For the World Traveller

Can you think of a better gift to give to the avid traveller?

This necklace by Alviero Martini features the "Geo" material (which is basically a gorgeous antique looking map of the world) framed in gold tone and dotted with some Swarovski crystals for good measure.

I wonder if you could even personalise it by ordering a version that showed the countries you had just been to....?

Buy from Forzieri for USD$185.

Word silver plated coin necklace by Tom Binns

How cute is this tongue-in-cheek take on the statement necklace by Tom Binns?

Adorned with "big diamonds" "pearls" and "sapphires", this necklace is attitude in a jar.

Buy from Net-a-Porter for US$1,125.

Jardin Gold Leaf Tiger Ring

I'm really only into animal prints when they are used very sparingly to spice up an otherwise plain outfit - for example, my hot patent leopard pumps.

Which is why I like this Jardin ring so much.  It gives you a little bit of 'animal' without making you look like an extra from The Flintstones.

Another plus?  It's on sale now at Bluefly for US$63.  

Oscar de la Renta Multi Stone Necklace

Apologies for being a bit slack with my posts of late, I've been freakishly busy. The one upside is that when I trawl my usual sites for new sparklies, there's a whole load of goodies to choose from.

Fall in the States is in full swing, with most designers having already unveiled their fall collections.  This stunning piece from Oscar de la Renta is the archetypal necklace for fall - big, bold and beautiful warm tones.

Pre order from Neiman Marcus for $790.

Liquorice All-sorts Anyone?

Anyone who reads this blog regularly knows that I am a big fan of any jewellery that looks like candy - so this Kate Spade 'Color Cafe' ring really ticks all my boxes.

These bright stripes are perfect for summer and adding a punch of colour to an otherwise casual outfit.

Buy from Nordstrom for US$45.

Louis Mariette Pearl Embellished Headband

I wouldn't be surprised if we start seeing Blair in GG Season 3 wearing some of Louis Mariette's creations. They are simply gorgeous - and would give some more variety to her headband wardrobe.

Today they are my pick for Net-a-Porter Thursday!

Buy from Net-a-Porter for £265.22.

Tom Binns - Chain of Events

I am in lust of this Tom Binns "Chain of Events" bracelet in 18K gold hearts. It's a beautiful twist on a traditional charm bracelet.

The problem is, this bracelet is going to set off its own chain of events. Millions of girls will see this bracelet, can't afford it - but buy it anyway, go into debt, the economy falters and before you know it, Tom Binns has single-handedly caused the GFC! lol.

Visit the website here.

Growing Jewellery - Hafsteinn Juliusson

"Now I've seen everything!"

"Really.  Have you seen a man eat his own head?"

"Er, no."

"Then you haven't seen everything, have you?"

I can't remember what line that movie is from, but it cracks me up every time.

Seriously though, is this where modern jewellery is going? If so, it's all a bit like hard work for me. Granted, this is a very striking and unique look, but what about people like me who can't even keep cacti alive?!

Fun for 8-12 months. Buy from Hafsteinn Juliusson for 150€.

A Beautiful, Non-Traditional Wedding Band

If I was the sort of woman who dreamed of getting married in Byron Bay, then this would be the perfect ring for my husband.

Made of titanium and inlaid with ancient Kauri wood (certified 30,000 to 50,000 years old), this ring is a gorgeous symbol of longevity.

Buy from Robandlean for US $160.

Eka Poetry Pendant

When I first saw this pendant I was looking at it on the mobile so I thought, "how gorgeous, it's like a thumbprint!"

It's only just now, that I've looked at it on my desktop that I've seen that the engraving is actually a beautiful love poem inscribed across the surface of this pink gold pendant.

I think this would be such a romantic gift, especially if each poem is original. Buy from LUISAVIAROMA for AUD $7333 (approx).

More Details on Gemma Redux Fall 09 Line

Some more details on the Gemma Redux Fall 09 Line for y'all from GR:

"This collection is truly a celebration of the elements from which it is made -- including huge pyrite (Fools' Gold!) nuggets, rough petrified wood slabs and icy chunks of hemimorphite, all mixed together with some warm, industrial metals such as raw brass, copper and raw steel.  There are also some great pops of color in bright cobalt blue and rich emerald green to take us in to Holiday (full Holiday collection coming later)."