Diamonds are forever - Bulgari exhibition at the Grand Palais, Paris

- 125 years of exceptional Italian jewelry -

Andy Warhol used to say that he enjoyed visiting the Bulgari store, it was 'the most important museum of contemporary art'.

And art it is... From the first original jewels made by Sotirio Bulgari, to the typical colorfull styles from the '50s and '60s - the years of the Cinecitta, the eclectic creative pieces from the 70's, the iconical jewels from the Bulgari heritage...every piece displayed at the exhibition is a true piece of art.

The most exciting thing about the expo isn't only the diamonds, it was the way colors, forms and creativity are re-united in every piece of jewelry.

One of the galaries was dedicated to Elisabeth Taylor's personal Bulgari collection. She might not have had the best taste in men, but she sure does know her jewelery. During the filming of Cleopatra in Italy, Elisabeth used to spend afternoons in the Bulgari store, talking to Gianni Bulgari about all sorts of things, but especially about her love for diamonds.

The exhibition only lasts until the 12th of January, but it sure is worth the trip.