Breathtaking Bouquets

It may sound cliché, but there really isn’t a better way to woo your lady than with stunning bling and blooms. Here are a few pieces from local retailers that are sure to ignite sparks.
— Mia Stefanko, photography by Vincent Knakal


Clockwise from top: Diamond heart pendant of 1.97 carats of pink diamonds and .13 carats of white diamonds set in 18-karat gold from Fleur De Lis in Fairbanks Ranch, multi-diamond heart pendant from Chopard in South Coast Plaza, floating style heart-shape pave diamond pendant of .5 carats of diamonds with small heart inside the large heart on a 14-karat white gold chain by Vicotero at Highlands Jewelers in Carmel Valley, .58 carats of small round diamonds and 1.62 carats of sapphires in a heart shape pendant on a 14-karat white gold chain by Vicotero at Highlands Jewelers in Carmel Valley, pink diamond and patented floating diamonds pendant from Chopard in South Coast Plaza, and 5-carat diamond heart pendant from Black, Starr & Frost at South Coast Plaza


Clockwise from top: 4.16-carat oval-shape peridot in .8 carats of diamonds both around and on the sides of the shank set in 14-karat white gold by Vicotero at Highlands Jewelers in Carmel Valley, 18-karat white gold ring with .66 carats of diamonds from Charriol in La Jolla, .25-carat oval-shape amethyst with diamond chips on prongs set in a 14-karat white gold split shank by Vicotero at Highlands Jewelers in Carmel Valley, and a 2.93-carat diamond ring from Fleur De Lis in Fairbanks Ranch


Citrine ring and Oscar Heyman imperial topaz ring — both from Fleur De Lis in Fairbanks Ranch
Eye Candy
A box of chocolates can be sinfully sweet, but lacey lingerie is playful without the calorie concerns. This Valentine’s Day, trump candy by throwing your sweetie a curve.
— Jane Shiomi, photography by Vincent Knakal

Jonquil by Diane Samondi pink nightgown with coordinating lace robe from Jolie Femme in Del Mar Plaza and fuschia La Perla bra and panty set with floral detail and matching satin robe from South Coast Plaza
La Perla nude color bra and panty set with red embroidery detail and matching satin robe from South Coast Plaza, Le Caprice de Marie red silk bustier with garter straps and matching thong panty from Jolie Femme in Del Mar Plaza

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Rancho Santa Fe Library Guild Fashion Show
On March 21, the Rancho Santa Fe Library Guild will revive its fashion show with an elegant brunch at the Garden Club, followed by a show featuring the fashions of Los Angeles-based designer Lourdes Chavez. As a student at The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising, Chavez was a finalist for the Bob Mackie Outstanding Achievement Award Scholarship. She was one of only three Americans accepted to participate in Recontre Suisse De Jeune Talent awards in Switzerland, and was acknowledged for outstanding achievements by the Fashion World Expo in 1985. Chavez began designing for the stars by winning the Nolan Miller/Dynasty Contest, creating an outfit worn by Linda Evans on the hit TV series. Not a trend follower, Chavez believes that a woman should know herself and her style and choose the clothing that most suits her, rather than simply following what fashion dictates. Tickets are $50 per person; sponsorship opportunities available. (858/756-2754) — Jane Shiomi

 


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