Holiday Wishlist: Tiffany & Co.

With their famous blue boxes and a starring role in an Audrey Hepburn film, Tiffany & Co. has been a household name in jewelry for nearly two centuries. Headquartered in New York, the company sells jewels and other luxury goods around the world. Here are five of my favorite pieces from their current catalogue…

The Five Leaves Clip is one of the company’s classic collaborations with designer Jean Schlumberger; its mix of gold, platinum, and diamonds keeps the brooch fresh and interesting. ($22,000)

Paloma Picasso is the designer behind the Sugar Stack Earrings, which feature pavé-set black spinels in rose gold. ($3,000)

You get double the flower power with the Fleur Pendant — it includes not only a floral design but also rose-cut diamonds in its setting. ($10,000)

There’s nothing more classic than a diamond tennis bracelet, and the Tiffany T Diamond Line Bracelet ups the ante by setting princess- and rose-cut diamonds in rose gold. ($20,000)

No big deal — just the Soleste Yellow Diamond Ring. The Fancy Intense yellow diamond weighs more than two and a half carats. ($115,000)

If you could have breakfast at Tiffany’s, which pieces would you splurge for?

Disclaimer: I was not compensated for writing this post in any way, and Tiffany & Co. did not sponsor it. The opinions expressed here are solely mine.

Holiday Wishlist: Mappin & Webb

Although the story of Mappin & Webb begins in the shop of a silversmith working during the reign of King George III, the jewelry produced by the company is still being worn by royals today. Today, the firm is headquartered in London, and their work has been honored with a pair of royal warrants. Here are five of my favorite pieces from the company’s current collections…

Inspired by jewelry made by the firm a century ago for the Siamese royal family, the Empress White Gold and Diamond Cuff Bracelet is royal elegance to the extreme. (£33,750)

Okay, so the sparkling Ella Aquamarine Pendant probably isn’t named after me, but what’s the harm in pretending? (£1,599)

The Floresco White Gold Large Diamond Drop Earrings are such an unexpected and fun twist on the traditional diamond drop silhouette. (£9,750)

The Gossamer Freshwater Pearl Drop Earrings would look amazing with an evening gown and a classic French twist, non? (£350)

I’m not sure I’ve ever seen a pair of cufflinks more fun than the Wellington Boot Sterling Silver Cufflinks. Adorable, and very all-weather. (£150)

Which of Mappin & Webb’s silvery trinkets would you add to your wishlist?

Disclaimer: I was not compensated for writing this post in any way, and Mappin & Webb did not sponsor it. The opinions expressed here are solely mine.

Holiday Wishlist: Swarovski

If your heart is sparkly but your wallet is modest, the crystal jewelry made by Swarovski may be just the thing for you. Headquartered in Austria, the company has been making gorgeous jewelry and art objects for more than a century. Here are five of my favorite pieces from the brand’s current collections…

If the gorgeous heirloom brooches worn by Elizabeth II are just your style, the Brazil Brooch, which features green and white crystals to mimic the sparkle of diamonds and emeralds, would be a perfect addition to your collection. ($125)

The company advertises the Bouquet Necklace as inspired by “dark romance,” which sums the piece up rather nicely — I love the way the neutral colors combine here. ($180)

Loved Kate’s new dangling diamond and emerald earrings? May I suggest the Baron Pierced Earrings, which feature a similar profile but with delicate hints of blue. ($150)

There’s no better time of year to show off a giant cocktail ring that’s just this side of gaudy. The Blue Ring would look perfect at your office holiday party. ($260)

According to Swarovski, you can “feel like royalty” by acquiring your very own demi-parure this holiday season. I really like this one, the Blues Set — it’s modern but still very “minor royal,” no? ($180)

Which Swarovski jewels have caught your eye?

Disclaimer: I was not compensated for writing this post in any way, and Swarovski did not sponsor it. The opinions expressed here are solely mine.