Famed jeweler, Stephen Dweck, attended the School of Visual Arts in NYC where he started hand carving stone bangles; leading to his jewelry career. Dweck’s first luxury line launched in Bergdorf Goodman on May of 1981 and was an immediate success. Dweck is known for setting semi-precious stones to bold silver, copper, and brass accessories. This month Dweck launched a more affordable line named Garden of Stephen to appeal to a younger generation. This collection features colorful pieces using stones such as lapis, onyx, and turquoise.
The Heart Dangle Earrings with Charms from the Garden of Stephen collection are perfect to wear during the holiday season. A lapis crescent moon, turquoise spade, and malachite flower charm all dangle from a red carnelian heart. The Heart Dangles are bronze gold plated and are 1.95” long. These earrings will add a splash of color to any ensemble. Buy though Bloomingdales for $250.
NYC based GK Designs, launched by Georgianna Koulianos, is a collection of necklaces, rings, and earrings which uses charms that are indented to inspire its wearer with words. Each handmade piece includes charms that are meant to be a keepsake and a reminder to follow your dreams. You can choose from their most popular inspirations, or you can have GK Designs create a custom piece. GK Designs can be found at high-end shops such as Bloomingdales and Macys.
The Live Your Dreams Multi Charm Necklace is truly meant to inspire and be a reminder of what’s important in our lives. This 16” silver necklace contains a wishbone charm, gold charm that reads “wish”, hammered coin that reads “believe”, hammered yellow gold star, and lastly a silver polished open circle that reads “live your dreams.” A lobster clasp secures this necklace. Buy through Bloomingdales for $165.
More than a decade ago, Helen Ficalora began designing jewelry that reflects the art and beauty of nature. As a child growing up in Southampton, NY, Ficalora collected shells, sea glass, starfish, and played in fields of wild flowers. These lasting impressions of the outdoors are evident in her delightfully lively pieces. Ficalora’s collections have been featured in some major publications including Harper’s Bazaar, InStyle, Glamour, Cosmopolitan, and Real Simple.
The dainty Paw Print Charm is adorable, simple, and feminine. This 3/8” wide sterling silver circular charm contains a single tiny paw print honoring our beloved animal companions. Pair it with Helen Ficalora’s delicate 16” sterling silver chain with ring clasp to complete the look. This set is the perfect gift for any animal lover. Buy the Paw Print Charmfor $35 and the 16″ Fine Silver Chain for $33 at ShopBop!
The Links of London brand was fully launched in 1990 after a local restaurant commissioned the design of a pair of sterling silver fish cufflinks as a gift to loyal clientele. The Harvey Nichols fashion store located in the UK got wind of the design and immediately placed the pieces on their shelves. Links of London offers an eclectic mix of men’s and women’s jewelry in sterling silver, 18kt gold, and leather. Today, this brand has stores in the UK, Hong Kong, US, and Canada.
The Turquoise Sweetie Starter Charm Bracelet is classically stylish with just the right amount of gems and silver hoop rings. Eight variously shaped turquoise stones are surrounded by clusters of dainty sterling silver rings. This expandable bracelet holds up to 5 charms of your choice allowing you to create your own unique style. Buy through Bloomingdales for $195.
After working in the investment industry for nearly 20 years, jewelry designer Vicente Agor realized that his health was at risk, and decided that he needed a life changing career. With his second chance at life, he decided to focus on his passion for jewelry making. The elegant Vicente Agor line of jewelry is created from 18kt gold and sterling silver along with precious and colored gemstones. For his designs, Agor calls on inspiration from personal memories and his extensive travels throughout the world.
The Triple Maroc Earrings bring a new meaning to modern jewelry interpretation. Variously sized tiered square charms in sterling silver and 18kt gold lavishly hang on these drop earrings. The charms are hand-hammered for a shimmering effect and hang from a shepherd’s hook. The Triple Maroc Earrings are perfect at 2 ½” long. Buy through Max & Chloe for $288.
Designer Katharine Sise creates vintage inspired jewelry that’s off-beat, yet still girly. She tends to pair stunning gems with fun charms such as butterflies, elephants, starfish, bats, and bugs. Sise’s jewelry has appeared on TV shows such as The View, Live with Regis and Kelly, Good Day New York, Gossip Girl, and many others.
The Gold Necklace with Heart Locket and Horseshoe is charming and chicly urban. The 14kt vermeil heart locket, brass horseshoe, and a polished freshwater pearl hang from a 14kt gold filled chain. The link chain measures 36” long and can be adjusted to a shorter 18” look. Buy through Rilee and Lo for $195 $98, plus get 30% off using coupon code RL30 that’s good through 9/7!
Charm bracelets are a simple way to add a fun and fashionable look to your casual wear. When I saw Nugaard’s Brass Wire Charm Bracelet with its whimsical horseshoe, teddy bear, elephant, and hand ornament, I took an instant liking to it. This sweet bracelet contains two bangles that are fastened with brass wire in four equal sections adorned with these charms. Buy through Lane Knight for $42 $22.
I just stumbled upon a giveaway on Sandier Pastures web site for this Pixie Necklace by The Pretty Peacock. The necklace contains a little pixie charm with rose crystal wings and a silver disk. The winner will be able to request a personal inscription on the circular disk. The two charms hang from a 16” silver rope chain. The giveaway ends on June 9th. Click here submit your entry.
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