Buying Jewelry: Tips for Building Your Jewelry Collection
February 13, 2024
The worth of a fine piece of contemporary or estate jewelry is determined by specific measures of quality. Know these before buying.
February 13, 2024
The worth of a fine piece of contemporary or estate jewelry is determined by specific measures of quality. Know these before buying.
February 5, 2024
Birkin bags are often referred to as the pinnacle of luxury. This glamorous bag had humble beginnings and still serves a highly practical purpose.
January 31, 2024
Among the oldest artistic traditions, cloisonné enamel has captivated cultures around the world for its undeniable elegance and intricate execution.
December 6, 2023
Behind Man Ray’s art was a rigid approach, dictated by the 64 squares of a chess board. It gave order to his art and added to his diverse oeuvre.
December 4, 2023
King Louis XVI and his wife, Queen Marie-Antoinette were instrumental in popularizing the lavish and ornate aesthetic known as Louis XVI style.
November 20, 2023
For centuries, liquor decanters served a practical purpose, but the development of crystal elevated decanting from a necessity to a status symbol.
November 15, 2023
Many artists and jewelrs have taken inspiration from this time-honored pastime and used the chess board as a canvas for grand, extravagant visions.
May 16, 2023
If a handbag could be worn over the shoulder, it would free up women's hands, thought Coco Chanel. And thus the Chanel Flap Bag was born.
April 11, 2023
“There are three responses to a piece of design - yes, no, and WOW! Wow is the one to aim for” - Milton Glaser. This is the history of graphic design.
September 14, 2022
Hundreds of new perfumes are launched every year; it’s easy to become a little overwhelmed when trying to select a new scent. Are you floral or woody? Where do you stand on a strong oudh? The wealth of choice can make you dizzy. Perhaps this is why the perfumes we’ve come to know as timeless…
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