Emmy’s Fashion
The 63rd Annual Primetime Emmy Awards aired earlier this month and fashion enthusiasts such as ourselves took delight in ogling the latest red carpet jewelry trends. Many of the themes we saw were consistent with the Fall trends we’ve been reporting on in the past month, from embellished cuffs to sparkly chokers and statement earrings. Here is a rundown of the most popular looks and some similar pieces from some of our designers. We’d also like to draw special attention to our designers who actually dressed celebrities for the high profile event, including Andrew Meyer and Gumuchian: Kudos! Black Earrings …
Featured Brand – Peter Storm
Origins Peter Storm has been designing jewelry for over 25 years. The son of a diamond importer, he spent his childhood learning about fine jewelry and studying diamond proportion. Now, his business is bolstered by this inherited and learned knowledge; each design benefits from Peter’s exacting method of stone selection and his innate artistic abilities. Peter has said that designing for him “is at once both a scientific and an artistic pursuit.” Each piece is made perfect with a myriad of carefully plotted, tiny details, while his creative flair allows him to turn something ordinary into something remarkable. With these …
Featured Retailer – Leigh Jewelers
In our ongoing piece focusing on retailers and their experiences with PPOM, we sat down with Mark Leigh of Leigh Jewelers in Vero Beach, Florida. Mark offered some wonderful insights on the changing times we are seeing in the jewelry industry and the subsequent technologies to which we all must soon adhere. Tell us about your store. What is the history? Who are your customers? We originally opened Leigh Jewelers in New York State back in 1972 and ultimately grew to four stores in the New York State and Connecticut markets. In 1990, warmer weather and a change of …
Sapphires – Still Center Stage
Sapphires have had quite a year. Of course, this precious stone has been the go-to choice for kings and queens dating back through antiquity, but the royal engagement of William and Kate propelled its celebrity once again. Since the engagement and subsequent wedding, the stone has seen no dip in popularity. Now, being the birthstone of September, we are seeing scores of sapphires across all mediums once again. The stone’s versatility continues to do it favors; offered in nearly every color of the rainbow, whether regally classic or fashion-forward, there is a sapphire for everyone. Check out some of our …
Fall Trends Continued
The barrage of Fall trends, filling the pages of September fashion magazines and online style sites, has not stopped and we love every minute of reporting on it! Last month’s Blog Post focused on chain link bracelets and cuffs, rustic florals and chunky, embellished cuffs. Here are some additional on-trend pieces from the Prestige Promenade designers: Collars (Structured and Wrap Around) A true statement piece, the collar necklace can transform a simple neckline. Layered over a t-shirt or turtleneck, it provides an instant infusion of high style. Lace Characterized by openwork, this trend couldn’t come at a more appropriate time with …
