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- From hair pins and large hoop earrings to bangles and candy-colored toe rings, the world's hottest television stars sparkled in millions of dollars worth of pure Platinum bling at the 58th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards. Michael O'Connor, Senior Vice President of Platinum Guild International USA (PGI-USA) notes that "similar to top fashion magazine and runway trends this fall, celebrities are choosing either very colorful and whimsical pieces of jewelry or classic white diamonds all set in Platinum on the red carpet to showcase their glamorous side." O'Connor adds that "A-listers choose Platinum jewelry because it holds their gemstones more securely than any other metal and makes their diamonds sparkle from afar."
Celebrities including Jane Kaczmarek (Malcolm in the Middle), Debra Messing (Will & Grace), Judy Reyes (Scrubs), Angela Kinsey (The Office), Phyllis Smith (The Office), Daphne Zuniga (Beautiful People), Michael Moloney (Extreme Makeover: Home Edition), and Kate Linder (The Young & The Restless) attended PGI-USA's Emmy Awards Red Carpet Jewelry Preview at the Luxe Hotel on Rodeo Drive where they indulged in a complete Platinum experience that included...
. Over $14 million dollars worth of Platinum jewelry to wear on the red carpet.
. Over $1,400 worth of goodies from companies including Bliss Spa, Ogo, Stella Page, Pure Mist, T3 Tourmaline, Artichokes & Co., Westside Medical Spa, Paul Mitchell Hair Care, The Container Store, HoMedics, ALDO, Dr. Joseph Goodman (celebrity dentist), and Chris Ojakian (tennis professional).
. Limited-edition Platinum Guild-engraved iPod Nanos. Valued at $150, celebrities autographed Nanos that will be available through the Clothes Off Our Back award shows web site auction to support Children's charities.
. Spa services (including Oxygen facials and manicures) provided by Bliss Spa.
. Premium water by AquaBar.
. Gourmet gelato and sorbet provided by Ciao Bella.
In addition to Red Carpet jewels, celebrities also left with new Platinum trinkets perfect for everyday wear. Jane Kaczmarek left wearing her new Platinum and diamond pendant by OGI (valued at $3,000), Debra Messing was in awe of her Platinum and pink sapphire studs by Dreamz Design (valued at $4,500), Judy Reyes and Daphne Zuniga sparkled in their new Platinum toe rings by Superfit (valued at $2,800) and Phyllis Smith and Angela Kinsey were excited over their new pairs of super-chic Platinum hoop earrings.
Following is a list of Platinum baubles that celebrities wore on the red carpet tonight (retail prices are provided when available):
. Jaime Pressley: Platinum cocktail ring by Fred Leighton.
. Ellen Pompeo: Platinum and diamond drop necklaces, studs, and a flower cocktail ring by Neil Lane (total $500,000).
. Jamie-Lynn Sigler: Platinum, kunzite and diamond drop earrings (priced at $40,000) and a Platinum and diamond cocktail ring (priced at $450,000) by Stephen Russell.
. Geena Davis: Platinum and 16-carat diamond cocktail ring, Platinum and diamond "Scroll" necklace, and a Platinum and diamond "Aire Traveler" watch by Chris Aire (total price $3 million!).
. Allison Janney: Multiple Platinum and diamond chains, a Platinum and diamond ring, bracelet and stud earrings by Neil Lane.
. Lisa Kudrow: Platinum bracelet by Chopard.
. Kim Raver: Platinum cocktail ring, earrings, and bracelet by Lorraine Schwartz.
. Jennifer Love Hewitt: Platinum jewelry by Harry Winston.
. Steve Carell: Platinum cufflinks by Durnell.
. Michael Imperioli: Platinum and diamond cufflinks (priced at $55,000) and a Platinum and diamond watch by Jacob & Co.
. Chandra Wilson: Platinum necklace by Harry Winston, and a matching Platinum and diamond "Queen Anne" bracelet and earrings by Kwiat.
. Lisa Rinna: Platinum and 5-carat diamond earrings by Jacques Mouw or Platinum and diamond hoop earrings by Neil Lane.
. Samantha Harris: Platinum and 35-carat diamond necklace (priced at $216,000) by Ritani, and a Platinum and diamond ring (priced at $16,160) by Peter Storm.
. Mary Lynn Rajskub: Platinum and diamond earrings with white pearl drops (priced at $3,960), Platinum "Bar" bracelet (priced at $12,240), and a Platinum and diamond "Wish" ring (priced at $9,600) by Erica Courtney.
. Judy Reyes: Platinum and 12-carat earrings by Jacques Mouw, or Platinum and diamond chandelier earrings, multiple bracelets and a cocktail ring by Neil Lane.
. Tina Fey: Platinum, diamond and green tourmaline necklace, ring and earrings by Cathy Waterman.
. Daphne Zuniga: Platinum, diamond and aquamarine drop earrings - over 25 carats! - (priced at $38,000) by Ganjam, and a Platinum and diamond bracelet (priced at $147,084) by Sol Rafael.
. Daphne Zuniga (Pre-Emmy parties): Platinum and diamond earrings priced at ($88,440) by Erica Courtney, Platinum and diamond cocktail ring (priced at $4,750) by Kirk Kara, and a Platinum toe ring (priced at $2,800) by Superfit.
. Cloris Leachman: Platinum and diamond earrings (priced at $17,580) by Erica Courtney.
. Angela Kinsey: Platinum and 23-carat diamond necklace (priced at $108,500) by Peter Norman, Platinum bangle (priced at $28,800) by Erica Courtney, and Platinum and diamond studs by Neil Lane.
. Phyllis Smith: Platinum and 12-carat diamond earrings (priced at $74,000) by Hearts on Fire, and Platinum and 6-carat diamond bracelet by Jacques Mouw.
. Cara Buono: Platinum and 5-carat diamond earrings and bracelet by Hearts on Fire.
. Sofia Milos: Platinum and 16-carat heart necklace by Uneek for Rafinity.
. Irene Bedard: Platinum and 23-carat diamond "Opera" length necklace (priced at $115,000) and a Platinum and 5-carat diamond "Intoxicating" pendant (priced at $150,000) by Hearts on Fire, Platinum earrings with 154 diamonds by Jacques Mouw, and a Platinum and diamond cuff bracelet (priced at $104,442) by Sol Rafael.
. Rosemarie DeWitt: Platinum and diamond "Gypsy" earrings (priced at $5,710) and a Platinum and diamond cocktail ring (priced at $14,400) by Erica Courtney.
. Kimberly Caldwell: Platinum and 16-carat "X" necklace, and Platinum and diamond "Endless Love" earrings by Ritani (total price $99,700).
. Kate Linder: Platinum and diamond drop earrings (priced at $182,250), and a Platinum and diamond bracelet (priced at $330,750) by Damiani.
. Maria Menounos: Platinum and canary diamond studs by Martin Katz. (priced at $450,000), Platinum and 7-carat diamond earrings by Jacques Mouw, Platinum and 89-carat diamond bracelet by Sol Rafael, Platinum and diamond toe ring (priced at $5,395) by Superfit, and a Platinum and yellow diamond ring (priced at $79,250) by Tycoon.
. Joan Rivers (wearing on Fashion Wraps): Platinum and Tahitian pearl necklace (priced at $116,077) by Ernesto Moreira, and Platinum and pearl earrings (priced at ($27,500) by Mikimoto.
. Melissa Rivers (wearing on Fashion Wraps): Platinum and diamond earrings by Durnell ($22,000), Platinum and canary diamond ring (priced at $120,000) by Erica Courtney, and a Platinum and diamond necklace by Kirk Kara.
. Nancy O'Dell: Platinum and diamond pendant/chain with rubelite and tourmaline (priced at $22,120) by Gurhan, Platinum and diamond "Silhouette" bracelet (priced at $107,000), and Platinum and diamond "Endless Love" earrings (priced at $12,400) by Ritani.
. Mary Lynn Rajskub: Platinum and diamond earrings with white pearl drops, Platinum Bracelet and Platinum and diamond wish ring, all by Erica Courtney (prices available upon request).
. Rosemarie Dewitt: Platinum and diamond Gypsy earrings and Platinum and diamond ascher-cut diamond ring by Erica Courtney (prices available upon request).
. Andrew Bowen: Platinum and diamond Eiffel earrings with smokey quartz drops and Platinum and cognac diamond ring by Erica Courtney (prices available upon request).
. Contance Marie: Platinum and diamond Gypsy earrings and Platinum and diamond Half Bar bracelet by Erica Courtney (prices available upon request).
. Jann Carl: Platinum and diamond drop earrings (priced at $34,900) by Peter Norman.
. Lara Spencer: Platinum and diamond ball drop earrings by Neil Lane.
. Billy Bush: Platinum and diamond cufflinks by Nikos.
. Kristin Veitch: Platinum and 9-carat yellow/brown diamond earrings by Jacques Mouw.
. Madison Michelle: Platinum and diamond earrings and necklace by Whiteflash (total price $620,000).
. Jason Kennedy: Platinum "Pegasus" ring by Nikos, and a Platinum watch by A. Lange & Sohne (priced at $37,100).
. Debbie Matenopoulos: Platinum and 88-carat drop necklace with matching earrings and a cocktail ring by Chris Aire (total price $5 million!).
. Catt Sandler: Platinum and diamond drop earrings (priced at $75,000) by Chris Aire.
. Samantha Daniels: Platinum and diamond earrings (priced at $28,000) by Raymond C. Yard, a Platinum and diamond "Open Pillow" necklace (priced at $39,500) by Peter Norman, and a Platinum and diamond bracelet by Sol Rafael.
. Dana Sessen: Platinum and diamond necklace, cocktail ring, and dangling earrings by Damiani (total price $245,890).
Platinum is prized for its Pure, Rare and Eternal qualities:
Platinum's high level of purity (generally 90%-95% pure) endows it with both a natural white luster, allowing the true radiance of a diamond or gemstone to shine; and hypoallergenic qualities that prove ideal for sensitive skin. Only the purest platinum jewelry will bear a stamp reading
"PLATINUM", "PLAT", "Pt 950", or "Pt 900", signifying the jewelry is 90% to 95% pure platinum.
Platinum is 30 times more rare than gold.
Platinum will hold a diamond or gemstone securely, now and for always.
Platinum Guild International, the marketing arm for the worldwide Platinum jewelry industry, is dedicated to promoting Platinum and its, pure, rare and eternal qualities to the consumer and the jewelry trade. PGI has offices in each of the world's major jewelry markets, providing information, assistance and education on all aspects of Platinum jewelry.
For more information on Platinum, please visit .
CONTACT:
Antonia Caamaño
PLATINUM GUILD INTERNATIONAL USA
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