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Diamond studs: 37 ways.

April 1, 2016

Happy Friday, my dears!

As you may know, I took the plunge about 6 months ago to get my ears pierced for the second time (actually for the third time, thanks to a 9 year old me screwing things up on attempt #1).

I’ve been surprised – and delighted – with the difference it makes to be able to wear 4 earrings at a time instead of just two. Picking out earrings is a completely different undertaking now: I get to consider how the four earrings will interact with each other and the negative space that will exist between the earrings on each lobe. I love it.

Seeing my ear as a canvas rather than as an appendage with the ability to suspend a single decorative object has given me a whole new world of appreciation for stud earrings. They’re made for mixing. I especially enjoy the artful combination of studs of different design that still have something in common: for example, the sparkle of a diamond.

I’m currently wearing square pave diamond studs with a pair of heart shaped opals in gold: one of my favorite combos.

In celebration of the fun I’ve been having mixing and matching on my ear lobes, here are 37 pairs of diamond studs (all of which I would like to own).

Let’s start out with a glorious variety of diamond studs from Workhorse Jewelry. These babies come in alllllll kinds of styles, and the price points start at a very comfortable level.

Variations on a classic from Zoe Chicco: diamond studs in yellow gold. I want every single one.Hell to the yes. These six pairs of diamond studs are by the talented Suzanne Kalan (if you hadn’t guessed from the use of baguettes).

And more beauties from Zoe Chicco: this batch of ZC diamond studs is even edgier, more unexpected designs.

In summary: I think I need more piercings.

To purchase any of the diamond studs above, please contact Suzanne Kalan, Workhorse, or Zoe Chicco.

2015 gift guide: $500 – $1,000.

November 13, 2015

It’s Friday at last, and we’ve reached the end of the first week of our gift guide! We’re going to celebrate by reaching the cusp of four-digit price points.

In other words: things are about to get really fabulous. Here’s what we’ve covered already, in case you’re craving a recap: jewelry under $100; $100 – $200; $200 – $350; and $350 – $500.

14 gold dagger studs with rubies and diamonds.

14k yellow gold stacking ring from Hoard Jewelry in turquoise or malachite.

Pearl and gold Cuffling™ series earcuff by Marla Aaron.

Ruta Reifen So Fine Collection; Keter silver ring and Madres silver necklace, with pink sapphires and rhodolite.

Georgian mourning pendant in 12k rose gold, Essex crystal, uncultured seed pearls, hair, pinchbeck chain.

Jennie Kwon Deco Point stud earrings in yellow gold with diamonds and sapphires or emeralds.

This antique pearl and diamond flower cluster ring in gold is engraved “Christmas 1903.” What could be a sweeter holiday gift for an antique jewelry lover?

Annette Ferdinandsen cicada wing earrings with black pearl and 10k gold.

Gemstone and gold rings by French designer Dorette.

Pascale Monvoisin moonstone and opal Orso necklace.

Dana Bronfman Diana earrings in sterling silver, black rhodium and 18k yellow gold.

N+A Black Magic opal ring with opals and black diamonds in gold.

Workhorse Atalanta crossed arrows pendant in 14k gold with diamonds.

Onyx hexagon point ring with grape detail; converted from an antique stickpin.

I’ll see you next week, darlings. Have a good weekend, and come back on Monday ready to see our gift guide go up, up, and away in price point. There are such beauties to come!

2015 gift guide: $200 – $350.

November 11, 2015

Happy Wednesday, darlings! It’s fun to see each other every day, isn’t it?

Thanks for coming back for day three of Diamonds in the Library’s 2015 jewelry gift guide! Today’s agenda: jewelry from $200 – $350.

Here’s what we’ve covered already, in case you’ve missed any of it (or you want to go back and buy that thing you can’t stop thinking about): jewelry under $100; and $100 – $200.

Workhorse Una bracelet in sterling silver with hands clasping a ring.