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Diamonds and rubies are a girl’s best friend

Diamonds—and rubies are a girl’s best friend
By Essence · Updated October 30, 2020
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Diamonds—and rubies are a girl’s best friend

Anthony Nak’s topaz, quartz and sapphire drop earrings in 18k gold can spice up any wardrobe favorite, from blue jeans to your basic black suit.

Diamonds and rubies are a girl’s best friend
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Diamonds—and rubies are a girl’s best friend

The soft sparkle of this miniature jeweled handbag makes it simply dazzling. This diamond and ruby “Jane” pendant is by Mirabelle. For details, see Where to Buy in the February issue of ESSENCE.

Diamonds and rubies are a girl’s best friend
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Diamonds—and rubies are a girl’s best friend

This timepiece makes us want to watch the clock all day long—Ice Tek’s sweetheart-framed diamond and mother-of-pearl watch with embossed-leather band.

Diamonds and rubies are a girl’s best friend
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Diamonds—and rubies are a girl’s best friend

Talk about being at a loss for words. Christian Dior’s opulent 45k amethyst cocktail ring encased in 18k white gold leaves.
And Chris Aire’s new twist on an old trend: a white-gold dog tag initialed in diamonds. For details, see Where to Buy in the February issue of ESSENCE.

Diamonds and rubies are a girl’s best friend