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Top Fashion & Jewelry Trends from the Spring/Summer 2024 Runways
Assael explores some of the most prominent 2024 trends we noticed on the runways of NY, Paris, London, and Milan.
Read MoreHow to Accessorize “Peach Fuzz,” the Pantone Color of the Year 2024 – Pure Perfection with Angel Skin Coral
Pantone, the global authority for color trends, has named “Peach Fuzz” the Color of the Year for 2024. While we are not so fond of the name (preferring “Peach Fizz” or better yet “Bellini”), we are loving the graceful shades of this color that we are seeing on fashion runways in New York, Paris, and…
Read MoreResponsibly Sourced Luxury – A Thoughtful Gift Guide
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…
Read MoreTop 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…
Read MoreFashion 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…
Read MoreSouth Sea Golden Pearls – What to Know about the Sunshine Gem
South Sea Golden Cultured Pearls are like sunshine, reflecting their beauty and warmth onto the skin of the lucky person who wears them. Like all saltwater pearls, they are formed inside a living ocean organism – in this case, an oyster, making them one of the most organic treasures of the sea. With a wide…
Read MoreDesigner 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…
Read MoreA Pearl Legend – New Mini-Doc “Assael Revealed” Celebrates the Legacy of Salvador Assael
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…
Read MoreWhat 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…
Read MorePearls & Coral on the Runway – 5 Spring/Summer ‘21 Fashion & Jewelry TRENDS
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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