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July 1, 2009 | Link This | Email this | Comments (0)

Check out the print issue of July JCK to see “The Foodie,” JCK’s exclusive chat with Padma Lakshmi about her new jewelry line. Featured here is extra interview content, with Lakshmi and InStyle’s Marion Fasel, that didn’t make the cut, as well as photo outtakes from the day of the jewelry shoot to understand the process of selecting pieces to appear in print.

June 22, 2009 | Link This | Email this | Comments (3)

Some of George Michael’s song lyrics insist that we possess the spiritual version, but I imagine that at least a few jewelry store owners would like us to also own a precious metal variety of faith, as in a symbol to wear. Just a few memorable pieces of religious jewelry surfaced at recent shows. I think the timing is right for some new faith designs, considering the tough economic times many consumers are experiencing. Here are the items I noticed.

Retailers, am I missing some wonderful faith-inspired design in this blog? Probably, since I can’t possibly see every designer in every show. Please tell me which faith designs you ...Read More

June 22, 2009 | Link This | Email this | Comments (0)

Flowers, feathers, and other types of girly details are evident on a number of designs this year. While some are definitely statement pieces, like Yvel’s one-off brooch or Siera Jewelry’s ring, pieces from Gumuchian’s new collection and items from Sylva & Cie offer an understated elegance that many consumers now want.

Retailers, are flowers a flop or selling out fast? Please tell me by way of the comment function.

June 22, 2009 | Link This | Email this | Comments (0)

Big cuff and bangle bracelets are good way to offer customers the statement pieces they’re looking for now. Customers are buying less and purchasing more significant pieces—be they physically bigger to carry an entire outfit in one accessory or more unique and/or precious from a design, materials perspective. A big bracelet can be viewed by the wearer, unlike earrings, making them instantly appealing, and are easy for friends to grab and gush over (people generally won't lunge at your head to see cool earrings, but few hesitate to grab an extended arm when they see something on it that they like).

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June 16, 2009 | Link This | Email this | Comments (0)

Rough is quite the rage in jewelry right now. Rough-cut diamonds cost less than colorless Ideal-cut stones, giving consumers a bigger look for their money, and feature beautiful natural colors and inclusions. Many of the rough stones--diamond or other--that I saw during JCK Las Vegas were polished to create smooth windows to view Mother Nature’s handiwork. Rough slices of some stones have sparkling drusy-like effects, while polished pieces emphasize cool colors.

Retailers, do your customers love this look or hate it? Please weigh on by way of the comment function. 

Editor's Note: Be sure to check out the Luxury in...Read More