Holiday Wishlist: Boucheron

Founded in 1858, Boucheron has been providing jewels for queens, empresses, and princesses around the world for more than a century. From their famed headquarters in the Place Vendôme in Paris, the company has created jewels worn today by the likes of Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden and the Duchess of Cornwall. They’re still making new pieces today; here are five of my favorites from their current collections…

The immense quality of Boucheron’s craftsmanship is apparent in the Delilah Necklace, which is made of gold pleated so carefully that it looks like fabric. The piece can also be worn as a hair ornament, and it’s set with diamonds at each end. (Price on request)

The Eastern-inspired Cinna Pampilles Pendant Earrings are a delicate take on a traditional girandole. (Price on request)

Part flower, part lover’s knot, the Pivoine Ring is all gorgeous. ($7,750)

The intricate, stylized Serpent Boheme Link Bracelet slithers around your wrist in a way that’s less creepy and more elegant. (Price on request)

I’m trying to imagine what part of life wouldn’t be more fun while wearing the diamond and sapphire Hera Peacock Ring, and I’m drawing a tidy blank. (Prince on request)

What baubles from Boucheron are you dreaming about today?

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

Holiday Wishlist: Garrard

When you think of British royal jewelry, one name immediately comes to mind: Garrard. In business since the eighteenth century, the firm has made jewels for generations of the British royal family, from Prince Albert and Queen Victoria to the present Queen. The company is still designing and making jewelry, and here are five of my favorite pieces from their current collections…

The white gold and diamond Tudor Rose Earrings feature delicate versions of the classic English royal symbol, but with diamond drops for added effect. (Price on request)

The Wings Classic Cuff, made of diamonds set in rose gold, folds delicately around the wearer’s wrist. (Price on request)

You’ll never be able to own Queen Mary’s lover’s knot tiara, but you could (theoretically) own the gorgeous Entanglement Pendant, which is inspired by the tiara’s design. (Price on request)

Part of the company’s high jewelry line, this Emerald and Diamond Bracelet pairs diamonds with emeralds sourced from Colombia and Zambia. (Price on request)

The Diamond Fringe Necklace/Tiara is a truly regal piece from the high jewelry line. The white gold and diamond necklace can be adjusted by hand to be worn as a diadem. (Price on request)

Which pieces from the current Garrard brochure are your favorites?

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