Feb
22

The Horse Bit: A Gucci Icon

A horse bit is a piece of metal placed between a horse’s teeth, near the back of the mouth, and is attached to the bridal and reigns. The horse bit design has become a staple aesthetic of Gucci and has appeared in a variety of transformative ways since its introduction in the 1950’s. The horse bit made its initial appearance on tan leather saddle-stitch Gucci bags and now has been integrated into a luxurious jewelry line. The Gucci horse bit Jewelry collection is comprised of 18-karat yellow, white, and rose gold with a high polish finish and pave set diamonds. Here are a few of my favorite pieces. Read More

Feb
7

February: The Month of Romance

The month of romance has arrived with February 14th serving as the day to exchange gifts and treats as one’s proclamation of love. The history of Valentine’s Day is uncertain with a number of myths claiming to encapsulate its origin. Valentine’s Day today still has threads of ancient tradition. Read More