Asch Grossbardt Jewelry

Fine Gold Inlay Jewelry

For over two centuries, the Asch and Grossbardt families have been a meaningful presence in the fine jewelry industry. Today, the Asch Grossbardt company is world renowned as the premier manufacturer of fine gold inlay jewelry. Based on the ancient jewelry-making tradition of mosaics, which was developed and perfected by Florentine craftsmen during the Renaissance, this exquisitely-executed jewelry resembles the stained glass windows of a glorious European cathedral.





Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver Inlay Bracelet

18k Yellow gold and sterling silver rubber cord bracelet with mixed mother of pearl inlay.



Examining the creations of Asch Grossbardt is very much like admiring a celebrated private art collection. Each piece is a remarkably precise execution of an artistic vision. Tiny pieces of spectacular gemstones - Mother-of-Pearl, Black Onyx, Lapis, Sugilite, Coral, Turquoise, Malachite, and Australian Opal - are transformed into seamless, beautiful patterns, in the nearly forgotten art of inlay.



Unlike enamel, which is applied on top of the metal, inlay jewelry involves hand-cutting and hand-setting small pieces of semi-precious stones to create an intricate, predetermined mosaic pattern. Highly skilled artisans follow the designer's illustrations with painstaking precision. Each piece of Asch Grossbardt inlay jewelry is a study in superb craftsmanship.





Inlay Necklace and Earrings



Once every stone is set, the piece is lapped on a wheel until it is so smooth that if you close your eyes and run your finger over the surface, it is impossible to tell where one stone ends and another begins. Although they are works of art, these pieces are also extremely durable and are guaranteed to withstand ordinary everyday wear.



Striking color combinations are a signature design element of the collection. These unique combinations include the sophistication of jet black Onyx paired with white Mother-of-Pearl, the majestic look of marine blue Lapis side-by-side with purple Sugilite, and the bright exotic hues of Coral, Turquoise, Malachite, and Australian Opal.





Mother of Pearl Inlay Ring

Sterling Silver and 18k Gold



Often referred to as collectors' jewelry, each Asch Grossbardt piece is not only a distinctive adornment, but also a wonderful representation of a lost art, featuring breath-taking color and meticulous craftsmanship. These unique qualities have placed Asch Grossbardt on the short list of the most-coveted collections by true connoisseurs of fine jewelry. Like any other art form, the fine inlay jewelry created by Asch Grossbardt has meaning far beyond its intrinsic value.

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Maximum Impact, Minimum Effort

Gabrielle Union attends the 'Style Villa' at the Sagamore Hotel on August 28, 2005 in Miami Beach, Florida.

Beyonce Knowles and her boyfriend Jay-Z lunch in a restaurant with friend in Upper East Side, New York, NY on July 29, 2006.

Sanaa Lathan attends Jordan Brand Parlor 2007 held at the The Shave on July 11, 2007 in Beverly Hills.

Halle Berry strolls along the beach in Malibu, California on September 12, 2007.

The “maxi” dress is the easiest and most comfortable way to look elegant in an instant. Whether you’re off to lunch or just taking a casual stroll along the beach, a maxi dress will never fail at making you feel feminine. Since maxi dresses flatter all shapes, the key is not so much finding the right fit as it is finding the right colors and pattern. See below for some tips...

Girls Bite Out: New York

New York sistas get ready to bedazzle your friends and charm the object of your affection. Girls Bite Out is heading to NYC and promises to be the networking event of the year. Experience the lifestyle of a Get 'Em Girl through food, fashion, entertainment, health and fitness, beauty, and fun. Shop the latest from premier up-and-coming designers, indulge in delicious complimentary fare and cocktails, sample and view fabtastic (that's fabulous and fantastic) products from featured sponsors and vendors. Last but definitely not least, finish the night with an over-stuffed goodie bag filled with swag galore! The rest of you needn't worry Girls Bite Out will be stopping in Atlanta, Charlotte, New Orleans, St. Louis and Washington D.C. Click here for more info.

When: Thursday, April 17, 2008
Time: 6pm – 11pm
Where: Westside Loft, 336 West 37 Street, 11th Floor, New York City
Price: $20 (includes swag bag full of goodies)

Renewed Appeal of Size Appeal

So I've known about Size Appeal for a long time, and even purchased from it sporadically. But recently at Lee Lee's Valise (which I wrote about in my last blog) I had a chance to try out some of their newest stuff and I have to say I really like it!! It reminds me of a plus size H&M - affordable, disposable fashion in fun, funky colors and designs. These are not high quality long wear garments, they are seasonal pieces - but a cute top for twentysomething dollars, I don't mind! Lisa D (the owner of Lee Lee's) told me she is selling out of the Size Appeal stuff in her store and has had to order more! If you can't get into Lee Lee's to try it on, check out Size Appeal's website:



Left: Acacia Top in Mustard, $29
Middle: Elaine Top in Teal, $29
Right: Joanna Top in Blue, $29



Left: Captivate Dress, Black & Red, $68
Middle: Harriet Dress in Red, $52
Right: Serenity Dress in Black, $49

All available at SizeAppeal.com!

Manolo’s Friday Miscellany

Manolo says, here are the few links which may perhaps amuse...

While the shoes themselves wouldn't be bad if they were destined for an orthopedic store specializing in footwear for women over 80, we all know that they are not.

Beverly Hills Branchee!

..considered sufficiently important to warrant a UN press conference devoted to the subject.

how to chop wood in high heels

These ensembles from Ulla Johnson's fall 08 collection remind me of the clothing my Finnish grandmother wore in the 1940s. A photograph ever present on my inspo board shows her perched on a rock in the middle of dense forest, wearing a simple, expertly hand sewn outfit and high heeled lace-up shoes, her lips and nails painted dark red. I still wonder how she managed to cultivate such a glamourous appearance in an isolated place where Saturday night out consisted of naked saunas and ice fishing (and still does).

I became an Ulla devotee after discovering the "sadie" cardigan last year. Can't wait to see what she comes up with for 2009...

When is a lip plumper like an ab machine?

When it works, you've got to *feel the burn*.? According to AOL readers, Lip Injection Extreme by Too Faced ($28 at Sephora.com) really works, better than any other they tested for the network. The only issue was a long-lasting slight burn. Still, I've found this more of a success than those that only showed results for 30 minutes. (What good is that, without constant “freshening up”?)

This makes me think ... it's too bad a girl can't just do exercies to plump up lip muscles, instead, for permanent results!

Bottega Veneta Jewelry

Spring/Summer 2008 Jewelry Collection

Now, fans of Bottega's clothes, bags, and shoes can accessorize one step further with the house's new jewelry line. The bangle bracelets, available in three widths and in a combination of leather, crocodile, or wood, are designed so that the smooth silver side is always against the skin.



Saks Fifth Avenue has named this bracelet as one of the five must-have items for this spring/summer. Bottega Veneta leather is superb, and this little knot bracelet is adorable.





Leather Rope Bracelet

Woven nappa leather with knot and loop closure.

Medallion detail.

Made in Italy.



Bottega Veneta, a premier Italian leather goods house steeped in the traditions of the master leather craftsman of the Veneto, was founded in 1966 and headquartered in Vicenza. The fashion house has earned a reputation for unsurpassed quality. Its timeless style is exemplified in soft handcrafted handbags and its renowned intrecciato, or interwoven leather style, and signature animal prints are instantly recognizable worldwide.





Lizard Bangle Bracelet

An elegant accent in intrecciato lizard silver.



The Gucci Group acquired Bottega Veneta in February 2001. Tomas Maier, who trained at the institutional Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Couture in Paris, and spent nine years designing for another luxury brand, Hermes, came on board as creative director of Bottega Veneta in June 2001. His first collection, Spring/Summer 2002, brought immediate critical acclaim.





Gold Pearl Ring

A genuine gold pearl.

Set in oxidized silver.



Most of the jewelry is unisex. The solid sterling silver rings have notches on the sides that allow the ring to sit comfortably between the fingers. The jewelry line is available exclusively at Bottega Veneta boutiques and ranges from $420 for the sterling silver bangles to $3,000 for the sterling silver and Napa leather necklace.

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busy boots

Hei lovely readers,

Thanks for your comments and emails. No worries, I'm not dead- just dashing around like a madwoman in miu miu heels.

A lot of exciting things have been happening over the past two months, most of which I hope to blog about soon. In the meantime, enjoy the last day of London Fashion Week and don't forget to check out the new Fly DVD... Givenchy hasn't looked this glamourous since Breakfast at Tiffany's.

Bobbi Brown Vanilla Cream Stick

If you want to have fun with your eyeshadow, you need to start with a base coat. You don't want your skin tone to get in the way of the shadow color; with a base you get the true color of what you're using. It also reduces the amount of color you need to use. I love this Cream Shadow Stick from Bobbi Brown. I was using the Paula Dorf base for a while, and it works well, but it was a bit too cakey and thick. I found that the Paula Dorf base was too much for my shrinking violet days and too heavy when I already have a ton of makeup on. This one from Bobbi Brown is not necessarily meant as a base; it is a cream matte shadow, but in vanilla, and it makes for the perfect base coat. It comes in a stick form, so it makes applying it a lot easier, but it is also better for adjusting the amount you use. It is lightweight, so it's great for those days you're not feeling overly dramatic, but just need a little cover to get the shadow on properly--it smears very well, so you can get a very thin layer on. But if you want that night club look (or are taking photos) and want to pile on the war paint, this is a total must. $20 at Bobbi Brown.

Thanks to my readers!