Last month (actually, it was earlier this month) we talked about Spring Jewelry Trends. A reminder: Stack your Bangles. Layer your Necklaces! Add some Chandelier or Dangly Earrings and Wear some Yellow Gold! I wanted to add to that with a mention of color.
The hot color for this Spring is Fuschia! Wow. Maybe wearing a whole blouse or skirt or dress of fuschia is just too flamboyant for you. But you can add a little punch just by adding a smidgeon of this hot color with a piece of vintage jewelry.
We have several pairs of earrings that fit the bill -- unfortunately, no necklaces (although we do have some great statement pieces -- just not in fuschia.) But try a pair of brilliant earrings -- a great way to update your look without spending a fortune.
A few months ago we published a couple of newsletters on cleaning and caring for your precious vintage jools. I just want to touch on a couple of reminders and some new information as well.
- Never hang your pearls -- this weakens the silk thread that holds the necklace together
- Wait 15 minutes after applying perfume or body lotion before slipping on your baubles. NEVER, EVER spray perfume or hair products on while wearing your jewelry, especially if they have rhinestones. Remember, moisture is not your friend.
- Remove all jewelry before swimming. The chlorine in pool or spa water wears away the surface and the shine.
- Tap the stones of your rings. If you hear a rattle, the setting is loose and in danger of coming undone. Head to your favorite jeweler immediately and have it repaired before you lose a precious gem.
Keeping it short and sweet this month, so that is it. But do take another minute and read about our
Designer of the Month:
Lisner Jewelry was founded by David Lisner in 1904. In 1931 the company was listed as only a wholesaler; much of their jewelry was imported from Europe prior to the 1930's. Lisner was the authorized agent of Schiaparelli in the US and as such, imported & distributed Schiaparelli jewelry prior to WWII.
Designer Urie Mandle joined Lisner as a full partner in the 1930's. During this period Lisner began to produce jewelry in Providence, RI.
Other companies actually manufactured the jewelry for Lisner, including
Whiting & Davis. In the 1950's and 1960's, the artistically designed
Lisner jewelry retailed at an average of $3 - 5 per piece, making it a
lower-end, but certainly not a lower quality, costume jewelry purchase.
In the mid-1970's, Lisner purchased the Richelieu Pearl Company from
Joseph H. Meyers & Bros. and the company was re-named the
Lisner-Richelieu Corporation. Victoria Creations bought Lisner-Richelieu in 1979. In 1984, the parent company,
Victoria Creations, was sold to Jonathan Logan, and was subsequently
acquired by United Merchants and Manufacturers. In 1996, United
Merchants and Manufacturers went into receivership and Andreoli
purchased Victoria Creations back from the bank. In 2000, Andreoli sold
Victoria & Co., Ltd. to the Jones Apparel Group. According to
Andreoli, Lisner jewelry has not been manufactured since the
mid-1980's.
Lisner's resin oak leaf jewelry, particularly the red, is highly collectible and coveted. PastGems has several Lisner pieces available at the present and always on the lookout for more. Check it out here.
Okay, that's it for March! I hope that wherever you are in the world you are having a fabulous Spring! Get out there and enjoy yourself!
xoxoxo,
Karen
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