Cara Delevingne Fronts John Hardy’s New Balinese Fall 2014 Campaign

Photos Courtesy of John Hardy

It seems like we can’t go a week without writing about Cara Delevingne, but we don’t mind considering how obsessed we are with her. Of course, it seems like we’re not the only ones who can’t get our fill of the fun-loving model. John Hardy has picked up the British babe to be the new face of the brand for the jewelry designer’s new Fall 2014 campaign. “There is no denying Cara Delevingne’s appeal; her striking beauty, alluring confidence and effortless cool make her one of a kind. Cara is forging her own path with a free spirit, fierce independence and unique perspective on life, which is, at its core and inception, the essence of John Hardy,” the brand explained.

Coveting Shiny New Things? Henri J. Sillam Has You Covered

Photo Courtesy of Sillam

We’ve officially entered the holiday season which primarily means one thing—shopping, for yourself, others, the home—it’s basically an economic free for all. And while we’re sure you’re in the holiday spirit, snapping up gifts left and right for friends, family and lovers, there’s nothing wrong with making your own wish list in the process is there? Wouldn’t you rather let people know what you’re coveting this fall instead of ending up with another gift card? And we’re betting jewels are on the top of that list. If you can’t pin down a favorite (hey there are a lot of options out there) maybe taking a look at the opulent, whimsical and traditional pieces at Henri J. Sillam will help you narrow down your list—or make it bigger—we’re not picky.

Jean Paul Gaultier Goes Gaudy This Fall With Swarovski Crystals and Animal Prints

Photos Courtesy of Patrice Stable SMP – Gaultier Paris

Never a stranger to avant-garde runway creations, designer Jean Paul Gaultier debuted his Fall/ Winter 2013-14 Couture Collection last month to reveal tulle, leather, silk and over 1.8 million Swarovski crystals. The runway was filled with opposing juxtapositions, feminine models in lady-like pencil skirts and girls strutting down the catwalk in spiked gowns roaring like jaguars. Shaded in dark winter hues with pops of color, the season’s main feature of animal print and crystals were prominently displayed.

Wendy Brandes’ Maneater Collection Brings Historical Whimsy to Luxury Jewelry

Photo Courtesy of Wendy Brandes

The allegedly insane 15th century Spanish queen, Joanna of Castilla, may not be a story that gets your creative juices flowing, but for jewelry designer Wendy Brandes, she’s the perfect muse. The media and marketing pro turned jewelry guru has shown that inspiration can come from the most unlikely places. Her collections, based largely off powerful historical women, have won her fashion awards (including the coveted FGI Rising Star award in 2012) and the recognition of celebrities and stylists alike.

Founder Stories | Bec Astley Clarke on Building a Luxury Brand Online

Bec Astley Clarke | Source: Courtesy photo

In the latest instalment of Founder Stories, a series highlighting the personal and professional journeys of some of fashion’s most dynamic entrepreneurs, BoF speaks with Bec Astley Clarke, founder of luxury jeweller Astley Clarke.

LONDON, United Kingdom — BoF sat down with Bec Astley Clarke only days after she was made a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) by Queen Elizabeth II for doing what was once considered impossible — building a fully fledged luxury brand on the Internet — and doing it with a distinctly British combination of elegance and irreverence.

Gossamer Wings: Van Cleef & Arpels Two Butterfly

Two Butterfly Between the Finger Ring, white gold, pink gold, pink sapphires, round and marquise-cut diamonds Lightness and femininity might be thought of as the two butterflies of the Van Cleef & Arpels Two Butterfly jewelry collection.

CEO Talk | Nadja Swarovski, Member of the Executive Board, Swarovski

Nadja Swarovski | Source: Courtesy of Swarovski

As a landmark exhibition tracing Swarovski’s long history in Haute Coutre opens in Paris, Nadja Swarovski speaks to Imran Amed about the design-led vision that she has been advocating for her family business, founded in 1895 by her great-great-grandfather.

Nadja Swarovski is a woman on the go. Having recently been elevated to member of the executive board of Swarovski, she is constantly shuttling between her home in London, Swarovski’s headquarters in Wattens, Austria, and countless other places around the world. Indeed, the crystal manufacturing company that Daniel Swarovski set up in 1895 has since grown into a business with over €2.8 billion in revenues, operating in several disparate market segments, with B2B and B2C businesses, and over 2,000 retail stores. This is a complex, global concern.

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Exclusive ~ Abstract Designer Joji Kojima on His Bizarre and Macabre Jewelry

Photo Courtesy of Joji Kojima

If you haven’t heard of luxury jewelry designer Joji Kojima before, it’s possible you may have seen some of his work without necessarily knowing it. Kojima, who is revolutionizing his field with expressionist jewelry that both amazes and inspires, is gaining attention for his work that seems to blend macabre qualities with fetishism and glamour. Though his self-titled brand was only established two years ago, Joji Kojima is already becoming a household name in the luxury jewelry world and experiencing ample success along the way.

Interview with Louis Vuitton Jewelry Designer Lorenz Bäumer

“I would love to be seen as an artist who creates sculptures to be worn,” states luxury diamond jewelry designer Lorenz Bäumer, the creator behind Louis Vuitton fine jewelry. In fact, he has been the creator of many fine jewelry pieces for other eminent names such as Chanel, Guerlain and Baccarat. These notable houses would only enlist a most proficient jeweler to uphold their reputation, bien sûr! But Lorenz Bäumer has his own great name and salon also, where he described to me in a recent interview the commonality he shares with Louis Vuitton, his most poetically expressed inspirations, and the one “erotic object” he finds amusing.

Jewelry By Lara Bohinc Adds Celestial Glamour To Fashion

British luxury goods brand Lara Bohinc, which features a range of fashion accessories including bags, scarves, and jewelry for both men and women, is headquartered out of a boutique found on London’s Sloan Street. However, Lara Bohinc fine jewelry and adornments can be found in department stores around the globe including Harrods, Harvey Nichols, Selfridges, and select boutiques. The brand boasts a number of royal and celebrity admirers including Princess Victoria of Sweden, Claudia Schiffer, and Maria Sharapova.

Vintage Inspired Jewelry by Oscar de la Renta

The luxury jewelry line that accompanies fashion designer Oscar de la Renta’s Winter 2012 Collection is anything but ordinary. Glittery necklaces, earrings, and bracelets complement the designer’s clothing line and give the sophisticated pieces a little something extra.

Dior Jewelry Line Modeled By Nude Brazilian Beauty

Photo Courtesy of Dior

 

The campaign for My Dior, the new fine jewelry line from the house of Dior, features Brazilian beauty Raquel Zimmerman. Photographed by Steven Meisel, the campaign showcases Raquel’s classic style in natural makeup and sporting bold red lips as well as everything else in-between. The campaign also highlights the timelessness of the new jewelry line.

Black Diamonds By Gucci

Girl’s best friend just got a lot more interesting. Our black diamond Horsebit collection, refreshed in pink gold, is a glittering of how beautiful intricate craftsmanship can be. A flutter of pave diamonds against a warm pink canvas make the collection the perfect companion–day or night.