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Fall Fashion Trends and Matching Jewelry

August 26, 2010

Camel.

No. Not this one:

This one:

According to The Los Angeles Time fashion section:

COLOR ME CAMEL‬‪

If there was any doubt that camel is the color of the fall season, it was cleared up by designer Hannah MacGibbon. Her Chloe collection was a study in the classic hue and every other shade of beige, from caramel to bark to bisque.

Camel is a fresh alternative to black, reflecting fashion’s renewed interest in classic American-style sportswear, a trend that we saw on the runways in New York at Michael Kors, Marc Jacobs and Derek Lam, and in Milan at Gucci and Max Mara.

In Paris, nearly every designer had a camel coat on the runway. Chloe’s MacGibbon showed sturdy man-tailored camel’s hair coats alongside sleek high-waist trousers, dotted bow-front blouses or chambray shirts, and cowboy boots.

At Stella McCartney, the camel coat was sportier, more akin to an anorak. At Hermes, it was cut close to the body with a smart black leather collar. Lanvin’s camel coat had sculpted power shoulders.

Hussein Chalayan showed a camel’s hair poncho. And at Martin Margiela, camel came in the form of a classic turtleneck sweater, paired with a crimson red coat — a color combination that’s definitely worth trying on at home.

As for the perfect jewelry acompaniment, we think Gemesis is a real standout and a natural pairing against the rich, lush texture and color of camel.

Here’s a perfect suggestion:

Style 9026GM

Filigree Diamond Pendant

Hand engraved pendant with hand applied scrolls and a 3/4ct Gemesis cultured diamond with fancy yellow or orange color on an 18″ wheat chain. Pendant measures approx. 8mm in diameter.

Available Metal: 18kt White Gold and Platinum

Posted in Fashion trends, Gemesis Cultured Diamonds, Jewelry Trends

Motif Jewelry – Creating your own Statement

July 12, 2010

What’s your totem animal? Are you stealthy and cat-like or more the lovable puppy? Perhaps you simply love frogs and they adorn your house (not the live kinds!)

Or you’re intrigued by any TV show featuring sharks. Or you’ve never gotten rid of that childhood love of dinosaurs.

Whatever your motif, we can create a piece of jewelry out of it. This has been done for centuries of course, and is tribal in origin. Some believe you are empowered by your totem animal or symbol and wearing it serves to strengthen you. Wear coins and bring money into your life. Wear sunshine and find your spirits lifting!

Here’s a little more on motif jewelry for 2010:

Don’t shy away from strong imagery this season.

Snakes, elephants, flowers, birds, and coins are some of the most popular motifs.

These elements add a very particular mood to a collection so find one that you like and then style it in a way that makes it your own.

Emphasize a motif by repeating it in many different ways.

For example: a necklace dripping with metal textured elephants, enamel elephants, carved wood elephants, and mixed with cords and chains can be a statement piece.

Applying chains in a snake-like pattern to a fabric frontal necklace can evoke the feeling of the snake without actually using the image.

Mixing and layering colorful flowers in fabrics, beads, and metals can create a romantic statement.

- Jewelry Business Blog

Here’s one of our motif pieces – The Key of Love pendant necklace. Who knows what doors you could open?

Style 10347

Key of Love Necklace

Posted in Fashion trends, Jewelry Trends

Fashion during the American Revolution

July 5, 2010

In honor of the 4th of July celebrations in the states, we wanted to take a moment and review the fashion of our forefathers and foremothers.

Oh yes, these fashion choices seem a little constricting (and just damn hot) but somebody had to wear this stuff, right?

The lady wears strapless stays over a pink chemise. Her petticoat has pocket slits to access the free-hanging pocket beneath. "Tight Lacing, or Fashion Before Ease", 1770–75

French silk sack-back gown with closed bodice and panniers, trimmed with padded bands of blue satin, chenille blonde lace, flowers of gathered ribbon, feathers and raffia tassels, 1775–1780

Marie Antoinette was one of the most influential figures in fashion during the 1770s and 1780s, especially when it came to hairstyles.

Happy Fourth of July Weekend, from Joseph Schubach Jewelers!

Posted in Fashion trends, Jewelry Education and Advice

Om mani padme hum pendants

May 10, 2010

Thank you again and hopefully Leon can do more business with you in the future

Simple Gold Om Necklace

Om Pendant with Single Diamond

Om Pendant With Pave Set Diamonds

Posted in Customer Testimonials, Fashion trends, General Jewelry Info, Gift Giving Advice, Holiday Jewelry, Jewelry Trends

Rose Gold Version of style #10137

April 21, 2010

We just received an email from our goldsmith of a piece that’s going out today. This ring was made in 14kt rose gold, and our goldsmith thought it was so pretty she sent over a quick picture for us to see.  We have to agree, it’s absolutely gorgeous in rose gold! It’s our style number 10137, which you can see here.

Rose gold versin of style #10137

Posted in Diamond Engagement Rings, Fashion trends, Metals, Moissanite Engagement Rings

A Special Aquamarine Necklace for A Special Person

March 31, 2010

Note from Joe. Every year during the holidays it seems that I have one project that I pay particular attention to, one that captures my interest more than the others. This past season it was a necklace for my dear friends Peter and Liliana. It was a lot of fun working with Peter on this piece, choosing the aquamarine, working with the wax carver, working with the goldsmith, doing all that we do to make a custom piece of jewelry. It was big fun for me partly because of whom this piece was for, as both Peter and Liliana are special to me, and partly because I got to play with one of my designs! So thank you Peter for this!

View this Joe Jewelry piece in our custom jewelry section

Posted in Custom Jewelry Designs, Customer Testimonials, Fashion trends, Gift Giving Advice, Holiday Jewelry, Jewelry Stories

Flirty, Casual Look for Spring 2010

March 29, 2010

It’s always a breath of fresh air to discover that the fashion trends for a particular season are accessible, simple to wear and fashionable. No sharp, pointy heels or or studded leather chokers this Spring!

According to Today’s Hot Trends, this Springs offers up ease and sweetness.

White is the key color for your wardrobe this season – and all of its variations. Once you have your whites covered, here’s the other trending colors, according to PANTONE at the Fashion Color Report Spring 2010.

Turquoise, tomato purée, fusion coral, violet, tuscany, aurora, amparo blue, pink champagne, dried herb and eucalyptus will be favorite colors.

Fashion trends include ripped jeans, feminine and frilly dresses, billowy pants and an overall casual, light feel.

Our Keys of Love pendant match perfectly with the relaxed look at a price you can afford. Prices start at $199.

Key of Love Pendant Necklace with Pave Set Stones

Posted in Fashion trends, Jewelry Trends

Anniverary Pearls

March 27, 2010

hi Joe. Thanks so much for helping Keith with the pearls. I love them! We are celebrating our wedding anniversary early tonight. Happy new year! Greetings to Katia! Teodora

Freshwater Pearl Necklaces

Pearls are always a great gift, and especially on anniversaries! Today, larger Tahitian, South Sea and Chinese freshwater pearls are all the rage ranging from 9-11+mm in diameter.

Check out our selection of Freshwater pearl necklaces ranging from 8.5-11.5mm.

Posted in Customer Testimonials, Fashion trends, Gift Giving Advice, Holiday Jewelry, Jewelry Education and Advice

Oscar 2010 Bling Highlights!

March 8, 2010

Diamonds, pearl tassels, ruby earrings, mismatched piles of bracelets, sapphires…all were in abundance at last night’s Oscar ceremonies.

And while the ceremony itself was a real sleeper, the wardrobe definitely was lively. As we slowly creep our way out of a dark economic period, Hollywood reflects the change by showcasing some stunning, bold fashion choices.

The great part about the Oscars? If you see a piece you like, we’re craftsman who are more than happy to recreate the look at a fraction (and we do mean, a fraction) of the cost by using amazing alternative gems such as moissanite and Gemesis.

We’ll give you more creative “food for thought” throughout the week as we showcase more Oscar bling.

Zoe Saldana in Lorraine Schwartz

Sarah Jessica Parker in Fred Leighton

Miley Cyrus in Lorraine Schwartz

Posted in Fashion trends

Row, row row your Rings

March 3, 2010

Pop star Rhianna started the trend: piling rings on top of one another for a fun, funky and ever so slightly over-the-top look.

New York–Pop star Rihanna lives on the cutting edge of fashion, fiercely stepping out in the latest runway trends and moving on to the next big thing just as everyone else starts to catch up.

So what jewelry is this taste-maker going for? It seems multiple rings side by side across three or four fingers are just the thing.

At the 2009 American Music Awards (left photo), the glamour girl accessorized a cut-out Marchesa gown with Sutra’s “3×3″ rose-cut diamond ring flanked by black and colorless diamond rings set in platinum by Neil Lane.

At Glamour magazine’s “Women of the Year Awards”(center photo), she scooped up one of the night’s top honors while sporting two of her favored looks: an origami-style dress and rings on four fingers. The H. Stern “Stars” rings she wore are crafted in 18-karat “Noble” gold and are accented with diamonds.

Source: National Jewelry Network

How can you afford the same kind of look? Chances are, you have a few rings hanging out in your jewelry box already but we can put extra rings on your fingers that are affordable by using stones like moissanite or Gemesis.

Yellow Cushion Cut Gemesis Ring With Bezel Set White Diamonds

Posted in Fashion trends