Cartier: The Exhibition Media Preview

The lure of sparkling diamonds drew actress Naomi Watts to her native homeland to promote the National Gallery of Austalia’s latest endeavor Cartier – The Exhibition.

The gem worthy exhibit which officially opens on Thursday and runs till July 22nd will showcase over 300 pieces of Cartier jewels including items from some of Cartier’s best-known clients ranging from Wallis Simpson, Elizabeth Taylor, Grace Kelly to Mexican film star Maria Felix, whose diamond encrusted serpent necklace is seen below,  as well as five pieces from the Royal Collection and the Queen. The highly anticipated exhibit even got exposure in Vogue Australia magazine.

According to Watts who was interviewed at the exhibit by The Australian stated “Walking through the exhibition you see not only these fantastic pieces but the story behind who wore them and when and what was happening at that time, which really makes it so much more powerful.”

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Lorraine Schwartz launches the Against Evil Eye Bangle

Well known and celebrated amongst her star clientele, designer Lorraine Schwartz launched a new addition to her signature Against Evil Eye Collection – the Eye Bangle which was held Tuesday, March 13th in West Hollywood.

The bangle comprised of gold,  diamonds, and topaz features the popular evil eye motif thought to ward off evil and protect the wearer from the attention of jealous souls.

The likes of Rita Ora, Blake Lively, and Alessandra Ambrosio, to name a few, showed their support for the designer and sported several other signature Lorraine Schwartz pieces on the red carpet. With all that fabulous jewelry showcased in one night, who wouldn’t be jealous?

RITA ORA:Rita Ora at Lorraine Schwartz Eye Bangle LaunchRita Ora at Lorraine Schwartz Eye Bangle LaunchRita Ora at Lorraine Schwartz Eye Bangle LaunchJULIANNE HOUGH:Julianne Hough at Lorraine Schwartz Eye Bangle LaunchJulianne Hough at Lorraine Schwartz Eye Bangle LaunchJulianne Hough at Lorraine Schwartz Eye Bangle LaunchSOFIA VERGARA:Sofia Vergara at Lorraine Schwartz Evil Eye Bangle LaunchSofia Vergara at Lorraine Schwartz Evil Eye Bangle LaunchBLAKE LIVELY:Blake Lively at Eye bangle Launch for Lorraine SchwartzBlake Lively at Eye bangle Launch for Lorraine SchwartzEIZA GONZALEZ: Eiza Gonzalez at Lorraine Schwartz Eye Bangle LaunchEiza Gonzalez at Lorraine Schwartz Eye Bangle LaunchALESSANDRA AMBROSIO: Alessandra Ambrosio at Lorraine Schwartz Eye Bangle LaunchAlessandra Ambrosio at Lorraine Schwartz Eye Bangle LaunchAlessandra Ambrosio at Lorraine Schwartz Eye Bangle LaunchSARAH HYLAND:Sarah Hyland at Lorraine Schwartz Evil Eye Bangle launchSarah Hyland at Lorraine Schwartz Evil Eye Bangle launchSHANINA SHAIK:Shanina Shaik at Lorraine Schwartz Eye Bangle LaunchShanina Shaik at Lorraine Schwartz Eye Bangle LaunchJOSEPHINE SKRIVER:Josephine Skriver at Lorraine Schwartz Eye Bangle LaunchJosephine Skriver at Lorraine Schwartz Eye Bangle LaunchJosephine Skriver at Lorraine Schwartz Eye Bangle LaunchHEIDI KLUM:Heidi Klim at Lorraine Schwartz Eye Bangle LaunchHeidi Klim at Lorraine Schwartz Eye Bangle LaunchHedid Klim at Lorraine Schwartz Eye Bangle LaunchHALSEY:Halsey at Lorraine Schwartz Eye BangleHalsey at Lorraine Schwartz Eye BangleTHE DESIGNER LORRAINE SCHWARTZ:Lorraine SchwartzLorraine SchwartzEvil Eye Bangle Lorraine Schwartz

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Best Jewels at Elton John’s AIDS Foundation 26th Annual Academy Awards Viewing Party

Across town, Elton John was hosting his annual Oscars viewing party which drew a bevy of beauties from the likes of Miley Cyrus, Kat Graham and Adriana Lima and raised $5.9 million for the AIDS foundation. Bulgari, whose jewels were center stage, was also a  sponsor for the event.

MILEY CYRUS:  A style combination of Barbie meets Marilyn Monroe’s ‘Gentlemen Prefer Blondes’, Miley donned Syndey Evans starburst diamond earrings which complemented the zigzag cut out of her shocking pink and silver Moschino dress. Miley Cyrus at Elton John's Oscar Viewing PartyMiley Cyrus at Elton John's Oscar Viewing PartyMiley Cyrus at Elton John's Oscar Viewing PartyJASMINE SANDERS: A true show stopper fit for a princess! Jasmine rocked the carpet wearing a Bulgari high jewelry stunner that featured sapphires and ribbons of diamond baguettes.Jasmine Sanders at Elton John's Oscar Viewing PartyJasmine Sanders at Elton John's Oscar Viewing PartyJasmine Sanders at Elton John's Oscar Viewing PartyJUDITH LIGHT: The Transparent actress dressed her ears in diamond hoop earrings by Nina Runsdorf and wore a very interesting ‘Baiser du Dragon’ necklace from Cartier which tied nicely with the her black pants and voluminous blouse.Judith Light at Elton John's Oscar Viewing Partyudith Light at Elton John's Oscar Viewing PartyJudith Light at Elton John's Oscar Viewing PartySHANINA SHAIK: The model wore striking white agate and diamond drop earrings by Lorraine Schwartz. Shanina oozed glamour and the earrings were a perfect fit. Shanina Shaik at Elton John's Oscar Viewing PartyShanina Shaik at Elton John's Oscar Viewing PartyCANDACE CAMERON:  The Full House star was another celebrity to wear white. What surprised us the most was her multiple gold and citrine /topaz necklaces by Neil Lane. Are they one too many for you? They do seem to be competing with one another. Citrine/topaz ear studs finished the look.Candace Cameron at Elton John's Oscar Viewing PartyCandace Cameron at Elton John's Oscar Viewing PartySOFIA RICHIE: Lionel Richie’s daughter wore the most iconic of Bulgari jewels, the gold Serpenti Seduttori diamond and emerald high jewelry necklace and matching earrings.Sofia Richie at Elton John's Oscar Viewing Party

ANGELA SARAFYN: The Westworld actress popped on the red carpet with her stunning  pair of Anabel Chan chandelier earrings in rubies, pink and orange sapphires with rose tourmalines. Pink, red and orange never looked so good together!Angela Sarafyn at Elton John's Oscar Viewing PartyAngela Sarafyn at Elton John's Oscar Viewing PartyAngela Sarafyn at Elton John's Oscar Viewing PartyBUSY PHILIPPS: Irene Neuwirth strikes again! The jewelry designer’s gumball earrings have been featured on Isla Fisher, Madeline Brewer and now Busy Philipps. Thoughts on the overall jewelry look?Busy Philipps at Elton John's Oscar Viewing PartyBusy Philipps at Elton John's Oscar Viewing PartyKAT GRAHAM: The white trend continues with Kat’s Ermanno Scervino suit. The diamond Bulgari choker seems to get lost in the whole red carpet ensemble. Kat Graham at Elton John's Oscr Viewing PartyKat Graham at Elton John's Oscar Viewing PartyADRIANA LIMA: We love the Chopard diamond earrings but that’s about it. We’re so over the whole nude dress with strategic beading. Adriana Lima at Elton John's Oscar Viewing PartyAdriana Lima at Elton John's Oscar Viewing PartyAdriana Lima at Elton John's Oscar Viewing PartyNIKKI REED: Nikki picked up the vibrant hues of her tropical one shoulder dress with several brightly colored gemstone rings from H Stern. She paired them with diamond ear climbers from Coomi Jewels.Nikki Reed at Elton John's Oscar Viewing PartyNikki Reed at Elton John's Oscar Viewing PartyNikki Reed at Elton John's Oscar Viewing PartyNikki Reed at Elton John's Oscar Viewing PartyNikki Reed at Elton John's Oscar Viewing Party