Category : FASHION AND JEWELRY
It’s hard not to feel inspired by some of the red carpet looks from the 2016 Met Gala this past Monday. The theme was Manus x Machina: Fashion in the age of Technology, and there were some incredible costumes incorporating innovative, glamorous, and – above all – artful elements. The gilded list of celebrities in
Diamonds are some of the most coveted objects on earth. They inspire romance, symbolize wealth and power, and ignite controversy. While there are hundreds, if not thousands, of diamonds that could be considered “famous”, the five stones below are some of the most renowned gems of all time: The Tiffany Diamond Image: The
By helping him find the perfect ring, “Lofty saved me from being the typical guy,” said newlywed Michael Starkey, who was thrilled with the engagement ring he purchased for his wife, Inese, from Lofty. Although the process of buying the ring from Lofty was simple and easy, the search for the perfect ring was challenging
Five golden rings is nothing—we have hundreds of unique jewelry pieces that are sure to please this holiday season. So forget the guesswork and give the gift that sparkles. With so much to choose from—including gold, diamonds, emeralds and more from makers like Cartier and Tiffany & Co.—Lofty has the perfect precious present for the
Our discussion of Asian art with expert specialist Daphne Lange Rosenzweig continues today in Part II of our interview. (See Part I here.) Today’s topic is jade, one of the most sought-after materials in Asia jewelry and decorative objects. Many collectors of Asian art and antiques are interested in jade. What makes jade so collectible?
Depictions of animals in jewelry date back to ancient civilizations around the world, from the enameled gold pieces from the Hellenistic period to ancient Celtic talismans featuring stylized birds, boars, and dragons. Zoological motifs were popular in both the Georgian and Victorian periods as well, when jewelers created intricate pieces inspired by the natural world
