Cartier's Love Bracelet

Cartier's "Love Bracelet" was first seen in the summer of 1969. It was created by designer Aldo Cipullo, whose early work for Cartier focused on modern interpretations of ancient designs and legends.

Cipullo's creation of the Love Bracelet was inspired by the Chastity Belt, a device husbands are said to have locked around their wives' waists to ensure fidelity while they are away.Cipullo carefully crafted a two piece bracelet that bolts together around the wrist. It came with a tiny screwdriver which made it convenient to put it on and take it off. It symbolized a "locked up," a commitment in the relationship.

Cartier loved the bracelet and implemented a policy: customers could not buy a Love Bracelet for themselves. The company presented his-and-hers bracelets to 25 famous couples: Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton, Cary Grant and Dyan Cannon, Ali McGraw and Steve McQueen, Sophia Loren and Carlo Ponti, the Duke and Duchess of Windsor etc. They all participated in the fun, and loved the cute idea!

In 1979, Cartier introduced a diamond studded version and then followed by a ring, cufflinks and earrings. It was popular among celebrities and wealthy people.

Cartier told a story of a woman who showed up at a long ago reception wearing nine Love Bracelets. This was her explanation:

"Listen, honey. I've had a few lovers in my time, and I made each one of them give me a 'Love Bracelet'. For me, these nine bracelets are like the notches on a gunfighter's pistol!"

February 2008, Cartier added a new piece of bracelet to its LOVE Collection, The LOVE CHARITY Bracelet. It's fashioned with a knotted silk band that displays a miniature, pink gold version Love Bracelet at its front. The bracelet comes in different colors because each color represents a form of charity. Hollywood celebrities are working with Cartier, using the bracelets to raise awareness and promote a specific charity.

• Rosario Dawson: Youth AIDS, Red Bracelet
• Salma Hayek: The Salma Hayek Foundation, White Bracelet
• Scarlett Johansson: USA Harvest, Baby Pink Bracelet
• Spike Lee: Kanbar Institute of Film and Television, Purple Bracelet
• Edward Norton: Maasai Wilderness Conservation Trust, Green Bracelet
• Sarah Jessica Parker: UNICEF, Blue Bracelet
• Michael Stipe: Mercy Corps / Gulf Coast Recovery, Black Bracelet
• Liv Tyler: The Breast Cancer Research Foundation, Deep Pink Bracelet

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Do Knot Miss This Jewelry Statement!

We are constantly keeping our eyes open for the latest and greatest in jewelry styles and trends. This season, the knot is dominating the style scene, especially when it comes to statement necklaces and bracelets. Finding new ways to wear current pieces is always a challenge, but you might just be able to re-work what you already have to pull off this look.

The knotted necklaces can be quite bold or more feminine, depending on your goal. If you have a long necklace of beads or pearls, then you can easily create a knot down the front, or off to the side. Right down, asymmetrical designs are really hot and there are some fabulous pieces available. Multi-strand chain link necklaces with knots or buckles are all the rage and can be worn alone or with other pieces. For a daintier look, try a lariat style necklace. This means that the necklace does not connect with a clasp. Instead, it is knotted or tied. Alternatively, an Algerian love knot pendant necklace in sterling silver is great choice. This celeb favorite symbolizes joy, health and wealth and makes a great everyday accessory or a gift for a friend or loved one.

Knotted bracelets and cuffs are at the top of the 'must have' list this year. They are a bit edgier than a standard cuff bracelet and are an expressive way to wear the bold jewelry trend. For daytime, try sterling silver, while nighttime looks call for CZ rhinestones.

If you really love this trend, then consider knotted jewelry sets. You can easily wear the earrings and necklace together, and mix the bracelet with different accessories for another outfit. These pieces are fun and add something a little bit different to your look. Don't be afraid to wear several shades of metal woven together if you are looking to really grab attention.

Katie Holmes: Fashion & Jewelry Icon

Gracing the cover of Glamour magazine on newsstands this month, Mrs. Tom Cruise has made a name for herself both on and off-screen. Katie's risk-taking wardrobe choices and mix and match approach to jewelry have made her one to watch.

Katie is a romantic at heart, and it's reflected in her jewelry choices. She has no problem wearing a vintage bejeweled brooch as a hair accessory for a big awards show. She also loves diamonds and sparkles, though she knows what works and tends to shy away from oversized pieces, in favor of classic settings and stones.

She wore an interlocking ring plus a candy colored amethyst lavender cocktail ring, piles of thin gold bangles and a gold watch to a recent photo shoot. Although most of us would have a hard time pulling off so many pieces of jewelry, Katie wore them well.

For a movie premiere, Katie donned stunning sapphire stud earrings that dressed up an otherwise basic black ensemble. Though the choice wasn't exactly cutting-edge, sapphire earrings became an instant hit because she wore them so well. She rocked the same earrings during several casual public appearances. It just goes to show that when she finds something that works, she isn't afraid to wear it multiple times.

Katie is a classic beauty, so it's only fitting that she knows that sometimes, less is more. For another recent photo shoot, she wore a pair of simple pearl stud earrings as an elegant and stylish compliment to a white collared shirt. We love that Katie would look chic and sassy in any type of jewelry, but she's not about all the latest fads. She sticks with chic and stylish necklaces, earrings and bracelets that are understated. When she does mix it up, she still manages to look as pulled together as the classic beauties of the 50s and 60s. Katie is one to watch.

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Oscars 2009: Star Jewelry Style that Stole the Scene

On the biggest night in Hollywood, all the celebrities flock to the Academy Awards to celebrate their achievements and walk the red carpet in noteworthy stylish designs from head to toe. Each actress primps and prepares for the event weeks in advance to achieve a final look that is drop dead gorgeous. The result is a whirlwind of extravagant diamonds and jewels fit for a queen. Here are just some of the notable actresses and the jewelry they wore:

Angelina Jolie – Always a knockout, Angie wore giant multi-carat $2.5M emerald pear drop earrings and a statement cocktail ring to infuse elements of color to her black ensemble.
Kate Winslet – With an ode to the old Hollywood glamour of the 40s and 50s, Kate stunned in diamond cluster drop earrings that looked phenomenal with her romantic up-swept hair and satin gown.
Alicia Keys – With cascading curls abounding, Alicia donned a feather shaped pair of gorgeous diamond encrusted earrings to compliment her violet colored dress.
Vanessa Hudgens – Youthful and radiant, Vanessa sported opulent opal teardrop earrings in a beautiful platinum setting. These earrings fell just at the collarbone for an ideal fit with her black gown.
Heidi Klum – This model fashionista accessorized with ornate pink and red jewel encrusted earrings to compliment her red ball gown. By keeping her hair sleek and simple, she let the earrings be the center of attention.
Sophia Loren – A timeless beauty, Sophia dazzled in a diamond clover and double strand pearl choker with matching pearl drop earrings.
Jessica Biel – With a tousled up-do, and radiant complexion Jessica easily pulled off a pair of diamond spherical drop earrings that added sparkle and glamour to her silk gown.
This year, it was all about the statement earrings and it was nice to see actresses up the glam-o-meter with such style and finesse.

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Steal the Style –Superstars at the 66th Annual Golden Globe Awards

2009 first huge red carpet event is the Golden Globe which attracts all the fashion editors, photographers, fans, etc. And jewelry is the one never out of fashion. Luxury and fancy jewelry make all the ladies look elegant and noble. You want to be movie star? It's definitely a good chance to see the trend and copy their styles. It's not that difficult to be a star.This year, many actresses chose to show their sexy collarbone, so few of them wore necklaces. However, the few necklaces that were noted were really luxurious. And earrings and bracelets were the most popular adornments.

Beyonce: A whopping 200-karat diamond Lorraine Schwartz.
Eva Mendes: Designed by Van Cleef & Arpels, four layers of turquoise stones and diamonds sets.
Kate Winslet: Kate went classic, with teardrop shaped sparklers
Hayden Panettiere: Perfect earrings went well to her face shape.
Evan Rachel Wood: She was looking old before her time, but was wearing amazing earrings that I really, really desired.

Ok it's good to have a look at all the celebrities' jewelry and Congratulations to the 2009 Golden Globe winners! Let's looking forward to the Oscar!