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“Hunger Games” Star Jennifer Lawrence Sets Fashion Bar with Dazzling Diamonds

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Jennifer Lawrence looked stunning at the 2011 Golden Globes with emerald and diamond earrings.

“The Hunger Games” has taken the world by storm, breaking  box office records and catapulting star Jennifer Lawrence to Hollywood “it girl” status. For the last several years, Lawrence has been among the most fashionable newcomers in Tinseltown. The 20-year-old fashionista routinely turns heads at red carpet events by accessorizing glamorous designer gowns with eye-catching jewelry pieces.

Jennifer Lawrence’s critically-acclaimed performance in 2010’s “Winter’s Bourne” showed off her considerable acting chops.  Her star-making turn was rewarded with several high-profile award nominations and invites to A-list events. The blonde beauty stood out at the the 68th Annual Golden Globe Awards in a gorgeous black gown designed by Louis Vuitton. The stunning dress was tastefully paired with luxurious, dangle earrings that featured 23 carats of green emeralds. Each earring contained diamond-lined hoops and sizeable, shimmering emeralds separated by two white diamonds. The earrings were complemented by a 21-carat white diamond bracelet that sparkled beautifully.

The “Winter’s Bourne” star was tastefully refined at the 83rd Annual Academy Awards ceremony. The Best Actress nominee sported an elegant look with a silhouette-hugging, Calvin Klein gown that beautifully accentuated her shape.  The form-fitting dress looked exquisite with a pair of dangling drop diamond earrings. The 16-carat sparklers featured fancy yellow diamonds and strings of white diamonds.

Jennifer Lawrence donned dazzling antique rose-cut diamond pendant earrings at the 2012 SAG Awards.

During the 2012 awards season, “The Hunger Games” star generated considerable buzz by hitting the media circuit. Lawrence was pretty in pink at the 2012 SAG Awards, where she radiated on the red carpet in a stunning pink gown fitted with an oversized black bow. The star accessorized her throwback look with 18th century-inspired, rose-cut diamond pendant earrings, and an antique-style, silver and gold, diamond-encrusted ring fit for Hollywood royalty.

Elizabeth Taylor Auction Showcases Stunning Diamonds, Jewelry

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Hollywood icon Elizabeth Taylor is synonymous with diamonds for many people, as the star’s love of diamonds compelled her to don some of the most breathtaking baubles in the world. The late Taylor’s fine jewelry pieces were recently up for auction at select locations in New York City and London. Her jewelry, along with her art collections and clothing, sold for more than $183 million total. Here is a look at some of the stunning jewels at the auctions:

  • Elizabeth Taylors sparkling 33-carat diamond became her trademark.

  • The famed 33.19-carat Asscher-cut, D-color Krupp diamond ring that actor and former husband Richard Burton gave Taylor sold for $8.8 million. Burton gave the star the Krupp Diamond in 1968, and she wore it regularly since then, making it a trademark style of hers.
  • Taylor’s mesmerizing emerald and diamond jewelry fetched high prices at the auction as well. An emerald and diamond flower brooch sold for $1.3 million, an emerald and diamond Bulgari necklace went for $5.4 million, an emerald and diamond pendant brooch for $5.8 million and an emerald and diamond bracelet for $3.5 million. All were gifts from Burton to Taylor.
  • A diamond tiara of Taylor’s sold for $3.7 million.

Diamond Quotes

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Diamonds have inspired people for centuries, with their one-of-a-kind sparkle, brilliance and beauty. No other gems can compare to the rare beauty and shine of a diamond. Stylish stars from Elizabeth Taylor to Marilyn Monroe have sung the praises of diamonds. Statesmen and philosophers ranging from Henry Kissinger to Confucius have also contemplated the power of diamonds. Here are the best diamond quotes on these glistening gems:

Elizabeth Taylor was a lifelong diamond lover and wore some of the most stunning jewelry.
  •  “I never worry about diets. The only carrots that interest me are the number of carats in a diamond!” – Mae West
  • “I never hated a man enough to give him his diamonds back.” – Zsa Zsa Gabor
  • “I have always felt a gift diamond shines so much better than one you buy for yourself!” – Mae West
  • “Big girls need big diamonds.” – Elizabeth Taylor
  • “A kiss on the hand may be quite continental, but diamonds are a girl’s best friend.” – Marilyn Monroe, singing “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend”
  • “A diamond is a chunk of coal that is made good under pressure.” – Henry Kissinger
  • “Better a diamond with a flaw than a pebble without.” — Confucius

“Whenever I fail as a father or husband… a toy and a diamond always works.” — Shahrukh Khan

Diamonds Dazzle at the 2012 Golden Globes

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For diamond lovers, the Golden Globes ceremony provides a glimpse into the latest jewelry trendsetters for women everywhere. The 2012 Golden Globes did not disappoint, as a who’s who of Hollywood starlets strolled down the red carpet decked-out in stunning designer jewelry that ranged from modern masterpieces to vintage designs.

Kim Kardashian donned striking ruby and diamond chandelier earrings.

Chandelier earrings were all the rage at the 2012 Golden Globes. Reality TV star Kim Kardashian wore a striking pair of chandelier earrings adorned with white diamonds and rubies. Jessica Alba was a hit in a pair of chandelier earrings that sparkled with a total of 34 white diamonds.

“Modern Family” star Sofia Vegara broke the bank by wearing $5 million worth of designer jewelry. The Columbian bombshell illustrated the beauty of oversized bangles by sporting an opulent cuff adorned with several rows of diamonds.

Kelly Osbourne wore sparkling white diamonds in a pave-set white gold ring.

Kelly Osbourne has stepped out of her father’s shadow to carve out a niche as a fashion template. The co-host of E!’s “Fashion Police” dazzled the paparazzi at the 2012 Golden Globes with an 18K white gold ring. The split shank piece sparkled with a beautiful array of pave white diamonds.

Charlize Theron's vintage diamond-studded headband stood out from the crowd.

Vintage jewelry was a top celebrity choice at the 2012 Golden Globes. From Reese Witherspoon’s diamond-encrusted bracelet to Charlize Theron’s diamond-studded Cartier headband, the vintage pieces on display showed that classic designer jewelry is always in style.

Diamonds and Weddings and Stars, Oh My!

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“Twilight” star Nikki Reed and “90210” star Shannen Doherty both tied the knot in Malibu this past weekend in Malibu, California.

Reed celebrated her Malibu wedding with “American Idol” alum Paul McDonald on Sunday. Reed walked down the aisle at a private ceremony on a ranch under the Malibu sun. McDonald and Reed invited 100 people to the affair.

Reed showed how much diamonds really are a girl’s best friend, as her ivory wedding dress featured 100 diamond buttons down the back, with a more than 100 carats just for the buttons. The rest of her gown – designed by Tacori — was elegant and understated, inspired by a 1940s glamour look.

Reed, 23, and McDonald, 27, knew from the start it was true love, as Reed told her blond beau “You’re amazing. I’m blushing! I should go!” when they first met, McDonald reported to MTV. The couple met at the premiere of “Little Red Riding Hood” in March, moved in together one month later and were engaged by June. “She’s amazing. She’s the perfect girl,” McDonald told MTV.

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“Charmed” beauty Doherty wed photographer Kurt Iswarienko at sunset on Saturday at a friend’s private estate in front of about 170 guests. Doherty wore three different Monique Lhuillier gowns for the wedding, the 40-year-old’s third time tying the knot. Footage of the ceremony will appear on Doherty’s upcoming We TV show, “The Shannen Doherty Project,” scheduled to premiere in January 2012. The show chronicles the couple’s wedding planning journey from engagement to the end of the aisle.

And the future looks bright for Doherty and her new hubby, as the actress says she has learned her lesson about marriage.

“Marriage to me is such a gigantic commitment that it’s not something I’d ever go into lightly anymore,” Doherty told People magazine. “I’ve learned my lesson.”