Love of Fine Jewelry & other Luxuries, by Laura Samano

04/25/2026

Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald & Diamond Ribbon Brooch.

04/25/2026

Art Deco Aquamarine & Diamond Statement Brooch.

04/25/2026

Delicately inspired by nature, this exquisite piece transforms the humble lily of the valley into a vision of pure luxury.

04/25/2026

Edwardian Elegance Pendant (c. 1900–1910)

04/25/2026

Exquisite French Art Deco Brooch, Circa 1929 ✨ Featuring a Stunning Aquamarine Center Stone Surrounded by Sparkling Diamonds – A Timeless Vintage Treasure from the Roaring Twenties.

04/24/2026

Un día como hoy, pero de 1983, Dolores del Río trascendió del plano terranal para convertirse en leyenda. Recordando a una de las grandes estrellas del cine mexicano y pionera de la presencia latina en Hollywood. 🕊️

On this day in 1983, Dolores del Río became a legend. Today we remember one of Mexican cinema’s greatest stars and a true pioneer of Latin representation in Hollywood. 🕊️

04/24/2026

El Paseo de la Reforma en la Ciudad de México, no siempre fue una avenida llena de autos y rascacielos. A finales del siglo XIX, era un camino de tierra rodeado de árboles, donde circulaban carruajes y la ciudad apenas comenzaba.

Al fondo, el Castillo de Chapultepec dominaba el paisaje como punto final del recorrido. No había tráfico, ni torres… solo naturaleza y algunas casas aisladas.

Con el paso del tiempo, la ciudad creció, llegaron los autos, los edificios y finalmente los rascacielos. Hoy, Reforma es el eje financiero más importante de México.

Lo increíble es que aunque todo cambió, su esencia sigue viva… porque entre el los edificios, aún sobreviven sus árboles. 🌳

04/24/2026

Want to keep your diamond jewelry sparkling clean? Here are 4 practical care & cleaning tips to keep them looking their best:

1. Don’t Wear Your Jewelry in the Shower, Pool or Ocean: Soap and salt residue can dull a diamond’s sparkle, and chlorine can react with the alloy metals in 14K or 18K gold — making the metal more brittle over time. Cold water can also cause fingers to shrink slightly, increasing the risk of losing a ring.
Also, remember to take your jewelry off before bed. Ring prongs can loosen if they catch on bedding, and chains or bracelets can tangle or wear down from friction. Simple earring studs are lower risk, but delicate or stone-set pieces are safer off at night.

2. Regular Gentle Cleaning: Diamonds attract oils from skin and everyday products, which can dull their sparkle over time. Use dish soap, warm water and a soft toothbrush to clean your diamond jewelry every few weeks, making sure to scrub gently around the prongs and under the gem. Check with your jeweler before using ultrasonic or steam cleaners. These cleaning methods can restore shine, but can also dislodge already loose stones or damage highly included diamonds and some treated diamonds.

3. Inspect Settings Regularly: Because diamonds are incredibly hard, the metal holding them (prongs, bezels, etc.) can wear down or bend. Routinely check that your diamonds are secure — if a stone seems loose or shifted, have a professional jeweler tighten or retip the prongs before it’s lost.

4. Store Thoughtfully: Because diamonds are the hardest gemstone, they can still scratch each other and other gemstones and metals. Store jewelry pieces separately in soft pouches or lined compartments. Avoid tossing them loosely in jewelry boxes where metals and gems can rub against each other.

By following these simple habits, your natural diamond jewelry will stay brilliant and secure for generations. Learn how to best care for your diamond jewelry on our website: https://bit.ly/4cDgZ5v

04/24/2026

04/22/2026

🎂 Vanilla cake with smooth white frosting, decorated with 🌸 pink, 💜 purple and 🤍 white roses, ✨ pearl sprinkles, and an elegant ✨ gold stand.