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Profile of the Moment

The heavy glass doors of the Ivanka Trump Collection swing open, and

I find myself stepping into what can only be described as a luxurious

boudoir.

The jewelry is encased in the mirrored walls, much like glistening

artwork upon first glance.

Opulent little dressing chairs are arranged around tables, and delicate

chandeliers illuminate the space. Chocolates and champagne add to

the grandeur, as town cars and cabs speed by outside. The Ivanka

Trump boutique is very much an experience.

Working as Vice President of Development and Acquisitions at the

Trump Organization, Ivanka Trump understands luxury. She frequents

construction sites, evaluates deals, and is an integral part of bringing

the Trump Collection Brand to the global market. The Ivanka Trump

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boutique is Ivanka's first endeavor apart from her family.

There is a very luxurious Old Hollywood style to the collection as a whole, but the pieces are absolutely modern, sharp and

chic. Reflections of a well-traveled woman are seen in the Pagoda style, with Asian inspired lines mixed with diamonds and

pearls. The Black and White Collection transcends trends with its simplicity of beads and streamlined silhouettes. The most

recent collection is the deco-inspired Rose Gold, which is made of bold and brilliant Rock Crystal.

The diamonds in the collection may gain the most awe, wtih some pieces costing in the hundreds of thousands. But it is the

rock crystal of the Rose Gold Collection that may be the most unique and more representative of Ivanka herself. In ancient

times, goddesses were said to have been drawn to rock crystals for the stones ability to bring out leadership, fearlessness,

and enhancement of their inner strength.

UPSCALE LIVING MAGAZINE: Who are your favorite designers?

IVANKA TRUMP: Brian Reyes, J. Mendel and Rachel Roy

UPSCALE LIVING MAGAZINE: Do you have favorite places to travel to?

IVANKA TRUMP: I have a few favorites as I travel a lot, but my trip to Asia was a huge inspiration for the pagoda collection!

UPSCALE LIVING MAGAZINE: Where do you find inspiration from:

IVANKA TRUMP: I am inspired by architecture from all over the world, and I have a passion for anything from the deco era

UPSCALE LIVING MAGAZINE: Could you tell us the best quote to live by or best advise given?

IVANKA TRUMP: "The harder I work, the luckier I get" - golfer, Gary Player.