Texas native Kimberly Hartman knew at a fairly young age that fashion was her true calling. Hartman earned a degree in fashion marketing from the University of North Texas and went on to work in NYC’s fashion industry representing leading designers such as Paul & Joe, Miguelina, Petit Bateau, Rozae Nichols, Velvet, and Rachel Roy. While traveling throughout India, Laos, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Thailand, she developed the idea for JADEtribe jewelry to showcase local artisan pieces from these regions. This line of indigenous handcrafted jewelry launched in February of 2009.

The Brass & Clear Bead Braided Cuff brings sparkle to your wrist. It features a chocolate brown cord hand braided through dainty antiquated brass and oval clear resin beads. The 1” wide cuff stays secure with an antiquated brass jingle bell and toggle clasp. Buy through ShopBop for $45.

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Scottish Designer Scott Stephen is know for using fine fabrics to create handcrafted jewelry art. Stephen attended the Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art in Scotland, and graduated in 2000. He then moved to Milan, and began designing prints for several leading fashion houses. Then in 2002, Stephen moved to London and created his first collection. His designs are polished and edgy, with attention to detail being the focus. Stephen’s jewelry is primarily found on the covers of European magazines such as J-Dex, and sold in fine boutiques; he has collaborated with the likes of FrostFrench, Collette Dinnighan, Harvey Nichols, and Swarovski.

The Pendant Necklace can be found in Stephen’s spring/summer collection. The detailing on this pendant is reminiscent of flashy disco balls from the 70’s.   It contains multicolored pearlized beads that are lavishly netted in silk, velvet, and lace. The beads hang from a gold plated loop and its cord is made out of black silk with a self-tie closure. It measures 37.1 inches in total length. Buy through Yoox for $450.

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