De Young Museum Presents: A Vision of the Art and Heritage of Bulgari Jewelry.

                                  Marisa Berenson in Bulgari Necklace – Photo Gianni Turillazzi 1970 Condè NastWhat comes to mind when one hears, Bulgari? The name has become synonymous with high-end jewelry. In fact, there seems to be no comparison for the standard the Italian company has set in the fine jewelry market. For over a century, Bulgari has epitomized...

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CARTIER : Style and History

                                                        CARTIER : Style and History...

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Jewelry Inspiration: Lauren Hutton

Why does Lauren Hutton look so great in accessories, maybe it's the eyes or that imperfect/perfect smile. Is it that natural god given bohemian grace? What the hell is it? Lauren Hutton. Vogue image, 1967She was given her first cover and real shot in November 1966 on the cover of Vogue. (P.S.-thank you Vogue editor at the time-Diana Vreeland.)Vogue Cover, Nov 1966.Cover image, Vogue 1966. Look at those jewels. Bert Stern photo.I wanted to start the...

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Designing for YSL: Willy van Rooy An Inspirational Career.

Lou Lou, Willy, and Yves. 1980. Willy van Rooy has lived a life of travel, art, love, design, and is the face of one of the most popular fashion mannequins ever made. One could write her off as just a top model, but they would be missing the core of who she is- an artist and free spirit. Many things about Willy intrigue me-  her classic magazine covers, her time as a designer and muse in the 80s for Yves Saint Laurent, as well as her own...

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