Posts Tagged ‘JTV.com’
Sunday, September 9th, 2012
Morganite! Do you know this mineral? It’s currently the number 1 selling gemstone in my “Stratify” Jewelry Collection on JTV. It’s related to, believe it or not,
the Emerald….
and the Aquamarine….
Even though their colors are completely different, they are all from the Beryl family of gems due to their similar trace elements and chemical make up.
Morganite is a spectacular looking gemstone displaying the most beautiful color of peachy pink tones. It’s name was changed from “Pink Beryl” to “Morganite” back in 1911 when it was named after the famous financier J.P. Morgan. He was not only a rock hound and collector of gems, but he invested much of his banking fortune into researching the types and whereabouts of gemstones worldwide.
If you’re at all intrigued and want to see more…..ganite (ba dum bum), tune into to JTV, Jewelry Television, this Tuesday, Sept. 11th from 7-8pm ET. We’ll be broadcasting our first fully devoted hour in “Stratify” to all Morganite jewelry! It’s going to be busy! See you then.
Styling Your Full Potential ~
Judy
Tags: aquamarine, by Judy Crowell, emerald, Jewelry Trend Expert, JTV.com, morganite
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Saturday, April 14th, 2012
I’ve always referred to it as the most intimate piece of jewelry you wear, because it’s selected to be closest to your beautiful face. Now, designers are taking the importance of them to a whole new level with the Return Of The Earring for 2012. Soulful and sexy; flirty and colorful; movin’ and groovin,’ these dazzlers are turning (and framing) heads!
Some of us are thinking, “Wait just a minute. What’s so new? We’ve been down this road before.” Yes, but isn’t it fun?! Fashion loves to reinvent itself, and WE love when it does!
Some of the most famous faces in history were known for their glamorous lobes. It’s nice to know it’s ‘cool’ all over again.
So, what do you say we do a little shopping? If you want to duplicate the ‘looks,’ you’ve got to know where to go to find them. While my Stratify Collection isn’t on the runway……….. (yet!), I do have some great styles that would fit the bill for this current trend. Take a look at these beauties, and see if the colors, the gems, or the dangle styles strike your fancy. If so, click on the earring to see all the details. Happy shopping!
Styling Your Full Potential ~
Judy
Tags: by Judy Crowell, Dolce & Gabbana, Harper's Bazaar, Jewelry Trend Expert, Jil Sander, JTV.com, Judy Crowell Collection, Marni, Prada, Stratify, tory burch, Vogue
Posted in Closet Update Ideas, Fashion History, Gemstone Fashion, Helpful Tips, JTV Stratify, Judy Crowell Collection Updates, Look of the Day | No Comments »
Wednesday, April 11th, 2012
“Ehhh…verything’s coh…ming up roses…” It may have been back in ‘59 when Gypsy Rose Lee hummed that tune, but 53 years later we’re having another affair with florals. 
Have you been shopping lately? Spring 2012 Fashion designers are having a field day! Fitted or flowing matters not as long as we’re talking flowers.
And, while we’re on the subject, you’ll notice that it’s tough to wear flowers without wearing color. Harper’s Bazaar highlighted the blues in their recent expose of Spring 2012 runway style. 
Think of your average garden, though, and you realize that all color combos are acceptable.
Accessorizing this trend is simple.. especially with my Stratify Collection! While the clothing may be expensive (it’s really painful to look at the price tags), the jewelry I’ll show you is not. 
Every single one of these rings featuring genuine Tanzanite, Amethyst, Blue Topaz and Garnet is priced at under $100, and many are closer to $79. (You can click on the image to read more about it) Become your own designer! Jump on these styles while the trend is hot, but own looks that will long outlast today’s garden variety splurge.
Styling Your Full Potential ~
Judy
Tags: by Judy Crowell, Diane von Furstenberg, Fashion Trend Forecaster, Harper's Bazaar, it's all about style, Jason Wu, Jewelry Trend Expert, JTV.com, Marie Claire, Peter Zom
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Sunday, March 18th, 2012
Noticing a trend here?! Suddenly in the mood for a creamsicle? Or, perhaps another glass of orange juice?
The Pantone Color Institute has donned this, Tangerine Tango, ‘the 2012 Color Of The Year.’ It’s a vibrant, refreshing, BLAST of color with so much potential. Paired with lime or royal or (here’s another Pantone fave) solar yellow, you almost can’t go wrong with it.
Of course, you know me, never one to pass up an opportunity to talk about how fashion relates to jewelry…. I thought I’d make some suggestions as to how you can wear this color other than in fabric.
I realize not everyone desires that red flair of attention, so here are some pretty pieces that can add that perk-me-up to your current wardrobe of navies, grays and whites. And, of course, your LBD could be completely transformed with these orange and red combos. 
Click on any of the photos for more information on where they are available.
I’m excited that, while black and white are always in-season, designers everywhere are thoroughly embracing the color-wheel. (I just painted my new kitchen “Audubon Russet,” and it’s so refreshingly fun!) 
Styling Your Full Potential ~
Judy
Tags: by Judy Crowell, it's all about style, Jewelry Trend Expert, JTV.com, Pantone Color Institute
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Monday, January 9th, 2012
If you February Girls haven’t embraced your birthstone up ’til now, I have a funny feeling the worm is about to turn. WOW!! So, here’s the scoop….
African Amethyst is known for its deep, intense grape color tending to fluoresce red tones (Brazilian amethyst tends to fluoresce blue). The problem is, when you get into the larger carat weights, it can appear too dark, almost black (not attractive). The material we sourced for this ring (nearly 6 carats of genuine African Amethyst) is incredible. Day after tomorrow (Wed. 01/10/12) (obviously, this particular BLOG is time-sensitive), you can STEAL it (for UNDER $120!) on Jewelry Television…. but, it won’t even be on their website until then.
I am so excited about this that I hated to wait any longer to tell you. (I’ll probably get myself in trouble revealing it too soon) Anyway, we’ll introduce it at midnight tomorrow night (Tuesday night into Wednesday), and there are only 675 of them (FOR THE WHOLE COUNTRY)!
Good luck! (Oh, and did I mention that the yellow gemstones are genuine yellow sapphires????)
Styling Your Full Potential ~
Judy
ON-AIR (eastern time):
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 11TH ~ midn-2am; 9am; 10am; noon-2pm; 8-10pm
Tags: by Judy Crowell, Jewelry Trend Expert, JTV.com, z-Amethyst, z-Jewelry Television
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Wednesday, December 28th, 2011
When was the last time you cleaned your jewelry? We take the time to clean our clothes, our houses, our dogs (don’t ask me why I thought of that one… probably because my Springer “Brie” just got a bath), but cleaning our jewelry? Who has time? The truth is that all jewelry requires TLC for long-term wear and lasting beauty.
My advice for Storage: Take advantage of the individual compartments in a jewelry box, divided drawers or a travel pouch. Gemstones can scratch one another if they all get jumbled together. And, if you’re not careful to keep pieces separated from one another, they can even scratch the gold or silver settings.
My advice for Cleaning: Don’t overdo it, and don’t use steam cleaning or ultra-sonic cleaners. All you really need is a soft, lint-free cloth. That should do a fine job of keeping it free from surface dust and dirt on a daily basis. Should you find that it has dulled from accumulated soap or hand lotions, just swish it in a bath of mild dishwashing liquid and warm water. Rinse, and make sure you always dry it well … away from the drain.
Keep in mind that in some cases, like with my Stratify and Blooming Jewels Collections on JTV, some gemstones are set with an adhesive instead of with prongs. (This is common practice with opaques or cabochons like turquoise or lapis) Therefore, it’s smart not to leave your jewelry in water or a liquid jewelry cleaner for an extended period of time.
Styling Your Full Potential~
Judy,
Style and Trend Jewelry Expert
Tags: by Judy Crowell, Jewelry Trend Expert, JTV.com, z-Care and Cleaning
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Monday, December 26th, 2011
4.18 carats of Barehipani London Blue Topaz. Couldn’t you just SWIM in their color? The incredible London blue stones in these stud earrings are princess-cut and angled like diamonds in their 18 kt gold over Sterling Silver setting.
From my Stratify Collection on JTV.com, they are named after the beautiful Barehipani Falls in India where the water pools into colors of blue like no other. 
But, the best part is they’re marked down from a normal $49.99 price to this week’s Holiday Clearance Sale price of $29.99!
And, should you desire something borrowed or something blue to wear on the hand? Try this Barehipani London Blue ring on for size. 1.28 carats are represented in this delicate, sweet ring featuring a center marquise-cut London Blue Topaz with channel set princess-cut White Topaz gems on either side. A whopping $49.99 is our new “Countdown to 2012″ price. (Sizes are available in 6-10)
Join me on Thursday and Friday this week for my Stratify shows only on Jewelry Television. Look for the JTV logo in the lower left side of your screen, and you’ll know you’re in the right place.
Styling Your Full Potential ~
Judy
ON-AIR:
Thursday, December 29th 3-6pm and 10p-midnight EST
Friday, December 30th 10a-noon EST
Tags: by Judy Crowell, it's all about style, Jewelry Trend Expert, JTV.com, Judy Crowell Collection, z-Barehipani Topaz
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Saturday, December 10th, 2011
Absolute ’spectacles of glamor’ await you on Jewelry Television today. In person, these rings are amazing (and the sapphire version was almost sold out by 8 this morning!)
If you have a minute to tune in before the day is through OR you can head over to JTV.com, you’ll be happy you had a crack at getting one of these rings before Christmas!! Drop hints, place a conspicuous post-it-note, buy it and wrap it for yourself…. whatever it takes, you need to see this one on your hand.
Details! Details! Price ~ Under $88! Carat weight ~ 3.21 ctw 18k yellow gold over SS. All genuine stones from Brazil and India. Sizes ~ 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Tags: by Judy Crowell, Jewelry Trend Expert, JTV.com
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Saturday, October 29th, 2011
Not just ANY opal… Ethiopian Opal. From a mine dating back over 4000 years, the Ethiopian opal is FINALLY coming into its own. Thought to be unsuitable for jewelry up until a mere 2 1/2 years ago, the Ethiopian opal is proving, instead, to be the stone of choice for more than just October babies.
Its ‘play of color’ and stabilization have made it the go-to stone for designers, and the recent increase in price is a testament to its new-found popularity. Here are 3 good (affordable) examples from my new “Stratify” line on JTV. Opal with Pink Tourmaline, Opal with Chrome Diopside and Opal with Tanzanite. Click on any of the images for greater detail. Happy Shopping!
Styling Your Full Potential
~ Judy
Tags: by Judy Crowell, it's all about style, Jewelry Trend Expert, JTV.com, opals
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