Episode 56
What you’ll learn in this episode: Why jewelry collectors should pay attention to costume jewelry. How costume jewelry can be a way to boldly express yourself and your unique style. Why Costume Jewelry Collectors International (CJCI) was founded. The resources CJCI provides to members across fifteen countries. What exciting speakers, events and sponsors attendees can […]
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What you’ll learn in this episode: How Nonie views a curator’s role within a museum. Origins of the Arts & Crafts movement and major players. Why the Arts and Crafts Movement didn’t have a particular artistic style. Why MFA is focused on showing Arts and Crafts pieces from all of the Americas in its collection. […]
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What you’ll learn in this episode: What role the King Tut exhibition played in sparking Stefanie’s desire to learn goldsmithing. How the jeweler apprenticeship system works in Germany. How famed glassmaker and jeweler René Lalique’s complex relationships with the women in his life played a major role in his jewelry designs. The history behind The […]
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What you’ll learn in this episode: Why Vintage Meet Modern was created. How Vintage Meet Modern defines the term “vintage.” How Vintage Meet Modern works with clients to bring style and glamour to their everyday wardrobe. How jewelry can help build self-confidence. Why the role vintage jewelry plays in modern fashion will continue to grow. […]
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What you’ll learn in this episode: How eyeglasses-as-fashion has exploded in recent years. Why wearers have shifted from owning one pair to multiple pairs. How Julia finds new designers to carry and showcase. Why “wardrobing eyewear” is a growing trend based on the immense spectrum of choices available. Julia Gogosha is the founder and owner […]
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What you’ll learn in this episode: What to expect at The Original Miami Beach Antique Show being held January 4-8, 2020. What makes The Original Miami Beach Antique Show different from other antique shows for attendees. Why the show has returned to the Miami Beach Convention Center and what impressive renovations were made to the […]
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What you’ll learn in this episode: Art Jewelry Forum’s mission and an overview of its programs. How Bonnie defines art jewelry and why this varies from person to person. Why Art Jewelry Forum established the Young Artist Award; who is eligible to apply and why the award is specifically meant for young artists first starting […]
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What you’ll learn in this episode: How Joseff founded the company and began renting to Hollywood studios. The movies and stars Joseff designed for, and what the company is most known for. Why Joseff decided to launch a retail line. How the studio rental process has evolved over time. The exciting new documents that have […]
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The “Ancient Nubia Now” exhibit on display at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston (MFA) through January 20, 2020, confronts past misinterpretations and offers new ways of understanding Nubia’s history and contemporary relevance. The exhibit includes jewelry, pottery, sculpture, metalwork and more from MFA’s collection of ancient Nubian art, and examines power, representation and cultural […]
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NYC Jewelry Week (NYCJW) is dedicated to promoting and celebrating the world of jewelry through educational and innovative focused programming. Last year’s inaugural NYCJW welcomed over 10,000 attendees who explored the multifaceted jewelry industry. This year’s event, happening November 18-24, will include groundbreaking exhibitions, panel discussions led by industry experts, exclusive workshops, heritage-house tours, innovative […]
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