A catalog of more than 1,500 collectible pieces features tips on purchasing costume jewelry, a guide to desireable prices, and a detailed history of costume jewelry from ancient times to the present day.

This book offers a unique way of exploring the world of vintage jewelry for experts, newcomers, and anyone with an interest in the topic.Every piece of jewelry tells a story, and none more so than the exquisite pieces in this book, which have passed through several notable owners before arriving at Joseph Saidian & Sons, an antique jeweler’s shop nestled in the Manhattan Art and Antiques Center. Each chapter is centered around a particular piece of jewelry and the way in which it is emblematic: a previous owner, an exemplary design or dominant material. From an array of historic pieces from Van Cleef & Arpels to a discussion of Indian royalty and its relationship with jewelry to pages filled with exquisite pearl jewelry, this book satisfies both the casual fan and the devotee with full-color photographs and informative themed chapters.The eclectic choice of jewels and objets makes this a book unlike any other, with myriad entry points to larger discussions on broader themes and trends that the pieces figure into. This publication features beautiful full-color photographs of jewelry from various historical eras up to the present day, with a wide range of materials and styles. Each... [Read More]

While most of us would have little difficulty in recognizing a buckle, hem, or seam, we might be considerably more challenged if asked to identify a godet, a trilby, or a vamp. With this handy book at your fingertips, however, you can quickly find the definition of over 10,000 words associated with wearing apparel and fashion.From bateau necklines, bobs, and bustles to plackets, havelocks, and bavolets, terms are assembled alphabetically or in groups according to dress parts, fabrics, elements of design, and other style categories. In addition, over 950 clearly detailed illustrations depict stitches, weaves, laces, garments, collars, shoes, jewelry, hair styles, and other sartorial features.This is the perfect reference for increasing fashion vocabularies, injecting a stimulating term or phrase in conversations about wearing apparel, or making articles written about clothing more understandable. Fashion writers, costume designers, manufacturers, buyers, sales people — anyone interested in the history of fashion — will welcome this thorough and comprehensive guidebook. "Unique in its field and containing material not easily accessible elsewhere, it definitely has a place in the... [Read More]

The first illustrated monograph on a jewelry creator who has realized an imaginative world inspired by butterflies, insects, fish, and mythological creatures. This remarkable limited edition book showcases eighty-six pieces of jewelry, unique works of art that were conceived and realized by Wallace Chan, through close-up photography that emphasizes details, materials, technical innovation, and the visionary talent of the artist. Chan sculpts with a lightness of touch that defies the abilities of most artists and uses light as the leitmotif of his colorful and sensual jewels. His pieces reflect his Zen philosophy, adopting realism as a medium to express abstraction, and reveal a unique craftsmanship in developing new techniques for carving precious stones and manipulating titanium and jade, using tools he has made. The collection features some of Chan’s most intricate and technically challenging pieces that have led him to enter the ranks of the top jewelry artists in the world.

After the Civil War the upper middle class in America expanded and became increasingly style-conscious. Visiting European royalty as well as American women returning from the International Exhibition in Paris in 1867 stimulated fashion awareness — and it was in this climate that the magazine Harper's Bazar flowered. Dedicated to being "A repository of Fashion, Pleasure, and Instruction," it brought to American women inside glimpses of the very latest European and American fashions, all in carefully detailed engravings. It was much the finest source for high fashion for this period.This book consists of the finest illustrations from Harper's Bazar between the years 1867 and 1898, the period of its peak importance. These illustrations not only show you what apparel appealed to our Victorian ancestors, but give you an idea of the evolutionary nature of fashion as well. You will see bustles come and go, natural forms become the vogue only to be superseded by the constricting hourglass figure. Each look is illustrated with a number of different garments. There are gowns for the morning hours, dinner dresses, sporting costumes, traveling clothes and apparel for special occasions: weddi... [Read More]

From the vaults of the world’s most esteemed jewelers, this lavishly illustrated treasury features gem-laden blooms that will never fade away. Throughout history, flowers have been the inspiration for jewelers and the people who wore their creations. Gabrielle Chanel’s favorite flower was the camellia and since the 1920s the flower has become incorporated into every aspect of the house’s designs. Christian Dior favored the lily of the valley and made it the center of his 1954 collection. This gorgeous volume highlights hundreds of examples of the finest floral jewelry ever made. Divided into four seasons―and the flowers that bloom in them―this book explores the history of flowers in the fine jewelry world and features dazzling illustrations, original sketches and gouache paintings showing how these blooms have been translated into pieces that are both priceless and ageless. The jewelry editor of British Vogue, Carol Woolton, offers expert insight into fashion history and trends. She explores the Belle Époque, styles of the 1940s, and the re-interpretations of iconic pieces. From original bejeweled botanical pieces by master jewelers such as Rene Lalique and Peter Carl Fa... [Read More]

Captures the unique style of fashion maverick Iris Apfel and her exuberantly idiosyncratic personal chic. With remarkable panache and discernment, Iris Apfel combines styles, colors, textures, and patterns without regard to period, provenance, or aesthetic conventions. She is a unique style icon. Over ninety sumptuous color plates, photographed by Eric Boman, show off a selection of Apfel's extraordinary outfits on wittily posed mannequins, some sporting her trademark outsized spectacles. The originality of her style is typically revealed in her mixing of Dior haute couture with flea-market finds, Dolce & Gabbana lizard trousers with nineteenth-century ecclesiastical vestments, pink Lanvin worn with ropes of Navajo turquoise. Apfel's eclectic pieces might come from a Parisian couture house, an American thrift shop, or a North African souk, or they may have been made to her own design in a tiny studio. Detailed captions describe every aspect of the outfits, including names and dates of designers, plus full information on fabrics and accessories. A selection of audacious accessories also comes under the spotlight: a giant necklace made of bear claws, a turn-of-the-century Indian hors... [Read More]

BlingSoul brings some amazing collection of movie and TV serial jewelries which you can wear it with any of your outfits and you can also make your own fashion statement by having some exceptional and antique accessories that can amaze your friends and people at your first glance. These stylish and striking jewelries have been taken from different movies and TV serial. Jewelry Care Tips: ✔ For extra care, gently wipe each piece of jewelry clean of any products and skin oils with a soft jewelry polishing cloth. ✔ Avoiding any chemicals and being impacted. Avoid rough wear to slow down the natural process of "wear and tear. ✔ Take out your jewelry while taking bath, swimming to keep your jewelry remains in its original form. ✔ Keep away from extreme temperatures, humidity and sunlight, and avoid wearing your jeweler when using bleach. ✔ Pack in black flannelette bag while not wear. ✔ To prevent tarnishing don't use hairspray while wearing or wear it in the shower. ✔ To protect your jewelry, pieces should be individually placed in a pouch or within a soft lined box to stop them being scratched or tangled. ✔ Ideal for cosplays, Halloween, Christmas and parties... [Read More]

Always at the forefront of cutting-edge fashion, Barbie collaborates with whimsical lifestyle brand, Tokidoki in celebration of the brand's 10th anniversary. Barbie is ready to shop all day and party all night in a shimmering silvery sequin top, iconic Tokidoki print skirt with bright tulle underlayer, stylish heels and bold, colorful jewelry. Her sleek blonde hair is dyed bright pink at the tips and held in a fun headband. Other accessories include a shopping bag and her very own pink cactus pet on a leash. Each doll sold separately. Colors and decorations may vary.

This necklace is made up of premium quality alloy material that will not harm your skin even you have sensitive skin too. Without any harmful ingredients, it's nickel-free, lead-free and cadmium-free. This attractive best Friend necklace pendant is one of the ideal jewelry gifts for any occasion like Valentine's Day, wedding, birthday, anniversary gift to your wife, daughter, sister, and mom. Soft velvet pouch is included just to keep your jewelry item safe and secure.

This adult metal dog tag necklace will make you say "I don't know what I've been told, but these dog tags have me sold." Flat and silver, these dog tags look like the real thing, important because that's how soldiers helped the wounded or killed In real life wars, not just a conversation piece at the Halloween party around the punch bowl. These dog tags will make you look battle-ready for historical reenactments of both world wars, Vietnam, along with other wars, or, they look authentic with any military costume. Be ready to atten-hut, you have a duty to protect