It all started in 1956 when a stylish Mid-century Modern house on Graymoor Lane in Olympia Fields, IL became the home to generations of strong Midwestern women. It wasn’t until 60 years later that the house inspired a daughter and granddaughter to transform it into the elegant jewelry store it is today, housing luxury, exquisitely-crafted jewelry collections. We caught up with co-founder and co-owner of Graymoor Lane Designs—a division of Artistry, Ltd.—Susan Klemt Williams to learn more about her journey in the jewelry industry, what inspires her, what she’s most looking forward to at JCK Tucson 2020 and much more….
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As Seen On…
CommentsThe latest Luxury jewels under the spotlight The Emmy Awards was one of the biggest events of the year, arguably the kick-off to Awards Season (even if it happens way earlier than anything else). But Emmy night wasn’t the only notable event—and opportunity to ogle some fantastic jewelry and fashion—in recent months. Rounding out our summer, we’ve had the Creative Arts Emmys, the Venice Film Festival, MTV Video Music Awards, the Teen Choice Awards, BET Awards, and Tony Awards. And those were just the awards shows. We’ve also been watching the runways (and the activity off the runways) at Fashion…
Design of the Times: Willow
CommentsJacquie Earle is an award-winning jewelry designer with 30+ years of experience in textile and jewelry design. She has been creating her signature floating diamond jewelry since 2011 and launched Willow Diamonds in 2018. We caught up with Earle to learn more about her inspiration, her design process and much more. How did your journey in the jewelry industry begin?My journey began over 20 years ago while I was still working as a textile designer developing fabrics for both fashion and home decorative markets. A friend of the family who produced fashion jewelry kept nudging me into jewelry. And so…
So Long, Summer
CommentsA look back at some of our favorite jewels of the season Well, we did it—fall is officially here. We’re guessing about half of you have been waiting with baited breath, holding a pumpkin behind your backs, for this day to arrive. The other half has been digging their heels into the sand—preferably somewhere on a beach—refusing to let the last signs of summer pass you by. But pass it will. The temperatures are slowly but surely beginning to dip (I know that’s hard to believe when it’s 90 degrees outside in early October, but the forecast is changing!), and…
Full Circle: Benold’s Jewelers
CommentsBenold’s Jewelers has been in business in Austin, TX for more than 85 years, serving as the trusted partner for bridal jewelry for generations. In addition to bridal jewelry, Benold’s offers exceptional service to help guide customers through their selection of diamonds, wedding bands and custom engagement rings, as well as an assortment of fashion jewelry and precious gemstones. We caught up with Benold’s owner Maria Aguirre to learn more about her journey in the jewelry industry, her purchasing process and much more. What is your background in the jewelry industry and how did you get your start?While attending the…
