LUXURY NOW / A REVOLUTION IN ROCKS

Meet François Curiel, chairman of Christie's Europe, and world specialist in jewelry and precious stones.

Harry Winston, the king of dazzle for Oscar night, is inviting women to roll up the red carpet and sparkle around the clock with its fabulous jewels.

As sales in fine jewelry climb exponentially, Paris' Place Vendôme is sizzling like never before. Find out what's driving the current delirium for fine jewels.

Dior's jewelry diva, Victoire de Castellane, continues to add playful humor to Paris' luxury runway.

Coco Chanel paved the way for the brand's arrival on the Place Vendôme by cultivating her first fine jewelry collection in 1932.

Women achievers are slipping on dazzling right-hand rings in a show of independence.

Trained in engineering and an expert surfer, the tide is climbing high for master jeweler Lorenz Bäumer.

Satisfy your 'haute' e-shopping cravings with our glittery guide to the most luxurious watches online.