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Only Natural Diamonds Releases Winter Digital Cover With Marvel Actress Kathryn Newton

“The story is a celebration of her inspiration that mirrors our belief that diamonds, whether big or small, are fun and meant to be worn and enjoyed.”

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January 30, 2023

Press Releases

Only Natural Diamonds Releases Winter Digital Cover With Marvel Actress Kathryn Newton

Left image: Vhernier (left pinky ring and earrings) and Hyde Park Jewelers (right pinky ring and bracelets); gloves by Paula Rowan Right image: David Webb (left and right ring), Pomellato (left pointer ring), and Messika (choker); Matching set and shoes by Versace

(PRESS RELEASE)NEW YORK — Only Natural Diamonds (OND), the premiere digital destination for consumers to dive into the universe of natural diamonds powered by Natural Diamond Council, releases its latest digital cover starring American actress, Kathryn Newton.

Known for her roles in projects such as Big Little Lies and Ladybird, Ms. Newton will star in the upcoming Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania as Cassie Lang, opposite Paul Rudd and Evangeline Lily on February 17th. She shines in a colorful editorial reminiscent of the vibrant energy of 90s supermodels laced with Y2K edge and dripping with natural diamonds, of course. Ms. Newton led the story concept and channeled her upbringing in Y2K-era Miami, where bright colors paired with diamonds reigned supreme. Drawing inspiration from Claudia Schiffer and Elizabeth Taylor, she proves that “diamonds go with everything.”

“We are beyond excited to share this cover with Kathryn Newton and celebrate her Marvel debut in Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania,” says Editor in Chief of Only Natural Diamonds, Sam Broekema. “The mood on set was utter joy; Kathryn is an absolute gem to shoot. From the moment she mentioned her love of the nineties supermodels, we knew it needed to be bright with statement natural diamonds. The colors and sparkling jewels helped her embody a strong and genuine confidence. The story is a celebration of her inspiration that mirrors our belief that diamonds, whether big or small, are fun and meant to be worn and enjoyed.”

Shot at Milk Studios in Los Angeles by Emman Montalvan, the cover is accompanied by an interview by Christine Whitney as well as a comprehensive editorial spread styled by Molly Dickson, with hair and makeup provided by Renato Campora and Gina Brooke respectively.
Additional jewelry brands incorporated include Bulgari, Cartier, Casey Perez Jewelry (an alumna in NDC’s Emerging Designers Diamond Initiative), Chanel, David Webb, Heart The Stones (an alumna in NDC’s Emerging Designers Diamond Initative), Hyde Park Jewelers (an Official Partner of the NDC), Lorraine West, Messika, Ondyn, Pomellato, Seaman Schepps, and Vhernier.

Readers can visit here to read the full interview.

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