Bedazzled Brows for Chanel?

At this year's Paris Fashion Week, Chanel's Karl Lagerfeld sent his muses down the runway in the upcoming ready-to-wear F/W collection, with some very striking accessories: rhinestone eyebrows.  Now, don't get me wrong. I love a strong brow. And I will even say that dark hued crystals on the brows added to the overall look of Lagerfeld's show, which looked like the most stylish party on planet Krypton. 

But show of hands, (be honest) how many of you will be rocking Bedazzled eyebrows next season?

Here's more of the Chanel fall line inside.

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Passing Trends

David Beckham early 2000

-Jason Arasheben

CEO of Jason of Beverly Hills 
When it comes to today's growing trends, there’s one adage that always holds true; The quicker the rise the harder the fall! This is most evident with fashion trends. From bell bottoms, to "Cross Color Jeans", to throwback jerseys; all fashion trends that witness meteoric rise quickly, suffer for it and become laughable just a few years later. 

And guess what? Jewelry is no exception!

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McQ Spring/ Summer 2010 Collection

With every electrifying show, bad boy designer Alexander McQueen jolted the fashion world out of a sea of comatose couture.
He showed us that creepy could be sexy (long before Gaga).
He shocked us, confused us and even scared us at times, and we liked it.

McQueen blessed us with one last rebel yell with his Spring/Summer 2010 collection. The punk inspired collection was to be featured at fashion week but was canceled the day of his tragic death.
(weep.) ~vK

Hot Items: "Couture" Ring

cou-ture- (kōō-tŏŏr', -tür')
being, having, or suggesting the style, quality, etc., of a fashion designer; very fashionable: the couture look.

Fashionistas, this one is a must. My new favorite from the extensive ring collection by JBH is the "Couture" two finger ring. Bring out your inner diva with this charming "say something" piece. The flawless white diamonds on white gold will light up your fingers and speak for itself.

And be certain to wear it on your right hand... To avoid the grip contest, also known as the inappropriately firm, which i absolutely hate! "Hollywood handshake", simply offer a dainty hand covered in diamonds that begs to be kissed. ~vK

**NEW JASON OF BEVERLY HILLS WEBSITE**

JasonofBH.com has a new look...

Today is the official re-launch of the Jason of Beverly Hills Website!
Visit JasonofBH.com for the latest in one of a kind jewelry fashion, celebrity custom pieces, videos and much more.

The new site will also feature a special "Members Only" section for our clients to view regular updates in the making of their piece. Here you will see each step as your JBH masterpiece is being made.

While you are there, be sure to follow us on Facebook and Twitter!

Rosary Fashion

You can thank the "Material Girl" and her wedding gown gyrations for the ever popular rosary fashion trend back in the 80's. And while I'm not one to judge, you have to admit (as have I) that wearing them had nothing to do with Hail Mary's.

While some traditional Catholics are strongly against wearing them as necklaces, the trend is still white hot in Hollywood. Rosaries have maintained a steady presence in the fashion world, and a the new wave of diamond encrusted versions have hit the scene as of late. Everyone from singer, Tyrese Gibson to Christina Aguilera are rocking these iced out prayer beads.

Jason of Beverly Hills also has a lovely selection that come in white, yellow or black diamond. If you are like me, and just have to have one of these custom pieces for yourself, send inquires to info@jasonofbh.com

(Tyrese Gibson looking like a dream in a white diamond rosary)

Birthstones- June

Alexandrites vs Pearls

Those born in the month of June have the privilege of choosing from one of two birthstones commonly associated with this month: the Alexandrite or the Pearl.

Alexandrite stones were discovered around 1830 in the Ural mountains of Russia and named after the czar of that period, Alexander II. What makes these gems so special, is there ability to change colors in different lighting situations. They range from an almost emerald green in natural sunlight, to a smouldering reddish-purple hue when hit by incandescent light. They are some of the rarest, most expensive gemstones and are quite fab in my opinion.

But more widely known as the birthstone for June babies are milky white Pearls.

Born of a less than attractive source, pearls are naturally grown inside of oysters. A protective substance inside their shells called "nacre" is produced when an irritant, like a grain of sand or pieces of tiny sea creatures gets lodged inside of them. Over time, the nacre covers the foreign object with many layers that eventually harden, and Voila'; You have a shiny new pearl.

The natural process can be assisted with the help of man to make what are called cultured pearls. About 90% of the worlds pearls are grown by someone actually placing a small piece of shell inside a mollusk. A large part of the cultured pearl industry is found in Japan and Australia where they are harvested in their coastal waters. They vary in color such as pinks, soft yellows, grey, black and pure white.

While pearls have their In and Out moments in fashion, it seems as though the second they appear to become dated and out of style, they are brought back to life. Sarah Jessica Parker revived the look in her role as Carrie in last summer's hit "Sex and the City- The Movie". She had everyone, running to Mikimoto for the $11,900 opera length string of pearls to add a touch of class to their outfits.

I swear she never took them off-- I'll never forget the scene where she wore them to bed in her underwear.

I mean really; who doesn't wear their baubles to bed? ~vK

Bone Heads

Although the skull fad has been around for a few years now (thx Christian Audigier) and is seemingly waning, there hasn't been a shortage of "bonehead" request for jewelry. Bonehead in the most respectful sense of the word, of course.

Many clients are still leaning towards razor sharp edge when it comes to designing their more casual trinkets. From rings, to pendants-- even cuff links, people want to add a certain hard core element to their ensemble. One however, has to set a concrete boundary to prevent skeletal over kill. I mean, you wouldn't wear cheetah print from head to toe (no offense to my wild life pattern offenders) skulls should be no different.

Still, the right piece can definitely bring your look to life. ~vK