Joden Girl
Baubles, Bling and Quality Things
Balloons… whether filled with air or helium, these colorful floating orbs have been used for a myriad of purposes. Decoration, entertainment, medical procedures, meteorology and transportation are just a few things that balloons have assisted. In their simplest form (basic latex), balloons elicit smiles and a feeling of joy. An entire bag of them can be picked up for about $1 – making balloons a go-to party must for more than a century.
In 2009, Disney Pixar studios premiered a movie called “Up” that would capture the hearts of adults and children everywhere. A lonely and cynical widower and retired balloon salesman attaches thousands of balloons to his house in an effort to fulfill a promise made years before. Adventures ensue, and life lessons are learned. The image of all those balloons carrying Carl’s house into the sky has become an iconic symbol of the beauty of letting go.
Perhaps one of the most whimsical pieces in our estate department is this pair of balloon earrings. Created by Vhernier in 1984, these playful yet refined accessories would become one of the Italian designers best sellers. The realistic look was created with a framework of 18-karat white gold. The balloon itself features a sliver of citrine topped with a specially cut piece of rock crystal.
A narrow string decorated with twenty-six diamonds is tied at the base of the balloon; the wavy tail of the string is removable. The diamonds have a combined weight of approximately .15 carat – the perfect hint of sparkle. A rose gold version of these earrings is currently available on 1stDibs for $7,750.00. These unconventional beauties are available at Joden for just $1,475.00 – a true steal of a deal!
Balloons are a nostalgic reminder of childhood. No celebration is complete without balloons. Let the festivities begin – commemorate an occasion in your life with these estate Vhernier earrings. They’re simply too good to resist.
“You can go to a museum and look, or come to us and touch.”
Written by Carrie Martin
Photos by Dana Jerpe
