#JWLV – Couture 2014 Sneak Preview

May 21, 2014




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!

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

May 20, 2014

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!

N A N  F U S C O
LAGUNA BEACH CA

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#Couture #JWLV – Preview of Couture 2014

May 19, 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 GlikThis year, Moritz Glik introduces his Kaleidoscope collection featuring rose cut di…

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#DailyJewel – Designer Spotlight on Wendy Yue….

May 19, 2014

Wendy Yue “Rapacious Rose”18K Rose Gold w/ Ruby, Pink Sapphire, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, TsavoriteThe Whimsical World of Wendy YueToday’s Designer Spotlight is on Wendy Yue….If you are looking for a brand that will set your store apart…

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

May 13, 2014

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

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

May 12, 2014


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,
like us on Facebook: Facebook.com/VegasAntiqueJewelry,
follow us on Twitter: @USAntiqueShows
and explore our Pinterest: Pinterest.com/USAntiqueShows.

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

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

May 11, 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.

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“Nurture By Reena,” the World’s First Fully Disclosed Lab-Grown Diamond Designer Jewelry Brand

May 10, 2014

“Nurture By Reena” will be at the Design Center (S10519) at JCK Las Vegas at the Mandalay Bay.  I know that Reena would very much love to meet you there!

This is a very exciting moment – Reena has been working very hard to complete this first collection in time for the JCK show in Las Vegas, she said, 

Finally!  So excited to share this announcement with you! It’s has been years in the making.  This inaugural collection is my labor of love that merges fashion and design with wearable technology and one of the coolest of human-innovations, lab-grown diamonds! A fully certified, fully disclosed line! “


Full Press Announcement Follows…
Reena Ahluwalia Launches “Nurture By Reena,” the World’s First 

Lab-Grown Diamond Designer Jewelry Brand

Milestone marks first-ever designer jewelry brand that exclusively features lab-grown diamonds – merges it with wearable technology & fashion.

Multi-award winning jewelry designer and longtime diamond industry insider, Reena Ahluwalia, today announced the launch of the world’s first lab-grown diamond designer jewelry brand – “Nurture By Reena.” 


The brand is committed to proudly feature fully disclosed, certified lab-grown diamonds that are origin-guaranteed, conflict-free and environmentally sustainable.

“The Moments Collection” is the first offering from “Nurture By Reena.” It combines diamond jewelry with wearable technology and merges style and fashion with deep personal meaning. 


Using QR Code technology opens the door to a unique ecosystem that allows you to attach
your most precious moments to your jewel. The lab-grown diamond pieces flip to discreetly
reveal a QR code that is otherwise hidden from view while the jewelry is worn.

Each cutting-edge design unites the beauty of natural shapes with the precision of modern
technology and brings to life Reena’s love of discovery. And while each piece embodies the
unique vision of the artist, you’re invited to give it personal meaning through the stories you attach to it. Capturing an individual’s unique moment and personal messages, the jewel can be effortlessly personalized with content that can be accessed anytime and anywhere. Like the eternal nature of a diamond, your jewel becomes a modern day digital talisman, a time capsule that captures and preserves your moment for eternity.


The Moments Collection is offered in colorless, pink and yellow lab-grown diamonds, with a starting carat weight of 0.40ct. and includes rings, pendants, earrings and bracelets. To date, there are 36 SKUs available in 18k gold, including white, yellow and rose gold. 




According to Designer, Reena Ahluwalia, “I looked at blooming flowers for inspiration and symbolism. For me, flowers are like moments – ephemeral, yet deeply memorable.”

Reena said, “Let me take you on a journey one could only imagine before. I am proud to bring to you a collection that celebrates the changing consumer values of today, embodies what real love means and helps you express your deepest personal stories. For retailers, this also offers phenomenal value and choices through layers of differentiation, which is essential to stand out in the retail space today.”



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HISTORIC UNION OF GLOBAL LEADERS SUPPORT ‘DIAMONDS DO GOOD’ IN LAS VEGAS!

May 10, 2014


DIAMOND EMPOWERMENT FUND ANNOUNCES 

HISTORIC UNION OF GLOBAL LEADERS SUPPORTING

‘DIAMONDS DO GOOD’ MISSION AT CELEBRATION IN LAS VEGAS

Gala will Honor H.E. President Khama and the Government of Botswana

Major leaders spanning the breadth of the diamond and jewelry industry have joined as Sponsors of the Diamond Empowerment Fund’s (D.E.F’s) Diamonds in the Sky Las Vegas gala including:

Premier Presenting Sponsors:
Rio Tinto, Signet Jewelers Ltd., The De Beers Group of Companies
Premier Partner Sponsor:
Chow Tai Fook Jewellery Group Limited

Premier Patron Sponsors:
KGK Group, Le Vian Corporation, Tiffany & Co.
Anna Martin of Standard Chartered Bank and D.E.F board member said, “The immediate embrace by these global leaders of the ‘Diamonds in the Sky Las Vegas’ gala signifies a momentous coming together of the industry in support of D.E.F’s Diamonds Do Good Mission.” Concurs Philippe Mellier, CEO, The De Beers Group of Companies, “We are a founding partner and proud supporter of the Diamond Empowerment Fund.  In our 45th  year of partnership with the people of Botswana, we are delighted to be part of this special occasion honoring the country’s unique record of success in transforming its natural resource into sustainable, broad-based development. 

The elegant affair will bring together a unique mix of the international diamond jewelry
industry, government officials from diamond producing nations, and celebrities from
fashion and entertainment. The proceeds will benefit D.E.F.’s recently expanded mission
that supports diamond communities around the world.

Jean-Marc Lieberherr, Managing Director, Rio Tinto Diamonds says, “With this expanded mission D.E.F has become the industry organization that is taking the role to communicate to the consumer all the good things that diamonds do today and will continue to do tomorrow. We are honored to support this endeavor”.

Kent Wong, Managing Director of Chow Tai Fook Jewellery notes, “We are proud to be part of an industry that gives back. We salute the good works of H.E. President Khama, the government of Botswana and the role D.E.F is taking to communicate this to consumers around the world.”

Phyllis Bergman, President of D.E.F.’s board of directors concludes; “We are thrilled to
welcome such an esteemed list of industry leaders as Premier Sponsors of Diamonds in
the Sky Las Vegas.”

The Premier Sponsors listed above are joined by Benefactor Sponsors

Arjav Diamonds, 
Blue Star Diamonds, 
Dali Diamond Co., 
Diacore, 
Diarough, 
Eurostar Diamond Traders,
 Julius Klein Group, 
M. Suresh Company, 
Pluzcenik, 
Rosy Blue, 
Shree Ramkrishna Exports

Sustainer Sponsors; 
American Gem Society Laboratories, 
Christopher Designs, 
Crossworks Manufacturing, 
Dalumi Group, 
Dominion Diamonds, 
Gemological Institute of America, 
Interjewel, 
JCK Jewelers Circular Keystone, 
Niru Group, 

Rapaport Group, 

Taché, 
Y.Dvash
 Empowerment Circle Partners; 
Forevermark, 
Dalumi Group, 
Malca-Amit, 
Brilliant Earth, 
Exelco, 
Leo Schachter, 
Sarine Technologies, 
Tiffany & Co.

The Diamond Empowerment Fund was co-founded by Russell Simmons and leaders in the diamond industry in 2007. 


For more information on tickets, journal ads and sponsorship opportunities please contact Executive Director Nancy Orem Lyman at:
 n.lyman@diamondempowerment.org   
or visit  diamondsintheskylasvegas.org


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#DailyJewel – Reinstein/Ross, Goldsmiths – NEW Downtown Location Opening Soon!

May 9, 2014

Spring brings all things NEW – new beginnings and in this case a NEW location.Reinstein/Ross’ Madison Ave. flagship store and workshop are still on 73rd BUT – this Spring  they  open a new Downtown showroom  in the Meatpac…

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