San Diego Grand Opening of Allison Neumann's Flagship Jewelry Boutique

Allison Neumann, Retail Jeweler, Fine Jewelry Designer, 

and President & CEO of Allison Neumann, 

is pleased to announce 

the opening of her flagship boutique 

at:  861 6th Avenue, Suite 614, San Diego, CA 92101. 

The company held a grand opening event on Saturday,  November 8, 2014, which welcomed over 120 jewelry-lovers and industry insiders from the San Diego area and beyond, to preview and purchase the latest designs including her “River Rock” collection, featuring rough sapphires. 

Located in San Diego’s historic and vibrant Gaslamp District, the 400-square-foot showroom and boutique presented Allison Neumann’s newest collection, “River Rock”, as well as her classic collections, including gold and sterling silver, diamond and gemstone designs for both women and men, as well as limited edition fine jewelry, special one-of-a-kind designs, engagement rings, and wedding bands. The boutique also showcased other estate and contemporary jewelry lines, accessories and gifts. 

Allison Neumann hosted small bites and desserts from restaurant, The French Gourmet, and champagne by Bon Affair for those who came to support the launch of the new flagship boutique. In the midst of perusing the lovely boutique and all of its exquisite pieces, attendees had the perfect opportunity to pose for the camera in front of the red carpet’s step and repeat. 

The boutique’s interior décor, designed by renowned San Diego commercial and residential interior designer, Donna Taylor, was largely influenced by Neumann’s own organic fine jewelry designs. Wood grain flooring and “barn door” style cabinets are mixed with modern elements, such as raw steel counters and high gloss white jewelry cases. “The juxtaposition between rustic and refined resonates with my design aesthetic, and creates for a very warm, elegant environment,” states Neumann.   Adding to its elegance, Neumann has a crystal
chandelier alongside six-foot beveled mirrors, illuminating the boutique’s design and sophistication.

“The grand opening event was a great success. I’m so grateful to have been received so well by each guest that attended. With such amazing accolades on the new boutique as well as the jewelry, I’m excited to meet the achievements Allison Neumann will encounter in the future,” states Neumann. “This is an enormous step in our journey – Can’t wait to encounter the paths we cross next.” 

Allison Neumann’s Grand Opening was presented with generous support from UBER, San Diego-based beverage company, Bon Affair and Rifle Paper Co. 

VIP gift bags included:

•  a 187ml Bon Affair Sauvignon Blanc spritzer 
•  an UBER Black Card good for $20 off for first time users
•  a one-of-a-kind Allison Neumann logo jewelry polishing cloth                                        and leather logo bracelet 
•  a CC’s Pet Services, Inc. ($125 value) coupon for pet services
•  ...and lastly, a Jeweler’s Mutual “Pearls of Wisdom” flyer (tips for jewelry care).

About Allison NeumannFine Jewelry Designer and President & CEO, Allison Neumann, launched her eponymous first fine jewelry collection, Allison Neumann, in 2010 and quickly gained exposure due to its unique designs incorporating rough sapphires. Born in New York and currently residing in San Diego, Allison Neumann, is a Gemological Institute of America (GIA) Graduate Gemologist and Graduate Jeweler, a member of the American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) and 24 Karat Club of Southern California. She currently serves on the International board of the Women’s Jewelry Association (WJA) as well as the San Diego Chapter, and was nationally recognized by the organization as a WJA Shining Star Winner in 2012. The company operates its flagship boutique in the United States and engages in direct selling via authorized retailers and online. For additional information, please visit: http://www.allisonneumann.com.

#GuestPost #Watches - Eponymous Stephen Silver Watch Boutique Finds a Home in Menlo Park

I am honored beyond words to be able to feature the work of a woman I consider a mentor who has an international reputation for her ability to put pen to paper and produce some of the most beautifully structured prose.  Diana Jarrett is one of the most sought after freelance writers in the Luxury Industries, you may know her trademark feature column,  "The Story Behind The Stone" for the Midwest & Southern Jewelry News. A Gem Expert, Diana is a Graduate Gemologist and Registered Master Valuer.

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Distinguished Jeweler Resonates with Riche

Stephen Silver Watch Boutique Shows How It's Done in Menlo Park

Stephen Silver likes jewels, but not just any kind. The ones attracting this celebrated jeweler are storied miniature works of art. They represent the foundation of his Silicon Valley based company. His business enjoys dynamic customer loyalty in response to his nurturing of clients who often become lifelong friends, and for his joyful philanthropic efforts.

Rare McLaren super cars dazzled Stephen Silver Watch Boutique
celebrants at the Rosewood at Sand Hill hotel,  Menlo Park, CA

Now Silver has taken a bold step with the opening of his eponymously named Stephen Silver Watch Boutique at the uber chic Rosewood Sand Hill Hotel in Menlo Park, CA. The ribbon cutting ceremony and by-invitation press event occurred on October 17, 2014. 

Guests get a close up preview of an extraordinary Victorian diamond tiara

Inside the sleek boutique, signed pieces fit for royalty glitter from within elegantly modern cases alongside supersized diamonds and Edwardian tiaras. 

Guests enjoyed discovering watches like those of Parmigiani

Across the aisle reside nine rare timepiece brands appearing like the Who's Who of horological triumphs. Rare limited editions from Richard Mille, Audemars Piguet, Ulysse Nardin, Laurent Ferrier, HYT, Arnold & Son, Ressence, Parmigiani, and DEVON comprise the stellar line up. Each of the carefully selected collections boasts heart-stopping technological feats. And that was the plan from the get-go. 

The rare 22 ct La Splendeur Doree diamond was on hand too

Menlo Park is arguably one of the most affluent regions in the US, perhaps the entire world. Sand Hill Road is where the scions of technology and venture capitalists hobnob in relative undisturbed privacy. This group's short list for what moves them in regards to luxury goods is quite different than you'd think. For example, they may want their timepiece to be as discreet as they are. They are also moved by innovation, not glitz. 

“Our collectors expect to find cutting-edge technology in a timepiece. Each of the brands offered excite the imagination of our clients in that respect,” notes Andrew Block, president of Stephen Silver Fine Jewelry. “These timepieces resonate with the Menlo Park demographic who have extraordinary wealth but don’t walk around flaunting it,” he finds.

Stephen Silver company president Andrew Block
and Stephen Silver share a light moment

“These are not brands one finds elsewhere,” Block points out. Mainstream watches can be found in malls all over the country, he adds. “Our timepieces are not for everyone, and that’s fine. The exclusive watches at our boutique speak to a discerning clientele,” Block explains. “We have a different level of watch fans that are true aficionados and know each watch in there.”

 Innovative hydro-mechanical small edition HYT watch

Silver may be raising the bar on a new business model for the luxury goods sector. With the Stephen Silver Watch Boutique at least, he seems to have hit the trifecta; melding expertise with top tier brands to a demographic who expect to be wowed by real innovation. 

Leading industry expert Bill Boyajian who attended the celebratory event thinks so. “Steve has executed on a concept with his niche boutique that has a great prospect of being a game-changer in the industry; offering a new model to the rich and famous.”