Current Lust: Wood and Diamond Rings
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At the risk of sounding extremely scandalous and crass, I’m obsessed with wood. Whether it’s the distressed hardwood floors I’ve always dreamed of or a driftwood bench I once saw Genevieve Jones lounging on between the covers of US Vogue, I’ve had a constant fondness for the medium. Now, my obsession includes these oddly cool wood, gold and diamond rings by Kara Ross.
I first saw the top ring in the April 2010 issue of Marie Claire— it’s the one with Heidi Klum on the cover wearing Anthony’s winning dress from Project Runway Season 7, Episode 5. As soon as I saw the ring I was smitten, and the more than $1,000 price tag made no difference. After a night of dreaming, I quickly went in search of more Kara Ross wood-creations, and found a treasure trove of statement rings. There is something quite charming about their ode to nature underscored by a glamorous sensibility. If Pocahontas and Cinderella created rings, these ones by Kara Ross would be them. The shapes and primary material are very organic for the wood nymph in us, while the 18K gold and pave diamonds still evoke a fairy princess, anything-can-happen feeling. What did I tell you about springtime and a hippie sentiment? |
