The Look -- B.W. Cook

Jewels by Joseph has been a “tradition of trust” in Orange County for

more than 40 years. A third-generation family-owned business, it is a

member of the prestigious American Gem Society.

Jewels by Joseph creates and designs jewelry as an expression of

personality and style. Its collections include designers from all over

the globe, as well as its own unique designs.

CUTLINES

1. This necklace ($2,125), single-strand bracelet ($1,195) and

double-strand bracelet ($1,995) come from the Rigoletta Collection by

Fope. The 18-karat yellow gold necklace and bracelets use the traditional

Fope chain embellished by rondels of diamonds. Accompanying them are a

selection from the Hidalgo Collection of mix and match stackable rings.

An 18-karat gold and red enamel flower ring accented by bezeled diamonds

($700) is stacked with two 18-karat yellow gold rings ($200 each).

2. Elegant black and white is the theme for this set. An 18-karat

white gold neck wire holds a combination of black and white pave set

diamonds totaling 0.92 carats ($2,775). A coordinating black and white

diamond bangle is made of 18-karat white gold with diamonds totaling 1.70

carats ($3,650). But the real stunner is this flexible black and white

all-around diamond band created with 18-karat white gold and 4.20 carats

of diamonds ($10,450).

3. Unique colors make these creations stand out. A triple strand of

dramatic orange Mexican fire opal faceted beads, designed by Dianne, is

clasped with diamonds and 18-karat yellow gold ($2,995). Add to that with

this pendant/brooch by Mazza for Diannes Mark -- hand-carved flowers of

orange agate set with diamonds and a rare mandarin orange garnet in the

center -- and make a stunning statement ($3,995). Jewels by Joseph custom

designed the mandarin garnet ring set in 18-karat yellow gold, with

diamonds and blue sapphire. The ring, with its 11.28 carat garnet, costs

$34,500. The matching earrings are $8,950.

4. This lovely contemporary grouping comes from California designer

Peter Storm. The platinum and diamond wedding band has 0.71 carats of

princess-cut diamonds channel set point to point ($4,145). This 18-karat

white gold all-around bezel set diamond necklace ($6,680) holds 1.90

carats of sparkling diamonds. This matching bezel set bracelet with 0.78

carats of brilliant diamonds ($2,970) adds the finishing touch.

5. This set was meticulously handcrafted in Barcelona, Spain, and

drafted in the classic techniques of rich enamel work on 18-karat gold in the “plique a jour” method. Encrusted with diamonds with a pear shape

opal, this piece can be worn as a pendant or brooch ($7,160). The

sapphire and diamond enamel earrings are $6,250.

6. A magnificent collection of Tahitian South Sea pearls is

highlighted by a multicolored strand of pearls clasped with diamonds in

18-karat white gold ($21,450). Each pearl is a beauty on its own. A pair

of 11-millimeter Tahitian pearl studs ($1,395) add a dash of panache. A

unique custom-designed ring by Jewels by Joseph in 18-karat white gold

with a rare 14.8 millimeter South Sea pearl is highlighted by tapered

baguettes and bezeled round diamonds ($6,550).