade, which is of course rife in the social dynamic of Hollywood!).

Shown above, Megan accepts an award for Sci Fi Siren for her role in Transformers at Spike TV’s “Scream 2007”Awards. With her raven hair, piercing blue eyes, and tangerine dress, Megan needs no further embellishment but chooses a pair of chandelier earrings that certainly have the “wow factor”!

Chandeliers continue to be huge on the celebrity circuit, and I never tire of them myself. These 14K white gold Chandelier Earrings are one of my current favorites. They are delicate, deco-inspired and dramatic.

Check out more choices in Chandelier Earrings, and enter to win a pair of 14K yellow gold three-tier Chandelier Earrings in the Diamond Harmony Sweepstakes!

Against the dramatic backdrop of the Great Wall of China, Karl Lagerfeld and Fendi orchestrated a show of opulence and grand scale on a catwalk 300 meters in length. A fusion of Lagerfeld’s womenswear collection with accessories by Fendi, the show was a couturier coup.

Among the fashionistas in attendance was actress Zhang Ziyi of Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon fame. Pictured wearing a Lagerfeld couture creation, it is fabricated of fur. At a time when consumer social consciousness has reached new heights, Lagerfeld boldly substantiates his use of animal fur by pointing out that other companies have, and still do, use leather, and that to use one and espouse military opposition to the other animal product, is nothing short of hypocritical.

Consumer social consciousness has also given rise to concern about the use of conflict free diamonds in the manufacture of jewelry items. Conflict free, or cruelty free diamonds, are those which are not mined by warlords with the intent to control a country’s mineral wealth.

Regulations within the diamond industry are helping to certify the origin of product, which serves to satisfy jewelry merchants as they can then assuage the concern of the consumer.

If this is important to you, and so it should be – look for industry integrity when choosing to make a conflict free diamond purchase.

Notice Zhang’s earrings – the popular linear drop style is an absolute favorite among the fashion elite at the moment.

Here is an array of delightful dramatic dangles:

From left to right:

Two Tone Oval Diamond Drop Earrings are slimming in effect with the versatility of two precious metals.

White Gold Diamond Drop Earrings go to great lengths of luxe!

Peridot Drop Earrings feature the perennially popular peridot with the sparkle of dew drops.

Linear dangle earrings add a touch of drama to both day and evening wear!

While chandelier earrings are still hot, they’ve moved from trend territory into classics. If you are minus a pair of these in your jewelry collection, they are a must have! Available in an array of geometrics and gems, these earrings are dramatic, exotic, and have become what’s known as “statement earrings” — if you wear no other piece of jewelry, your chandelier earrings will pack a powerful punch by enlivening any outfit.

These Great Glamour Chandelier Earrings in 14k white gold look very similar to those worn by Kate Hudson in the above photo.

Heidi Klum had some serious chandeliers dangling from her ears at the emmys last night! Faux, or no? What do you think?

Devotes of the chandelier will welcome the equally popular linear drop earring.

Check out these 14k white gold Diamond Drop Earrings. With a cascade of fiery brilliance as they catch the light, they’ll glint and sway with your every move. These dazzling dangles put sparkle at a premium, suit any face shape, and actually have a slimming effect.

Peruse the bounty of Chandelier Earrings and Linear Drop Earrings via Diamond Harmony. I found some exciting new arrivals!

Who looks this good when stepping out to run some errands? Halle Berry does! Consistently chic, Halle is clad in an aubergine baby doll dress – a style she’s favored all summer, one which can accommodate some weight gain were she to be with child! Obscuring her midsection, as per usual, we are none the wiser as to whether or not Halle and her Berry gorgeous beau Gabriel Aubry are impending parents!

One thing is for sure, though – Halle’s hallmark exquisite taste is not to be outdone. Not overly done, either – this simple dress packs a powerful punch of color, accessorized by some yellow gold pieces including deco-inspired earrings and lightly layered gold bracelets – a simple stackable gold bangle paired with a gold heart charm bracelet (perhaps given to her by Gabriel?).

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