Austrian crystal brand Swarovski decided to go all out for their launch of a new crystallized concept store in SoHo by not only having Gossip Girl actress Blake Lively host the fete, but also designing a special crystal necklace to benefit charity: water. Lively (wearing the Divine Rock necklace) hosted the store opening in SoHo As this blog has highlighted before, 1 in 6 people do not have access to clean drinking water – charity: water aims... 

Up-and-coming jewelry and evening handbag designer Amanda Pearl creates exquisite, one-of-a-kind handbags, necklaces, earrings and bracelets which have been featured in Gossip Girl, Elle and Town & Country. The collection only launched in February 08 and already has 13 POS locations in the US. The “luxury evening accessories” line is inspired by the fashion and culture of the 50s and 60s . The style is described as “elegant... 

Running fox necklace, $225 - 25% of proceeds to benefit Michael J. Fox Foundation Jewelry designer Helen Ficalora, known for her unique charm necklaces,  has created a special 14k gold pendant featuring a running fox to honor Michael J. Fox and his Parkinson’s foundation. This simple and romantic necklace is priced at $225 with 25% of the proceeds to be donated to the Michael J. Fox Foundation. The foundation supports crucially-needed research...