Remembering Castro
The world has been left bereft of a singular talent with the recent, sudden death of Castro, the designer behind Castro NYC. A profound and enigmatic artist, his...
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The Edit: Iconic Jewelry
A number of trends emerged from COUTURE 2022 and were written about in publications from Vogue, to Forbes, to Robb Report, and even here in Marion Fasel’s monthly...
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Hidden Gems: Max’s
Located in St. Louis Park in the Minneapolis/Twin Cities area, Max’s prides itself on showcasing the work of artisans who they believe represent the best in design, craftsmanship...
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Studio Visits with Will Kahn: Jenna Blake
I pulled up to the Bel Air home of Jenna Grosfeld, parking beside a bubbling fountain and the carefully trimmed hedges of a motor court. The home was...
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Trend Report: Shoulder Dusters
I’ve attended COUTURE for more years than I’d like to say because it has actually been decades (yes, decades!). With this level of experience on the trade show...
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Brand Spotlight: Ananya
Designer Ananya Malhotra has a deeply seeded belief in the power of jewelry and gemstones to tell stories, empower and protect. Her eponymous brand, Ananya, which means “unique”...
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Brand Spotlight: Darius
Drawing on her matrilineal Ancient Persian ancestry, designer Darius Khonsary builds a bridge to the archeological past through her jewelry. With symbols and depictions of feminine archetypes that...
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Brand Spotlight: Ascher Fine Jewelry
Designer Shouq Al-Fulaij creates jewelry that exudes a quiet confidence. Her Ascher Fine Jewelry collection is named for the ascher cut diamond, which is a square diamond cut...
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Here Comes the Bridal
While COUTURE is well-known globally for the daring and innovative designs of its designers and brands, the event also features the beautiful work of several brands who specialize...
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