"Cartier ... a new orchid-themed collection. Carisse d'orchidees par Cartier builds on the jeweler's history of using floral designs... Its first jeweled orchid was a brooch in the late 1800s. ... favorite company legends is the story of a 1940s fashion icon who replied "Cartier" when asked the name of her favorite florist.
"Cartier chose the orchid flower because, like the Cartier woman, it is strong and sensual with dynamic personality," ... The orchid also offers "endless design possibilities." The initial 60 pieces features mostly white (diamond) flowers, with splashes of ruby droplets, cascades of emeralds and star sapphires." source and full news item : http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/05296/592213.stm ************** Best regards, Viateur _______________________________________________ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) orchids@orchidguide.com http://orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids_orchidguide.com
