Tuesday, June 30, 2009

BACK FROM THE WONDERLAND OF VEGAS



As you can see everything in Las Vegas is bigger than life. Here Lucette and Seth are dwarfed by a huge table and lamps. Having just returned from their buying trip with lots of new and exciting designs and some fabulous gemstones they are excited to share their experiences.

One in particular truly sparked their interest. An amazing neon blue tourmaline blew them away. Fortunately they were were able to bring it back with them. The stone has to be seen to be believed. It is clear, cut magnificently with the most amazing color. David is just itching to design a spectacular pendant/brooch with this stone as the centerpiece.

Though Seth and Lucette are not gamblers and never had a particular penchant for Las Vegas, it does seem to get better each year. The newer hotels are less glitzy and noisy. Some are even just a tad off the 'strip', which makes them that much more serene.

Visiting this show is fascinating. They love reconnecting with old friends and colleagues, but the best is seeing what's in the forefront of the jewelry world. It is very validating for us to see that once again BELENKY BROTHERS has their finger on the pulse of fashion and what's hot in the industry. Uniquely formed fine pearls seem to be drawing a lot of attention. Though difficult to find the natural, untreated ones are magnificent! Lucette proudly sports a strand herself and we have luckily been able to secure several others.

Also, difficult to obtain is unusually cut and fine large diamonds. The photo below shows Seth holding just such a rare and magnificent stone.



There is really so much to share. What we will try to do is send out an email with additional info to keep everyone up to date. Though Vegas is a lot of work and very exhausting, it is also highly exhilarating at the same time.