The kickoff to this year’s awards season, the 76th Annual Golden Globes, brought us great fashion...but even greater jewelry. Colored gems, diamonds and more truly stole everyone’s focus on the red carpet as well as on stage. As spectacular as the gowns and tuxes were, luxurious statement pieces, encrusted bangles, unique necklaces and more...truly stole the show.

Undoubtedly ruling the red carpet was “A Star is Born” nominee, Lady Gaga. The custom-made Tiffany Aurora necklace was a perfecting accent to her periwinkle Valentino gown. This stunning, jeweled masterpiece was comprised of greater than 300 brilliant diamonds that had been sustainable sourced. Additionally, the Aurora featured a central 20 carat, pear shaped diamond.

Diamonds were definitively the “go-to” stone for the evening, which was more than evident when gazing upon “Black Panter’s” Lupita Nyongo in Bulgari and “Homecoming” star, Julia Roberts in Chopard. Colored gems also had their moment in the spotlight due to stars that include: Jodie Comer, Catherine Zeta Jones and Saiorse Ronan. The most notable of the splendid gems to make an appearance was the scene stealing ring of Michelle Yeoh. If the ring looked familiar, that is because it made its big screen debut in the blockbuster film, “Crazy Rich Asians”.

Long and luxurious earrings were, as always, a red-carpet staple, but necklaces made a formidable and unique stance as well. “The Favorite” actress and nominee, Rachel Weisz, channeled her silver screen character via a classic, Maison choker than effortlessly combined diamonds, onyx and coral. “Mom” co-star and Oscar winner, Allison Janney, shined brightly in a yellow gold medallion featuring turquoise, ruby and emerald. The David Webb piece was a bold choice that Janney wore with grace and ease.

Co-host of the awards ceremony, Sandra Oh, and “Crazy Rich Asians” actress, Gemma Chan were both classically stunning in sea shell inspired Forevermark diamond earrings. “Empire” star, Taraji P. Henson stunned in a diamond clad Roberto Coin necklace. Hollywood staple, Judith Light, proved that she is her own fashion icon by choosing to accent her gown with a set of elongated Sidney Garber pearls.

All in all, this start to the awards season was one of jeweled decadence meshed with unique design. We were allowed a wondrous opportunity to revel in more than customs gowns, shoes and hair styles. Jewelers the opportunity to have the spotlight while providing a refreshing glow to the stars being honored for the evening. Now we wait on pins and needles for our next fashion fix as the season kicksinto full gear.