Archive for 'Jewelry Industry' Category

Erickson Beamon’s “Deca-Dance” Last night, Erickson Beamon hosted its…

By Alexis Worrall - Last updated: Sunday, February 12, 2012

Erickson Beamons Deca-Dance Last night, Erickson Beamon hosted its Deca-Dance Fall 2012 presentation at Milk Studios, where designers Karen Erickson and Vicki Beamon debuted not only their new jewels but also a brand-new evening dress collection (all of which was embellished with Swarovski crystals, of course). This year, the show was made to feel like [...]

BaubleBar Aqua Turquoise Drop Earrings

By Alexis Worrall - Last updated: Friday, February 3, 2012

As seen in Instyle Makeover Magazine, these are the epitome of bohemian chic. What a great pair of semi precious jade gemstones to wear for spring and summer. Heck I would wear them now since it is such a great contrast to all the dark colors you have been wearing all winter long. Why not [...]

The Mysterious Allure of Pearls and Diamonds

By Alexis Worrall - Last updated: Friday, January 20, 2012

When you think about precious jewels, there are really only two that captures our imaginations and attention, diamonds and pearls. When combined, these two jewels create some of the most dramatic pieces of jewelry ever seen. To show you how pervasive these two jewels have become in our history and society only takes a moment when searching [...]

Schnack’s family business spans 146 years, 6 generations

By Alexis Worrall - Last updated: Monday, January 16, 2012

When Carl R. Carstens joined the family business in 1953 after serving in the Army, he knew he was walking into a family legacy. C.A. Schnack Jewelry Company first appeared in 1865 in Alexandria, Louisiana shortly after the Civil War ended when Carl A. Schnack, a German emigrant watchmaker, bought the business from two Scotsmen. [...]

Best in Jewelry 2011 My Top Ten list of the best jewelry pieces, moments, and milestones of…

By Alexis Worrall - Last updated: Thursday, January 5, 2012

Best in Jewelry 2011 My Top Ten list of the best jewelry pieces, moments, and milestones of 2011: 1) The Elizabeth Taylor Jewelry Auction at Christies This year, the world lost a beautiful woman and humanitarian when Elizabeth Taylor passed away. Her jewelry collection went up for auction in December, and raised a record-setting $115.9 [...]