Elizabeth's Jewels

It’s no secret that Ms. Taylor had an impeccable eye for beautiful jewelry. Among her carefully curated collection rested a 64.9 carat diamond gifted to her by her lover Richard Burton. She was full of opulence and glamour, and so exhibiting pieces from her Bulgari collection at this years Cannes Film Festival, was perfectly fitting for the woman who once walked the classic red carpet herself, don't you think? In honor of the 50th anniversary of the 1963 film Cleopatra, the movie was recently digitally re-mastered and first screened at none other then the legendary French Riviera event this week. I can’t think of a better place to capture the iconic style, glamour and silver screen history that surrounds the couple who once made headlines.

 

Lucky the lady who gets to wear her legacy. Jessica Chastain was a vision, in an elegant all white gown by Versace Collection. I'm telling you....there really couldn’t have been a more beautiful backdrop of a dress, that showcased the Bulgari Sapphire necklace Richard gave to Elizabeth on her 40th birthday. 

photos via: huffpost | instyle.com 

xo~Syd

Cannes 2013

Out of all of the events that magnificent gowns show up to, the Cannes Film Festival is one event that I look forward to viewing every year. Maybe it’s just the vision of the beautiful atmosphere that surrounds the French Riviera in my mind, the selection of style iconic people who have come and gone, or maybe it just gives off that irresistible feeling from another more elegant and glamorous time. The vibe of gowns and overall style aesthetic seem to always gravitate towards that classic polished silver screen nostalgia, and that never gets old. 

 There were so many beautiful frocks in the air that night, but the one that I can't keep my eye off of (so far) was Cara Delevingne's. A stunning bias cut, lace Burberry number with a plunging neckline. It was a sure fit for a more glamorous place in time, especially captured in a beautiful black + white image. I'm sure as the days progress I will have my head wrapped around another dress, or two, or three....

photo via: who, what, wear

Who's gown had you at the edge of your seat?

xo~Syd