Naomi Campbell in Fur and Diamonds!

A super model Naomi Campbell is wearing nothing but fur and incredible jewelry for Madame Figaro Magazine's latest issue. In her 44 years she looks gorgeous with her short-hair style and seems to be born for wearing this beauty!

All jewelry is massive and impressive, like meant to compensate lack of clothing. There are diamonds, sapphires, garnets, emeralds and more. Diamonds are set in white gold. All in all the pictures below are worth a thousand words (pictures below):

Julien Macdonald Unveiled a Multi-Million-Dollar Diamond-Encrusted Wedding Dress

How many Welsh fashion designer do you know? Laura Ashley, Kate Lambert, Timothy Everest are among them but Julien Macdonald is the one that is most talked about now. The reason is his diamond-encrusted wedding dress which he unveiled during Fashion Week 2014 in London.

This was the highlight of Macdonald's show, the podium was a match to a gown's beauty – the Royal Opera House. The dress was presented by Abbey Clancy while the Welsh designer got a status of the king of sparkle. The price was also announced - $6.5 million!

Agatha Christie's Jewelry Found

Agatha Christie, a world known novelist of murder and mystery stories, had been entangled in a mystery herself even many ago after her death. It happened when a fan of her, who bought an old suitcase as a thing to remind about Agatha, discovered a box of jewelry inside.

The fan, who decided to remain anonymous, said that she bought a suitcase in 2006 at the contents of the Greenway estate. That time she paid about $160 for that old traveling case. Inside she saw a locked box, but since the key was lost a new owner didn't bother much on opening it. Four years passed until she had that box opened. That time she had her building work done and got a chance to use some building tools to wretch it open. What she found there stunned her greatly: a purse of golden coins, a ring with three diamonds and a diamond brooch. Most likely all these stuff belonged to Agatha Christie's mother. Now she is selling an ancient brooch ($10,000-$16,000) and a diamond ring ($6,000-$9,000).

Diamond Grillz — Freak, Fashion Whim or a Means to Improve Oral Health

Once there was RyanLochte, the Olympic gold-winner in swimming, this time Katy Perry was spotted wearing precious grillz. The tendency is gaining momentum. But is it just a freaky thing of celebrity or do they know the real value of diamond encrusted grillz?

The idea of using diamond-encrusted teeth has serious medical grounds. Scientists have discovered that diamonds of small spherical shape can increase the durability of dental implants and promote bone growth. They can also fight diseases and improve oral health.

Paris Hilton at 'Foam & Diamonds' Party

We've come across lots of diamond inspired things: tattoo and lingerie, grills and flash drive. This time this is a mega cool party named after diamonds: 'Foam & Diamonds' event at Amnesia Ibiza club. Luxury as diamonds are, the party should correspond with the name. Brilliant event it's supposed to be!

Paris Hilton is a famous socialite but this time instead of spending time idly she is going to work there as a resident DJ. Surprise! The initial goal is to launch a pop-up store where a star is to sell her line of accessories and handbags. The even will star on July 31 and be open till August 31, but Paris Hilton will perform there every Wednesday till August 21. It sounds like a nice chance to meet a huge star face to face. Moreover, on August 7 she is going to meet her fans personally and offer her accessories at the club. Who knows may be there will be diamonds there not only in the name of the event.

Gina Lollobrigida Diamonds Sold at Sotheby's Auction

When speaking on diamonds as an investment option, these are mostly celebrated people to take maximum from them. Gina Lollobrigida was one of the most famous Italian actresses of her time, a photojournalist and a sculptor – definitely holding a position in a 'celebrated' niche. In addition to all unique properties typical for diamonds, Lollobrigida's gems also acquired a kind of charm from their celebrated proprietress.

Be My Josephine! Napoleon Engagement Ring Sold at Auction

“The fiancé of the French Emperor deserves to be proposed with the deluxe jewelry” Napoleon Bonaparte might have thought since the adjectives “beautiful, awesome and stunning” can't reproduce the splendour of the ring he gave to Josephine.

The ring popped up at the Osenat auction in Fontainebleau, France. The pre-estimated price varied between $13,000 and $20,000 but skyrocketed to unexpected $1.2 million!

Lab Diamonds Give You a Celebrated Look on Mommy's Budget

Having a million-dollar-baby look doesn't necessarily mean you should spend million on that. There are many ways to save on like you can buy fabulous clothes on sales or even sew it by yourself, visit outlets to get accessories at 70% off their regular price or opt for lab diamonds. Yes, the ability to bring the same effect as of natural diamonds but at lower price also adds to synthetic diamond's positive qualities.

Diamonds on The Golden Globe Award

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January 13 was an important day for big movie stars. The Golden Globe Award, which is also nick-named a repetition for the Academy Awards, opened the parade of Award ceremonies this year. While celebrities were eager of getting the main prize, their fans were anxious about celebrities' magnificent apparels. But where there is luxurious clothing there should no less deluxe accessories. Diamonds is the perfect match for such an event. To complement their look, famous Hollywood actresses concentrated on earrings this year.

The List of Most Expensive Diamond Engagement Rings

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How to be a man means you should build a house, plant a tree and bear a son. To propose with a diamond engagement ring – be it the continuation of a known phrase. Indeed, a diamond engagement ring is not simply the symbol of 'pure & perfect' love, but it shows man's serious intentions, level of his well-being and, well, how generous he is. Moreover, it's not the privilege of celebrities only. According to statistics, 75% of first-time brides are proposed with a diamond engagement ring. However, it's diamond engagement rings of celebrities that are most talked about. So let not break this tradition and talk about them, too.

From Fiancée to Bachelorette: Britney Spears Returned Her Diamond Engagement Ring to Jason Trawick

Private life of celebrities are usually in public hands, they can hardly do or say anything without being spot on the front page. This is a kind of tribute to their fame. Marriages and divorces are especially talked about and Britney Spears is now in the center of everybody's attention: she broke up with her fiancé Jason Trawick being on her half way to marriage.

Singer's mind is a stranger to everyone but there is an assumption about the possible cause for breakup. Britney Spears claimed to want more children while her starlet boyfriend could not imagine himself being a daddy. But this fact didn't spoil couple's relationships completely: they still continue to be the best friends for each other.

Celebrated Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring — the One on Kelly Clarkson's Ring Finger

 

“Oh, I can't believe it's happening to me. Some people wait a lifetime, for a moment like this” the words from her own song fits the occasion just perfectly – Brandon Blackstock got down on his knee to propose Kelly.

Now Kelly Clarkson seems to swell the ranks of celebrated brides wearing fancy colored diamond engagement rings. Her sparkler is a yellow canary cushion shaped diamond surrounded by small colorless diamonds. Either being too happy or trying to satisfy curiosity of myriads of her fans, the singer took a close up picture of her beautiful ring and shared it on Twitter.

Some words about the bridegroom: Brandon Blackstock is the son of Kelly Clarkson manager, Narvel Blackstock. A couple dated for 10 months, the time sufficient for Brandon to realize that he has found the love of his life. To make a special ring for his chosen one, the groom-to-be designed it with Jonathan Arndt, a talented fine jewelry designer who also created a number of diamond jewelry pieces for http://cultured-diamond.blogspot.com/2011/02/carrie-underwood-dazzled-with-yellow.htmlCarrie Underwood, who by the way has yellow diamond engagement ring, too!

The singer is so happy with her ring that they are going to ask Jonathan Arndt again to make a ring for Brandon.

Yellow Diamonds To Cheer Up Your Spirits

Time flies, fashion and trends changes but there is one thing that unchangeable – love for diamonds. What is more, this love has not boundaries: from poor to rich, young and old, men and women all over the world – various categories of people are charmed by diamond luster. But now these are all shades of yellow that managed to win even the toughest heart – yes, the yellow diamonds rule today!

Canary yellow diamonds are in abundance in collections of such high-end jewelers as Cartier, Bulgari, and Van Cleef & Arpels. Fueled by celebrities and rarity, they seem to go far beyond the bounds of Paris. Over the past few years De Beers jewelers have noticed strong interest in fancy colored diamonds, in yellow in particular. Actually, the trend for colored gems was started about 50 years ago, when the iconic blond girl Marline Monroe used to dazzle with diamonds. But this was HeidiKlum who revived the interest for yellow diamonds after she had been spotted with yellow diamond engagement ring. Later she gave up the baton to Jennifer Lopez, Carrie Underwood, Rebecca Romijn and other stars. Hey, but apart from jewellery, yellow diamonds seem to penetrate every sphere of life including music (“Yellow diamonds in the light” by Rihanna) and perfumery (“Yellow Diamonds” by Versace).

The range of yellow shades is impressive: from pale yellowish, to lemony yellow and deep orange. Alongside the hues, yellows also varies in price. Lighter gems can sell cheaper while vivid yellow will demand a fortune for the right to possess it. Yellow diamonds of deep shades can have additional hues such as green, pink or blue, but this only makes a stone unique and thought-after, consequently more costly. While the price for pale yellow may start from $6.500 it sky rockets to $40.000 and higher once there is a vivid gem. The highest price paid for yellow diamond at auction is $12.4 million given for the sun-drop diamond last November. Should we expect for a new wave of price increasing.

Courtney Robertson Is Not Wearing a Diamond Ring Any More

Diamonds are known as heart-melting gems, they are also jaw-dropping and sought-after what can make your think they are always desired. But no matter how stunning and beautiful the diamond engagement ring is, Courtney Robertson resolutely marched into a Neil Lane jewelry store in L.A. a couple of days ago determined to give a brilliant jewel back.

Bachelor stars Courtney Robertson and Ben Flajnik have been dating for a year already and a large 3-carat diamond rock on Robertson's finger was a catchy sign of their relationships. But even with such a long term of dating the couple said they are going their separate ways now. In November 2011 Flajnik proposed with a $85,000-worth ring to the model, who eagerly received the ring as well as the proposition. The couple of course was determined to beat the curse of previous couples from this reality show who didn't manage to work out, however it seems now they only consolidated a poor reputation. One of the reasons Flajnik names is that they are always forced to move further and to live up to everybody's expectations while they still don't know each other well enough.

Diamonds and Platinum on the Red Carpet 2012: Primetime Emmy Awards

The Red Carpet has always been a grandiose event, when the whole world is thrilled with the expectations to get to know who is the best lead actor, lead actress, guest actors, director, etc. But not only that, this is always a huge party flashy with luxury gowns, eye-catchy high heels, bizarre accessories and fine jewelry. Speaking about the latter this is platinum that is again

loved by celebs today.

Hollywood's stars as if all of them were in collusion celebrated this big event wearing platinum. The choice is absolutely decent. This is the precious metal that never changes its color or fades over time. Couple it with diamonds and you will get an everlasting jewelry that can be handed down to many generations.

Platinum is a beneficial setting for diamonds of any color: while it enhance the brilliance of colorless stones it also underlines the beauty of colored ones. Now it's clear why such mega stars like Sofia Vergara, Padma Lakshmi, Christina Hendricks, Tina Fey and others were radiant with drop earrings, cuffs bracelets and rings. Male stars such as Jon Hamm and James Van Der Beek didn't yield the ladies in terms of exquisite style and dazzled platinum and diamond cufflinks.

Chopard and Bvlgari are definitely an old-school brands that stood the test of time and rivalry, but these were Neil Lane, Lorraine Schwartz and Fred Leighton who ruled the Red Carpet. The most exotic jewelry (Neil Lane) were worn by Padma Lakshmi who chose platinum pendant earrings from the 1920's with coral, onix and diamonds, and platinum coctail ring from the same period featuring diamond and onix. Starling Sophia Vergara opted for the largest pieces offered by Neil Lane, this is a set of platinum and diamond earrings (45 carats), cuff bracelets (110 carats) and a ring with two center diamonds (20 carats).

Patriotic Grills are Diamond Encrusted

While there are many different things that are encrusted with diamonds (the bra, flash drive, body tattoo, skull and many more) Ryan Lochte diamond covered grills are the most talked about now.

The Olympic gold-winner Ryan Lochte was so happy to win his medal on the 2012 London Olympics that he hasn't found other way to express his patriotism as to show off his red, white and blue diamond encrusted grills on the podium. Shining the colors of the American flag, the grills serve a kind of a symbol the swimmer wears while getting his awards.

In his interview Ryan Lochte said: "For those who don't know what a grill is, it's basically a retainer filled with diamonds. I wear it when I go on the podium. It's just a unique way of showing personality out to everyone".

If you think that this is the champion's first eccentric prank with a mouthpiece, you are wrong. Last year he stunned the fans by his diamond item during the 2011 World Championship in Shanghai, in 2009 he rushed onto the podium in Rome at the 2009 Wold Championship and the year before his teeth shined at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. These are only most known meets where Ryan Lochte startle the public.

Well, as you see the diamonds can be a nice way to express oneself either on the podium or in a way of anniversary present.

Tints of Pink

There are always debates about what diamonds are the most popular among celebrities: pink or blue? But it would look like seeking for a simple answer to a difficult question. This is actually not what we are going to do this time, yet will turn your attention to undoubtedly one of the most sought after diamonds – pink.

Indisputably pink diamonds are stunning and one finds it difficult to resist their seductive beauty. But the truth is there is a difference between the pinks – the color tints. Even though most of the gems look alike they have certain amount of inclusions that color diamonds various shades of color from brownish to reddish pink. On the one hand, it affects the price which can be much lower for brown-pink diamonds when compared to reddish gems, but on the other it of course determines the demand: pure flawless gems are definitely in higher demand among customers and they are enticing lots on many auctions. Tinted pink diamonds are not defective, they also possess unique charm and can look stunning in the appropriate setting.

So the tints: let's take reddish diamond's cost for 100% then

Brownish – cost 30% less

Brown – cost 50% less

Orangey – cost 10% less

Orange – cost 25% less

Grayish – cost 30% less

Gray – cost 40% less

Purplish – cost 20% less

Purple – cost 30% less

Any tint of red color can easily double the price, the same as the tendency of celebrities to wear this or that tint of diamond. It's a known fact that the boom for pink diamonds dates back to 2003, when Ben Affleck proposed her with impressive pink diamond engagement ring. Even though “Bennifer” later parted without getting married the ring was talked about for long enough to turn into a fashion trend for jewelry.

Diamond That is Telling the Story

Natural diamond is a long-lasting gem with thousands of years of history concealed under its incredible brilliance. But its impossible to reproduce it, so what is left is to simply enjoy its beauty. But it can be quite different with man made diamonds that may contain a secret inside, like the one owned by Mexican artist Teresa Margolles.

On arriving to London in 2011, Teresa Margolles didn't expect to see what she actually witnessed: the city erupting in violence. Shocked by those events, she decided to document them and collected the evidence of them in terms of remains caused by rioting left from burned buildings. In order to keep the memory of that riot forever, Margolles decided to engraved them in most durable gem – diamond. Now she is the owner of three quarter carat 58 facet cut diamond grown from ashes, the stone you can trace the story back right to the beginning and peaceful times. Moreover, Teresa keeps on telling the story of the riot, vandalism, crime and violence. She even has a proof – her diamond.

Actually, there shouldn't be any revolts to help you make a diamond unique. There is the company that claims to reproduce the memories of any special occasions or of your dearest person in the most solid gem in the world like diamond, which is going to be the most safe storage of your own story. Would you like to have that kind of diamond?

Diamond Tattoo – the Priciest Tattoo in the World

It's known that diamonds are loved both by men and women and while women try to adorn anything they have with these precious gems be it a handbag or the iPad, men managed to set them in luxury autos. It seems the whole world is competing for making something special of diamonds like the Swiss jeweler, but this time the setting for diamonds is very unusual – human body!
The world's most expensive tattoo is made of 612 diamonds. All of them are of 0.5 carat size ideally cut and colorless. As far as 'the setting' is very tender the jeweler, rather than a tattoo master, applied a water based adhesive to firmly stick them. This is Minki van der Westhuizen model who desired to become a princess for a while and try on an unusual tattoo. However to become one cost her a pretty sum of money - $924,000!

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt are Officially Engaged!

There is a stir in show business sphere with headlines screaming about Angelina Jolie's and Brad Pitt's marriage. Though a couple claimed that an act of marriage is just a formality for them with nothing that can change their lives and relationships but still people all around still were anticipating that moment when they announce the date of a solemn day. Frankly speaking, the date is still unknown but there is already a diamond engagement ring sparkling on Jolie's finger. This is exactly an item we are going to focus on.

While the majority of celebrities are boasting their extremely expensive diamond rings, whose is the best and priciest, Angelina turns her head to conflict-free man made diamonds. Her affection for the latter was noticed about 10 years ago when she came to the decision to wear non-natural diamonds. In 2010 she started to work with Robert Procop, a skillful jeweler creating one-of-a-kind jewels for each customer individually. They then designed a line of fine jewelry to raise funds for Jolie's charity fund, the Education Partnership for Children of Conflict. Each one of jewels were privately sold amid Procop's clients the majority of whom are honorable personalities. So when it came to the engagement ring there were no doubts Brad Pitt will order it from Procop. It took a whole year to create and design the ring in a way to fit Angelina's ring finger the best way possible. The final product is an elongated tablet-shaped diamond surrounded by smaller diamonds which looks amazing on fiancee's hand.

It is often claimed that man made diamonds are usually a nice option for average budget-minded customers and Angelina Jolie was surely out of the list. But now she became a vivid example of an eco-minded customer who is looking for high-quality alternative to conflict diamonds. And she found one. And you?