Responsibly Sourced Luxury – A Thoughtful Gift Guide

Photo by Alain Simic, model wears Bubble necklace, earrings, and ring by Sean Gilson for Assael, two stackable rings featuring one large Gem South Sea pearl and one large Gem Tahitian pearl, Assael Responsibly Sourced Sardinian Coral Twist necklace, Assael NatureScapes earrings with Tahitian Pearls, Maligano Jasper, Sardinian Coral, and Aquarmaring

The generosity of the human spirit knows no bounds. When we love someone, we often seek fun ways to bring joy to their lives. Thoughtful gifting in the contemporary world can be a challenge, though. Many of us are expressing our affection with fewer but better things, keeping in mind the impact of the gift…

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Top Bridal Trends from NYFW Bridal Week

New York was abuzz with romance and innovation during New York Fashion Week’s Bridal Week in early October. For brides finally getting to celebrate in-person nuptials, there is a wealth of beauty and great design to choose from. Selecting the perfect jewelry for such exquisite gowns can be a delight, especially in the midst of…

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Fashion Trends F/W 2021-22 The “Pearl Revolution” Continues

Fashion is alive with motion, Zoom-inspired magnitude and cool silhouettes even for winter looks, as designers predict a heat wave of haute couture style. Luckily, jewelry is a big part of the fun, especially pearls. The Pearl Revolution began a few years ago as younger generations continue to seek more sustainable products. Forbes said it…

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Designer Profile: Angela Cummings for Assael Pearls

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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A Pearl Legend – New Mini-Doc “Assael Revealed” Celebrates the Legacy of Salvador Assael

Top Center – Assael’s Town & Country Jewelry Award winning Tahitian Pearls, Bottom left – Pearl Legend Salvador Assael sorting through some of the first-ever crops of Tahitian Natural Color Cultured Pearls in the 1970s.

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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What Are Keshi Pearls & How to Wear Them

Of the many types of pearls, the brightest luster comes from the Keshi Pearl. Beloved for their organic silhouettes and their incredibly high luster, Keshi Pearls are often used by jewelry designers to make unusual, one-of-a-kind pieces that stand out from the crowd and become wearable expressions of one’s individuality.  Keshis also create distinctive strands…

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