Jennifer is a Winner!

Congratulations to Jennifer Duell, winner of the Oklahoma Jeweler's Association 2010 Design Contest! Jennifer has worked for me for 4 1/2 years, and I'm thrilled that her entry was chosen at this year's conference as "Best of Show!" As the statewide winner, her earrings are now eligible for entry into the 2011 Jeweler's of America National Competition and will be exhibited at the JA Show in New York City in January! If she wins there, she will receive national recognition in several trade publications and more!

For the competition, Jennifer designed a pair of Tahitian Pearl earrings in 18kt white gold, featuring diamonds, and pink sapphires which are bead set in the front and on the profile.

I'm proud to have Jennifer designing and working with me here at the store. For those of you who have worked with her, you know how good she is! Be sure to congratulate her the next time you see her!

Hollywood Rocks with Naifeh Fine Jewelry!

Special thanks go to my friends, Linda Trippe (not of Bill Clinton fame!) and Renee Knox, for introducing the cast and crew of Bringing Up Bobby to my store! Director, writer & actress Famke Janssen decided to film her original screenplay in Oklahoma City, and Naifeh Fine Jewelry provided jewelry for many of the scenes, some of which were shot right across the street at Casady School.

Marcia Cross, of Desperate Housewives fame, stars with Milla Jovovich and Bill Pullman. Marcia liked some of the pieces she saw on set so much that she made the trip to my store and purchased items for crew members as well as herself. Marcia purchased several bands from Sylva et Cie, pictured here as well as Emily Armenta.

Executive producer, Renee Knox, purchased Emily Armenta for Milla Jovovich, who employed Renee's daughter during the shoot this summer. Other favorites that went out the door with Marcia and her best friend were diamond studs and a one of a kind carved quartz pendant & necklace in 22kt yellow gold designed by me.

Having a bit of Hollywood here in OKC was fun for many of my friends this summer, including David and Maryann Johndrow, who also served as executive producers for the film. David and Maryann hosted Milla Jovovich and others at the kickoff party on Lake Hefner which featured wines from Johndrow Vineyards.

Sixth Annual Storwide Sale!

It's Once a Year, and It's Here!

Our Sixth Annual Storewide Sale officially begins tomorrow, August 7th. You know I don't give deep discounts but once a year, so now's the time to check out what I'm marking down at 50%, 60% and even 75% OFF!

Our private clientelle have received notification of the sale, which won't be advertised to the publice until this Sunday. But if you're reading this blog, then you can shop early for the best deals on select designer jewelry, diamond fashion jewelry, watches, loose gemstones, bridal sets, engagement rings and more!

The sale ends Saturday, August 21st. Treat yourself or your loved one to a new treasure starting tomorrow!

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Semi-Mount Sale is On NOW!

Today through Saturday, July 15th, you can SAVE 50% OFF on a huge selection of semi-mounts, engagement rings, and wedding bands in platinum, white gold, and 18kt yellow gold! Our Overstock problem is your opportunity to own the ring of your dreams! We can set a stone you already own, or shop our large selection of loose diamonds and colored gemstones, priced competitively. Open today and Friday to 5:30pm and Saturday to 5pm.

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Temple Engagement is Here!

I'm so excited about Temple St. Clair's new line of engagement rings in platinum, white gold and, of course, Temple's signature 18kt yellow gold! True to Temple's aesthetic, these semi-mountings are beautifully tailored and timeless, but with the small, elegant details that make everything Temple...well, Temple! And if you're wondering what the single bead is at the bottom of each ring: it's an archer's bead! Oh, so now I've got your attention? Well, then, read on...

In Europe during the Medeival and Rennaissance ages, archery was more than a sport, it was a means of survival. To better their chances of hitting their mark, archers wore a simple ring or band that had a bead on the bottom to better catch and then "hold" the bow as

you pulled it back. Temple discovered this little known detail while researching ancient jewelry designs in Italy and has incorporated it into every ring she makes. She even named one of her sons "Archer!"