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Platinum at the Golden Globes

Joseph Schubach — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 17:05:20 +0000

We love platinum here at Joseph Schubach Jewelers. And when the stars wear it, we’re all over it. Platinum has increased drastically over the years and made its way to red carpets all over the world. This recent Golden Globes award ceremony were no exception.

“Platinum is naturally white, so it never changes color or fades, thereby maximizing the brilliance of diamonds and colored gemstones. It is the ideal setting for the red carpet, and all of life’s most important moments.”

Source: The Daily Jewel

Angelina Jolie
-Platinum and diamond stud earrings (25 carats) by Lorraine Schwartz

Natalie Portman
-Platinum and diamond drop earrings by Harry Winston

-Three platinum and diamond bracelets by Harry Winston

Revisiting Jewelry Trends 2012

Joseph Schubach — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 09:54:37 +0000

We mentioned jewelry trends for this upcoming season several months ago. But (no shock) – they change. Here’s an interesting article that gives you some guidelines as you peruse our site. And as always, thanks for taking the time to read our blog and be our client! Happy New Year to you all!

Chunky & Large Metals

Huge and bold ornaments are in this time and ideas such as “not enough” and “much more a lot more-ness” is definitely desirable. Decadently embellished items having drama and generating a main statement will be the showstoppers everyone is hunting. Also, enormous (and expensive!) metal pieces as the giant curb link necklace pieces created by Kenneth J. Lane and other designers are really in.

Antique/Vintage/Retro & New Combinations

Absolutely everyone loves the look of antique, vintage and retro jewelry and now the most recent trend is to thoughtfully mix these and make a new and imaginative item as one. Jewelry designers, say, Elizabeth Locke and Roberto Coin are beautifully infusing their new concepts and marrying them to antique and vintage that seems to be and the resulting styles are perfect.

Dramatic, Special and “Restructured” Necklaces

As opposed to the 60s when the huge brooches and pins are the key component in one’s individual adornment. Now is the necklace. The bib necklace started to grow in the hearts of many at least 3 years ago and evidently, these are still very influential today and in fact evolved to different stand-out pieces like over-the-top multi-chain neckpieces, fabric-made, etc.

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An example of a bib necklace.

Fake & Genuine Pearls

Pearls yell pure classicism. For centuries they have been hugely desired for their natural class and exclusive appeal. Used in the Victorian Era, pearls have evolved from simple one-strand to numerous layers and layers of beautifully hand crafted balls. Even Cartier has revived their classic styling in a lot more eye catching pearl with diamonds as added details. Pearls can be worn with edgy metals and other ornaments to have that feel of “warrior princess” but still exuding glamour.

Our Freshwater Cultured Pearl Necklace starting at $79

New Fleur de Lis Earrings

Joe — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 00:50:42 +0000

We just finished these beauties! A Schubach.com exclusive available in 14kt/18kt white, yellow or rose gold or in platinum with any gemstone. Shown in 1ct total weight (t.w.) and 2ct t.w. sizes – other sizes and shapes available.

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Jeweler Tips from 1975

Joseph Schubach — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 14:46:13 +0000

Ah, what a great way to start the day! These tips from a 1975 magazine still hit home (though some points might be a tad outdated, like the psychedelic look appealing to teenagers.) Regardless, its fun and interesting to review how business was done decades ago to see what holds true. Thanks JCK magazine!

Paint your store red, white, and blue; flood it with bright light; and you’ll sell lots of $3.50 liberty bells.

Texture the walls, roll out a matching carpet, lower the lights, and customers will order up diamonds.

Customers will be turned off by colors that don’t harmonize. One color must be dominant and the other subordinate in order to achieve a happy balance.

Red, orange, and yellow are warm colors. Red is a good choice because it has so many complementary colors.

If you are trying to suggest a feeling of coolness, green, blue, or violet should be your dominant color.

Too much color can be distracting to your customer.

Make sure your colors call attention to your merchandise.

Your colors should make your customers comfortable while they shop.

Men and older people prefer more subdued shades. They are more serious shoppers and are more interested in merchandise rather than surroundings.

Female shoppers prefer a more vivid combination of colors. The more sophisticated the shopper, the sharper her appreciation for your décor.

Teenagers prefer a psychedelic mixture of the brightest shades. They live in a hurry and won’t slow down long enough to absorb a tasteful combination of color.

Generally, the low price end or mass market prefers brighter, simpler colors. The higher end of the market produces a discriminating shopper who enjoys being different and will appreciate a décor that is unique.

Color is not limited to the floors and walls. Proper color combination is necessary when displaying gems.

Displaying rubies on a green mat is very effective. A diamond becomes breathtaking surrounded by black, dark red, or blue.

A color wheel can be picked up at any art or department store and can be an excellent aid in selecting colors for your store.

Holiday Ugly Sweaters – Just Look Away

Joseph Schubach — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 08:45:59 +0000

We’ve shown you ugly jewelry in the past. But what would Christmas be without a brief fashion retrospective of the worst possible kind? You’ve seen them, you’ve tried to look away – yet somehow their over-the-top garishness made you look on, like a wardrobe trainwreck.
BEWARE!

Ho ho noooo!

Even Santa looks scared.

The classy European look is still no competition to this sweater.

Patchworking it only makes it worse!

Not a happy holiday dog.

Jewelry Sales Indicate Signs of Economic Recovery

Joseph Schubach — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 16:23:52 +0000

It seems almost obvious: if people are feeling comfortable enough to buy luxury items such as jewelry, it may indicate that the economy may be slowly creeping up once again. Though, as this article points out, customers may be willing to splurge a bit more, but “tap out” easily. The momentum, in short, is choppy:

All the quarterly financials for the major chains covered by National Jeweler and included in that particular newsletter were positive. Comps rose 14 percent for Sterling Jewelers, 6 percent for Zale Corp., 15 percent for Tiffany & Co. in the Americas and 8 percent for Neiman Marcus.

The sales figures released by major chains are in harmony with the reports we received from retailersand the post-Black Friday sales figures released by a myriad of different analysts and agencies.

In short, it was a strong weekend for sales.

But, will this momentum continue through the holiday season and into next year? The answer seems to be nobody knows, or, at least, nobody can agree on a prediction.

In analyzing sales on Black Friday, The NPD Group Inc. said that the day came in with a “roar” as consumers packed stores early to take advantage of heavily advertised savings but went out with a “whimper.”

According to NPD, 56 percent of consumers who shopped on Black Friday said they weren’t likely to shop again that weekend, an indication that consumers are “tapped out,” one industry analyst said.

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Choker Collars – Showing off your Neck

Joseph Schubach — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 14:40:15 +0000

Choker collars don’t have the best reputation. If you’re like me, you harken back to the punk rock era, when they were worn with spikes jutting out of them – not really quite dinner attire! But choker collars offer a striking touch to a dramatic outfit. So what do today’s choker collar necklaces offer? According to a recent New York Times article:

These are not Victorian-style velvet ribbons adorned with cameos or hearts, but clean metal bands, tougher and more graphic. At Lanvin and Rag & Bone, many spring 2012 looks were accessorized with severe bands, tight to the neck. And just as with those buttoned-up collars, chokers confer a naughty/nice suggestiveness. Early proponents include anything-but-uptight dressers like Lauren Santo Domingo, Margherita Missoni and Taylor Tomasi Hill.

Zanna Roberts Rassi, the senior fashion editor of Marie Claire, has been wearing a minimalist metal choker — a half-inch silver band by Robert Lee Morris — day and night. By day, she wears it with a long skinny chain, a T-shirt and leather pants; by night, with off-the-shoulder sequins, her hair scruffily pinned up. “Earrings drag my face down, but a choker seems to frame it,” Ms. Rassi explained. “There is something elegant and a little sexy at the same time. It make you hold your head up high!”

If the look sounds too extreme for you, remember a short necklace can give you the effect of a choker collar necklace without the drama (or possible discomfort). This necklace, for instance, works nicely with a shorter chain:

Round Moissanite Circle Pendant Circle pendant with approximately 1ct t.w. (dia equiv) Charles and Colvard created round moissanite set on an 18' singapore chain. Available in 14kt white gold only.

Contrasting or Matching Jewelry – Which One?

Joseph Schubach — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 14:03:08 +0000

Before you go hit the “matches” button, think again. I stumbled across this piece this morning that really exemplifies the importance of contrasting jewelry and fashion. So today, when you’re opening up your jewelry box, pick the contrasting piece and give it a spin.

These two mannequins in a store window kindly demonstrated the difference between jewelry that matches your outfit (on the left) and jewelry that contrasts with it (on the right):

Even though the gal on the left is wearing more jewelry (a double-strand necklace plus a bracelet and ring), you can hardly see her jewels at all.

Meanwhile, the fashion-savvy gal on the right wears just one piece of jewelry (a single-strand necklace), but it really makes a visual impact – even from farther away:

Now if only these two gals had good heads on their shoulders, the fashion-savvy one on the right could drop a hint to her friend on the left about accessorizing.

Source: Rena Klingenberg

More on Fall and Winter Jewelry Trends

Joseph Schubach — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 07:18:55 +0000

It’s not too late to get with the “seasonal” fashion program. And here at Joseph Schubach Jewelers, we can take any of these pieces and custom design a piece so it becomes distinctly your own, especially since many of these trends have a warm, personal side built right in. Take a look:

Bangles and Cuffs – Stacked bangles, cuffs and bracelets continue to be the strongest of all accessory trends. Broad solid cuffs and layered stone bangles are hot! Mix materials – yarn with leather, plastic with metal and glass and watch your style quotient go zoom. This is a very adaptable trend and inexpensive too. Pick up some glass or plastic bangles from the roadside and pair them with a broad metal piece from your closet – but for the trend to work this season remember to keep all our cuffs/bracelets in the same or coordinating colours.

Leather & Lace – Internationally both leather and lace are big trends in clothing and that has reached the accessory segment as well. Dainty laser cut leather that looks like lace and leather cords or lace ribbons with crystals as bracelets and necklaces are getting really popular.

Bold Chain Necklaces – From high end to faux jewels, big and bold chain necklaces are so very in. Heavy bag handle chains like have become necklaces. Chains with Pendants, adorned links and heavy metals are great ways to make a statement in silver, gold, rose or oxidized metals.

Super Chunky Rings: Statement making rings in metal, acrylic, fabric, stones and leather are the in things now. Bigger the better is the mantra here. But if you are not comfortable wearing huge rings or have very dainty fingers then try the stacked ring trend. Stack together 2 or 3 thin beaded or metal rings on the same finger to create this look.

Chandelier earrings: These never go out of fashion but this year the chandelier earring got even bigger and funkier. Cut to our TV serials if you need further proof. Light weight glass beads, pieces of chains hung together from a loop make a great statement. I recommend that you purchase items that are created with light weight materials, this way they will not be to heavy on the ear.

Layers of pearls: You can either wear multiple layers of pearls (different lengths) or go for a twisted multi strand pearl necklace or bracelet that is combined with other materials like ribbons or chain. It is very luxurious and looks fabulous.

Fabric Jewelry: Rise in expenses has really brought back this trend. Usage of fabric, yarn and fibre scraps combined with crystals and beds is really hot now.

Source: Sulekha.com

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Diamonds and Red Carpets – Perfect Together

Joseph Schubach — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 15:19:49 +0000

Yes, we talk about all sorts of different gems here. From gemesis to moissanite, from sapphires to rubies, the stars don them all. But of course, the popularity contest is trumped by one consistent winner: diamonds. Award ceremonies and diamonds have a long history. But here’s a quick walk down the red carpet of some recent diamond encounters:

Sarah Hyland (below), an actress on ABC’s series Modern Family, wore Diamond in the Rough Sodwana diamond earrings ($16,500) and Orielle bracelet ($85,000) to a viewing of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 at the Lincoln Center in New York City.

Singer Colbie Caillat (below) wore a Bavna silver diamond bangle ($600) during her performance on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno in Burbank, California.

Actress Olivia Munn wore a diamond, coral and 14-karat gold cocktail ring (below) by Neil Lane to a premiere of the new movie, Our Idiot Brother. The ring retails for $5,000.

Actress Jaime Pressly (below) wore Sutra’s 18-karat gold, 4-tier natural brown rough cut diamond earrings ($20,000) to the 10th annual InStyle Summer Soiree this month in Hollywood.

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