Monthly Archive for December, 2010

Orson’s Animal Kingdom: You Snooze You Lose!

21 December 2010 | albertine loves NY

Orson is Albertine’s Top Dog. What he says goes. These are his picks for the holidays.

right: Orson dreams of chasing butterflies in a big golden field. He’ll have to settle for these. Cave Canem silver gilt butterfly pin. American circa turn of the century (smaller butterfly). $135

Hand painted enamel pin from Spain, 1960′s (larger butterfly). $85

left: A self-portrait. If Orson could fly, he’d be a bat.
Ceramic bat with a quartz drop. 14k gold vermeil. $285

right: Rhinestone Tiger bracelet. The full body is articulated so it looks like it’s napping around your wrist. Orson does the same thing with round pillows. $275

Orson likes these because his mommy often refers to him as Chunky Monkey. Hand cast in brass then plated in silver then 24k gold. These lacquered monkeys are made in Columbia. $85

left: Orson often dreams of visiting the motherland. He likes to think that he’d find a friend like this over there. Enameled Rhinestone Zebra pin from the 80′s. Great worn with a one shoulder dress or a blazer. $275

right: Orson picked this piece because it reminds him of football Sundays with Daddy. Tug of War Enameled Rhinestone Panther bracelet from the 80′s. $185

Charlotte’s Holiday Picks from Albertine General

18 December 2010 | jewelry

Charlotte Pinson, Albertine’s fashion expert on the fly, gives us her picks for the sparkliest holiday pieces from Albertine General.

These Kim Lyon’s rings are kind of out of this world. The dark sparkle has us daydreaming about unexplored galaxies.

left: Kim Lyons Pulsar Druse Ring with Diamonds. $1295
right: Linear Collider Druse. $785

Necklaces that could be from a place where the winter air is quiet except for the sound of a roaring river.

left: Aroc Urtu River Rock with Black Diamond on Sterling Chain. $298
right: Kathryn Bently’s Pyrite and Brass Necklace. $125

Classic, time-tested pieces that call to mind heartfelt promises of devotion.

left: Cave Canem Antique Blue Enamel and Paste Silver Necklace from England circa 1870s. $645

right: M. Fortuna Antique Paste Double Circle Silver Ring. $225

Nancy’s Holiday Picks from Albertine General

14 December 2010 | jewelry

We asked Albertine’s photographer, Nancy Bulalacao, for her favorite holiday pieces from Albertine General. She loves sparkly things and is easily distracted in the store. It was difficult for her to choose only six pieces.

Madam Fortuna Jewel Green Vintage Glass Bracelet. The color of the glass is so rich that it feels like if you gaze into it long enough you might see other-worldly things. $98

1930′s Heart Locket with Red Stone. $198

left: Bow Earrings in Silver with Red Stones $98
center: Goldiknots Slip-knot Bracelet with Silver Beads $65
right: Silver Ribbon Pinky Ring with Marcasite $145

Eddera Swan Cuff in 18kt gold plated brass. $158

Allison’s Holiday Picks from Albertine General

13 December 2010 | jewelry

Allison Ward, Albertine’s resident ray of sunshine, gives us her favorite picks for the holiday season.

left: Jessie Lazar Large Crest Necklace in sterling silver. The piece can be custom monogrammed. $240
center: Madam Fortuna Multi-Chain Necklace with Peace Dove, charms, and rhinestones. $265
right: Madam Fortuna Art Nouveau Fleur-de-lis Locket. Put a picture of a loved one or of yourself and give it as a gift! $795

A.Ward Fox Stud Earrings. Available in silver or 14kt gold. The fox eyes come in emerald, sapphire, ruby and diamond. Each stud sold separately from $115-$270

Victorian landscape agate from London by Delphine. This lovely piece is like a poem in the form of a ring. Set in 18kt gold. Surrounded by antique rose cut diamonds. The landscape agate comes from the Content Family Collection. Call for pricing.

Polly Wales 9 kt Circle Disc Rings. The designer used signet rings as inspiration for the form and added her own modern twist. Available in blue spinnel and pink sapphire. $675 and $855.

Crescent Moon Black Diamond Ring set in 14kt gold by Mociun. $1395

Three Turtle Doves Victorian Buckle and Button Macrame Bracelet. Each piece is one of a kind. All facets are Victorian. $398

Happy Holidays from Albertine!

10 December 2010 | albertine loves NY, jewelry and wardrobe

Everyone at Albertine decided to come up with their favorite items for the holiday season. Over the next few days we’ll be sharing each person’s personal picks. We hope you enjoy them!

Amy’s Holiday Picks from Albertine General

10 December 2010 | jewelry

Albertine General’s resident jewelry expert, Amy Taylor, gives us her picks for the best holiday pieces.

left: Sterling Silver ‘In Cycles’ by Oblik Atelier, recently distinguished as an up and coming designer by the New York Times. Her work, like mini sculptures are real works of art. $825

right: Victorian Watch Key Pendant Necklaces from England by Cave Canem. Ranging from $380-$535.

Oblik Atelier’s Overlap Brass Cuff. The color of this piece is part of what makes it so special. She stains the metal to look like watercolor. We think it’s divine and affordable! $175

A mix of Himatsingka’s bangles (sold separately). These bangles are great separately or worn together. Prices range from $198-$535. The far right bangle is outlined in 18k gold.

Sterling Silver Marcasite Dome Ring. An eye-catching cocktail ring that we find to be perfect for the holiday season as it reminds us of a glittering crystal snowball.

Another mix of lovely bangles from Iossellani and Himatsingka. We adore the Sophie Red Scalloped Bangle with Rubies. Prices range from $125-$565.

Golden

10 December 2010 | jewelry

Along with fine jewelry, Albertine General carries unique objects that make perfect gifts like these gilded wood wings.
$125 for the set.

Kathy Kemp

10 December 2010 | wardrobe

Not only has Kathy Kemp been with Albertine from the very beginning, she is one of our favorite designers, and a hot mama to Jack, one of the greatest five-year-olds around! Her uptown sensibility and downtown edge produce pieces that are super flattering, timeless and wallet friendly. This is her take on what she’ll be wearing this holiday season.

left: The metallics in this dark cowl neck silvery dress are awesomely understated making it perfect for day or night.

middle: Sexy mama in white lace.

right: One of the staple jackets from Kathy’s collection worn over the metallic cowl neck. The jacket’s little details like zippers on the cuffs add dramatic flair.

Perfect Red

10 December 2010 | albertine loves NY

Kathy applies Estee Lauder’s Berlin Red lipstick exclusively sold at Neue Gallery in New York. We’ve been obsessed with it since seeing Neue’s Otto Dix show–a red that looks great on everyone. We turned Kathy on to it and she loved it so much she ordered it online. Click here for more info.

Trenchcoat