Swarovski Christmas Jewels Collection 2008

As Christmas is approaching, what better sparkling companion of this special holiday than Swarovski. Whether you want to decorate with crystals or give someone special something just as special, Swarovski has it all. The Christmas Jewels Collection for 2008 features many jewels inspired by snowflakes and stars, in silver, gold and clear crystal shades.

This beautiful star hair clip has a shimmering design with Black Diamond, Silver Shade and and clear crystal pavé and it is priced at CAD $105. This would not only make a great gift for someone over the holidays but it is also a beautiful accessory that would give some sparkle against the winter cold weather outside. One of the most beautiful pieces in the collection are the set of gold plated necklace, earrings and bracelet with bezel set clear crystal chatons and antique square cut Moonlight and Silver Shade crystals. The necklace is priced at CAD $220, the earrings at CAD $65, and the bracelet at CAD $260.

If instead you wish to have something even more gentler or are looking for something extra loving to give, heart pendants and swan engraved rings are your choice. The Signature Ring is not only appealing because of its classy shape but it offers something dreamy and magical with the Swanflower(TM) motif gleaming in clear crystal pavé. It is priced at $ CAD120. The mini heart and butterfly pendant is an excellent choice for any occasion. The heart is in faceted clear crystal and butterfly in Light Rose crystal and it is priced at CAD $55. You may also like the Emotion Pendant which is Rhodium-plated with open heart in clear crystal pavé and smaller heart-cut crystal. It is priced at CAD $105.

Dior’s Night Diamond Powder

One of the hottest make-up accessories for Christmas, Dior’s Night Diamond Powder compact is already a big hit and will soon be completely sold out. It is directly inspired by Dior Couture Accessories Collection and features a sparkling metallic black lacquered case with glamorous crystal color gems and rhinestones. The powder is just as glamorous and as it features an illuminating sparkling effect. The Night Diamond comes in two shades, pearly beige and pale pink. The price is set at $90 and it will only be available until December 31st.

Louis Vuitton’s Diamond Flower Collection

Louis Vuitton have launched two patented diamond cuts based on their infamous monogram flowers; the round cut flower diamond and the pointed cut flower diamond. These stunning cuts took over three years to develop and have between 61 and 77 facets, which is absolutely amazing as a typical diamond has about 58 facets! The diamond beauties were mixed to create the collection Les Ardentes, which means “the blazing.” The sparkling collection features a bracelet, two brooches, a pair of earrings, a necklace and a ring. The collection is really beautiful and I especially love the bracelet which combines a diamond ribbon as well for the ultimate French romantic elegance.

Giuseppe Zanotti Christmas Shoe Design

Designer Giuseppe Zanotti is releasing a limited edition shoe design for Christmas. The design is absolutely glamorous as the 1.5-inch chrome platform with the 5.5-inch heel accompanies the black suede ankle straps luxuriously decorated with Swarovski black diamond micro-crystals. Starting on December 1st, these beauties will be available at Zanotti boutiques priced at around $1,300.

World’s Most Expensive Bra by Victoria’s Secret

This exclusive bra made by Victoria’s Secret, and presented by Brazil’s own Adriana Lima costs a sparkling $5 million making it the world’s most expensive bra! The exquisite bra, which looks more like a jewellery piece than lingerie, is adorned with 3,575 black diamonds, 34 rubies, 117 certified one-carat round diamonds, and over 3,900 stunning gems. With all these precious beauties and diamonds, this is no ordinary lingerie. In case, $5 million is just a tad too much for you to spend on lingerie, you can always settle down for the $1,355,000 diamond bra, which comes second on the pricey bra list.

Water Jewellery: Carolina Bucci Exclusive Limited Edition

The Florence-born and raised jewellery designer, Carolina Bucci has created a limited edition collection to support WaterAid’s work. WaterAid is a charity which helps some of the world’s poorest people to have access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene education. The exclusive jewellery Italian designer has created two pieces; a drop pendant necklace and a bracelet, both of which will be on sale from the end of July until the end of December of 2008.

The lucky tie bracelet is made of 18 carat gold and soft grey silk and it is priced at £295. Each bracelet bought would guarantee safe water and sanitation to a family of four. The drop shaped pendant necklace is made of 18 carat gold and covered with white and blue diamonds, costing £2595. An entire village is equipped with a lasting supply of safe water and sanitation when somebody buys one of these necklaces.

“I am really excited to be collaborating with WaterAid on these pieces of jewellery”, says Carolina. “WaterAid’s vision of a world where everyone has access to clean water and sanitation is one which I believe passionately in.”

The beautiful pieces are available from the Carolina Bucci boutiques, Browns and other selected retailers worldwide. For more information, visit her website.

Giorgio Armani and Josh Hartnett Pair-Up Again

Giorgio Armani will dress actor Josh Hartnett for his stage debut as Charlie Babbitt in the adaptation of 1988 film Rain Man. The Italian designer has provided Hartnett with two made-to-measure suits for the role. Featured in the photo on the left is one of the suits. No man can go wrong with an Armani suit, especially someone with a hot body and addictive mystique like Josh Hartnett.

“I have long admired Josh Hartnett, who represents one of the most talented actors of his generation,” says Giorgio Armani. “Both on and off screen, he has a charm and charisma that is magnetic. I wish him the best of luck for his debut and hope to get the chance to see him onstage.”

The two talents paired up earlier in the summer as Josh Hartnett is the new face of Emporio Armani Diamonds for Men, the new fragrance which unveiled in June during Milan Men’s Fashion Week for Spring/Summer 2009. The video of the fragrance staring Josh is just hot! The actor truly has charm like no other and a very raw sexiness which is the perfect icing on any chic Italian fragrance.

Josh Hartnett for Emporio Armani Diamonds Fragrance

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