#JWLV - DANHOV Breaks The Color Barrier... #LUXURY2013

A brilliant designer of all things Wedding and King of micro pave, Danhov has incorporated color into some of it's well known lines!   Visit LUXURY Booth 1321

They have introduced a Birthstone line and added Colored Gems to favorites like their Abbraccio and Classico lines.  When that Danhov Engagement Ring customer comes in looking for a gift for his new wife, she can have her birthstone in an Abbraccio setting that will compliment her Engagement Ring.

Onyx in Classico

Ruby in Abbracio 

The lovely Catherine was nice enough to show me around the line...

One of my favorites was also the JCK Jewelers Choice Award winning Abbraccio in Rose Gold with matching contoured band (bottom left)...and isn't it impressive with a Pink center stone?   Something as simple as the Classico takes on a whole new look with a pink diamond!

...and the piece de resistance - this amazing yellow sapphire took my breath away and as I exclaimed "Gorgeous!"  who should appear but 

the man behind the Brand, Jack Hovsepian saying "Thank You!"

#JWLV - Five Fiery Previews - Engagement Rings at Prestige Promenade at JCK

Prestige Promenade is an impressive collection of 61 of the world's leading designers, nestled inside the Shorelines Pavilion at the JCK Show...these are just a few of the engagement ring offerings!

For a complete lookbook click here - Prestige Promenade Lookbook

PLATINUM PARTNER JEFF COOPER NAMES MATT BROERMAN AS SALES DIRECTOR

PLATINUM PARTNER JEFF COOPER NAMES MATT BROERMAN 

AS NORTHEAST REGIONAL SALES DIRECTOR

NEW YORK, January 11, 2013 – Leading Platinum bridal design house Jeff Cooper Designs (www.jeffcooperdesigns.com) has named industry veteran Matt Broerman as the company’s Northeast Regional Sales Director.

Company President David Cooper stated, “With over twenty-five years of industry experience, we believe that Matt will not only grow the business of existing Jeff Cooper customers, but will also successfully form new relationships throughout the Northeast region.” Cooper added, “We are thrilled to have him on the team and excited to see what 2013 will bring with his presence.”

Broerman, who has represented brands such as Christian Bauer and Raymond Weil in his extensive career, said, “I could not be happier, and look forward to working with everyone involved with the Jeff Cooper brand.”

About Jeff Cooper Designs

In 1976, after honing his craft working with his hands at a jeweler's bench in Manhattan's Bowery District, Jeff Cooper founded Jeff Cooper Designs. In 2000, Jeff's eldest son, David Cooper, joined the company full time, bringing with him a wealth of gemological experience and creativity. By creating each ring by hand and under one roof here in the United States, Jeff and David have total control over quality and precision, and are able to create anything a client desires. Jeff and David draw their inspiration from their daily lives and love of family, as well as the excitement they understand can be achieved with the right ring for the right person. For more information or to open an account, please email info@jeffcooperdesigns.com. 

#WordlessWednesday - Spotlight On The Metal Edge of Etienne Perret

#WordlessWednesday is reserved for the few elite DesignLines that have that distinct look - when you see a piece you know immediately who designed it.  When Jewelry is this beautiful - words get in the way! 




Spotlight on Etienne Perret...
With over 40 years experience, Etienne Perret is one of the world’s premier designers of color diamond jewelry. He is best known for his colored diamond bridal designs in 18kt gold, platinum and now ultra-durable & stylish Ceramique gem ceramic.

http://etienneperret.com/

Platinum...Affordable?

I just checked the Precious Metals prices at Kitco today...and was blown away!!!

With Gold hovering around the $1400 per oz price and Platinum at $1650 per oz, why wouldn't you opt for Platinum? it is downright affordable!!!

This is the time of year when couples everywhere are "sealing the deal" - marriage proposals are a popular Holiday gift and Engagement Rings are a top selling item.

Would you ever have thought that you would hear the words Platinum and Affordable in the same sentence? No? ...me either! But right now Platinum is the ideal choice...why? for the same reason that diamond is a preferred stone...you want your ring, like your love, to be "FOREVER".

Have you ever wondered why all the great Estate and Antique Jewelry in Platinum is in such great shape and the details are still crisp? Just look at the fine milgraining, engraved shoulder and band detail on the Edwardian Engagement Ring and Art Deco Diamond Ring from the Fay Cullen website!

Platinum doesn't erode - when you look at your 18k Wedding Band is the braided detail rubbing down in areas? Due to the density, Platinum doesn't change shape or wear away so it is often used for prongs or the setting/head on gold rings.

Platinum is pure so you won't have allergy issues with Platinum and the natural white metal won't cast color onto a diamond or yellow with age.

Platinum is:

• Pure
• Natural
• Durable
• Never Fades

...think about it, isn't that everything you want your love to be for someone you care deeply about?

Whether you go with an Estate piece or you start a family tradition with a Modern ring (like this stunning Danhov ring from Samuel Gordon's)...if it is Platinum, it (like your love) will endure.

...and just in time for your Holiday Proposal, Platinum Guild International just launched a new budget calculator: www.preciousplatinum.com/calculator.

Send your partner to the site, where they can enter their annual salary, and browse platinum engagement ring styles that FIT within their budget.

Celebrities including Megan Fox, Carrie Underwood, Emily Blunt, and Nicole Richie wear platinum engagement rings.

Special Thanks to Nikki over at PRLab for the great PGI info - Fay Cullen for the Estate Rings and Dan Gordon at Samuel Gordon for the Danhov Band Ring!

Etienne Perret Does It Again!

From humble beginnings in his small shop in Camden, Maine, Etienne Perret rocketed to the top of his field with his innovative use of colored diamonds. His designs were soon available is stores across the country.

With two "Diamonds of Distinction" awards and acknowledgement from Diamonds International and the Platinum Guild, most would be satisfied to sit back and soak in all the acclaim - but not Etienne Perret.

While colored diamonds are still VERY much a trademark of the Etienne Perret brand his latest work with a new medium has garnered him a new fan base for his innovative designs.

Gem Ceramic is a versatile new zirconia ceramic material that is as hard as sapphire and nearly impossible to crack or scratch!

His pearl designs have everyone talking with designs that range from the playful and fashion forward look of a Mauve Pearl sitting atop a Gem Ceramic band to the drop dead gorgeous Golden South Pearl nestled in a concave Gem Ceramic band!

...and...fans of Red Carpet events may have noticed that the lovely Toni Collette, star of the United States of Tara, wore one of Etienne's new bangle designs for the 2010 Emmys!!!

Her bracelet was a new version of the classic black bangle with two rows of diamonds - Collette's version featured two rows of stunning natural color yellow diamonds! Reaction to this style (even a mention from the well known celebrity stylist Michael O'Connor ) was so good that Perret decided to enter the look in the prestigious industry design contest the AGTA Spectrum Awards.

The creativity continues with Etienne's latest design...the Gem Ceramic High Halo Band! The stunning simplicity of a black gem ceramic band that features a single fancy colored orange diamond in a golden halo that seems to hover above the band...magical!

As most of my blog fans know I love to end most stories with my favorite looks from the collection I am featuring - and here you have them!

An amazing bracelet and ring suite in classic black studded with yummy multi-colored diamonds clad in gold

...and a fabulous white wedding-style band bordered in ribs of yellow gold shows off the real versatility of this material that can be made to match or contrast any color story!

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