At the Couture show, designers told colorful stories with gemstones, enamel, and gemstone beads.
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![Pieces from all 13 individuals who make up “The Radiance by Couture,” a group of diverse designers who collectively debuted capsule collections made with De Beers’ Code of Origin diamonds at the Couture show this year. 20220714_The Radiance header.jpg](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/c64ddddd6c88870af8d2038484b0dc55.jpg)
Editor-in-Chief Michelle Graff tells the stories behind the pieces that comprised “The Radiance by Couture.”
![Fiszman Jewel’s bracelet featuring 96.35 carats of bi-color tourmaline and 6.55 carats of diamonds in 18-karat gold ($133,700) 20220705_Fiszman Jewel-header.jpg](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/d4f5690f9388ef22d40f9faebddc1950.jpg)
A collaboration between the mine and five Brazilian jewelry designers was on display at the 2022 Couture Show.
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With a simple swivel, this on-trend gemstone ring goes from east-west to north-south and back again.
![The new “Empress” collection from Sorellina was inspired by the brand’s latest tarot card pendant. 20220707_Sorellina-header.jpg](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/3d76d71ffaee7f49636ac2302cdea763.jpg)
The myriad motifs of the “L’Imperatrice” tarot informed the designs of rings, bracelets, earrings, and necklaces.
![Rings from Melissa Kaye’s new “Lenox” collection, debuted in Las Vegas at the Couture show 20220628_MelissaKaye1.jpg](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/f0aa1e9ca34c2d226fbb41c0d77f7521.jpg)
“Lenox” marks the designer’s foray into bespoke jewels and large colored gemstones.
![A diamond crocodile ring seen at Bella Antique’s booth at the Las Vegas Antique Jewelry & Watch Show. Associate Editor Lenore Fedow shares her thoughts as a first-time antique show attendee this year. 20220623-Antique header.jpg](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/464ec3be33aab6dced349bfedeaca078.jpg)
Associate Editor Lenore Fedow shares her impressions of the Las Vegas Antique Jewelry & Watch Show and a few of her favorite finds.
![This 14-karat white gold ring is from Kirk Kara’s new “Rayana” collection. Featuring a swirled design, milgrain edging, and 0.2 carats of diamonds, the ring is priced at $2,770 (not including center stone). Content 20220616_Rayana-header.jpg](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/bbbe49bcf0baf670ce549e88173cb2a9.jpg)
Its new collection with subtle swirl designs draws inspiration from the family’s Armenian roots.
![Designer Emily P. Wheeler won the 2022 Couture Design Award in the Colored Gemstones Above $20,000 category for her “Audrey” choker. The 18-karat yellow gold piece features 111.31 carats of aquamarine, 101.12 carats of crystal quartz, and 5.84 carats of diamonds (price available upon request). 20220614_Emily P Wheeler Couture Design Awards.jpg](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/f447509d07e28d766af0fab50db44a76.jpg)
Held Saturday night in Las Vegas, the annual event honors the best creations across 15 categories.
![For the JCK opening keynote, speaker Swan Sit opined on the metaverse. 20220611_Swan Sit.jpg](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/87ba701ff6f061c78ea3b728178bd426.jpg)
Speaker Swan Sit delved into several buzzworthy topics, like blockchain and NFTs.
![Alice Cicolini’s “Chanderi” ring stack from the “Sari” collection with 14-karat yellow granulated gold ring with pink tourmaline and 14-karat yellow gold jackets with lacquer enamel ($8,790 for the entire stack) 20220610_AliceCicolini-header.jpg](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/b3f0bcd13b162e6f56aa94f1860a091e.jpg)
“Sari” showcases the designer’s fine craftsmanship and design creativity.
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They resemble a certain celebrity couple’s viral engagement ring.
![Clockwise from top left: Earrings by Cadar, snake necklace by Zoe Chicco, bracelet by Emily P. Wheeler, earrings by Nadine Aysoy, and ring by Ascher Jewelry 202206XX_Couture-Preview-111header.jpg](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/1f033f1ed7d7b4de7d7e1ef06314ba93.jpg)
Meet new and returning brands showcasing their works in Las Vegas.
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The lab is going all digital, starting with the GIA Diamond Dossier in January 2023.
![The 2022 JCK Las Vegas show will be held at The Venetian Expo from June 10-13, with Luxury’s invitation-only days happening June 8 and 9, and Gems and JCK Talks opening June 9. 2022_JCK Show.jpg](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/a0c1f97c1a10a66bbfd925c78a014f0c.jpg)
From education sessions to after-hours events, here’s what attendees can expect at this year’s show.
It will take place at the company’s Booth 7059 from June 10-12.
![Seven of the 13 designers in “The Radiance by Couture” group, clockwise from top left: Angely Martinez, Lorraine West, Jules Kim, Khadijah Fulton, Lola Fenhirst, Kassandra Gordon, and Ashley Thorne. 20220603_Radiance group 1.jpg](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/f735d45b27dc5bec6e51c8bfd561a0df.jpg)
Premiering at the show, the project consists of capsule collections from 13 BIPOC designers using fully traceable diamonds from De Beers.
![Scroll through to see the three largest IGI Certified lab grown diamonds over 15 carats, available to see in-person at JCK Las Vegas 2022. greenlab 04 press.png](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/ffd8d703b4f910e871956b15a26818a7.png)
Sponsored by GreenLab Diamonds LLP
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Editor-in-Chief Michelle Graff is joined by three industry veterans to talk about the items they never leave behind and why.
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Sponsored by Italian Trade Agency
![A platinum and diamond necklace by Brent Neale. The designer created it as part of a Platinum Guild International USA collaboration with the Couture jewelry trade show. 20220524_PGI-1.jpg](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/29bc5141a0335475f8097dd36849e99e.jpg)
Several Couture brands have partnered with Platinum Guild International ahead of the jewelry trade show.
The Generating Community Impact fundraiser on June 11 will feature Karine Bah Tahé of Blue Level Training.
![Grandview Klein Diamond Group, once a part of Julius Klein Group, focuses on production and cutting as one way to set itself apart in the diamond world. 20220519-GKD-1.jpg](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/19e9be04307cda9257f46bf02e6e9faa.jpg)
Once a part of Julius Klein Group, the diamond company combines its direct supply and cutting expertise with a keen eye to the future.
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The stones come from a deposit close to Mahenge and have been on the market for several months.