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You’ve been to fashion week where the clothing is the star of the show. But if you’re really lucky, you’ll be invited to a Dior High Jewelry show, where it’s all about the bling. Inspired by the rich designs of Dior, this is jewelry that goes to the next level. And you know…the holidays are right around the corner. The Essence of Couture Dior Print, Victoire de Castellane’s most recent collection, aims to push the boundaries of the legendary fashion house. The artistic director has translated the language of high fashion into three-dimensional jewelry pieces. The line consists of 137 pieces, making it the largest high-jewelry collection to date. Made up of nearly 54 carats of diamonds, multicolored sapphires, emeralds, and rubies, each piece is even more delicious than the last.  From the first look, it’s clear that romantic, playful designs are at the heart of De Castellane’s work. These are not your typical necklaces, rings, and earrings. Blue sapphires spill over an arrangement of smaller diamonds. Floral printed ribbons surround striped stones. Swooping shapes create fascinating texture and structure. It’s jewelry that moves with you, inspired by a myriad of past Dior designs. And while couture houses have always…