art jewelry trends to watch forinclude animal designs, ethnic-inspired showpieces, gorgeous, roughdiamonds and the clash of black and white -- a classic look that, likestilettos, never goes out of style.Shimmering evidence aside, Behnam has tapped into these trends with unique,multi-dimensional show-stoppers that up until recently were only availablein high-end stores and galleries. Making these pieces available throughhome shopping network ShopNBC and its website www.ShopNBC.com at affordable pricesmeans owning wearable works of art jewelry without breaking thebank. (Tune in this Sunday, November 9 at 9 pm ET to watch her live.)
"When a woman wears jewelry, it's a statement about who she is. Sheexpects to be noticed and pays attention to the smallest of details when itcomes to making a purchase," says Behnam, an expert goldsmith with 23 yearsof jewelry experience.
Behnam is well-known for her animal jewelry, setting the trend that'scaught on quickly with women of all ages in all checkbook sizes. Travelingaround the world and collaborating with prestigious goldsmith colleges todesign her collectible line of jewelry, Behnam is always looking forupcoming trends in art jewelry to reflect in all of herpieces. She's also a pioneer working with rough diamonds, leading the pathaway from the proper and subdued and venturing into dangerously sassyterritory. (Rest assured, these are not your grandmother's diamonds.)
Neda's Top 5 to Buy:
1. 18K Gold 18.75" Brown 23.00ct RoughDiamond Strand Necklace. Walk into a room, any room, and make astatement. This 20-carat strand of rough and natural diamonds is a couturepiece that could be worn to any black tie event, yet it's subtle enough foreveryday wear.
2. 14K White / Yellow GoldYellow Sapphire, Green Garnet & Diamond Tiger Ring. Whether or not youwere born in the year of the tiger, harness some of that tigress strengthfor that special occasion with this detailed ring.
3. 18K Gold Orange Sapphire,1.30ct Brown Diamond & Multi-Gem Lobster Ring. Looking to get noticed?Take one look at this impossibly detailed, 3-dimensional ring of gemstonesand mother of pearl and get ready for a little attention.
4. 22K Gold, Pink & GreenSapphire & Diamond Ring. No need to wait until spring to lighten upyour look. This exotic, handmade marvel taps into the ancient art ofgoldsmithing and features amazing detail and granulation.
5. 18K White Gold Diamond & Black Onyx CrossPendant w/ Cord. Black and white never looked so good together. Thishand-cut, polished onyx is contrasted perfectly by its gold inlay set withdiamonds.
Any of these eye-catching pieces could give that extra edge to a littleblack dress or spice up last-year's cocktail attire. "The look for fall isa polished, subtle style with a flash of attitude," Behnam says. Take onelook at the brilliant, growling face on that tiger ring and you'll agree.Meow, indeed.
Behnam, a breast cancer survivor and advocate, donates a portion of SoHoBoutique by Neda Behnam sales to aid breast cancer research.
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