#JWLV - Couture 2014 Sneak Preview

Yoko London

British-based design firm Yoko London has spent generations sourcing the most exquisite pearls and crafting breathtaking collections of fine jewelry. The above earrings feature pink round Freshwater pears and faceted amethysts set in 18 karat rose gold. Part of the colorful "Calypso" collection, which features gemstones in rich colors combined with rare and unique pink and white pearls, the opulent proportions of these earrings make them a dramatic statement and a sure-fire conversation starter.

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Laurent Gandini 

Laurent Gandini’s jewelry is characterized by typical Italian popular tradition themes that evolve in a modern and sophisticated way by the incorporation of decorative motives such as lace, flowers and embroidery. The collection comes together with a feeling that is soft and poetic and one with a focus on lightness and volume. The above pair of "Superorchid" earrings are crafted in rose gold, made by lost wax casting with engravings and processed by hand in the designer's Milanese atelier.

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Bijoux De Mer

Bijoux De Mer designer Renee Launiere is dedicated to helping women feel beautiful 365 days a year, not just on special occasions. The above 18 karat gold, ruby and 18 karat gold nugget earrings for the brand's "Couture Collection" are saturated with a beautiful berry hue. Each piece of Bijoux De Mer jewelry is designed exclusively by Renee Launiere and hand-crafted either by the designer herself or her team of in-house artisans. 

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Plevé

Plevé is fine jewelry crafted with a micro mosaic surface of precious gems, mostly diamonds. It is a craft so new and revolutionary it received a patent for its invisible setting technique. Inspired by the way diamonds organically fit when mixed sizes, shapes and colors are sculpted with an artist's hand, the above "Flame Raspberry" pendant contains reddish berry diamonds that fade into white and yellow diamonds, all set in 18 karat yellow gold.

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Vieri Haute Joaillerie

Rose, white and yellow gold combine with bi-colored tourmaline, Imperial topaz and white and brown diamonds in "The Lily Collection" byVieri. To the designers, mother and daughter team, Kate and Guya Merkle, the lily is an emblematic flower that has accompanied the family's company since the very outset. A symbol of purity, innocence, love and well-being, "The Lily Collection" blends tradition with modernity, giving it a timeless quality.

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THANK YOU -  I want to say a HUGE Thank You to Michelle Orman, Last Word Communications, for these insightful previews of what is NEW at Couture this year!

#TrunkShow - Meet the Designer - Nan Fusco At Neiman Marcus - Newport Beach - May 31st

Catch THE look of Summer - Nan Fusco IS Summer from her beachside workshop in sunny Laguna Beach to her Southern California roots....

This is the perfect Summer addition to any store - bring California Beach Days to your Midwest Store!

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N A N  F U S C O

LAGUNA BEACH CA

949.281.7400

NAN FUSCO | the colors of imagination

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#Couture #JWLV - Preview of Couture 2014

First I want to say a HUGE Thank You to Michelle Orman, Last Word Communications, for these insightful previews of what is NEW at Couture this year!

Moritz Glik

This year, Moritz Glik introduces his Kaleidoscope collection featuring rose cut diamonds, brilliant cut diamonds and 18 karat gold with blackened sterling silver. Ever since arriving in the U.S. from his native Brazil in 1991, Moritz has continued to push the boundaries of conventional fine jewelry. His ability to blend hand-crafted, old-world techniques with a modern sensibility has resulted in pieces that intrigue and enchant with a rich mosaic of color, proportion and movement. 

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Stephen Webster

Featured above is a collar necklace fromStephen Webster's Magnipheasant collection, which will be introduced at Couture. Amethyst, pink tourmaline, red garnet, blue topaz, peridot and citrine are surrounded by a border of black pave diamonds, emulating the pheasant's distinctive feathers. Earrings, bracelets and cocktail rings round out this unique collection. Stephen Webster's eponymous brand was built on the designer's foundation of technical excellence and today it is celebrated for the highest level of craftsmanship and its eternally chic and glamorous aesthetic.  

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Irene Neuwirth

At Couture, Irene Neuwirth will be introducing this new 18 karat gold cuff bracelet with rose cut diamonds. Simple, clean lines lend this piece a sense of fluidity while maintaining a bold statement. Long known for her fascination with intense colors and raw, natural gemstones, at first glance this cuff appears to be a break from Irene's core brand aesthetic, and yet the raw beauty of the rose cut diamonds, along with the designer's distinctive sense of style and unique insight into what's trending in fashion combine in a way that is unmistakably Irene.

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Hans D. Krieger

Opals and 18 karat rose gold combine in this cuff bracelet by Hans D. Krieger to create a piece completely in keeping with the brand's reputation for high-quality materials and the finest craftsmanship. Since as early as 1720, the company became famous for their stone cutting and goldsmith work, and it was in 1964 that the design portion of the business was launched in order to showcase their fine gemstones and diamonds. The passion of the company's founders continues today with a commitment to classic yet modern beauty that is timeless in its beauty.

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Sylvie Corbelin

At Couture this year, Parisian designer Sylvie Corbelin introduces the limited edition Geisha earrings from the Fuji Yama collection. To Sylvie, Geishas will always be a symbol of grace, beauty and femininity. Made of gold and silver, and accented with diamonds, turquoise and rubies, the highlight of these earrings is a very rare XIX Century enamel element. As with all pieces in her collection, Sylvie mingles an assertive warrior instinct with a sense of fragility, her definition of seduction.

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#DailyJewel - Designer Spotlight on Wendy Yue....

Wendy Yue "Rapacious Rose"
18K Rose Gold w/ Ruby, Pink Sapphire,
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Tsavorite

The Whimsical World 

of Wendy Yue

Today's Designer Spotlight is on Wendy Yue....

If you are looking for a brand that will set your store apart...Wendy Yue is that brand.

Wendy Yue paints a whimsical and unique story with her signature one-of-a-kind diamond and pink sapphire flowers, carved turquoise, opal snakes, and blue sapphire butterflies.

Wendy Yue

http://www.wendyyue.com/

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/WendyYueJewellery

DEF ANNOUNCES MUSIC LEGEND FOR SOLD OUT ‘DIAMONDS DO GOOD’ LAS VEGAS

DIAMOND EMPOWERMENT FUND ANNOUNCES LEGENDARY MUSIC ICON 

TO PERFORM 

AT THE SOLD OUT ‘DIAMONDS DO GOOD’ CELEBRATION IN LAS VEGAS

 

Ten-time GRAMMY® Award winner Chaka Khan will be the headline performer at the Diamond Empowerment Fund’s (D.E.F) Diamonds in the Sky Las Vegas Gala to take place at the Four Seasons Ballroom on May 29. The sold-out event starts at 6:30 p.m. and will honor President Khama and the Government of Botswana with the Global Diamond Industry Achievement Award and celebrate the good diamonds do for communities around the world.

Ms. Khan understands the importance of ‘doing good while doing well.’ In 1999 she established the Chaka Khan Foundation, which focuses on programs and initiatives that 
assist women and children at risk. A musical superstar, Ms. Khan has the rare ability to sing in eight music genres, including R&B, jazz, pop, rock, gospel, country, classical and dance music. She has released 22 albums with ten #1 Billboard magazine charted songs. 

Phyllis Bergman, president of D.E.F’s board of directors, says, “We couldn’t be more 
honored to have such a musical legend perform at this important event that recognizes 
the importance of giving back.”

Premier Presenting Sponsors of the event include Rio Tinto, Signet Jewelers Ltd., The De Beers Group of Companies, Partner Sponsor is Chow Tai Fook Jewellery Group Limited, and Patron Sponsors include KGK Group, Le Vian Corporation, and Tiffany & Co.

The Diamond Empowerment Fund was co-founded by Russell Simmons and leaders in the diamond industry in 2007 to empower diamond communities around the world.

Info: www.diamondsinthesky.org

#JWLV - Las Vegas Antique Jewelry & Watch Show Trade-Only Event at Paris Las Vegas, May 29 - June 1

Rare and Unique Collections Featured at the 

Las Vegas Antique Jewelry & Watch Show 

The Trade-Only Event is Hosted at the Paris Las Vegas, May 29 - June 1 

For the 18th year, dealers from more than 20 countries will gather in Las Vegas for the Las Vegas Antique Jewelry & Watch Show. The event is hosted by U.S. Antique Shows, the world’s leading producer of indoor antique shows, May 29 - June 1, 2014 at the Paris Hotel and Casino.

“We’re thrilled to continue to host our event in Las Vegas and acquaint the trade community with today’s latest jewelry trends,” says Dan Darby, Emerald Expositions vice president and U.S. Antique Shows group show director. “We’ve made some notable improvements this year like refiguring the show’s floor plan to allow dealers an increase in booth size to showcase more of their merchandise.”

The four day, trade-only show features the largest selection of antique jewelry and watches, including the latest spring trends straight from the runway. Items include gold chains, retro watches, cuff bracelets, colored diamonds, floral statement pieces and more. Attendees will also be able to purchase an array of merchandise from the Renaissance to Modern periods. 

Prominent dealers from as far away as France, India, Netherlands and Singapore are just a few represented at this year’s show. Anshul Rakyan, director of the Germany-based antique jewelry and fine gemstone house, Global Gems, comments on being part of the Las Vegas Antique Jewelry & Watch Show.

“We have been exhibiting at the Las Vegas Antique Jewelry & Watch Show for almost two
decades. It’s a great meeting point to meet American clients as well as other dealers from
around the world,” says Rakyan. “Our signed jewels as well as European antique jewelry and
object of arts will be a highlight for this year. Furthermore, our collection of natural pearls and old-cut diamonds is always something special. We are looking forward to Vegas.”

Show times are Thursday, May 29 to Saturday, May 31 from 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. and Sunday, June 1 from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. 

Pre-registration is $30, on-site $50 for all four days. 

For more information about the show or to register, call 239.732.6642 

or visit www.VegasAntiqueJewelry.com. 

About U.S. Antique Shows U.S. Antique Shows, the world’s largest producer of indoor antique shows, focuses on presenting a wide range of antiques as well as antique, vintage and estate jewelry and watches to 50,000 consumers annually. The company is the only producer that serves the unique needs of the antique and antique jewelry industry supporting sales in Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Miami, Miami Beach and New York. Their shows host internationally recognized dealers promoting the purchase of rare and unusual historic merchandise to antiques collectors, novice enthusiasts, socialites and celebrities. U.S. Antique Shows draws more than 3,000 dealers from 22 countries worldwide exhibiting their signature collections in 400,000 net square feet across nine shows.

For more information:
visit www.USAntiqueShows.com,
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and explore our Pinterest: Pinterest.com/USAntiqueShows.

Check out our new blog at www.USAntiqueShows.com/TheQuill.aspx.

Pinar Oner Design Atelier at The Couture Show, May 29 – June 2, 2014

Pinar Oner Design Atelier - Fabulous Show Special 

at The Couture Show, May 29 – June 2, 2014

Luxury Turkish jewelry designer Pinar Oner of Pinar Oner Design Atelier is offering an incredible show special to qualified buyers at The Couture Show to be held at the Wynn Hotel in Las Vegas May 29 – June 2, 2014.

Wanting to share the lavish richness of Istanbul with their buyers and distributors who purchase $15,000 or more in Pinar’s jewels, Pinar Oner Design Atelier will host two people at 5 Star hotel accommodations in Istanbul, Turkey for 6 days and 5 nights. Promotion includes hotel, transfers and a city tour for two people. (Air fare not included, other terms and conditions apply).

Fairy Tale Ring from the Byzantine Collection

“My designs are deeply influenced by the historical and iconic motifs of the Byzantine, Ottoman and Seljuk empires,” states Pinar Oner. “We believe our buyers appreciation of these cultures, and ultimately my luxury jewels, will be greatly enhanced by experiencing Istanbul firsthand.”

Echoes from the Ottoman Collection

A trained graphic designer with a BA from Bilkent University in Turkey and further education from the Parsons The New School of Design in New York, Pinar Oner is influenced by the history and heritage of the Anatolian region of Turkey. She draws inspiration from the folklore, artifacts and diverse religious influences of the area to create unique and fresh design elements and stylistic motifs. Creating her jewels in high karat gold, her collections glow with the vibrant colors of gemstones and intricate enameling accent work.  

The company, Pinar Oner Design Atelier, was launched in March of 2010, and has already garnered international acclaim as a winner of one of the coveted 2013 Couture Design
Awards. (Second runner-up in the Bridal category, Fairy Tale Ring Above).

Pinar Oner will be exhibiting at the Couture Show, Booth nextWAVE 14, in the LaTache ballroom, May 29 – June 2, 2014, Las Vegas.