Collectible Costumes Jewelry Designers

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... [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 ... [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... [Read More]

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 care... [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. T... [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 or... [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 jewe... [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 pe... [Read More]

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