Why Jewelry Is the Most Important Part of Chriselle Lim’s Look

What does jet-set fashion influencer Chriselle Lim always bring back from her international trips? Jewelry: It’s something she can pass on to her daughter, and it serves as a keepsake to remind her of her journey.

Now, Gemfields, a supplier of ethically-sourced colored gemstones, has partnered with New York Fashion Week and IMG Models’ “In Conversation” series to present an interview with Lim in which she talks candidly about her style inspirations. Those include her glamorous grandmother, who wore jewelry as if she was off to a society wedding — even if she was just popping in to the store for toilet paper. Lim also talks about the importance of passing on heirlooms and memories from one generation to another. With fashion week heating up (literally — in New York it’s 90 degrees and rising!), sometimes jewelry is the only way to stand out when all you want to do is wear nothing!

Catch the whole conversation with Chriselle Lim on M2M.tv for the full, unedited version.

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