N.Y. town looks to 'Wonderful Life' Nov 26, 2008
More people are coming into Mark Robinette's jewelry store to sell their rings and brooches. Some tell him it's to pay the rent or mortgage. (USA Today)
Great Princess Gift Ideas for Girls Nov 23, 2008
jewelry like rings, bracelets, necklaces, pendants, and brooches. wigs. (Suite101.com)
Jewelry by Alexander Calder goes on show in New York Nov 15, 2008
The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York will show almost 100 pieces of his jewelry, including necklaces, bracelets, earrings, rings, brooches and belt buckles, from Dec. 9 to March 1, 2009. The exhibition will later travel to the Irish Museum of Modern Art in Dublin. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Michelle Obama: A First Lady Fashionista Nov 8, 2008
It's looking like brooches, pins and down-to-earth affordable pieces will be Obama's signature. She showed off her fashionable pins on "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" and an affordable J.Crew outfit that she ordered online and wore on "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.". (CBS News)
Crossed Wires: Using techniques more often found in textiles, jewelry maker Arline Fisch is still stretching artistic borders Oct 30, 2008
This exhibit features 40 wide-ranging pieces from bracelets, pendants and brooches to collars and full-length body pieces which have been designed to move with the person wearing them. Among them you will find feathers as well as sterling silver and copper. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
A feast for the senses Oct 18, 2008
The evening started with a take-your-breath-away exhibit of Art Nouveau brooches and pendants that reminded Elise of some of her grandmother's pieces. The small exhibit room was full of intricately and delicately crafted dragonflies, swallows, and butterflies that, according to Elise, you could look at "for hours and still not see everything that goes into them." We were hoping a few dragonflies would fly out of their cases and land on us, but no such luck. (Boston Globe)
ICE PRESIDENT Oct 13, 2008
"People in Alaska love to wear the map: state of Alaska tie pins, brooches and whatnot," says John Roop, owner of alaskagoldnugget. com, an Anchorage-based jewelry web-site that sells the same 250 Alaska earrings Palin wore to meet former secretary of state Henry Kissinger in New York last month. (New York Post -- Opinions)
All that glitters Sep 10, 2008
The artistry of the brooches, pins, dog collar (a kind of necklace), hair combs, and pendants will blow the minds of all bauble-o-philes. Do not, under any circumstance, miss the dragonfly brooches. (Boston Globe)
Burglars hit second Bisbee jeweler Sep 10, 2008
Items stolen include gold rings, bracelets and brooches. A cash drawer containing 500 to 600 also was broken into, she said. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Last 2 stolen art pieces by Bill Reid recovered Aug 21, 2008
They included bracelets, brooches and cufflinks. Three golden-coloured Mexican art objects also vanished. (CBC.ca)
Jewelry dazzles in MFA exhibit Jul 25, 2008
I can admire, for instance, the intensity of the dragonfly brooches by designers like Wolfers and Louis Aucoc. But I would tend to steer clear of any woman who actually wore one. (Boston Globe)
The clothes make the 'Gossip Girl' Jul 13, 2008
Devotees generally fall into two camps: those taken with the worldly nonchalance of Serena (Blake Lively), the show's queen bee, and others fixated on the fussier style of Blair Waldorf (Leighton Meester), who is given to layering on brooches, pearls, scarves and a shrilly colorful blazer topped with a frilly headband. 1. (International Herald Tribune)
A Brief History of the Flag Lapel Pin Jul 4, 2008
"I certainly have jewelry from before then with flags on it cufflinks and stick pins and tuxedo buttons and brooches but not many flag pins before the '50s.". It was during the culture wars of the late '60s and early '70s that the flag lapel pin truly took off and became the simultaneously uniting and divisive symbol that it is today. (Time.com)
Mommy Jewelry Jun 5, 2008
After the modern birthstone list was created in 1912, it was only a matter of time before moms were sporting brooches and rings where each gem represented one of the little darlings. In the 1950s, this specialized jewelry took a different twist, with hip moms adding representations of each child to their charm bracelets. (Suite101.com)
Latest Bridal Hair Accessories May 27, 2008
Some can easily be mistaken for authentic brooches with their 1920s and 1940s designs. Coupled with a period dress they make a stunning statement with or without a veil. (Suite101.com)
Jewel of the Nile May 11, 2008
But the Arab and Islamic-influenced brooches, bracelets, necklaces and rings adorning the models heading down Julien Macdonald's catwalk are also getting attention. They are part of a collaboration between the fashion powerhouse and former British Designer of the Year and Egyptian jewelry designer, Azza Fahmy. (CNN -- International)
Bring on the bling May 10, 2008
Red Hat accessories, brooches and clothing now are sold online. An offshoot of the group, the Pink Hat Society, is for women younger than 50. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
What's next? May 2, 2008
Her hand- painted magnets and brooches will retail for $5 to $10. Single- minded. (Towson Times, MD)
LEVIEV Announces the Opening of Two LEVIEV Stores in Dubai, United Arab Emirates Apr 15, 2008
In addition to the world's finest one-of-a-kind diamond necklaces, earrings, rings, brooches, bracelets, cufflinks and very special tiaras and rare colored stones, the new shops will all offer clients in Dubai the opportunity to buy LEVIEV's newly launched collection of men's and women's watches, men's jewelry as well as a variety of precious colored gems, pearls and gold num pieces. About LEVIEV LEVIEV, the world's most exclusive diamond jewelry brand, controls some of the largest private mines... (PR Newswire)
Jeweler Esmerian Fights Merrill to Stop Christie's `Reckless' Auction Apr 14, 2008
Building on the reputation of his father, Raphael Esmerian, Ralph Esmerian became known for selling colored gemstones and rare vintage brooches and necklaces by Cartier and Tiffany & Co. He stocks the shelves at retailers around the country, including Neiman Marcus and Van Cleef & Arpels. Pieces from his collection appear in museums and coffee table books. (Bloomberg -- US)
The White Fashion Trend for 2008 Mar 31, 2008
Think accessories and think white oversized sunglasses, hats, brooches and watches, a fashion must-have for Summer 2008, if you want to be right on-trend. According to Style. (Suite101.com)
Walking the catwalk Mar 15, 2008
Near the family museum, a room, dubbed the children s international art museum, was filled with student artwork was on display, including unique Celtic brooches, Aboriginal paintings and bright Aztec clay suns. Students, family and friends also had the opportunity to participate in a cakewalk, to play international games like Othello, foosball and Mancala, and to taste international foods from various restaurants around Arlington at the international caf. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
Fashion Tips for Large Bums & Tums Jan 23, 2008
Clever use of earrings, brooches and necklaces will draw attention to your face, neck and bust rather than your bum, hips and stomach. Hats and scarves will also draw attention to your top half. (Suite101.com)
To give a gift from the heart, why not make it yourself? Dec 13, 2007
It's a cinch: Add vintage brooches to velvet ribbons to make belts. To give a gift from the heart, why not make it yourself. (USA Today -- Life)
Antiquities: The Hottest Investment Dec 13, 2007
He lists Roman lamps, Roman bronze brooches, Greek pottery (especially south Italian Greek pottery) and Egyptian amulets, which, he says, are overlooked. "There can be fascinating intact examples," says Ambrose. (Time.com)
More of this story Dec 8, 2007
The owner has an eye for detail and the unusual, stocking brooches, rings, necklaces and other items. Anyone who loves this look will be hard-pressed not to walk out with something. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
There's green, chic appeal in reincarnation Nov 27, 2007
There are colorful vinyl handbags and totes made from recycled billboard materials and tires; old propane tanks turned into artsy fire pits for your backyard; beautiful bamboo furniture; rings, brooches and pendants made from vintage buttons and kitschy bottle caps; vases and carafes crafted from wine bottles; yummy-smelling soy and beeswax candles with organic cotton wicks and random items -- from CD racks to jewelry -- made of bike parts. Circular also carries a huge collection of bamboo and... (Anchorage Daily News)
Ready ... set ... tour! Nov 16, 2007
Studio 6: Kristina Logan, lampwork, glass beads, jewelry and objects, 220 South St., 430-2020; Reg Logan, insect brooches, 828-5059. Studio 7: Peter Happny & Lisa Grey, blacksmithing, textile collage and printmaking, 66 Rock St., 436-4859. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Kenneth Jay Lane show at Rhode Island School of Design looks like a million Oct 26, 2007
Starting tomorrow, the public can get a closer look at some of these baubles when the Museum of Art at the Rhode Island School of Design in Providence unveils "Fabulous Fakes: Jewelry by Kenneth Jay Lane." More than 350 necklaces, bracelets, brooches, and earrings will be on display. We caught up with Lane, a 1954 RISD grad, to chat about his work. (Boston Globe -- Living)
Editor's notes: Where everyone knew your name Oct 13, 2007
Dear Miss Crowell s, where all the dresses came in dark shades of purple, blue and green with little attached jackets and large, shiny brooches pinned to their lapels, and all the customers wore sturdy leather, laced shoes with stocky heels. And if you needed new shoes there was Walkovers at the top of North Street and Dexter s on the main drag. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Fashion designer turns deadly weapons into jewelry Sep 26, 2007
The welder, working from Brandon's designs, made the guns into a ring, brooches and several pendants. Most are abstractly shaped. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Work-at-home moms in Siouxland Sep 22, 2007
In a small red room tucked in the basement of her home, Emily Rohan fashions necklaces, bracelets, rings, earrings and brooches from sterling silver, teal and yellow turquoise, jade, carnelian and a host of other precious stones. On the other side of a black curtain, Lillie, 5, Isabel, 3 1/2, and Sophie, 9 months, watch TV, while mom works. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Style guru Marc Jacobs' spring show was an ugly duckling collection. Sep 12, 2007
The bangles, brooches and other jewelry featured interesting design, particularly pieces that incorporated a swan -- perhaps a hint that between now and spring, the ugly duckling of a collection will morph into something graceful and beautiful. Joanna Mastroianni. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Diamond Underminer Aug 29, 2007
But the timing of the reorganization comes as the company's midmarket customer segment is thinking more about housing costs than brooches, and that's the main flaw in an optimistic take on fiscal 2008. "In good times or bad times, wealthy people still have money, and they're interested in quality and the status connected to a particular name," Matlins says. (SmartMoney)
EIGHT DAYS A WEEK CONCERT & EVENT LISTINGS Jun 22, 2007
Captivating ColourS Touring exhibit of coloured gemstones and jewelry including rings, necklaces and brooches. To June 24 at Tiffany 23 Burrard. (Vancouver Westender)
Findings for use with Wire Jewelry Mar 18, 2007
Other findings include fittings for brooches, cuff-links, tie pins etc. Findings can be bought from all the main jewelry and craft supply stores. (Suite101.com)
Weekend Guide Mar 1, 2007
Artist talk with Jon Eric Riis, 1 p.m., Carnegie Museum of Art Theater, free; "Bridge 9," steel brooches by Arthur Hash, tapestry coats by Jon Eric Riis, ceramic sake sets by Patti Warashina, all through March 24. Closed Sun. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
The legacy of the leisure class on display Feb 24, 2007
Also included are gem-encrusted pendants, earrings and brooches from 17th and 18th century Spain, gathered by Isabel Ross. Though Andrew Langdon's copy of "David" was a gift to the city and is not part of the display, visitors climbing the museum's front steps will pass two large 16th century Florentine bronze candelabras that Langdon collected during a trip to Florence in 1903. (Buffalo News)
The objects of their affection Feb 9, 2007
"I have about 200-225 earrings, 200 bracelets, 100 necklaces, and 85 rings and brooches. My oldest daughter, who has quite a collection herself, swears I'm underestimating.". Her favorite: "My `Titanic' medallion. It's one huge, vintage-inspired, rectangular stone, trimmed with a beautiful ornate stone design. It's truly a statement piece....(It's) big `bling' that I can dress up, or just make something casual `pop.' ". (Charlotte.com, NC -- Living)
