Episode 73
NOTE: Since recording this episode, ASJRA has rescheduled its 15th annual conference “Jewelry in America” in New York City to September 11 – 12, 2020. Updated details can be found at www.jewelryconference.com What you’ll learn in this episode: How the Association for the Study of Jewelry and Related Arts was formed, and why ASJRA started […]
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What you’ll learn in this episode: How Robert transitioned from working in the restaurant industry to creating unique pieces of costume jewelry. Why “costume jewelry” shouldn’t be considered a pejorative term. What clients are usually looking for when they ask Robert to design for them. About Robert Sorrell: Robert Sorrell is the founder of Sorrell […]
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What you’ll learn in this episode: The history of the Moussaieff family jewelry business and how it sparked the creation of Yvel. What sets a baroque pearl apart from a “perfect” pearl. Why it’s incorrect to think pearls don’t hold their value. How Yvel created its Design Center and the Megemeria School of Jewelry and […]
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What you’ll learn in this episode: How and why Shenkar’s Department of Jewelry Design was founded. Why Shenkar is on the cutting-edge of jewelry design and innovation education. The unique classes Shenkar offers to students. How Shenkar prepares students for careers in the jewelry design field. About Uri Samet: Uri Samet is the co-founder of […]
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What you’ll learn in this episode: How Tel Aviv became Israel’s fashion and jewelry hotspot. Why Israeli jewelry design has become more individualistic over the last decade. Shopping tips for visitors in Tel Aviv. Top Israeli jewelry designers to watch. About Galit Reismann: Israeli tastemaker, entrepreneur, curator and fashion-content expert Galit Reismann decided to combine […]
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What you’ll learn in this episode: How Museum of Design and Fashion (MUDE) in Lisbon created an international fashion and jewelry collection with a strong focus on Portuguese design. How MUDE was founded, and what to expect when it reopens in 2021. The history of gold in Portugal, and how contemporary designers are reimagining this […]
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What you’ll learn in this episode: What Boivin starfish brooches are, and why they are so sought after. The history of the House of Boivin and the socialites who wore its jewelry. Why the world of haute couture jewelry is notoriously secretive. Why rare, fine jewelry often goes out of sight for decades at a […]
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What you’ll learn in this episode: The history of costume jewelry from its invention in the 19th century to the modern era. How rhinestones vary by type, quality and color. Rosie’s approach to repairing jewelry so that it looks like new. What rhinestone and costume jewelry trends we’ll see in the coming year. About Rosie […]
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What you’ll learn in this episode: The best French museums and stores to visit and learn about jewelry. How French and American jewelry and fashion designers have influenced each other. Which Paris flea markets are best to shop for unique jewelry and French furniture. How Rachel helps collectors go behind the scenes of Paris’ jewelry […]
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What you’ll learn in this episode: What parameters to consider when deciding how to catalogue a collection. How Rebekah came to work exclusively in steel. Why cataloguing jewelry is so important in telling its story. Digital and analogue strategies for cataloguing your collection. About Rebekah Frank: Rebekah Frank is a jewelry artist and metalsmith whose […]
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