 You only need to tune into the Golden Globes or to the Oscars to see just how popular designer jewelry is with the stars. Sparkling earrings, gargantuan rings and opulent necklaces are just some of the pieces prized and worn by some of your favorite personalities. Lest you think that celebrities are dishing out hundreds of thousands of dollars of their own money for each piece, most of the jewelry is on loan from the designers for the duration of the ceremony. Once the event has ended that art noveau Fred Leighton ring or platinum and ruby Ricardo Basta earrings must be returned. Even Hollywood elites do not get their designer jewelry for free, but that is okay with them as most pieces are usually worn just once with new jewelry sought for the next public spectacle. As a shopper of fine designer jewelry, you can rent your bling to wear to just one event or you can shop around for the best deals on necklaces, rings and earrings to add to your collection without busting your budget. The following are some tips on associating the right celebrity piece with the correct designer, tips you should consider the next time you tune into the Emmys, Oscars or other celebrity event. Butterflies Are Beautiful – Leon Popov offers an elegant collection of butterfly pins and rings favored by celebrities and wannabes alike. Check your favorite starlet’s dress or ring fingers to see which ones are featuring Leon Popov Butterflies. Certainly It Is Danhov -- That 18 karat white gold engagement ring may be just for show or it could signify that some television personality recently got engaged. Check her ring finger after the event has ended and you’ll learn if that Danhov Meno Collection piece is hers or simply on loan for the evening. Who knows, but you may discover the first hint of a pending Hollywood hook up before it is even announced! It Must Be M. Geller – Designer Marc Geller is noted for creating rings which combine classical elegance with modern design and his rings are seen on the hands of celebrities and fans alike. His rings can be stacked, interchanged, or worn separately, creating a unique look every time you hit the clubs, take in a fund-raising event, or visit your favorite French bistro. Simply Divine – Although Sara Blaine jewelry isn’t likely to be worn at a Hollywood blingfest, pay special close attention to your favorite television starlet to see what she is wearing during any given scene. The Sara Blaine Fusion line looks great whether worn while gardening or at an important social event – colorful gemstones are pulled together and placed on rings, earrings and necklaces to produce a look that is both feminine and independent. Although you may not be able to afford some of the pricey pieces worn at this year’s Emmy awards, the works of Leon Popov, M. Geller, Sarah Blaine and Danhov are well within the average jewelry buyer’s budget. Thanks to high quality online jewelry shops such as James Allen, you can find starlet quality jewelry for a whole lot less than what your mall jeweler charges.
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