A Blog by Assael
Buzz goes behind the scenes with insights and latest news in jewelry industry trends, events and tradeshows.
Angela Cummings is recognized by jewelry historians, curators and collectors alike as one of the most important fine jewelry designers of the modern age — and a star in the pantheon of women jewelry designers. Throughout her 50+ year career, her extraordinary jewelry has reflected her love of nature, as well as the three-dimensional art…
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An all-new documentary style short film entitled Assael Revealed now celebrates the unique and unparalleled history of Assael, the beloved New York brand of magnificent pearls and responsibly sourced coral. Touted by the The New York Times as “a titan of the cultured pearl business,” the brand’s founder Salvador Assael had an unmatched passion for…
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As more and more people get vaccinated, there is hope on the horizon that we can all come out of this pandemic-induced hibernation very soon. As we start to dress again and, dare I say it, socialize, fashion will reemerge as a fun and fulfilling way to express ourselves. Let’s take a look at five…
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Pearls are making headlines once again as women in powerful positions wear pearls as an expression of their uniquely feminine form of strength. Royalty, executives and fashion mavens alike have made the pearl an enduring source of glamour, inspiration and power. What better gift for the Valentine or Galentine in your life than a pearl…
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A little color goes a long way… to spruce up an outfit, to brighten up the outlook, or to put a smile on someone’s face. Color Therapy is the art of using color as an alternative remedy for various conditions, its roots dating back to the ancient Vedas texts in India which identify the colorful…
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In the midst of a global pandemic and following months of nesting, fashion may never be more exciting or more necessary, a salve to soothe our psyche and give us all something to smile about. As we begin to literally put pants on and leave the quarantine cocoon, these Fall 2020 Fashion and Jewelry Trends…
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My mother Susanne had infallible taste in fashion and jewelry. I never saw her put a foot wrong. Ever. On a rather modest budget she stood out in any crowd, with her signature pageboy hairstyle, a strand of good cultured pearls, and gold bangles and charm bracelets which jangled as she smoked her Kent Ultra Lights.
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Coinciding with International Women’s Day on March 8, an exciting “March is Me Month” campaign will launch this weekend. Inspired by the fabulous women of the fine jewelry industry who run the WJA (Women’s Jewelry Association), the aim is to empower women and to spread the word that women should buy jewelry for themselves!
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Here at Obsessed by Pearls we are loving the many new ways that people are planning to celebrate Valentine’s Day this year. We’ve heard about Galentine’s for single females; Palentine’s for friends of all genders, female engagement proposals (#proposetoo), “commitment jewelry” and more.
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As we enter 2020, I keep hearing inspirational references to the “new decade” and the “roaring ‘20s.” It naturally brings to mind the excitement of the exuberant and decadent pop culture from the 1920s. Perhaps it’s the bevy of period-themed entertainment
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