What recession? Hollywood piles on diamonds
Los Angeles--As millions of Americans struggle to pay their monthly bills, the word on Main Street is that this is no time for the affluent to be showing off with flashy cars and lavish jewels.
Hollywood puts on the glitz for Oscar red carpet
Los Angeles--Style experts have noted that during times of a recession, while millions of Americans will cut back their spending and tone down displays of wealth, Hollywood's luminaries typically look...
Mikimoto crafts prestigious award for Glenn Close
New York--Pearl powerhouse Mikimoto has been tapped to create the The Hollywood Reporter's prestigious Sherry Lansing Leadership Award, which will be presented to Emmy Award-winning actress Glenn...
'Hollywood Collection' hits Atlanta
Atlanta—The Kazanjian Foundation's "Jewels for Charity Hollywood Collection" is coming to the Atlanta Jewelry Show at the Cobb Galleria Centre from March 1-3.
Celebs go 'eco-chic' in lab-grown stones
Boca Raton, Fla.—Up-and-coming celebrities who made their mark on Hollywood this past year rocked cultured-diamond jewelry at the Hollywood Breakthrough Awards on Dec. 9.
Hamilton goes 'Behind the Camera'
Hollywood, Calif.—Hamilton watch brand will host its annual "Behind the Camera Awards" once again this year, honoring the many behind-the-scenes individuals who play key roles in bringing a...
Jewelry exhibit shines with 'Luxe Life'
Patriotic-inspired pieces, Hollywood-influenced items and contemporary jewelry are being shown in an exhibit entitled "Luxe Life: Masterpieces of American Jewelry." The exhibit is being held at...
Russell Simmons to be honored at Hollywood Style Awards
Los Angeles—Russell Simmons and the Diamond Empowerment Fund (DEF) will be honored at the 2007 Hollywood Style Awards, scheduled for Oct. 7 at the Pacific Design Center's SilverScreen Theater.
Princess Diana necklace to go on display
Beverly Hills, Calif.—Jewelry is more than just a pretty item thanks in part to the Kazanjian Foundation.
Scenes from Saks
Saks Fifth Avenue's hardcover pre-fall catalog is set to debut in August. The 71-page, limited-edition book is presented as a screenplay emphasizing Hollywood glamour. Models shown in various moods...
Warner Bros. rebuts charge by 'Blood Diamond' extra
New York—Warner Bros. has already begun giving back to the community where it filmed Blood Diamond, a studio representative told the New York Post.
Glenn Close celebrates win in Mikimoto pearls
Los Angeles--A radiant Glenn Close, who received the Sherry Lansing Leadership award at The Hollywood Reporter's Annual Women in Entertainment Breakfast on Dec. 5, celebrated her achievement by...
Celeb-designed jewels set for charity auction
New York--Fine-art auctioneers Bonhams and Butterfields will host a "Stars For A Cause" charity auction featuring a collection of red-carpet jewelry and fashion accessories from a who's-who list of...
Jimmy Fallon pops the question
Last Friday, Jimmy Fallon of "Saturday Night Live" fame proposed to film producer Nancy Juvonen with an emerald-cut diamond ring from Neil Lane. It's the first engagement for both Hollywood stars.
Crown jewels
The Lester and Sue Smith Gem Vault at the Houston Museum of Natural Science will present Verdura: The Life and Work of a Master Jeweler. The exhibition of jewelry from a brand adored by Hollywood...
Jaeger-LeCoultre takes turn on catwalk
Los Angeles—Jaeger-LeCoultre watches put the finishing touch on models racing up the runway at the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show, held Nov. 16 at the Kodak Theater in Hollywood.
Ice.com launches HollywoodJewels.com
Pieces inspired by or seen in the movies are now available on HollywoodJewels.com—a new Web site from online jeweler Ice.com, which marked its entrance into the celebrity-inspired jewelry...
Hollywood gets lesson on diamond importance
Los Angeles--Diamonds flashed from all ends of the 81st Annual Academy Awards held on Sunday evening, but even before the red-carpet parade began, the precious stones were the highlight of a private...
Bling wins big on Oscar night
Hollywood, Calif.—Any concern that "Blood Diamond" and its five Oscar nominations (including Best Actor and Best Supporting Actor) would cause Hollywood to turn its back on diamonds was...
PGI to host Golden Globes jewelry preview
Los Angeles—Platinum Guild International (PGI-USA) announced a return to Hollywood as it hosts the Golden Globes Red Carpet Jewelry Preview from Jan. 11-13.